Don Davis Boxing Academy
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Don Davis Boxing Academy
Beaufoy Walk, London
# Don Davis Boxing Academy
Don Davis Boxing Academy is a community-driven boxing gym located in Walworth, South London, operating three evenings per week. Founded in April 2021 by Richard Davis, the academy honours his father Don Davis, a former welterweight boxer and trainer of multiple champions.
The academy serves people of all ages and abilities, focusing on physical fitness and mental health improvement through boxing. Their facility features three distinct training areas: a spacious front section with six heavy bags for group drills, a middle section containing two full boxing rings for sparring practice, and a back area with teardrop bags and space for junior sessions.
What distinguishes DDBA is its entirely volunteer-led operation and genuine community commitment. All staff undergo rigorous training including England Boxing Level 1 and 2 coaching certifications, First Aid courses, and Mental Health Awareness programmes. The academy prioritises safety and inclusivity, with comprehensive policies covering child protection, safeguarding, equality and conduct.
Rather than pursuing profit, the academy actively seeks sponsorship and donations to fund essential staff training and development. This non-commercial approach, combined with their emphasis on both technical boxing skills and mental wellbeing, creates a welcoming environment for complete beginners through to competitive boxers. The academy's heritage, professional standards, and grassroots ethos make it a distinctive boxing community resource in South London.
Don Davis Boxing Academy is a community-driven boxing gym located in Walworth, South London, operating three evenings per week. Founded in April 2021 by Richard Davis, the academy honours his father Don Davis, a former welterweight boxer and trainer of multiple champions.
The academy serves people of all ages and abilities, focusing on physical fitness and mental health improvement through boxing. Their facility features three distinct training areas: a spacious front section with six heavy bags for group drills, a middle section containing two full boxing rings for sparring practice, and a back area with teardrop bags and space for junior sessions.
What distinguishes DDBA is its entirely volunteer-led operation and genuine community commitment. All staff undergo rigorous training including England Boxing Level 1 and 2 coaching certifications, First Aid courses, and Mental Health Awareness programmes. The academy prioritises safety and inclusivity, with comprehensive policies covering child protection, safeguarding, equality and conduct.
Rather than pursuing profit, the academy actively seeks sponsorship and donations to fund essential staff training and development. This non-commercial approach, combined with their emphasis on both technical boxing skills and mental wellbeing, creates a welcoming environment for complete beginners through to competitive boxers. The academy's heritage, professional standards, and grassroots ethos make it a distinctive boxing community resource in South London.
Services offered
Group boxing trainingSparring sessionsHeavy bag workTechnical drillingJunior classesMental health through fitnessCoaching certification trainingCommunity fitness programmes