David ‘Woody’ Wood

It is a privilege to be supporting the coaching team at South Wye and the positive ethos towards welcoming and developing boxers of all abilities.

What do you love about the club?

The positive impact that participation in amateur boxing can bring to boxers individually, and as a community is massive. It is often wider than the specific sport of boxing, it is providing a consistent environment for boxers to improve and maintain their physical and mental health. For everyone involved in the club, boxers and coaches, there is passion to keep improving and supporting each other to achieve success both within and outside of the boxing gym. Witnessing and being part of our boxers progress towards their goals is an enormous privilege.

Who have you worked with?

David ‘Woody’ Wood has worked to support hundreds of recreational and amateur boxers. Each one with their own targets and challenges to overcome. This has involved building confidence in the abilities of some and preparing others for competition at an elite level. The South Wye Police Boxing Academy Christmas Show has become a widely respected amateur boxing event and our boxers also continue to participate in regional  and national competitions.

Any other sports?

Most amateur boxing coaches will acknowledge that the commitment required often leaves precious little free time to participate in other sports. However outside of the gym, David ‘Woody’ Wood enjoys snowboarding and if he is absent for a week or two this is where you might find him!