Youth Boxing Program
After-school boxing, fitness, and mentorship for ages 9–25. Monday through Friday, building discipline and character through the sweet science.
Core Program
The Heart of Highlanders Boxing Club
HBC's youth boxing program is where it all started — and where most young people first walk through the door. Five days a week, youth ages 9 to 25 come to the gym after school for structured training that goes far beyond boxing technique.
Every session is coached, supervised, and intentionally designed to build the social-emotional skills identified by Positive Youth Development research: emotional management, initiative, responsibility, empathy, teamwork, and problem-solving. The ring is the classroom. The coach is the mentor. The discipline of boxing is the vehicle for lasting change.
No experience is needed. Youth arrive at every skill level — from first-timers who've never made a fist to competitive amateur boxers preparing for bouts. Coaches meet each young person where they are and build from there.
5
Days Per Week
9–25
Age Range
3
Hours Per Session
Inside the Gym
What a Session Looks Like
Every training session follows a structured arc — from warm-up to cool-down, each phase builds physical skill and social-emotional development simultaneously.
Warm-Up & Conditioning
15–20 minJump rope, stretching, bodyweight exercises. Builds cardiovascular fitness and prepares the body for training.
Technique & Skill Work
30–40 minStance, footwork, jab-cross-hook combinations, defensive moves. Coaches work one-on-one and in small groups, adjusting to each youth's level.
Bag Work & Sparring
20–30 minHeavy bag rounds, pad work with coaches, and supervised sparring for those ready. Builds timing, power, and ring awareness.
Cool-Down & Mentorship
10–15 minStretching, group discussion, and check-ins. Coaches use this time for goal-setting, conflict resolution, and the relational work that makes HBC more than a gym.
Foundation Work
Morning Conditioning
HBC kids working out and doing morning exercises — the cardiovascular base, footwork, and discipline that make every round in the ring possible.
Watch
Inside an HBC Training Session
A look at what an after-school session at Highlanders Boxing Club & HBC Iron Youth Services (HBC) really looks like — Monday through Friday.
More Than a Gym
Mentoring Programs with Families & Students
Mentorship doesn't stop at the gym door. HBC runs mentoring programs with families and students — group lunches, outings, and the unhurried time that turns a coach into a mentor and a gym into a second home.
Is This Right for You?
Who the Youth Program Serves
First-Timers
Youth who've never boxed before. We start from scratch — stance, guard, jab. No pressure, no judgment.
At-Risk Youth
Young people dealing with trauma, family instability, gang exposure, or justice system involvement. HBC is a safe, structured alternative.
Student Athletes
Youth who want to compete in amateur boxing — from local shows to regional and national tournaments.
Families Seeking Support
Parents and guardians looking for positive after-school programming with mentorship, structure, and supervision.
When & Where
Schedule
Monday – Friday
4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
After-School Youth Program
Core youth boxing, fitness, and mentorship. All skill levels welcome.
Saturday
By Announcement
Weekend Training & Events
Special sessions, sparring days, and community events. Check with coaches for schedule.
Location: 26127 6th St., Highland, CA 92346 · Phone: (909) 496-0710
Getting Started
How to Enroll
Joining HBC is simple. There are no tryouts, no prerequisites, and no waiting list.
Visit the Gym
Come by during training hours (M–F 4:30–7:30 PM) at 26127 6th St., Highland, CA 92346. No appointment needed — walk-ins are welcome.
Meet with a Coach
A coach will talk with you and your family about goals, experience level, and what to expect. This is a conversation, not an interview.
Complete Paperwork
Fill out a registration form and waiver. Youth under 18 need a parent or guardian signature.
Start Training
Show up in workout clothes and athletic shoes. Gloves and wraps are available at the gym. All you need to bring is the willingness to work.
Ready to Start?
Walk in any weekday between 4:30 and 7:30 PM, or contact us to learn more. No experience needed — just show up.