Boxing Training for Beginners in Abu Dhabi

RPM Gym Editorial
Coaching team — Al Manhal
Published 14 November 2025 · 5 min read

First 8 weeks of boxing in Abu Dhabi. What's normal, what's not, and what your coach should be drilling.

Weeks 1–2: stance, footwork, jab

You won't punch a bag for the first hour. Stance, weight distribution, jab mechanics. Boring on day one. Essential by week six.

Weeks 3–4: jab + cross + footwork combos

Combinations on pads, basic defence (slip, block, parry). Conditioning load goes up — expect to be sore in the shoulders and obliques.

Weeks 5–8: hooks, uppercuts, light sparring drills

Full punch repertoire and the start of partner work (touch sparring with control). Your conditioning should be visibly improving.

What to ignore

Don't buy custom gloves week one. Don't watch fight breakdowns expecting to use them. Drill basics until they're automatic.

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