About The Program: Mel Peabody will demonstrate the basics of boxing with the help of his students.
About The Speaker: Mel Peabody has been the owner of Lawence Boxing Club for the past 20 years. The Lawrence Boxing Club provides a safe, well-supervised and supportive haven for at-risk youth to learn the art of boxing. In the process, they develop self-discpline, self-confidence and sportsmanship that will serve them throughout their lives. Lawrence Boxing Club has an open door policy and a family-friendly atmospehre. Former champions mingle with young men and women, providing positive examples of how learning self-discpline leads to success in life. The Lawrence Boxing Club does not charge for the services and lessons provided by the highly trained and certified volunteer staff. Most members come from the city of Lawrence and range in age from 11 to 34.
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