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Youth Olympic Boxing Instruction | Galesburg Youth Athletic Club

64 South Prairie Street, Suite 402, Galesburg, IL 61401

Eligibility

Open to youth ages 8-18

Required documents

Upon request

Application process

Call for services

Fees

Call for more information

Service area

Knox County, IL

Description

Provides a boxing diversion program to drug use, gangs, and violence. Services are available for all youth, especially those in low-income households, to participate in extracurricular activities while providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment. Youth are taught the fundamentals of Olympic boxing through the direction of licensed/certified coaches. The program is designed to teach responsibility and self-control while supporting positive life outlook. Issues of pre-delinquent and delinquent behaviors such as alcohol and drug use are addressed in the program. Can also establish tutors for youth members as needed.

Providing organization

Galesburg Youth Athletic Club

Provides a boxing diversion program to drug use, gangs, and violence.