Programs
Learn about youth programs at Donte’s Foundation.
Innovative Programs for Youth
We offer a place for youth to learn, improve themselves, and join a culture based on growth, mutual respect, and inclusion. Our original and educational approach to boxing is what makes our programs popular with youth and loved by families.
You must register to join classes. View program descriptions below for additional details and requirements.
AGES 10-18
2ND & 4TH SATURDAYS
Ages 10-18. Must register to join.
Free Youth Boxing Clinic covers boxing fundamentals such as basic punches, defense, footwork, conditioning, as well as learning about the mindset of a fighter. No prior experience or equipment is needed to register.
What to wear: Athletic clothes and shoes you can move in.
What to bring: Optional - Water or sports drink.
For: All Levels, First-Timers
AGES 10-18
1ST SATURDAYS
Ages 10-18. Must register to join.
Be Well to Excel cultivates an athletic mindset built for high performance, resiliency, and leadership. In this class, students engage in boxing sport-specific conditioning, teamwork, personal and leadership development—the underrated skills needed to be a high-performing athlete and champion of your community.
What to wear: Athletic clothes and shoes you can move in.
What to bring: Mouthguard for Sparring.
Optional: Water or sports drink. Students can bring their own gloves and wraps or borrow ours.
For: Students who have taken at least ONE class with Donte’s Foundation. Sparring is part of this class.
AGES 10-18
Donte’s Boxing Academy a structured, skill-intense boxing program to take students from absolute beginner to competition-ready. Each class has specific learning objectives that students are expected to meet through hard work and focus.
Expectations:
Students should want to learn tactical boxing skills; includes sparring.
Winner’s mindset: Students are expected to adapt to a focused, athletic environment.
Zero experience required to join.
Important Information for Youth & Parents
You must register to join classes. NO WALK-INS.
Doors open 10 minutes before class starts. If it’s your first time, please arrive early to check in and get settled.
BE ON TIME. First time students will not be admitted to class after the first bell. Others that arrive past the start time will be admitted at the discretion of coaches and staff, who may not permit you to join.
Bottom line: Being late disrupts the class experience for others, so parents and youth—make it your mission and responsibility to be on time.
Cancellation/No-Show Policy: Cancel your registration online if you can no longer make it. This gives someone else the opportunity to join the class. Students that no-show will have their registration privileges disabled.
What to bring: Check the specific program details for what to bring.
Most classes provide gloves and wraps to borrow; students that have their own can bring them to class.
Some programs like Be Well to Excel require a mouthguard for sparring.
Optional: Water bottle or sports drink
What to wear: Athletic clothes and shoes you can comfortably move in. For safety reasons, no sandals, boots, slippers, or cleats.
NO CELL PHONES in class. Students are expected to be present and focused. Phones can be stored in the cubbies or left with your parent.
Hand Wrapping 101
Learn how to wrap your hands for boxing.