A boxing department was founded at TSV Schongau four years ago.
The coaches and athletes are passionate about their work.
We give an insight into the division and the interesting sport.
Schongau - Contact athletes in particular suffered from the strong corona restrictions this year.
Even with the boxers of TSV Schongau, the virus did not pass by without a trace.
"Unfortunately, we had to cancel our junior tournament planned for November in the Lechsporthalle," reports department head Achim Hoffmann.
Meanwhile, after the easing in May, training operations ran relatively normally.
"We first trained in small groups and are now back with 20 people in a group," says Hoffmann, who currently regularly with eight to ten children and 15 to 20 adults in the premises of the former fitness studio on Kiem-Pauli-Weg the TSV boxers can use practically exclusively for themselves.
“The training opportunities are very good.
We are also very well equipped, ”says Hoffmann, looking at the 200 square meters that his department has been using for a good year.
Boxing in Schongau: Training on an area of 200 square meters
The largest room in which the sandbags and punching balls hang is completely covered with mats.
There is also an area with soft floor mats in the gallery.
In one corner are numerous weight machines that are still from the former gym.
In addition, the TSV pugilists have a fixed boxing ring, which is a bit smaller than the regular one used in competitions.
"But you can practice a lot of things there, like how to behave in the corners," says the Schongauer boxing boss, who is also one of four trainers in the department.
"In Melanie Nicolai we also have a ladies' trainer," emphasizes Hoffmann, who is happy about the women in the club.
Among them is his daughter Charlotte Hoffmann, who boxed all over Germany, but also internationally.
For the still young department, the TSV boxers were re-established in 2016, things are going well in terms of membership numbers.
"Due to the coronavirus, we had a couple of withdrawals, but then also a couple of entries, the bottom line being that we still have 105 members."
Boxing in Schongau: four athletes compete in championships
The TSV boxing boss is currently more painful in the locker room.
"We have two, one is blocked and the other is closed due to Corona," says Hoffmann.
His athletes have to appear already moved and make their way home without showering.
“That will be difficult in autumn and winter.” Otherwise, the boxers will not be slowed down by the pandemic requirements.
"We have set up a system in which everyone has to register in advance for the training, and during the training everyone makes an exemplary entry in the attendance lists," praised Hoffmann.
The adults train three times a week (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays).
The youngsters are challenged twice (Mondays and Fridays).
The Schongauers currently have four active players who compete in championships or competitions.
“My goal is to expand this squad to 15,” reveals Hoffmann.
But that's not easy under the Corona restrictions.
"We cannot currently reward our athletes with competitions," says the TSV boxing boss, who hopes that it will be better next year and that a certain normality will return.
With the Upper Bavarian championships, a major event is just around the corner for the Lechstadt residents.
"They should take place in April and we are all working towards that."
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Head of department Achim Hoffmann gives answers about boxing:
These clubs in the area offer boxes: "TSV Schongau, TSV Peißenberg and BC Kaufbeuren."
Possible from this age:
"We take children from the age of nine, as you are only allowed to compete in official competitions from the age of ten."
What offers are there for children and young people?
"Children and youth training as well as anti-aggression courses."
What do you need to be able to practice the sport?
“An unrestricted, basic physical ability.
Previous injuries to the wrist, elbow or shoulder as well as previous traumatic brain injuries would be possible exclusion criteria, which we have medically checked for security. "
What are the costs?
The annual membership fee of the TSV (children and young people pay 50 euros per year, adults 100 euros) and the category fee (up to the age of 16 10, then 20 euros per month)
What does the competition look like?
“Annual championships from Upper Bavarian to South Bavarian, Bavarian, South German and German championships.
In addition, team comparisons or friendship tournaments.
These can only be held regionally, but also nationally and even internationally.
Some sparring meetings, i.e. training competitions, are usually agreed and organized in regional comparison with the squad structure. "
Which variants of the sport are there?
"Kick boxing, Thai boxing, mixed martial arts (MMA)."
Who is it for?
“For man and woman, for young and old! Boxing has been proven to be the sport that in its entirety stands for fitness, mental and physical stability, balance, determination and assertiveness. In this way, mentally weak and unstable people can improve and optimize their mental condition, and overweight people can regain their fitness and weight control. People who practice boxing also learn to develop better socially. For example, boxing also has a positive effect on character traits such as conflict security, analytical skills, willingness to make decisions and the ability to adapt. An all-round holistic and profitable sport for really everyone! "