We Stream Our Boxing Events Live On Www.gofightlive.tv Monday Through Friday From 11:00am To 1:00pm.
and every tuesday from 11:30 am to 12:30pm we host a program called grass roots boxing out of gleason’s gym.
Gleason’s Gym Is Located At 77 Front Street In Brooklyn, Right Under The Brooklyn Bridge.
we are close to the f train (york street station), and the a or c trains (high street/brooklyn bridge station) and the 2 or 3 trains (clarke street station).
To Walk From The F Train At York Street
walk two blocks south toward the east river and make a left onto front street. walk three blocks in the direction of the brooklyn bridge. we are between main street and washington street.
To Walk From The A Or C Trains At High Street Station
walk down the hill approximately three blocks in the direction of the east river on old fulton road. walk under the underpass (the brooklyn bridge will be on your right) and make you first right onto front street. we are two blocks down front street between main and washington.
To Walk From The 2 Or 3 Trains At Clarke Street
walk down henry street about 4 blocks. make a left onto old fulton road, walk under the underpass and make the first right onto front street. we are two blocks down front street between main and washington.
To Drive From Manhattan:
take the brooklyn bridge. take the first exit on the right – cadman plaza. follow the exit down to the right. at the bottom of the exit veer to the left and head towards the river. go under the underpass and make your first right onto front street. go over two blocks blocks to the corner of front street and main street – there is a parking garage beneath the building.
From Bqe
take cadman plaza exit and follow directions above.
Buses
41, 25 to old fulton 61, 69, 48, 75 to sands street.
Membership Fee
Monthly Membership Fee
$85.00
Registered Amateur Monthly Membership Fee
$65.00
registration with with usa boxing metro must be current
Monthly Membership With Permanent Locker :
$125.00
a contract is required for this membership
Wrestlers
$70.00
Weekly Workout Fee
$50.00
Daily Workout Fee
$20.00
Daily Spectators Fee
$10.00
Daily Photographers Fee*
*unpublished personal work only. all other photographers must report to the office to discuss insurance and fees.
$30.00
Per Month$150.00
Special Offers
automatic credit card withdraw: 5% discount we accept most cards, personal checks and cash.
Six Months
$510.00
receive 1 month free (7 months in total)
Twelve Months
$1,020.00
receive 3 months free (15 months in total)
Lifetime Membership
((plus $150.00 yearly))$2,400.00
History
Peter Robert Gagliardi
a flyweight turned bantamweight, changed his name to Bobby Gleason in order to appeal to the predominantly Irish New York fight crowd of the era and opened the doors to the gym in 1937. Dues were two dollars a month, and the times were tough. Bobby could not meet his expenses, including the $50 per month rent, so he hacked a cab for 10 or 12 hours a night.
Things eased up after the depression.
Gleason’s flourished along with boxing in the 40’s and 50’s, but the 60’s took their toll. The sport declined and two of its temples – Stillman’s Gym and the Old Garden – disappeared. That left Gleason’s as the last remnant of boxing’s “Golden Age” in New York City.
The gym was located in the “Hub” district of the lower Bronx at 434 Westchester Avenue, near 149th Street and 3rd Avenue.
Fighters from the East, West, and the World made it to the double door leading you up the one flight of stairs and into another world that was not seen by very many fans. The gym was the largest in the city. It looked like an old coal cellar. It needed a paint job and the wooden floors might have been taken from the Mayflower. A blind man with a sense of smell would have known what went on there. The gym became eerily quiet when the next bell rang. Men who, a second before, had been brutalizing heavy bags, suddenly began walking around like zombies. This lasted for one minute, until the next bell rang, when they resumed their frenzied pace.
The “full line of equipment”
at Bobby’s consisted of four heavy bags, six racks to hang speed bags (bring your own) lots of exercising space with mirrors, clean showers and locker rooms, row upon row of spectator’s viewing seats close to a full sized ring located in the center of the room. The hygienic facilities were two showers and a toilet. The latter was an overhead waterbox facility. The showers had weather problems. In the winter you could usually get enough water through the old pipes to take a shower. But in the summer, the neighborhood kids opened the fire hydrants to cool off and the pressure dropped, the water did not make it up to the second floor. Character is built on adversity.
A sign hung on the office wall at the top of the stairs.
It read “Your dues are due today. If they have not been paid please do so and save yourself the embarrassment of being asked. Thank you. The Management.”
Bobby Gleason was not as bad as he made himself out to be.
He had been known to let guys slide for months if they did not have the money. He was a feisty, well-dressed, principled man with enormous energy, and a sense of humor.
Moving through the gym you came to several huge 8 foot windows that looked out onto Westchester Avenue.
There another sign hung on the wall. In bold red letters it read: “No smoking or spitting on the floor.”
On a normal busy afternoon the gym was packed.
All the punching bags were in motion, and every inch of floor space was used for shadow boxing or skipping rope. There was at least an hour and a half wait for the ring (which went on a first come, first serve basis).
The trainers, Patty Colovito, Freddie Brown, Chickie Ferrara and Charlie Galeta, to name a few, were there from morning until night six days a week.
Back then a trainer could make a good living from boxing. That’s when there were a lot of clubs running and fighters could get all the work they wanted.
The gym grew in stature as local heroes such as Jake (The Bronx Bull) LaMotta, Mike Belloise, Phil Terranova and Jimmy Carter punched their way through the rankings to win world titles.
Bobby Gleason managed Phil Terranova and on August 16, 1943, Terranova won the NBA Featherweight Title in New Orleans by knocking out Jackie Callura in the eighth round.
Mike Belloise had already won the World Featherweight Title
and Jake LaMotta and Ray Robinson had gone the distance in Madison Square Garden (Robinson W10 LaMotta) on October 2, 1942. Jimmy Carter , first fighting as a featherweight, drew with Sandy Saddler in Washington, D.C. in 1947. Then on May 25, 1951 in New York, Carter KO’d Ike Williams in the 14th round. By then, Gleason’s Gym was on fire, as it’s reputation for turning out top-ranked contenders and champions spread.
Two years earlier on June 16, 1949,
LaMotta stopped Marcel Cerdan in Detroit’s Briggs Stadium to win the World Middleweight Title.
Yet another Gleason’s Gym trained boxer, Carlos Ortiz, was suddenly a factor in the fight game and on June 12, 1959, he KO’d Kenny Lane in New York to win the World Junior Welterweight Title.
Then came Benny (Kid) Paret.
At age 23, he won the World Welterweight Title with a unanimous decision over Don Jordan on May 27, 1960, in Las Vegas. He had three fights with Emile Griffith, the last on April 3, 1962, ultimately lead to his death. Benny (Kid) Paret was a Gleason’s Gym fighter.
Muhammad Ali, then Cassius Clay,
trained for Sonny Liston the first time (February 25, 1964) in Gleason’s Gym. In one of the biggest upsets of the twentieth century, he won the World Heavyweight Title when the unpopular Liston failed to answer the bell for the seventh round.
Gleason’s Gym was not only a sweat shop
but also a movie set. Dozens of commercials and hundreds of still shoots were done at the original location. Sometimes a big production would force the gym to close for a day and it looked more like the back lot at MGM than a fight emporium. The advertising agency people could not believe that such a place still existed in the early 1970’s. They fell in love with the joint.
When Bobby Gleason built the gym
the Bronx neighborhood was made up of German, Irish and Italians. Across the street was the Royal Theater where stars like Sophie Tucker appeared when vaudeville was still alive. Down the street at the Central Theater you could see three movies and get a bar of candy for a dime. Reigning majestically over the whole area was the Bronx Opera House on 149th Street.
In 1974, and at age 82 Bobby Gleason pulled up his roots of 37 years and moved to Manhattan.
The new gym at 252 W 30th Street was the first street level gym in New York city. It had an L-shaped mezzanine, plenty of rooms and a fresh paint job. Bobby ran the new gym as well as he did the old, and continued to have the best fight gym in New York.
The gym had a huge locker room and modern four head shower area in the basement.
The first floor had two training rings, six heavy bags and several speed bag racks. There were separate rooms with mirrors for skipping rope and shadow boxing. The mezzanine held several offices, a conference room and a luncheonette. The place was always filled with spectators peering down at the boxers training below.
One of the biggest reasons for Gleason’s success is the presence of the sports top trainers.
Two of the greatest handlers the sport has ever known, Whitey Bimstein and Freddy Brown moved with the gym from the Bronx to Manhattan. Other dedicated teacher-conditioners committed to making great fighters were Victor Valle, Mike Capriano, Bobby McQuiller, Rocky Davis and Sammy Morgan.
Jake LaMotta, is probably one of the most famous Gleason’s trained champions.
Right up there with him is Roberto Duran. The Panamanian superman won three World Titles using Gleason’s Gym as his training base. He was trained by Ray Arcel and Freddy Brown. When Duran was in Gleason’s, so was the rest of New York. On occasion the street had to be blocked off to accommodate all his fans.
Some of the other World Champions who made Gleason’s their home away from home at the 30th Street location included Vito Antuofermo,
Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, Saoul Mamby, Wilfred Benitez, Pipino Cuevas, Billy Costello, Mike McCallum, Hector Camacho, Livingstone Bramble, Julio Cesar Chavez, Jose Luis Ramirez, Edwin Rosario, and Eusebio Pedroza. Larry Holmes, Michael Spinks,Thomas Hearns, Milton McCrory and Barry McGuigan were among those champions who trained at Gleason’s even though their base of operation was elsewhere.
When Gerry Cooney turned pro in 1977, he made Gleason’s his training home. “Gentleman Gerry” became very popular with the fighters and and his fan base was similar to Duran’s.
In February, 1981, Gleason’s was sold to New York businessman Ira Becker, a long-time friend of boxing and a staunch supporter of boxing safety and uniform rule regulations.
Under his direction, Gleason’s membership tripled and under his strong leadership, the great tradition of Gleason’s remained complete.
The Manhattan location continued to attract the Hollywood script writers and the advertising agencies.
Many full length movies such as Midnight Run, The 10 Count, Heart, Rage of Angles and Raging Bull were shot at the gym. Actors like Robert DeNiro and Wesley Snipes trained at the gym to prepare for their movie roles. Numerous sit coms, fashion shoots and even corporate parties took place at the gym.
In early 1983, I struck a deal with Ira Becker, and became his partner and half owner of Gleason’s Gym.
In January, 1985, I took an early retirement from Sears Roebuck and Co. and joined Ira full time.
Once again the neighborhood where the gym was located began to change.
The 30th Street building went co-op in 1984 and the gym was forced to find a new home. The gym moved to its current location, a warehouse virtually under the Brooklyn Bridge on the Brooklyn side. The Brooklyn shoreline district is known as DUMBO and the address is 77 Front Street.
The new 14000 square foot gym is a boxer’s paradise.
There are four full size rings, and 10 heavy bags that don’t begin to dominate this space that has concrete floors and blood red walls. There is also an assortment of free weights, stair machines, treadmills, stationary bicycles and customary boxing equipment like speed bags, double end bags and jump ropes.
Gleason’s Gym offers a cultural and metaphorical link between the most divergent of eras.
Besides being the oldest and busiest active boxing gym in the world, the venue serves as an unofficial headquarters for the international press and continues to serve the champions, contenders, and upstarts from around the world.
On any given day
since being located in Brooklyn’ you could see champions like Mark Breland, Juan LaPorte, Iran Barkley, James (Buddy) McGirt, Aaron Davis, Riddick Bowe, Mike Tyson, Hector Camacho, Junior Jones, Kevin Kelly, Arturo Gatti, Agapito Sanchez, Zab Judah or Shane Mosley training next to contenders like Gerry Cooney, Alex Stewart, Mitch Green, Oleg Maskaev, or Wayne Braithwaite.
Gleason’s Gym has come to be synonymous with boxing.
Over the years, the reputation of the champion boxers it produced earned Gleason’s Gym world-renowned appeal as the pinnacle of excellence in boxing. However, this home of boxing champions has gained a new dimension of members as the gym has come of age. Now such nouveau clientele as investment bankers, fashion models and actors can be seen shadow boxing alongside champions in its rings. Gleason's time-honored approach to boxing training has paid off in the gym’s consistent ability to attract a flourishing membership of not just championship hopefuls, but the fitness-conscious crowd who understand the benefit of a boxing workout.
For the first time in history, boxing has reached the masses. Gleason’s has touched their souls.
The gym’s trainers continue to be equally legendary.
The current elder statesmen like Hector Roca, Bob Jackson and Tommie Gallagher are part of the 81 trainers that use Gleason’s Gym to teach their trade. The trainers today are technicians, tacticians, motivators, physical conditioners and cut men all rolled into one. All of the trainers are willing to train folks who come in off the street as well as the stable of professionals and hopefuls they are bringing along.
Gleason’s Gym is a media haven.
A day doesn’t go by that I don’t get some type of media request from somewhere in the world. I make it my business to accommodate everybody. Boxing is like a small family and in order to survive it needs all the support it can get within the industry.
In this business the press is our friend and they must be treated that way.
Over 200 magazine articles from every major magazine worldwide have written pieces on Gleason’s Gym. Thousands of worldwide newspaper articles have been written on the gym and every television news station and sports station has had cameras in the gym at one time or another. Gleason’s has been a location for numerous TV programs, movies and fashion layouts. Our latest Academy Award winning movie was Million Dollar Baby. We trained Hilary Swank and helped her win her second Academy Award for Best Actress.
The gym currently has 1050 members.
This includes 450 amateur and professional boxers and 600 recreational boxers 320 of which are female. All pay the same $85 monthly fee with the exception of amateurs that pay $20 less and members of our “Give a Kid a Dream” program which affords underprivileged children the opportunity to train at Gleason’s without paying dues.
For the most part, professional boxers come from the lower socio-economical areas.
Boxing is a sport of the underclass, a sport of the underdog. Men have used boxing to fight their way out of poverty, to fight their way out of prison, to fight their way out of hopelessness.
When you spend a little time at Gleason’s, even as a spectator, you feel this.
You will also feel a true sense of equality and acceptance. All members of the gym identify with each other as fighters first and foremost, their differences fade into the background in the gym.
That is a great part of the vibe at Gleason’s.
Whether you are working out, a real fighter or a wannabe, a participant or a spectator, you are welcome and respected.
In a lot of ways it is a microcosm of society, a gritty, tough, melting pot, characterized by openness and acceptance, inhabited with a lot of people with big dreams.
There is a quote on the wall of Gleason’s written by Virgil a couple thousand years ago:
“Now whoever has courage, and a strong and collected spirit in his breast, let him come forward, lace on the gloves and put up his hands.”
These words resonate throughout the gym and it is what Gleason’s stands for today.
Women’s Boxing At Gleason’s Gym
History
women have been a part of gleason’s gym since 1983. what started as a difficult project in trying to convince one of the gym’s original owners, ira becker, that he should consider allowing women to train in his gym, became somewhat easier when he was persuaded that a female’s money went into the gleason’s bank account just as easily as a male’s. ira allowed bruce silverglade to close the gym early two nights per week to allow the women to train. this was the only way to accommodate women in our manhattan space; it had one shower and changing room. upon the move to brooklyn in 1987, the women’s program at gleason’s gym had proved so popular that they received their own locker rooms. we now train in excess of 180 ladies. these women have turned out to be just as good as the men. they train hard and are dedicated to the workout. when a woman comes into the gym, she has no preconditioned bad habits. she is open for training and instruction from the ground upwards. men always think they know how to fight because they are men.
Amateur Program
in october 1993, women’s boxing recorded it’s first victory. acting on a lawsuit filed by a 16-year-old female from washington, usa boxing, the governing body of amateur boxing in the united states, officially lifted its ban on women’s boxing in october of 1993. females are now a growing phenomenon in usa boxing and can compete in sanctioned amateur competition within the united states and internationally. there are currently almost 2,000 female boxers registered with usa boxing. the popularity of women’s boxing has increased dramatically since its inception in 1993. not only are the numbers of women growing rapidly in the usa, there is a dramatic increase in female boxing numbers around the world. there are currently 34 countries worldwide that have a recognized female boxing program. gleason’s gym has a highly successful amateur program for it’s female boxers. in the first ever national women’s tournament, gleason’s sent six contestants and won six gold medals. in the first ever women’s world championships, held in november 2001, gleason’s had four women on the usa team. the gym has particular success in the prestigious new york golden gloves tournament. in the 2002 contest gleason’s sent nine women to the finals.
Training
a large percentage of our female membership has no desire to compete on an amateur or professional level. boxing training gives an incredible workout, even for those who never strike another and are never hit in return! during your training at gleason’s gym you will use a combination of exercises to build cardio vascular fitness, strength, quickness and agility. mental stimulation is provided by exposure to new techniques, which in turn, offer stress release, teach you how to overcome fatigue, and give you the exhilaration and toughness of combat. boxers develop a lean low fat physique, not unlike a dancer or long distance runner. famed dancer twyla tharp trained at gleason’s gym during her time on broadway. twyla choreographed much of her production based on what she learned in the ring. other women have felt inspired in other ways by their experiences at gleason’s gym. karyn kusama, conceived the idea for her award winning movie, “girlfight”, whilst training at the gym. the film’s star michelle rodriguez was trained by gleason’s for her role. “shadowboxers” a stylish documentary that spotlights famed professional fighter, lucia rijker, was directed and produced by katya bankowsky, one of gleason’s premier female members. kate sekules, a british journalist, and also one of our ‘first ladies’, fought professionally and has had her memoir “the boxer’s heart: how i learned to love the ring” published internationally, to great critical acclaim.
Bruce Silverglade (President, Gleason's Gym)
Over the last thirty years, Bruce Silverglade has been busy keeping one of boxing’s grandest traditions alive.
He is the driving force behind Gleason’s Gym in Brooklyn, a boxing treasure since 1937.
One of the last of New York City’s thriving boxing gyms, Gleason’s has been the training headquarters for such legends as Jake LaMotta, Muhammad Ali and Roberto Duran.
In all, 131 World Champions have trained inside the gym’s hallowed walls. Currently five active title holders workout at Gleason’s as well as numerous contenders and dozens of Golden Gloves champions. And yes, women train at Gleason’s too.
The Silverglade name has been associated with boxing for over 65 years.
Bruce’s father Edward, was one of the founders of the National PAL. He also worked for the National Olympic Committee and was the team manager for the US Olympic teams of 1980 and 1984.
In 1976, Bruce found himself in the middle of a divorce and sought refuge in boxing.
While one marriage ended, another one was just beginning. Silverglade caught the boxing bug and quit his job of 16 years with Sears Roebuck and Company. He began refereeing and judging amateur bouts but because he liked “all” fighters he learned quickly that he could not be an impartial official. That’s when he turned to the administrative side of the sport.
From 1980 to 1985, Silverglade held some of the most prominent positions in amateur boxing.
He was president of the Metropolitan Amateur Boxing Federation, a chairman of the National Junior Olympic Committee and a member of the National Selection Committee.
By the early 1980’s, Silverglade began devoting his efforts full-time to Gleason’s. In 1987,
he started running live boxing cards at Gleason’s Arena, which was located one block away from the gym. That lasted until 1990, but Silverglade remained involved in the business side of boxing as a matchmaker and booking agent.
He helped to promote the first world title fight in Russia as IBF cruiserweight champion Al Cole defended his title against Glen McCrory.
He has also made fights for some of the game’s top attractions: Arturo Gatti, Paulie Malignaggi, Yuri Foreman, Mark Breland and Zab Judah.
Silverglade lives in New York City.
He graduated Gettysburg College in 1968 with a degree in economics. He also holds a master’s degree in the Sweet Science.
Trainers
Jihad Abdul-Aziz
PHONE: 347 206 7769. EMAIL: jihad.abdulaziz@yahoo.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Mon-Thursday 7am – 8pm; Fridays 8 am to 12 pm; Sat & Sun open to appointment. HOURLY RATE: Open. My method of training is called Jihad’s Way. Boxing is not a tough man sport. The art of boxing is to hit without getting hit. In 1988 my boxing career began by winning the Golden Gloves in the state of Indiana. In 1991 I fought James Stanton in the State of Pennsylvania Golden Gloves Finals. Throughout my career I sparred with a number of professionals like Monty Barrett, Buster Matias Jr., Lou Savarese, Mitch Blood Green, Michael Grant, and the list goes on. As a professional fighter I’ve fought the 1992 Olympic Silver Medalist Richard Bango and Joe “Baby Bull” Mesi. I’m looking forward to making champions. A true champ will never quit and one who quits will never become champ.
Malin Ali-Bey
EMAIL: alibeyny@aol.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: By appointment. HOURLY RATE: $35 for 1, $30 for 10, and $25 for 20 sessions. I am a USA Boxing certified level II coach and judge and am presently training for strength and conditioning certification. I've been training for over 30 years and coaching for the past 12. I train kickboxers (World Combat League), boxers, and a Muay Thai Champion. I've been at Gleason's since 1994.
Alicia Ashley
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Personal WEBSITE http://www.aliciaslickashley.com; 3 time World Champion ~ 3 time Golden Glove Champion ~ 2 time Amateur National Champion ~ World Combat League Kickboxing Champion. "My training method consists of a lot of defensive techniques. Everyone knows how to punch, you have to learn not to get hit."
Jackie Atkins
Hours: by appointment Rate: $100 hourly 1:1 sessions Group training & clinics, contact Jackie at: Jacklyn.m.atkins@verizon.net; 732.768.4086 or through Gleason's Gym Retired Avaya Labs Executive Director of Research & Development, Owner of Gleason’s Gym Jersey Shore, Boxing Instructor Gleason’s Mercedes Club, Gleason’s Give a Kid a Dream Director. Currently serving the second term on the New Jersey Association of USA Boxing Executive Board member. National Golden Glove Champion, 2 X Ringside World Champion, 2012 US National Coach, Head Coach for the Women’s Boxing team at the United States Military Academy at West Point, trainer of three NJ Golden Glove champions, Diamond Glove Champion, 2012 NJ US National team. Certified level 2 USA boxing coach, level 2 official and AFPA certified personal trainer.
Willy Badillo
See Willy at Gleason's!
Tony Baldwin
PHONE: (516) 376-0480; EMAIL: tbfoto61@msn.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Mon - Fri, 10am to 6pm or when necessary. HOURLY RATE: $35/hr. My method of training utilizes strength training and boxing to bring out the best in a person or a fighter. Expert at pad training. I like working with people and seeing them excel. I am one of the best trainers around. I am one of the few trainiers who's been behind the scenes for about 17 years (seeing is believing) and believe in yourself first! Not only a great trainer, but I'm also a great photographer - weddings, events, etc.
Iran Barkley
Contact at Gleason's Gym: By appointment only.
Ulises Beato, Certified Shidoshi-ho Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu in Brooklyn
Ninjutsu - Martial Art of Distance and Timing. Self Defence Classes for Men and Women. PHONE: 917 749 0153 ONLINE: facebook.com/BujinkanBeatoDojo; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday 6 -8PM, Thursday 6-8PM and by appointment Private Classes Available Reasonable Rates. Learn the principles of distance,timing,and subtlety that create the devastating power one can use to protect one's self and others against one or multiple opponents. Our training is appropriate for men and women from all walks of life regardless of previous experience,ability or body type.Everyone is welcome. Discover the legendary art of Ninjutsu as taught by Dr. Massake Hatsumi in his Bujinkan Taijutsu Dojo in Japan. Make authentic ninjutsu training a normal part of your daily life and look forward to reaching new levels in your understanding of martial arts.
Bobby Beckles
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: By appointment. Hourly Rate: Negotiable. The former Undisputed British & European Lightweight Muay Thai Kickboxing Champion. Also has a professional boxing background. Specializes in training actors for movie & television work (Colin Farrell was a client) Has 6 years at Gleason's and has over a decade of stunt and TV & Film fight choreography experience.
Michael Bentt
HOURLY RATE: Negotiable. REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: By appointment. Cell Phone: (310) 923-6873; Michael Bentt is a Gleason's offsite trainer based in Los Angeles. Michael was the WBO Heavyweight world champion, winning the title in a dramatic come from behind knockout of Tommy Morrison. Currently a personal trainer of many white collar boxers in LA, and is used extensively to choreograph boxing movies and train LA based actors.
Lennox Blackmooreb
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday - Saturday 12pm - 10pm. HOURLY RATE: $30; Lennox is recognized around the world as a great trainer. You have seen him working corners on ESPN and HBO over the years for numerous champions, including: Vivian Harris, Elio Rojas, Wayne Braithwaite, Asa Sandell, Sonya Lamonlakis, Julio, Ceasar Green, Veronica Simmons, and Edwin Valdes.
Mark Breland
World Famous, Mark Breland was a gold medal winner in the '84 Olympics, 2-time world welterweight champ, and is still widely recognized as the most talented United States amateur boxer ever. Mark prefers to train in the morning, but call the gym to schedule an appointment. Training doesn't get much better than this.
Dillon Carew
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 5:00am - 1:00pm; HOURLY RATE: Negotiable; WEBSITE: myspace.com/dilloncarew; Dillon is a former Guyana, Caribbean, and South American Champion as well as a '92 Olympian. His training technique emphasizes general coordination, speed, and punching power and never fails to keep you motivated.
Adam Colberg
CELL: 203 247 0759; EMAIL: adamcolberg@yahoo.com; Specializes in strength and conditioning.
Kristen Collins, RYT
THAI BODY WORK THERAPIST. I have been practicing Yoga and Martial arts for over 10 years. I have extensive experience preparing fighters and martial artists for training and matches. No other practice can improve the agility and flexibility of a fighter and also relieve the pain associated with sparring and training. These are ancient modalities practiced by the best martial artists and boxers for hundreds of years around the world. I received my certification of this northern style of thai body therapy from Ananda Apfelbaum, her teacher is master healer Pichest Boonthumme. I received my hatha yoga certificate from Yogi Charu of Savitri Yoga Shal. For more information and pricing: blackwolfthai.com; Phone: 917-617-9976
Devon Cormack
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday-Saturday 6Am - Afternoon. CELL PHONE: (917) 847-1259; Champions trained: Alicia "Slick" Ashley & Ruth O'Sullivann. Devon focuses on proper punching form with strong emphasis on defensive techniques. Geared to making a smart, poerfeul & efficient boxer. Devon is a 3-time World Kickboxing Champion & professional boxer. He trains actors and coordinates fight scenes for movies & tv shows. He trains 2 female champs and anyone else who would just like to get in shape.
John Douglas
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 9 until close, Monday through Friday, and 9-2 Saturday. Phone: 347-241-9571; Email: bigjohndouglas@gmail.com; Website: bigjohndouglas.wordpress.com; I am happy to work with you whether you just want to get in shape or you want to compete as an amateur or professional. I work with people of all ages and especially like working with kids. I'll keep you healthy and make sure you have fun. I fought in the '96 Olympics and boxed professionally for 15 years. I have been training fighters at Gleason's since 2004 and have a lot of experience to share with you and help you succeed.
Mario Eldin
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 7 Days a week. Time may vary. CELL PHONE: (917) 573-1815; Hourly Rate: Depends on type of training. Personal Website: marioworks.me; Your Training Methods: Body building, crossfit, strength, training for amatuer and pro fighters. I am a personal trainer and an amatuer fighter out of Gleason's Gym. Many different styles of training to choose from, and a huge background in nutrition. I didn't just study everything that I know, I put myself through it.Any results you need, we will get it together. I train children as well, if more than one child wants to train, the rate will be cheaper.
Chrissy Eisenzapf
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: By appointment. CELL PHONE: (631) 512-2405; Hourly Rate: Negotiable. Personal Website: elmosfitness.com; People I work with: Delen Parsley, David Song, Nicholas Garceslost 100 lbs, Laura Moor lost 115 lbs. I will work with you to make a customized daily meal plan with your favorite healthy foods, diet requirements and a realistic plan that will fit your busy lifestyle. I am a certified amateur boxer. I am certified in sports nutrition, fitness and nutrition. A certified boxing coachand a nutritional advisor with over 11 years of experience in nutritional supplements. If you are looking for the complete package that includes nutrition and fitness expertise come join me and my coach "The Get It Right Team."
Dexter Emmanuel
HOURLY RATE: $35; I've trained up & coming pro John Duddy. I've been at Gleason's for 3 years. Great with kids.
Dorrius Forde
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. HOURLY RATE: $30; I help train former WBA welterweight champ Andrew Six Heads Lewis and Former IBF Junior Lightweight Champ Gary St. Clair. I am one of the top boxers out of Guyana. I've turned to training boxers, and fulfilling their dreams. I train people to be self-confident, focus, and have discipline. I'll make sure you get your money's worth out of every sit-up and punch.
Raul Frank
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: From early morning to afternoon, Mon - Sat; Raul Frank is an active and nationally ranked professional fighter who trains and coaches at Gleasons. He is a two time USBA champion and has been ranked #1 a number of times. In addition to professional boxing lessons, he's an expert at weight loss. He'll get you a set of 'boxer's abs' in no time.
Barry Funches
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call Gleason's Gym to get in touch with me: (718) 797-2872
Andrea Galbiati
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Mon - Sun, by appt. CONTACT: 347-982-4341; EMAIL: info@andreagalbiati.com; Website: ANDREAGALBIATI.COM; I train for: great defense, stamina for the endurance of the fight, and a smart thinking fighter in the ring. I began training in judo at 5 years old. I started kick-boxing competition at 15 years old. After 25 years of competition, I have 4 Italian titles, one European title, and 2 Professional World titles. I teach top level pro fighters and have trained 15 world-champion kickboxers. Champions trained: Jill Emery (World Champion), Floriano Pagliara (IBF Champion) & Ahmed Said (African Champion)
Tommy Gallagher
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tommy like to "keep it simple" and only teach what a boxer needs to know. Tommy is ranked in the top ten boxing trainers. He has worked with many champions cush as Julio Cesar Greene, Doug Dewitt and Donnie Lelonde. Tommy owned a gym for 33 years and is now widely known as the head trainer on ESPN's 'The Contender.'
Rodrigo Galvanosi
Fearless Fighting AT GLEASON'S GYM School run by: Rodrigo Galvanosi Cell: 252 367 0005, Gym: 718 797 2872; Rodrigo@fearlessfighting.com; www.fearlessfighting.com; MMA Cardio; Get the body without the bruises! FEARLESS MMA; The body is guaranteed! Bruises are optional! At Fearless Fighting we value the "Art" in Mixed Martial Arts. We see the evolution of becoming a martial artist as a life-changing process which forces the student to focus the mind and train the body. It is as much a mental journey as a physical one. And in the end the student will "Experience Victory", as he or she reaches his or her fighting or fitness goals. We stand for giving every person, male or female, professional or hobbyist, the opportunity to develop the skill and conditioning of a warrior. Because the ultimate result in fighting is the absolute defeat of one's adversary, and attaining the goal that one has in mind from the outset. The Fearless Fighting program covers everything. We offer detailed training in each of the specific disciplines or the fusion hybrid that is Mixed Martial Arts. You can develop your stand-up skills in our extensive Boxing and Muay Thai program or work your ground game with the famous Fearless Jiu Jitsu team. These programs are battle proven and tested by our fighters, and they provide great routines and workouts for those interested in fitness as well.
Kevin Gledhill
PHONE: 917-757-7493; EMAIL: WSLNYC@earthlink.net; WEBSITE: www.vingtsunusa.com; Over 25 years of Ving-Tsun experience. Ving-Tsun is a combat and self-defense system.
Martin Gonzalez
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 9am - 5:30pm; HOURLY RATE: $25; I currently train the popular prospect Edgar Santana, one of NYC's finest fighters. I was also assistant trainer for Jorge Teron, Dimitri Salita, David Telesco, and Miguel Callist. I love working with new boxers because I believe in my abilities to bring out the talent in beginners'I can turn novices into prospects. I currently have 6 boxers in the Golden Gloves. I invite you to come check out how I train fighters and, if you like it, we'll make a good one out of you.
Raynold Graham
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 9am - 6pm; CONTACT: 718-622-5229 / cell: 347-243-1162; HOURLY RATE: Negotiable; As a professional fighter, I compiled a record of 18 wins and 3 losses. I have over 50 years of experiance in boxing. I emphasize in boxing fundamentals and bringing out the natural gifts of my fighters. I will help you reach the next level. I stress conditioning, technique, padwork & high-intensity training. I have trained Rafael Williams, Mitch Green, Arturo Gatti.
Heather Hardy
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Mon - Sun, by appt. CONTACT: 347-463-1923; EMAIL: heather.hardy.0786@gmail.com; Schooled by Devon Cormack, I implement many of his training methods including proper punching form and technique, in addition to a heavy emphaisis on strength, endurance and conditioning. 2011 - USA Boxing Regional Champion, 2011 - WKA Regional Kickboxing Champion, 2011 - ISKA East Coast Muay Thai Champion, 2011 - LIBC 125lb Boxing Champion, 2011 - USA Boxing National Champion
Bob Jackson
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday - Friday 11am - 7pm. HOURLY RATE: $25 and up, depending on level of participation in program. Bob has been with Gleason's for 20 years. He founded white-collar boxing. His training methods emphasize control of balance to ensure leverage and 'solid mechanics.' Bob has trained WBA and WBC Featherweight Champion Junior Jones, Mustapha Hamsho, Chuck Wepner, and is currently working with World ranked welterweight Raul Frank. He has also trained World Heavyweight Champion Oleg Maskaev and currently trains up and coming heavyweight Derrick Rosi.
Harry Keitt
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 6am - 7pm. HOURLY RATE: Open. CONTACT: (347) 693-3793.; I currently train World Champion 'Irish' John Duddy, unbeaten Light Middleweight James Moore, Aloe Kelly, Martin Wright, Mark Anene, and Tiger Martinez. The key to being a successful boxer is hard work and discipline.
Yoshi Kono
CONTACT: 917-617-3287 or at Gleason's Gym. Specializes in Japanese language. Learn the basics. Works with actors.
Michael Kozlowski
2012 GOLDEN GLOVES "COACH OF THE YEAR". CELL PHONE: 917-304-0594; WEBSITE: www.boxingcoachmike.com, EMAIL: mike@boxingcoachmike.com; REGULAR TRAINING HRS: (by appointment); Monday –Friday: 5am – 9pm; Saturday- Sunday: 6am – 5pm; HOURLY RATE: 1hour PRIVATE session: $30-$60; GROUP session: $150 - $200 (per month); BOXING CLASSES: Michael "Coach Mike" Kozlowski is one of the best boxing trainers in New York City. He has 26 years of coaching experience. Boxing trainer Michael Kozlowski has made many NY Golden Gloves CHAMPIONS. In 2011 "Coach Mike" brought four of his students to the NY Golden Gloves Finals in Madison Square Garden resulting in three Champions! Michael Kozlowski trained former amateur stars Jill Emery and Yuri Foreman who both later became Professional World Champions! Michael Kozlowski's students include USA, Panamanian, Israeli and Russian national Champions. Boxing coach Michael Kozlowski has a Master degree in sports training and a Major in Physical Culture and Sports. He knows how to make Champions !!!
Juan Laporte
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Flexible. HOURLY RATE: Negotiable. Juan is an ex world champion who currently trains professional, amateur, and white collar boxers.
David Lawrence
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: By appointment. HOURLY RATE: Negotiable. "I've been an amateur, professional and White Collar fighter and trainer at Gleason's Gym for over 20 years. I fought in the first WHite Collar show, which was organized by Gleason's Gym. I have a Ph. D. and was a former rapper, actor and Wall St. mogul. I am incredibly smart." Great with kids & White collar boxers.
Dennis Legall
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Call (917) 374-2260 for appointments. Dennis is a USA Boxing official who gives FREE training during limited hours. Feel free to contact him to set up an appointment.
Keisher "Fire" McLeod-Wells
EMAIL: firetheboxingdiva@yahoo.com; Website: KeisherMcLeodWells.com or FireTheBoxingDiva.com; PHONE: 718 797 2872; TRAINING HOURS: Call for appointment. Saturday and Sunday class is 4 or 5pm - $35 for non-gym members, $25 for members. (45 mins long). HOURLY RATE: Negotiable rate for private sessions. Specializing in jumprope tricks and using your jump rope to burn calories, tone your arms and strengthen your legs. I'm all about making your jumprope sessions fun and exciting. Watch my jumprope skills on YouTube. Keisher "Fire" McLeod-Wells is a 4-time NY Golden Glove Champion, 2-time World Amateur Champion, and she is currently an active Professional Boxer.
James "Buddy" McGirt
EMAIL: mcgirt772@gmail.com; PHONE: 772 643 4678; TRAINING HOURS: Flexible. HOURLY RATE: Negotiable. Buddy McGirt is a 2-time World Champion and has trained Antonio Tarver, Arturo Gatti & Vernon Forrest among many others.
Dennis Milton
EMAIL: dmilton335@aol.com; PHONE: 212 237 7777; CELL PHONE: 917 374 0439; Dennis Milton won the New York Golden Gloves four years in a row and later fought professionally for the middleweight title.
Abdullah Morris
Mixed Martial Arts School of Self Defense Training the mind, body and spirit. $20 off per referral approval! Contact Information: Phone: 845-802-3478; Email: BigBrotherWireless@gmail.com; Course base: 1. Boxing 2. Ninjitsu 3. Jiu Jitsu 4. Weapon training 5. Aerobics/ Strength training 6. Health, Fitness and Body Sculpting; NOW AVAILABLE: Woman's Self-Defense Training! Regular Training Hours: Monday 7am to 9am - personal training, body sculpting 9:15am to 11:00am - strength training, Aerobic; Tuesday 7am to 9am - personal training, body sculpting, 9:15am to 11:00am - strength training, Aerobics; Saturday 7am to 9am - personal training, body sculpting 9:15am to 11:00am - strength training, Aerobics; Get to know your Instructor: From an early age, Sensei Abdullah displayed a unique sense of self-discipline,diligence and dedication for Martial Arts and Self defense training. As a qualified instructor and 4th degree black belt in Ninjitsu and 3rd degree in Jiu Jitsu, his qualifications are not limited to his rankings. It has been his passion to round his personal skills in different areas of the Arts, health, self defense, and fitness. Good health is key to wellness and fitness. A sound mind is key to overcoming self set limitations. A focused spirit is key to living out our purpose with humility, significance and dedication. With his background in personal training along with boxing and mixed martial arts, his skill-set is wide and his passion is contagious. For over 18 years he has had extensive training in the Star and Crescent School of essential knowledge, with Instructor Ali Abdul-Kareem, 8 years with Shihan Mustafa Abdullah and 8 years with professor Lou Ferrer. Whether he is in the dojo or in the boxing ring, his focus and dedication to the mind body and spirit through disciplined self training, has kept his devotion unwavering. By the permission of his Lord, he has had the blessing of being able to train with the best,with backgrounds and skill-sets that vary. His motto and passion is to pass on and share the blessing of his acquired skills with others. Personal Sessions: One on one time with Sensie Abdullah must be scheduled by appointment. Personal Training is available for specialized work outs fit to specific area of interest.
Carlos Ortiz
Carlos is a three-time world champion and in the Boxing Hall of Fame. He currently trains the undefeated Chika Nakamura, among others. Call him at home to schedule an appointment: (718) 823-4046.
Delon Parsley
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 8am - 7pm. HOURLY RATE: Negotiable; Blimp has trained many world champions including Vivian Harris, Joan Guzman, Melissa Hernandez, Taurus Sykes, Monty Barrett. He also trains his son, the up and coming Delon Parsley Jr. and many other pro and amateur fighters. His credo is 'hard work pays.'
Shawn Raysor
PHONE: 212 348 7083; EMAIL: s.raysor23@gmail.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: workable; HOURLY RATE: Recession workable; Click Here to see more about Sherwood Kwame Reece. Champions you have trained Chad Dawson, Scott Pemberton, Daniel Alicea, & Tor Hamer. Old School & New School About yourself Trainer of lions, tigers, & bears.
Sherwood Kwame Reece
PHONE: 347 245 4264; EMAIL: kwamemob@yahoo.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Available everyday except Sunday. HOURLY RATE: Negotiable. Specialize in boxing fitness and boxing training. Love God, love life, love people, so let's talk more face to face.
Hector Roca
PHONE: 718 710 8204; A world famous and top-tier trainer, Hector has trained numerous champions including: Iran Barkley, Arturo Gatti, Regilio Tuur, and Buddy Mcgirt. More recently he's gotten a lot of mainstream press since training Hillary Swank for her role in Million Dollar Baby. Hector is as good as it gets.
Keith "Rock" Thomas
CELL PHONE: (917) 348-6448; EMAIL: strongmind14@aol.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Monday-Friday, 5pm–9pm (weekends optional). HOURLY RATE: $35 Per Session (negotiable monthly rate includes unlimited sessions, health/nutrition planning). PERSONAL WEBSITE: Coming Soon. TRAINING METHODS: Traditional boxing, cardio, weights, polymetrics, nutrition, weight loss & weight management, stamina & endurance. Rock began his career at New Bed-Stuy Boxing Center, and has spent the past four years exclusively at Gleason's. Before becoming a trainer, he was taught by some of the best: Harry Keitt, Clarence Benyard, Delon Parsley and George Washington. From time spent with those legends, Rock developed his motto, and his method: "Loyalty and dedication and are the keys to success." A strong mind and body have earned him the name he's known by at Gleason's. FIGHTERS TRAINED: Prince Wright, 2009 Golden Gloves finalist Shelia Fleurimont and Misael Hernandez—as well as dozens of novices, hobbyists and those who have gone on to box as amateurs and professionals.
The Unpredictable Johnny Rodz
CELL: 718 541 8552; EMAIL: rodz93c@aol.com; WEBSITE: wuwonline.com; School is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The gym fee is discounted for wrestlers and the training fee is negotiated. Learn strength and conditioning through physical development, safe execution of moves, including basic fundamentals. Development of character and on camera speaking skills-learning psychology, the art of story telling. Locker room professionalism and etiquette, maturity, respect and lots of work with a longtime ex superstar pro.
Pedro Saiz
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Mon-Fri, available anytime by appointment. HOURLY RATE: $35 / negotiable; Phone: 646-300-1040 Email: SaizBoxing@gmail.com; As a professional boxer, I fought for the WBA World Title and was the New York State Champion. AS an amateur, I was three time Dominican Republic National Champion, two time Central American Champion and I fought in the 1988 Olympics. As a trainer, I work with everyone from beginners to professionals, including former WBA Super Welterweight Champion Yuri Foreman. Whether you're training for a fight or just looking to get into top physical condition, my focus on speed and power combined with strength and endurance will help you reach your goals.
Don Saxby
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 7am - 8pm; HOURLY RATE: Negotiable; $40/hr. for adults - $30/hr. for kids. WEBSITE myspace.com/boxingmadeeasy; BOXING MADE EASY, LLC. BECAUSE IT SHOULDN'T TAKE LONG FOR PEOPLE TO LEARN HOW SIMPLE IT IS. The list of the fighters I currently train include Professional Heavyweight N.A.B.A champ Taurus Sykes, 2006 Golden Glove champs Peter Lawson and Phillip Jackson Benson, Female N.Y.C Metro Champ Tracey Hutt, the rising star Argenis Mendez and a host of other pros and amateurs.
Grant Seligson
PHONE:917 582 5537; EMAIL: grantsel@earthlink.net; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: (by appointment) Mon-Fri, 9am-10pm; Sat, 9am-1pm; FOR HOURLY RATES, please visit: grantseligsonboxing.com/rates; WEBSITE: grantseligsonboxing.com; I train men and women of all ages, teaching them sound fundamentals of boxing. Beginners and Professionals will learn techniques that will lend to significant gains in strength, power, speed, and conditioning. Specializing in old school boxing techniques, utilizing the entire body to throw punches. Please contact me (via email if possible) to set up an appointment.
Elmo Serrano
Trainer & Cutman. PHONE: 718-219-8420; EMAIL: tonereultzfitness@gmail or eserrano@elmosfitnes.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Mon. thru Fri. 6AM to 8PM and Sat. 7AM to 3PM and Sunday – by appointment. RATES: Vary depending on fitness goals, free consultation. WEBSITE: elmosfitness.com; I offer a variety of training techniques. I am experienced in teaching competitive boxing from amateur to pro as well as offer personal fitness training that gears towards strength, conditioning and weight loss. I am a NYS certified USA Boxing Amateur & Licensed Professional Trainer and am in the process of obtaining my CPT certification. I work with men & women of all ages, and i am dedicated to assist you in being a better you by helping you reach your fitness goals. I have trained Isiah Serrano, Effilera, Deferson LeGrand, Harley Mederos & Virginia Guiden Cha
Kenji Shiwaku
EMAIL: kenji.shiwaku@gleasonsgym.net; A Golden Glove and former 3 times local area champion. Along with my experiences, I have taught some amateur/professional boxers and title contenders at West Coast and Japan. I am a certified Conditioning Trainer and Nutrition Counselor. Currently, I am a personal trainer and I teach boxing at U.S. military installations in Japan. Give you technical speed, timing, and angle to/for knockout.”
Rodney Tappin
CELL PHONE: 347 678 8474; EMAIL: Rodneytappin78@gmail.com; REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: Varies by appointment. WEBSITE: www.boxingrodney.com/; To provide a comfortable workout using my knowledge of boxing. 2 times gold medalist for Caribbean Games, 1 times Senior Caribbean Games medalist, Guyana Golden Gloves Champion, and Guyana National Champion.
James "Country" Thornwell
REGULAR TRAINING HOURS: 10:30am - 7pm; HOURLY RATE: $25; Country is a great communicator and has been in the boxing game for a long time. He'll get you motivated and keep you sharp. With a lot of patience and years of knowledge he'll teach you the all around package'he likes to work on defense and offense concurrently, rather than improving one at the expense of the other. He trained both Eddie Mustapha and Jim Witherspoon.
Gleason’s Gym is the oldest active boxing gym in the USA. We have been open since 1937, and are currently in our third home, in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge, in the area now affectionately known as DUMBO. There are three full size boxing rings, and one full size wrestling ring, with different colored canvas – Television blue or red. There are a number of hanging bags of varying sizes, double end bags and uppercut bags. A selection of cardio equipment is also available including treadmills, steppers, rowers and stationery bikes. We have an assortment of free weights. Trainers and fighters, both male and female, are also available for consultation or extra work. Our specialists include World champion boxing trainers, a World Champion Kick boxing trainer and a World Champion Muay Thai Boxing trainer. We have a variety of office suites available. These include executive workplaces and traditional boxing offices complete with fantastic collections of boxing memorabilia you will not find anywhere else in the World! The offices can also double up as private changing or make up rooms.