Training camp starts for prospective white collar boxers – preparations start in earnest as chiefs prepare to go toe-to-toe at fifth Dubai fight night
Project coordinators and physical education teachers are among those training in preparation for their respective head-to-head contests at White Collar Fight Night, which takes place on 5 March 2010 at the Andalous Ballroom, Habtoor Grand Hotel, Dubai.
Now in its fifth year the event, which combines a black tie dinner with a programme of entertainment and fundraising culminating in the White Collar boxing bouts, is a night that will pack a punch.
“This year’s fight night has attracted even greater interest than last year which is quite something with both male and female participants from a greater range of industry sectors,” said John Mamea-Wilson, spokesperson for the event. “Ages and fitness levels may vary but the common denominator is that as novices they are all determined to master the noble art of boxing during their time at the training camp, whilst also increasing their mental toughness and physical fitness.”
Sales Executive,Caitlin Murphy, aged 26, is one of the contestants and weighs in at 76 kilos. She is both “nervous and excited” about the up coming event and is ready to “train my heart out so I am ready for anything on the night”.
Another contestant, project coordinator Mark Donald, aged 22, has found the training tough but can see a change in himself, mentally and physically. “Overall I am feeling fitter and have more energy in day-to-day life and, most of all, I enjoy my 8 a.m. lie-ins on the days I’m not training.”
White Collar Boxing was created for contestants with no prior boxing experience who can take the mental discipline, determination and dedication they show in the build-up and event participation, back to their work place. Amongst the contestants will be four women, eager to show that multi-tasking is not the only aspect of a woman’s skill set.
“During the selection process, we ensure that all contestants are equally matched and ready to compete on the night. Each competitor receives professional training and coaching and will box under the unique rules of White Collar which make competitor safety and welfare a priority,” said Mamea-Wilson.
