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Double Punches Boxing Club

Santa Rosa Corps' boxing program teaches a skill that gives youth a way to learn self-discipline and earn the respect of their peers.

More than twenty-five years ago, Richard and Maria Lopez had a dream of helping neighborhood kids become the best people they could be. They decided that the way they would do that was to get kids involved in an activity they enjoyed, create an environment that was supportive and encouraging, and teach a skill that would give youth a way to learn self-discipline and earn the respect of their peers. They started Double Punches Boxing Club (DPBC) in their garage and have been changing lives ever since.

More than thirty-four years ago, Richard and Maria Lopez had a dream of helping neighborhood kids become the best version of themselves. They decided the best way to do that was to get youth involved in an activity they would enjoy. By creating an environment that was supportive and encouraging, as well teach them skills that would give young people a way to learn self-discipline and earn respect amongst their peers.

Richard and Maria Lopez, Founder of Double Punches Boxing Club (DPBC) in 1991, began working with the neighborhood youth in his garage on single punching bag. The program expanded dramatically by 1996 which led him to move into a small building on South Dutton Avenue in 1997. As it continued to grow and attract media recognition for its effectiveness in making an impact on the youth.

With the help of the Salvation Army in November 2006, Double Punches Boxing Club moved to their current location. With the same goal of wanting to give the youth a safe space to develop into a successful individual.

Richard and Maria Lopez retired in 2022, and once again is giving a new individual a chance to give back just like they did. Viviana Velarde, a boxing coach with the same vision to reach out to as many individuals, is working hard to grow the program. With the help of her team, assistant coaches Tre Terry and Azeil Pena have been helping many students sharpen their skills, building team morals and trying to help students achieve their goals in the ring and out of the ring.

Richard and Maria Lopez have come to visit the students, it’s always a treat for them to see that their mentors never forget their goals and dreams that came true and long-lasting legacy through generations to come.

The Double Punches Mission

At The Salvation Army Double Punches Boxing Club, our mission is to provide a dynamic and nurturing environment that empowers youth to channel their energy, discipline, and determination into the pursuit of a healthier and more promising future. By offering comprehensive boxing training and fostering a strong sense of community, we aim to keep young individuals off the streets and equip them with the skills and values needed for personal growth and positive engagement within their community.

Memberships

  • We are a year-round program
  • New registration is preferably done at the beginning of the month. Registration packets can be picked up throughout the month at our location.
  • All our memberships are a monthly payment of $90.00
  • We accept all types of payments
  • Cash
  • Accept Credit/Debit Card
    • Sorry, but we don't accept American Express
  • Money orders or Checks must be made to The Salvation Army
    • Note: at the bottom of check or money order:  Double Punches Boxing Club

Disclaimer:

A $10 Late Fee will be applied to your Membership Fee if your payment is not received between the 1st-5th of the month.

  • Affordable pricing compared to our competitors.
  • Mandatory classes are 4 to 5 days a week for the month.
  • Range of Class: maximum training time for an hour or an hour and a half.
  • We offer more classes and training time than our competitors.
  • We will assess you to be placed in the class that best fits your level of knowledge in boxing and age group.
    • This can be done over the phone or in person.

Discounts:

We offer discounted membership fees for those who are unable to afford the full rate:

Low Income Discount:

  • Bring a copy of your medical card for $3.00 off.
  • Bring a copy of your Food Stamps card for $3.00 off.

Sibling Discount:

  • Having a sibling joining $3.00 off each sibling attending classes.

USA Boxing Registration

  • Pick up a USA Boxing registration packet at our location or register online.
  • Register with USA Boxing Online with the link below.
  • If you need help registering? Call us to set up an appointment for help with your profile/registration.
  • Can’t find it online use our QR Code

When registering please use our club’s name:  The Salvation Army Double Punches Boxing Club

New USA Boxing Members:

  • Mail in Print Membership Confirmation Receipt
  • Mail in 2 Passport -size photo or download a selfie of yourself to your USA Boxing profile.
  • Mail in Copy of a Birth Certificate
  • Mail in Copy of Annual Sports Physical
  • Physical Exam: USA Boxing Members sport physicals are good for one year from the day of the exam.
  • Mailing Information: Insert an extra envelope with your return address and a postage stamp attached to the envelope for your license to be returned.

Mailing Address:

Candelario Lopez

2455 Ocala Avenue

San Jose, CA 95122

Contact Information:

Phone Number: 408-806-2455

Email Adress: cnlopez1800@sbcglobal.net

USA Boxing Yearly Fee:

  • This is a separate fee from your gym membership fee.
  • Only accept Credit/Debit card online.

Yearly Fee by Age:

  • 8-11 = $65                
  • 11-16 = $70
  • 17-35 = $75                 
  • 35+ = $85

Renewing USA Boxing Members:

  • Pay your yearly membership on the USA Boxing website.
  • Print out your USA Boxing membership card and attach it to the inside of your cover page of your USA Boxing license book.
  • Attach your renewed Annual Sports Physical to the inside of the back cover page of your license book.

 

Requirements:

Disclaimer:

  • Please put your name in Black or Silver Sharpie on your equipment.
  • Anything lost will be placed in the lost and found unless it’s a mouthpiece it will automatically be thrown in the trash.
  • We will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.
  • If lost and found items are not claimed within 30 days, they will be donated to the gym and sold off.

Hand Wraps:

  • Small hand requires 120 length Ages 5-10.
  • Larger hand requires 180 length Ages 10 and older.
  • If you have sensitive knuckles you will need to purchase gel pads to place. under your hand wraps which is an online purchase.

Boxing Gloves:

  • 10oz., 12oz. Boxing gloves if the individual Weighs under 100 lbs. or less.
  • 12oz.,14oz. Boxing gloves if the individual Weighs under130 lbs.- or less.
  • 16oz. Boxing gloves if the individual Weighs under 130 lbs. - 170 lbs.
  • 18oz. Boxing gloves if the individual Weighs under 170 lbs. and up.

Jump Rope:

  • Please check the length of the new Jump Rope, especially if you are a tall individual.
  • Beginner students should purchase a basic plastic jump rope.

Recommendation:

  • Bag to carry your items.
  • Reusable water bottle.

Disclaimer:

  • Students will be able to start class but will have a week to obtain the required equipment.
  • We send a notice of failure to appear without necessary equipment.
  • Students will not be able to attend class without proper equipment.

 

Gym Appropriate Attire

  • Shorts, spandex, t-shirts, tank tops, sweatpants, and sweatshirts.
  • Clothes that are not too tight, see-through, or too short.
  • Bottoms that allow for free movement during exercise.
  • Athletic shoes (sneakers) closed-toed shoes, that are crucial for both safety and performance at the gym.

Disclaimer:

  • No crocks, jeans, pajamas, jewelry, no exposure of drawers, clothing with profanity, or explicit images.
  • No excessive gang colors.   

                                                                                        

Gym Rules

  • Do not misuse any of the equipment for anything other than its purpose.
  • No slamming speed bags
  • Hitting bags without hand wraps
  • Smacking Mitts together
  • No standing on any of the balls in the gym
  • No hanging off any of the bags in the gym
  • And so on!
  • Keep your hands, feet or any objects from harming anyone. Unless instructed otherwise, we are in the sport of boxing if any student is found to be using boxing for any other reason than the sport you will be released from the program. 
  • Sparring will be allowed with USA BOXING BOOK and only if attendance is at %90. They must have appropriate sparring gear to participate.
  • If you have one or more children in the different classes you cannot leave them unattended in the gym, and they must be accompanied by an adult 18 and over or place in the Books and Boxing Program next door.

 

Attendance:

  • Must attend 90% of classes.
  • Students will lose their spot in class after missing more than 3/4 days without an excused absence and will be cut from class at the end of the pay period.
  • Parents or individuals over 18 will need to call and excuse their absence.
  •  Parents or individuals over 18 can also write a letter of why they couldn’t attend class.
  • You can only arrive 5 minutes earlier than your class time.
  • Students can only be 10 minutes late. If it’s later than 10 minutes, please do not show up. Unless you have called to clear it with the trainers beforehand by notifying us the day before or calling before class.

Disclaimer:

  • Students with an early arrival will be sent to the after-school program next door and charged an additional $20.00 for a drop-in fee at Books and Boxing.
  • Late Pick-ups will be charged $10.00 10 minutes after their class has ended.
  • Please do not come in if the student is sick. If the student doesn’t feel well during class and needs a break longer than 10 minutes, the student will be sent home.
  • If you have one or more children in the different classes you cannot leave them unattended in the gym, and they must be accompanied by an adult 18 and over or place in the Books and Boxing Program next door.

Books and Boxing

What is Books and Boxing?

Richard and Maria Lopez dream wasn’t only focusing on sports. They wanted to instill the importance of education. By starting Books and Boxing they wanted to knock obstacles that would stand in the way young people. The difficulties of keeping up with education are tough when the right resources aren’t available, especially when you have no one to ask or nowhere to go. They established a book center right across the hall for the youth of all ages. Mentors and tutors ready to answer questions help with home for a better opportunity to further their future.

Disclaimer:

  • If you attend tutoring and boxing classes (Books and Boxing) it is a separate fee.

   Hours of Operation:                         Price:

Monday-Wednesday

After School Program

$50.00

3:00pm-5:30pm

Drop-In Fee

$20.00

 

Student Late Pick-up Fee

$10.00

 

Late Payment Fee

$25.00

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