LIVE BOXING IS BACK IN RICHMOND: A CONVERSATION WITH ERIC ASH OF VINTAGE BOXING
Live Boxing is back in Richmond! This Saturday (June 11) is the first-ever River City Invitational. The event will take place at the Richmond Raceway and feature around 20 amateur bouts. It is presented by Vintage Boxing (located on Arthur Ashe Boulevard). And my special guest for this episode of the Cheats Movement podcast is the owner and operator of Vintage Boxing, Eric Ash.
Eric is not only the owner of Vintage Boxing; he has the distinct honor of being the lead trainer of the Vintage Boxing Team. A team that will be on full display this Saturday, with several fighters planning to go pro over the next 12 months.
Eric is a trainer, manager, mentor, and entrepreneur. Vintage Boxing is a special place. It has all trappings of a classic boxing gym (think Wild Card in LA or Kronk in Detriot). And the environment — the uplifting community spirit — is a true testament to Eric’s leadership and the fantastic staff he has assembled. From boxing coaches to personal trainers to the front desk staff, Vintage has the feel of your favorite local hangout, but it’s much more. It’s a boxing gym first and foremost, but it is safe to say, Vintage is a full-scale wellness center. And I’m not just speaking from one or two visits; I’ve been a member of the Vintage community for several months now. (That’s right, your boy signed up a few months ago.)
Vintage Boxing Gym is a special place, and Eric is a tremendous leader. Learn more about Vintage, the River City Invitational, and the Matthew Smiles Foundation right here on the Cheats Movement Podcast.
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As an old guy who stepped into a boxing gym for the first time, I have to say – I’ve never felt more welcome. Such a great feel walking in. Welcoming and friendly but still a strong “put in your work” attitude. It’s great and never would I have thought I could feel more welcome.
The front staff is great, the members are awesome, trainers are high level in knowledge and patience and, more importantly – they all, along with Eric, make you feel you belong no matter your skill level.
Special shout out to Josiyah Giles, who has trained me several times one-on-one. Patient, knowledgeable and chill. Absolutely amazing teacher.
BTW, this is a great podcast and as a fellow podcaster you sound great!
Thanks so much, John. See you on the Boulvard.