Instructors

Jeremiah Witherspoon (Spoon)
Scorchin Boxing was established in 2016 by former amateur and pro boxer Jeremiah Witherspoon (Spoon). He played college football down Glenville State College in West Virginia from 1996-1999. He got a NFL tryouts with the Buffalo Bills and Cardinals, he didn’t make the teams but the experience was greater. He fought amateur for 2 years then went pro in 2010 as a heavyweight. In 2015 his pro boxing career got cut short due to a car accident. His pro career 3-2-1 he felt in his heart to pursue as a coach, since he couldn’t fight anymore.

Wayne Major
Boxing Coach
My name is Wayne Major started boxing back in 2006 at Mr. Robertson’s Altoona Boxing Club began working with Jeremiah Witherspoon (spoon) who was a amateur fighter at the time Mr. Robertson liked my training techniques so I began training Mr. Robertson’s amateurs also since i have worked with countless amateurs trained with Spoon thru his amateur career as well as his pro bouts and also was present thru Spoons transition into his own boxing club Scorchin Boxing.

Marcelino Flores
Boxing Coach
My name is Marcelino Flores. I am 41 years old. I have about 310 amateur flights. I only lost about 25 of those I went pro at the age of 22. I had 5 professional fights and only lost 1. I was golden gloves champion in 1997, 1998, and 1999. I have been training at Scorchin boxing for 3 years and its been nothing but the best. I enjoy how happy people look when they learn new things that they thought they couldn’t do. I also enjoy keeping kids off the street and helping them to realize they can be somebody in life.

Stacey Bassett
Flexibility/Stretching
My name is Stacey Bassett. I am a Boxing and Flexibility/Stretching instructor at Scorchin Boxing Gym.
Ballet/Pointe Instructor with over 30 years of Boxing/Fitness, 6 years Flexibility/Stretching. Flexibility/Stretching are a fundamental aspect for every fighter. I’ve been working with professional and amateurs to improve footwork, coordination, and longevity in their ability to move during a fight. Flexibility is so important for a fighter to be light on their feet and have less injuries. I coach the kids class and teach the value of flexibility and stretching as well.
WE HAVE CLASSES FOR EVERYONE
Our Classes
STUDENTS AND ADULTS CLASS
Lifting, Cardio, Weight Loss, Boxing, Heavy pads, Footwork, Build Confidence. All Regular Classes Monday, Tuesday, Open Gym, Thursday Class, and Saturday Class.
KIDS CLASS 7-12 YEARS OF AGE
A great physical workout as well as hard work and discipline. Our kids boxing classes stress team work as helping children learn to take directions, focus, and lose weight.
OPEN GYM
A great opportunity to work on drills, technique, sparring, cardio and weightlifting.
PRACTICE MAKES PROGRESS
Find Your Flow
The Full Fitness Approach
COMPETITION TRAINING
Individuals looking to compete in professional or amateur competitions will work with our trainers to build their boxing skills and their endurance. Experienced fighters are also welcome to use the gym on their own.
FITNESS TRAINING
Boxing provides a high-intensity workout. An intense one-hour workout can burn up to 1000 calories. Our trainers will teach you boxing techniques while keeping you inspired, and encouraging you to push yourself to the next level.
WORK OFF THOSE WINTER POUNDS!
Your only limit is your mind
Scorchin Boxing trains professionals and amateurs, boxers and individuals looking to get and stay in shape. All of our trainers are skilled professional and amateur trainers with over 40 years of fight experience.
Located in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Scorchin Boxing was established in 2016 by former amateur and pro boxer Jeremiah Witherspoon (Spoon).
We offer TOTAL-BODY CONDITIONING, INTERVAL TRAINING, TECHNICAL TRAINING, WOMEN’S CLASSES, and KIDS CLASSES!
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Address
2900 Beale Ave
Altoona, PA 16602
Contact
Call (814) 660-4928
Email scorchinboxing814@gmail.com