Our

Programs

More than boxing - building character, confidence, and community.

ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

Boxer wearing a red sleeveless shirt with a logo, shouting with his mouth open, standing close to a referee or trainer in a black shirt, against a dark background with overhead lights.

Ali Conde 176 Lbs El Maestro’s Elite Ring Master Champion 2026

We help dedicated athletes reach the next level through discipline, mentorship, and competitive experience.

  • Amateur boxing competition

  • Tournament & event participation

  • Athlete development & advancement

  • Building champions with inside and outside the ring.

Community-First Approach

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Reliability You Can Count On

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A Focus on Development

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Community-First Approach · Reliability You Can Count On · A Focus on Development ·

K.O. BULLYING

Youth Anti-Bullying Program

A group of people, including children and adults, wearing yellow shirts, standing inside a boxing gym with a boxing ring and flags in the background.

Retired Bronx Supreme Court Justice Hon. Fernando Tapia speaking with youth during El Maestro K.O. Bullying Program

Our K.O. Bullying program uses boxing, mentorship, discipline, and leadership training to help youth build confidence, resolve conflict, and stand against bullying..

  • Anti-bullying awareness for youth ages 7-12.

  • Confidence building through teamwork & discipline.

  • Guest speakers & community mentors.

  • Safe place for youth development.

YOUTH BOXING

A group of people, including young martial artists with medals and coaches, poses on green bleacher seats inside a gymnasium after a boxing competition. The then coaches and trainers are standing behind the young athletes, some of whom are sitting or standing with medals, in front of banners advertising fitness and security services.

Team El Maestro athletes and coaches during competition travel in Moca, Puerto Rico.

We provide structured boxing training for all skill levels.
From beginners to competitive athletes, our program builds technical skills, discipline, and Confidence.

  • Fundamentals & technical training.

  • Fitness, conditioning, & strength.

  • Amateur competition pathway

  • Building confidence inside and outside the ring.

MENTORSHIP & LEADERSHIP

Founder of Centro Cultural y Educativo El Maestro Inc. Prof. Fernando Ponce Laspina with Beyond Boxing alumni. 

Our mentors guide youth through life lessons, accountability, and character building.

  • Group and one -on-one mentorship

  • Life skills & character building.

  • Leadership & responsibility

  • Positive role models and support.

  • In partnership with Beyond Boxing click here to learn more.

CULTURAL & COMMUNITY

Colorful mural on a building wall depicting a Puerto Rican scene with a boxer, a woman in traditional dress, tropical plants, flowers, water, and mountains.
Exterior mural honoring Puerto Rican culture, boxing & history at El Maestro Boxing Gym in the South Bronx. Art by Carlo Rovina.

Centro Cultural y Educativo El Maestro Inc. preserves and celebrates Puerto Rican culture through community engagement, cultural education, art, history, and neighborhood events.

  • Puerto Rican cultural celebrations.

  • Community events, art, & holiday drives.

  • Family engagement & neighborhood support

  • History, heritage & identity.

  • Mural by Carlo Rovina .

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

A diverse group of young people gathered in a casual, indoor community space, with some seated around a table and others standing. The room has yellow and gray walls, various posters, photographs, and artworks, with stairs leading to an upper level. A person standing appears to be speaking or leading a discussion, while others listen attentively.
Centro Cultural y Educativo El Maestro Inc. in partnership with
 Beyond Boxing

We work closely with youth and families to encourage discipline, responsibility, school accountability, and positive decision-making

  • Parent communication & support.

  • Goal setting and personal growth.

  • Emotional support.

  • Community knowledge.