Train like a boxer

Our program helps young people get the fitness and socioemotional benefits of boxing, without the risks of sparring.*

Activities include:

Running and high-intensity interval training

Bag work with heavy bags, speed bags, and more

Pad work with coaches

Shadowboxing

Strength training and conditioning

Research shows that this training offers substantial fitness benefits, including:

Full-body strength and muscle toning

Improved cardiovascular health and endurance

Weight loss

Enhanced coordination and agility

Significant stress reduction and improved mental focus

*Sparring is available only to youth who register with a USA Boxing athlete membership and are supervised by registered coaches.

  • “It’s clear the ADI staff truly care about the kids and their growth—not just in boxing, but in discipline and mindset too.”

    ADI Parent

  • "You guys spoil us- you give us water ice, let us do what we want, and it makes us feel amazing."

    ADI Camper

  • “This program showed that humanity can transcend the hatred and systemic racism espoused all around us. The support, kindness, and discipline required of the kids spoke louder than words. My sons loved it.”

    ADI Parent

  • “My child came home excited to talk about her day. After such a rough school year, I’m so happy she was able to find an environment where she’s comfortable. The self-defense skills she learned were a bonus.”

    ADI Parent

  • “Thank you for providing this service. It's great to get my son out of the house and off the screen. He is doing something positive and safe.”

    ADI Parent

What makes ADI different from other out-of-school time programs?

We are community-driven.

Our founder Maleek Jackson is a community builder who created ADI in direct response and partnership with the communities he comes from. Families trust us and seek our support because we are collaborative and responsive to their needs. They find us through friends, family, and neighbors, and because of those strong social ties, we are constantly over-subscribed without ever needing to advertise.

8 year old girl and boxing coach look at each other and smile

We respect young people.

Every member of our team has deep admiration for the kids and teens we work with. We show love and respect openly, and it is often reciprocated. Our youth show up with strength, creativity, and leadership – we’re just helping create space for that to grow. They have a say in our program design, feel seen, and are empowered to contribute their perspectives and ideas.  Financial incentives aren’t required to convince youth to spend time with us.

We work with youth impacted by gun violence— not defined by it.

About half of our young people have been directly affected by gun violence. We understand that gun violence is a systemic problem deeply rooted in societal inequities and historical trauma, rather than isolated acts of individual malice. Our job is to empower young people as agents of change and provide them with the resources to create safer, more resilient communities.