The Good Life – March-April 2020

WRITTEN BY: KRISSY NESS • PHOTOS BY: URBAN TOAD MEDIA
Barbot Boxing, formerly Red River Golden Gloves, has
been a staple in Fargo-Moorhead for nearly a decade.
Operating as a U.S.A. boxing member Barbot Boxing
strives to train students with no experience up to
seasoned pros.
"We have had three different pro fighters that we have
developed right here," said owner and coach Jesse
Barbot.
While some students join boxing as a competitive sport,
others join for self-defense and exercise; some even box
as a way to train for other sports. Boxing can help with
balance, weight distribution, and conditioning.
"One thing I think people may be surprised to hear is
that it is not an intimidating atmosphere," exclaimed
Barbot. "It is very welcoming."
I visited Barbot Boxing and I have to say it is one of
the cleanest and least threatening gyms I have been to.
Often you find hardcore athletes stalking around the
gym and that can be off-putting, but there is a sense
of calmness and ease when you enter Barbot Boxing.
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