I've had the pleasure of knowing Danny for over 20 years. During this time, I received valuable insights and guidance into improving my boxing technique. Danny also worked as my strength and conditioning coach using his famed weights gym to improve my physical and mental conditioning to new peak levels.
What we should all look for in a coach is to be trained by someone with experience, something only time can buy. As a former boxing champion, Danny will bring valuable lessons that will help pair your exercise workouts to improving your life. He does this in his unique ability to motivate and drive you to ultimately change your life for the better.
I started training with Danny when I was 14 and have been good friends for 13 years. I was a shy, quiet kid and massively overweight, but he invested a lot of time and effort in getting me into great shape both physically and mentally, over time, with hard training. He cornered me for all my fights, and with his help and guidance, I became a Southern and Eastern Counties Champion. Danny is a good friend and an even better coach. I would recommend him to anyone as he can teach to any age and ability.
Danny's coaching ability is second to none, and I say that as a man who has competed for civilian boxing clubs and the Army. He knows exactly how to instruct various ages and experiences. His vast boxing knowledge becomes evident when he is able to produce multiple top-class boxers from different age groups. Both in and out of the boxing gym, Danny is incredibly charismatic and knowledgeable. When it comes to boxing, Danny has a breadth of knowledge that is immense. He was a talented boxer himself and is still very fit and athletic, and this shows in his skill and dexterity when holding the pads. He also has the expertise and experience to instruct and advise in the broader aspects of boxing and fitness, such as nutrition and strength training. Dan has helped me in many ways growing up, and I was lucky to have someone like him as a role model. When I boxed with Dan, he used to take me to top-class amateur boxing gyms and professional clubs that he trained at personally. You could visibly see his pride when something he taught me finally clicked or I did well in sparring or won a fight. He is undoubtedly one of the best coaches in the business.
I've known Danny since he was 18 years old at our boxing gym, the Golden ring. He was full of energy and interested in many subjects, a talented boxer who won various boxing championships and was always a popular character. In later years we coached together at Danny's white-collar session's. My 38 years of boxing and coaching experience teamed with Danny's talent and energy proved formidable and led to us hosting many successful boxing shows. Dan is a good friend, a family man and a respected coach in the industry. I wish him every success in his future, which I'm sure will be positive and productive.
I always wanted to learn how to box and get as fit as a 40-year-old can! However, having only been training with Dan for a short time, I love the lessons and feel fitter than ever. He's got a good knack for teaching and understands everyone learns differently, and He is very enthusiastic for everyone regardless of skill or experience.
Just a few words to thank you for training me for my last fight. I'm getting on a bit and just wanted one last throw at the dice. I lost about 7 kilos with you training me. As you know, I've been around boxing my whole life, and you showed me new technics to add to my game, and more to the point, your training methods got me very fit to win the fight. On top of that, the best thing I've made a top friend; absolute top man.
Danny is a great coach who is passionate about boxing. When I attended his classes, he supported me a lot, developing my technique and encouraging me to push myself further. Danny helped me a lot during my fights, being in my corner and offering invaluable advice. I'd highly recommend Danny if you're looking for a top boxing coach.
I've had lessons with Danny regularly on a one to one basis in the past, and I can attest to the fact that he's an excellent trainer and has in-depth knowledge of the skills in boxing. I know he comes from a successful competitive amateur boxing background. He's an excellent all-round trainer who will get you fighting fit - whether you want to improve on your technical skills or just want to get in shape for the summer!
I have some amateur boxing experience, and I can say Dan is one of the best trainers I've ever come across. He focuses on your footwork, technique and weaknesses whilst keeping your fitness up with his pad work drills and workouts.
Danny was my first boxing coach and moulded me into the style and fighter I am today. He improved my technical ability significantly, pushing me to give it my best and no half-hearted work! Taking me for sparring to the other gyms and being in my corner, he showed me what I could really do in that ring. Also, one of, if not the best pad man I've had the pleasure of teaching me, always fitting to any persons fighting style, Dan can and will improve you. And, of course, a top bloke all round. He's everything you'd want and desire in a great coach. I've been very grateful to know Danny and have been coached by him since I was a young lad, and look forward to training with him again in the future! I highly recommend Danny as a coach to anyone wanting to get in shape, learn the art of boxing, or improve their experience and up their game as a fighter/boxer. You won't be disappointed.
I first started learning to box with Danny In 2014.
While under Danny's wing, I gained a great deal of boxing understanding and technical proficiency, as well as the ability to think strategically in the ring.
I most enjoyed the pad work, where I feel I most improved my footwork, found my striking range and sharpness.
I also went on to compete in a white-collar event for charity, and for that, he got me in absolutely fantastic shape.
I will be going back with my son for training together soon, and I literally can't wait.
It is no exaggeration to say that meeting Danny changed my son Josh's life for the better. Danny's coaching style gave Josh the confidence he'd been lacking, and he went on to join the Army and now boxes for them. This wouldn't have happened without Danny's support, encouragement, and belief in Josh, who saw Danny as the father figure he'd never had and a role model to look up to. We now consider him and his wife close family friends.
Danny is a fantastic coach who instils focus, self-motivation and determination. Danny will push you but, more importantly, make you feel like the most confident person around; training with Danny is the best decision I have made. The focus and determination I have been taught during the sessions have greatly impacted my personal life, improving me greatly. In addition, the discipline I have learnt has made me a better all-around individual. I cannot recommend Danny highly enough! Change your life today.
I found Danny an excellent coach and teacher. Coming from a bodybuilding background, I had plenty of power but little ability when it came to boxing. Danny was a fantastic coach, explained everything in a way that was fun and easy to understand, and very quickly helped me reach my goals.
Danny has come a long way since we used to spar as kids with bag mits on in his garage in 1994. He had a real passion for the sport and applied himself 100% as he does with everything, even back then. The technical side of the sweet science has been meticulously enriched over the years to mould the perfect coach, whatever your level. From keeping fit to high-level competition, I know you won't find a better, more well-rounded teacher. With the passion that literally pours out of him combined with the technical ability, you'll know you're in the hands of an expert that will get you where you need to be and well beyond!
I have been playing high-level Rugby since I can remember; sadly, I had to retire due to injury. But as we all know, being so embedded in the world of sport, you can never fully shut it off—especially the coaching and being pushed to the limits of your ability. For me, having that mental boost and an hour out of my regular working routine is crucial. So along came Danny! I have never found a coach or sport that has been as beneficial to me as Rugby until Danny introduced me to boxing. His knowledge and ability to help you understand the intricate technical aspect while getting an intense workout are exceptional. I'm fully sold on boxing and looking to now get my amateur card with Danny.
Playing football my whole life, I was at loose ends when injury forced me to quit. Not knowing how to fill that void, I was introduced to boxing/fitness coach Danny Harkins in 2008. When you meet Danny, the first trait you get is how friendly, welcoming, and professional Danny is. Add to that his high-quality boxing coaching with a strong technical focus. His knowledge is second to none, always adding great tough workouts, leaving you feeling energised. The other thing I love, which gives you a real rush, is his place's very authentic "boxing gym" atmosphere. To sum up, considering all the points mentioned above, I am still with him today… totally forgot about those many years of football, now replaced with boxing.
Hi Danny, it's a pleasure for me to have trained with you. As well as the physical training and techniques you supported me with warm-up, pads, shadow boxing, skipping and general boxing skills, you were really supportive with ensuring discipline towards training and the nutritional input when I was in your gym. I would highly recommend Danny and his training sessions. They made a massive difference to my family and me, with whom I shared all the ongoing learning.
Danny is the best one to one coach for anyone who wishes to achieve their fitness goals. I have been taught all the core skills of boxing, including footwork, head movement, and keypunches by Danny. Although I have done some form of fitness and training throughout my life, Danny has taken my fitness and endurance to new heights with the training sessions provided and advising me on nutrition. Although dropping weight and being lighter, I can produce more power, which is simply down to the power-producing exercises that the training sessions encompass. I want to say a big thank you to Danny for helping me achieve my health and fitness goals. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to generally get fit, increase stamina and endurance, learn boxing or even get into great shape.
I've boxed for years and trained with many different coaches at various gyms and can vouch that Danny is as good as they come. When Danny first took me on the pads, It was just so different; he had so much knowledge and experience, taught me so much more and gave me a huge confidence boost. Not only is Danny one of the best coaches out there he's also a friend now. He's an excellent coach that's focused on his client's 100%. If you show willingness, he will build you and your confidence to a different level, not just in the gym setting but also in general life tasks we all face every day. I highly recommend Danny to anyone wanting to become the best version of themselves possible.
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