(June 25th) Legendary Boxing is proud to introduce Legends Academy, a youth development program for boys and girls ages 5–17 that uses the sport of boxing to teach confidence, discipline, leadership, respect, fitness, and character.

With its “No Pressure, No Contact” philosophy, Legends Academy provides a safe, structured, and positive environment where young people can learn valuable life skills while improving their physical and mental well-being.

This is much more than a boxing program. It’s a mentorship program. 

                                                                          (L-R Jarrod Tillinghast & Vinny Paz)  

A confidence-building program. A character-development program designed to help young people become the best version of themselves both inside and outside the gym.

The Academy is led by former undefeated professional boxer and Legendary Boxing founder, Jarrod Tillinghast, alongside an incredible network of supporters from the boxing world.

Throughout the year, students will have opportunities to meet and learn from some of the biggest names in combat sports, including five-time world champion and International Boxing Hall of Famer Vinny Paz, who will be making special guest appearances and sharing lessons from his legendary career.

“I’ve won world titles, fought through adversity, and lived out my dreams in boxing,” Paz said. “But the greatest legacy isn’t what you accomplish in the ring—it’s what you leave behind when you’re done. Legends Academy is about giving young people the confidence, discipline, and belief that boxing gave me. If I can help one kid find their purpose, avoid the mistakes I made, or discover the champion within themselves, then that’s a victory bigger than any title I ever won.”

Legends Academy is also proud to have the support of Celebrity Boxing founder Damon Feldman and the Feldman Brothers, along with professional boxers, Hall of Fame fighters, coaches, and community leaders who believe in investing in the next generation.

The mission is simple: Build confidence. Build character. Build leaders. Because at Legends Academy, we’re not just creating better athletes—we’re helping create better human beings.

LEGENDS AREN’T BORN. THEY’RE BUILT.

Legends Academy is located at 2051 Smith Street in North Providence, Rhode Island. For more information go online at legendaryboxingri.com or call 401.263.6600.