Media | Peninsula Boxing Academy | Newport News, VA


Watch videos, explore boxing highlights, and learn more about the history and training at Peninsula Boxing Academy in Newport News, VA.

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Experience Peninsula Boxing Academy in Action

Seeing boxing in action is one of the best ways to understand what makes Peninsula Boxing Academy unique. Our media gallery showcases our training environment, student development, coaching philosophy, and the rich history behind our academy.

From youth boxing classes and advanced training sessions to historic footage featuring Executive Director Master Otis M. Hooper, these videos highlight our commitment to developing champions both inside and outside the ring.

Whether you're considering joining our academy or simply want to learn more about our programs, we invite you to explore our collection of videos and media.

Historic Boxing Footage Featuring Master Otis M. Hooper

Long before founding Peninsula Boxing Academy, Master Otis M. Hooper built an impressive career in martial arts and professional boxing.

Known to many as "Super Hoop," Otis Hooper transitioned from professional karate into professional boxing during the late 1970s. His experience inside the ring helped shape the coaching philosophy that continues to guide Peninsula Boxing Academy today.

Our collection includes archival footage from his professional boxing career, offering a unique opportunity to see the skill, determination, and athleticism that established his reputation as a respected competitor and instructor.

Featured videos include:

  • Otis "Super Hoop" Hooper – Spring 1978 – Boxing 3
  • Historic professional boxing footage from the late 1970s
  • Archival highlights from Master Hooper's competitive career

These recordings preserve an important part of the academy's history and reflect the decades of experience our students benefit from every day.

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Training Videos

Our training videos provide a closer look at what students experience during classes at Peninsula Boxing Academy.

Watch our coaches work with students of all ages while teaching:

  • Proper boxing fundamentals
  • Footwork and movement
  • Punch combinations
  • Defensive techniques
  • Conditioning exercises
  • Speed and agility drills
  • Heavy bag training
  • Competition preparation

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced boxer, our structured approach emphasizes proper technique, discipline, and continuous improvement.

Youth Boxing in Action


Our youth program focuses on much more than athletic development.

Every class is designed to create a positive learning environment where children can develop valuable life skills while enjoying the sport of boxing.

Parents often tell us that the confidence and discipline their children develop inside the gym carry over into school, home, and other activities.

Watch young athletes build:

  • Confidence
  • Discipline
  • Respect
  • Leadership
  • Coordination
  • Physical fitness
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Competitive Boxing

For athletes pursuing amateur competition, Peninsula Boxing Academy provides advanced instruction designed to prepare students for success inside the ring.

Our media gallery showcases advanced training sessions that focus on:

  • Technical boxing skills
  • Ring strategy
  • Conditioning
  • Defensive movement
  • Sparring preparation
  • Competition readiness

These videos demonstrate the level of coaching and dedication that helps athletes continue progressing toward their goals.

Call (757) 869-5300 today to schedule your first class and discover why Peninsula Boxing Academy is more than just a boxing gym.

Featured Videos

Watch some of our featured videos to learn more about Peninsula Boxing Academy and Master Otis M. Hooper's boxing journey.

We encourage prospective students and families to explore these videos to gain a better understanding of our coaching philosophy, training environment, and the values that define Peninsula Boxing Academy.


See the Difference for Yourself

The videos featured on this page tell the story of a boxing academy dedicated to helping students reach their full potential through discipline, education, and hard work.

Whether you're interested in youth boxing, adult fitness, or competitive training, we invite you to visit Peninsula Boxing Academy, meet our coaches, and experience our programs firsthand.

Contact us today to learn more or schedule your first class.

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