CHRIS Hitching first got into boxing through his son.

Chris explained: “My son had no confidence and I took him to the gym to give him some structure.

“The change of scenery really helped my son.

“It’s not about boxing, it’s about fitness, structure and interacting with different people.”

Chris hopes to now give something back to others, and has an open invitation for people to come to the gym and give boxing a try.

Chris said: “I love Petersfield and I love the people in the town.

“If there are any young guys and girls in a similar situation to my son they are welcome to come to the gym, meet new people and keep active.

“If people really enjoy it we can take the boxing further if they want.”

Anyone who is interested in having a go at the boxing gym can e-mail [email protected]