Coaching People To Freedom.

I have been very privileged over the last 10 years to be in positions of employment or running my own businesses where I have been responsible for mentoring employees for role specific roles, as well as coaching in the fitness industry.

My passion is coaching people, motivating them, empowering them to realise their true potential, as I look to inspire them to feed their inner flame. I have have always loved nothing more than seeing others develop, progress and succeed, we all have different definitions of success.

Were you told to spend £30k on a degree, get a job, work hard, buy a home, pay your bills and… Not much else!

You slowly realised that you wanted more than this…

You looked at others and felt different in some way, you wanted to push against the grain, create impact in some way, and feel like you’re contributing to something other than just somebody else’s bank balance.

When we look within and bring our full potential into awareness.

Let me help you feed your inner flame!

Contact me today for a free discovery call.

Marc.

marc@marcsmith.co

COACHING ROB.

5 weeks ago I was introduced to a very enthusiastic, keen energetic man who wanted to learn to box, a family man who I am sure one of his reasons to do this is to make his family even more proud of him than they already are. His name is Rob and not only is it is his desire to learn to box, but it was his dream to compete in his home town, a very big ask many would think, Rob you see is an above the knee amputee.

I knew instantly that I wanted to make this dream of Robs a reality as I have always been an absolute admirer and supporter of individuals who want to achieve, want to prove others wrong and show what can be done if we totally dedicate ourselves and believe in what we can do, in doing so achieve their goals.

Last week I introduced Rob to the WBC Cares UK team in Brighton who are now operating the newly launched Wheelchair boxing, safer boxing programme. Rob spent an evening with wheelchair boxing trainers Luiz Faye and Chris Middleton, he was also introduced to the former British and Commonwealth Heavyweight boxing Champion and Chairman of the WBC Cares UK Scott Welch. Rob received introductory training whilst in a wheel chair, he learned how to handle a wheelchair inside a boxing ring and the process of being able to move himself into the positions required to be able to throw his punches as if in a boxing competition, it was inspirational just to see this, watching Rob along with other keen to learn boxers getting to grips with boxing from a wheelchair was quite something to be proud of.

Rob this week begun his training camp being coached by myself on a one to one basis at New Era Gym in Bournemouth. The training will be hard, it will be demanding and it will be at times very frustrating, but the end goal will be rewarding and an experience that Rob will never forget and neither will all those who get to watch this warrior box and display what he has learned.

Rob is a true inspiration, he is totally dedicated, positive and hungry to learn the skills he will require to box on the 28th March and it will be for me to ensure he is ready, as Robs coach I will need to be sure that Rob understands, learns and proves to me he is competent to take on this challenge.

For me, I coach people for a living and I love what I do, whether it be in a gym or mindfulness, coaching Rob is as I see it such a privilege, coaching a man who refuses to let any disabilities restrict him from learning a sport he loves and has a dream to compete in is totally energising for me.

Rob now has a tough training regime for him to undertake, which will comprise of him learning all of the offensive and very importantly defensive techniques and skills he must have to allow him to enter the ring on the 28th March, he also has a training regime to build on his fitness and stamina, of which will need to be the very best they can be to complete his preparation. Rob will be boxing on the Box Beats Cancer Charity boxing show which will be taking place at The Royal Bath in Bournemouth on the 28th March, this is raising funds for Youth Cancer Trust and is all as a result of the time and effort put into making it happen by Stella Payne and Derek Smith, without them the show would not be happening.

As the training commences, the emphasis will always be on safety of the boxer and that will never be compromised.

Coaching Rob, the journey continues.

SUPPORTING BOX BEATS CANCER, MARCH 2020.

I am really pleased to be supporting Box Beats Cancer, this show is being put on by Youth Cancer Trust and Priory No6 Hair•Beauty•Tattoos, my part in this is that I have committed to train the men and woman who sign up and wish to take part in this what is sure to be a great evening, it will be 8 weeks of training and aimed at people who have never boxed before or very limited experience.

Box Beats Cancer, white collar boxing event will be held on March the 28th at the The Royal Bath Hotel

If you want to sponsor the event or any of the fighters - contact Stella Payne stella@prioryno6.com and she will be more than happy to help with any info....

Here is a clip on just one of the many beautiful people Youth Cancer Trust have helped.

https://youtu.be/u3gPv4cFduE

Thank you and if YOU want to be considered for the show feel free to contact me direct.

Thank you 

WBC CARES VISIT TO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL TO GIVE GIFTS AND MEET PARENTS

As part of the great work the WBC Cares do throughout the year, WBC Cares do a vast amount of things to spread some good in all communities, all around the world.

Recently we spent a day visiting a sick kids hospital in Cancun where some of the children were so tired and sick that they could barely smile. Along with some of boxing finest, Shawn Porter, Badoue Jack, Scott Welch, Erica Farias to name just some of the champions that visited the hospital, we took along sports tops, caps, footballs, toys and gave them to the children, met with their parents and

It was so great to see so many champions present to hand out the presents and provide an encouraging smile to the children.

I always find myself feeling overwhelmed visiting those far less fortunate and also feeling like it is never enough, however if everyone does a little bit and if we can do at least something for one person, it makes the biggest difference to those who appreciate it the most.

Also it was great to meet the amazing staff, doctors and nurses that work day in day out to look after these little warriors!

Fantastic work on the part of the WBC and the WBC Cares.

World Boxing Council

#fighters #wbccares #fighterscare #benevolence #community #championsatwork #thechampishere #communityprograms #atriskyouth #sickkids #cancersucks

"SAY NO TO KNIVES"

Saying “NO” to knives was the message and reason for a very special recent evening in Bournemouth. The Evening which boasted an impressive line up guest speakers, Big Joe Egan, former Heavyweight boxing champion and Mike Tyson’s former sparring partner, Scott Welch, former British and Commonwealth Heavyweight boxing champion and WBC Cares UK Chairman, professional boxer Chris Billam Smith and WBC Cares ambassador Marc Smith were all together for one night to take questions from a full house of captivated audience.

Also in attendance a number of local amateur boxers, the very inspiring athlete Kate Farley, a remarkable, very charming female boxer who has cerebral palsy, despite this absolutely does not let it get in her way, training very hard to learn the art of boxing.also Brett White of Poole ABC who was a key part to making the event possible with all his support and time he gave up for event planning.

The evening was a fantastic uplifting experience, lots of laughs as Joe Egan delivered some of his funny one liners and shared some great stories. There were some very emotional moments also as Joe talked of his very dear friend, recently a fatal victim of a brutal knife attack, each guest spoke of how they had been effected by the increasing problem on our streets of knives.

Marc Smith talked about the problems faced more locally in Bournemouth area and experiences he has encountered throughout his 25 years in the security industry, an industry that means being confronted with such situations far more than most in society,

It was a great privilege having Scott Welch along, the amazing work he does by way of the WBC Cares UK is remarkable, so it was great to have his input on the evening and extra special for boxing fans who were not expecting Scott to be in attendance.

The evening was all made possible thanks to the hospitality of Roxy’s Bistro Bar, who were very kind to hold the evening in their fine restaurant area.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and the guests speakers who gave up their time to talk about such an important cause, a lot of really constructive ideas were discussed on how to combat knife crime, naturally a very emotive subject and a battle that not be won any time soon, but we can make a difference, it will take time and it wont be easy but it can be done and lives can and must be saved.

Want to learn to box?

Have you always wanted to box?

Boxing is a whole lot more than just throwing punches, its a progression which covers, Stance, Footwork, Striking, Combinations, Defences, Strength and Conditioning, Boxing Fitness and Advanced Boxing Techniques.

It doesn't matter if you have never boxed before you will learn the art of boxing in a professional, friendly environment.

Contact me today and lets get your gloved up, feeling fitter, growing in confidence and learning one of the most purest sports there is.

And maybe, just maybe you could be the next Anthony Joshua.

Marc

07957 897205

A Christmas Evening With ....

Roxy's Bistro Bar Christmas edition - Thursday 20th December.

I am really happy to be alongside these local, accomplished athletes, Matty Legg, Shaun Smith and Jay Knox for the Christmas edition Evening with, it will be great to sit alongside these guys and answer a few more questions and myself listen to and learn more about the these guys experiences, each of these guys have some very interesting stories to tell.

This event will be a full on festive evening and black tie event, so you all get to dress up, our favourite MC Benny will be back and rocking his bow tie and mic once more.

Please get your table booked with Roxy's Bistro Bar if you would like to enjoy a delicious meal on the night, it really will be a lovely night

This night absolutely will be a packed house, so do not be late for this one to avoid disappointment, the evening will be supporting WBC Cares UK and the initiative to help the homeless.

When the interviews have been done and the food had been enjoyed, dont disappear, Roxy's is open to late so we turn up the Wham and the party begins.

See you on December 20th.

#mas #roxys #shaunsmith #mattylegg #christmasparty #itschritmas #blacktie

You are invited to a Christmas get together on Thursday 20th December at Roxy's.

After a great night at Roxy's Bistro Bar​ last month we are inviting people along to our Christmas evening with on Thursday 20th December.

Thank you again everyone that attended the last one.

I have been asked to to some more Question and Answer, but this time I will be joined by The Original: Jay Knox​, Shaun Smith​ and local professional boxer Matty Legg and of course our MC Big Ben Higton​.

We do love a Roxy's Evening with 😍

#roxys #eveningwith #mas #shaunsmith #jayknox #mattylegg

A great night spent with an awesome audience.

A fantastic evening speaking to an awesome audience at Roxy’s Bistro bar in Bournemouth. I was very grateful to be invited along to talk about my career, life experiences so far and there have been some pretty interesting ones. It was also great to receive so much interest in the projects I am currently involved in, as well as the fantastic charities I am supporting.

It was great to take questions from everyone that come along, it was such a great night that after two hours solid, I could of talked for another two hours.

A huge thank you to the Roxy’s management, Ben, the MC and man with the questions, Joey, our photographer for the night and of course a full house that attended, it truly was a great night and one that I will be doing all over again as there is still so much more to tell you all.

Simply a great night!

xXx

A conversation with Marc Smith at Roxys, Thursday 25th October.

I am excited to have been invited by Roxy's Bistro Baron Thursday 25th of October to talk a little bit about myself, my 25 years in the security industry, the good and the bad experiences, also talk about some of the very exciting people I have and continue to work with, familiar faces you may indeed know and how the collaborations come about, there have been too many to list here.

I’ve had and continue to live a life that I don’t take for granted, I’ve met, worked with, worked for and enjoyed great times with very many remarkable people, some of which have become good friends.

I’m very grateful and pretty humbled to have even been asked and invited along so please come along, it’s free entry but space is limited, we call it intimate.

I want to take the opportunity to support the WBC Cares UK whom do amazing acts of kindness for children or people that need the help all around the world, we are this year looking at an initiative to help the homeless in Bournemouth, so hopefully on the night donations or ideas can be put forward.

Please come along on Thursday 25th October, I’m looking forward very much to the evening 🤗

#mas #roxys #thur25th #upclose #personal #supportingwbccaresuk

An Evening with on Thursday 25th October.

Following two fantastic evenings with at Roxy’s Bistro Bar in Bournemouth over the last couple months.

We were delighted to recently host an evening with local boxing and thai boxing champion Denise Castle, a remarkable lady who the fans and people in the room truly loved listening to and getting their photos with as well as her WBC World Title belt.

Earlier this month we also had a great evening with our guest Jay Knox, the founder or Fight Star Pro wrestling, another well attended, well recieved evening where the 15 years experienced wrestling champion Jay talked about his career and entertained the room.

So what next?

Please keep Thursday 25th October free as we have our next Evening with at Roxys.

Details COMING SOON!

WBC Boxing Academy off to a great start.

What a fantastic night at Poole WBC Boxing Academy as we welcome some brand new faces and meet some new friends.

On just session three of our academy we had a really good attendance, looking to learn to box.

Everyone that attended come along with an open mind, a mind to listen, understand and learn and that they did. What we do is drill the basics and practise safer boxing, we are not here to seek and destroy, we are here to enjoy.

If last night is anything to go by we are going to have a amazing academy that is going to grow and grow into something very special.

What a great evening for Poole WBC Boxing Academy.

Well done everyone that has already taken that first step and is with us.

Enjoy!