Our Coaches

Learn how to fight well and stay in excellent condition by coming to us for one-on-one boxing training in Clearwater, FL. At Clearwater Boxing Center, all of our coaches have years of real boxing training. Our highly experienced boxing personal trainers know the most effective way to help you achieve your goals and become a better fighter. Visit our facility for more information about our classes.

Ron Valicoff

For more than 40 years, Ron Valicoff has trained in various styles of martial arts, such as karate, tae kwon do, kickboxing, and boxing. His main belief as both fighter and coach is that any and all success—whether it is in the ring or in life—comes from mastering the basics.

Since taking over as owner of the former Dunedin Boxing Club, Ron has produced several champion fighters and changed the course of many, many more lives in the process.

Career Highlights

  • 1972 Trained in Traditional Karate
  • 1975 Began training in Kickboxing
  • 1981 Light Heavy Weight Amateur Boxer
  • 1981 Professional Kick Boxer
  • 1982 Brown Belt Karate
  • 1997 2nd Place Tough Man Contest
  • 2000 USA Certified Boxing Coach
  • 2006 Owner Dunedin Boxing Club
  • 2008 Owner Clearwater Fitness and Boxing Center

Zach Valicoff

As a talented upcoming young fighter, Zach severely injured his shoulder, requiring surgery and substantial rehab. Although his career came to an early end, his passion for the sport of boxing continued to grow. Today, you can find Zach as one of the coaches here at Clearwater Boxing, teaching classes, holding mitts, and helping fighters prepare for their bout.

  • 12 Years of Boxing Experience
  • Certified USA Boxing Coach

Cherry Putulin

  • Registered Nurse for 20 Years
  • Former Amateur Boxer and Kick Boxer
  • Level One USA Boxing Trainer and Coach
  • AFAA Personal Fitness Trainer

Houston Newell

  • Open Division USA Boxer and Certified USA Coach

Contact us for more information about our highly trained and experienced coaches. We proudly offer our classes for those throughout Clearwater, FL, and the surrounding areas.