Meet the team

The gym will be operated by four boxing-trained fathers, supported by an administrative team that volunteers their time. All members are DBS checked and possess the necessary training, including safeguarding and First Aid, provided by England Boxing. 

Parents can rest assured that their children are in good hands, as the trainers emphasize the importance of respect, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The gym's commitment to safety and education ensures that all members can train with confidence, knowing they are part of a supportive and nurturing environment





Richard Vassall Head Coach/ Director

Qualifications: Level 1 England Boxing Coach
Level 2 England Boxing Coach


Richard is the founding member of TLS Boxing CIC. He began coaching more than 5 years ago, and specialises in defence and technical drill coaching. He himself trained in Kung Fu from 13 years of age and began boxing with the Metropolitan Police at Trojan Boxing Gym
Daniel McCarthy Assistant Coach/ Director



Daniel started his boxing journey when his son took a liking to boxing, after seeing the interest that his son took, he decided to become a coaching assistant and will be taking his England Level 1 coaching badge later this year. He specialises in Pad work and technical drill work

Wayne Jones Coach

Qualifications: Level 1 England Boxing Coach
level 2 England Boxing Coach 
England Boxing Grade C Judge official
LV2 Fitness and Gym Instructor
LV3 Personal Trainer

Apart from being a Classroom Trainer for London Buses, Wayne competes in White Collar Boxing. He has a brown belt in Martial Arts and is an England Boxing Official. As well as being an admin specialist he specialises in drill sessions, organising boxing events.  


Neelam Singh Coach

Qualifications: Level 1 England Boxing Coach    
England Boxing Grade C Judge official



Neel has been a Boxing Coach Official and became interested in the Boxing scene after taking his Son to another London Boxing gym. He currently works in the pharmaceutical industry and runs a Nursery with his wife. Speciality in pad work and technical drill work


Natasha Thomas Secretary / Director

Natasha is a part of the admin team  She Coordinates and plans classes assist with members and other colleagues. Deals with communications, booking venues, ensuring correct setup and equipment, preparing athlete inductions packs and kit. Responds to incoming calls and email answering. Deals with finance and Funding also.

Volunteering to help with funding applications

 If you would like to volunteer and help the team just pop us an email or call the contact number provided. If you have experience filling out funding applications and are willing to donate your time, please get in contact and we will be grateful for your support.