Former England junior Rep boxer. Sport science graduate & qualified England boxing coach.

Find out more about Albes

• What age did you start playing sport? Tell us about this time or moment in your life.

  Before the age of 12, sports weren't really on my radar. That changed the moment I walked into a boxing gym for the first time. Boxing immediately gave me a sense of direction, focus, and discipline that I hadn't found anywhere else. What started as a new outlet quickly transformed into a life-defining path, taking me from a kid with no background in athletics to an elite-level competitor.

• What are your favourite sports; those that you practice at a high level, a simple hobby, and a sport that you'd still like to discover?

  * High Level: Boxing is my core discipline and primary expertise—it is the only sport I have practiced and competed in at an elite, international standard.
  * Simple Hobby: I’ve recently taken up tennis. It’s a fantastic way to stay active, refine my footwork, and enjoy a different style of competition without the intensity of contact sports.
  * To Discover: I would love to explore gymnastics. The body control, core strength, and spatial awareness required in gymnastics are incredible, and I’m fascinated by how those physical attributes transfer to overall athletic performance.

• What gives you the motivation and passion to pursue your sport?

  To put it simply: I love the raw combat and strategy of fighting, and boxing is the ultimate avenue for that. Beyond the physical battle, the sport demands absolute presence, resilience, and mental sharpness. The constant challenge of mastering the craft and pushing past my physical limits is what keeps my passion alive every single day.

• Do you have a sporting achievement that you're particularly proud of?

  My proudest achievement was earning the opportunity to represent England as a youth athlete. Wearing the national colors on an international stage was a validation of years of hard work, relentless training, and sacrifices. It proved to me that dedication truly pays off at the highest levels.

• How have your achievements and challenges made you a better sportsperson?

  Proving myself in high-stakes competitions and maintaining the strict consistency required to stay at the top taught me lessons that extend far beyond the ring. Facing tough opponents and overcoming grueling training camps builds resilience, humility, and emotional regulation. These experiences don't just shape you into a better athlete—they forge character and make you a better person overall.

• If you had to go for a jog with a famous athlete, who would you choose? And what questions would you ask them?

  I would choose Muhammad Ali. Beyond his unmatched charisma and ring brilliance, I would want to ask him about his mental fortitude:
  * "How did you maintain such unwavering self-belief and psychological strength when facing intense adversity, both inside and outside the ring?"
  * "When physical exhaustion set in during deep championship rounds, what internal conversation pushed you to keep going?"

• How do you help people stay motivated?

  I believe motivation is temporary—it comes and goes. What actually drives long-term consistency is enjoyment and human connection. I design my sessions to be engaging and challenging, but most importantly, I focus on building a genuine personal connection with each client. Fitness and sports are as much psychological and social as they are physical. When people feel understood and actually enjoy the environment you build for them, showing up becomes a habit rather than a chore.

• What makes you a Superprof in sports?

  What sets me apart as a coach is my ability to break down complex, technical fight movements into simple, intuitive concepts that anyone can grasp—from complete beginners to experienced athletes. Combined with deep patience, empathy, and real-world experience competing at the national level, I create a supportive environment where students build authentic skill, confidence, and discipline at their own pace.