They say that in the early twentieth century, boxing in Cuba was as popular as sugar cane.

Betting dens, the first bare-knuckle fights drew crowds everywhere across the island.

From the 1950s onwards, Cuba's boxing school illuminated the grand Olympic stage.

Because it has its own style, its unique manner, a power and a hunger to win that made it the nation's premier Olympic sport. To understand these distinctive features, you must visit the historic Rafael Trejo gymnasium, and take part in a training session, under real conditions to immerse yourself in these particular techniques of authentic Cuban boxing.

This training, offered by Olympic specialists, will allow you to master the fundamentals through a group session with fellow students.