Tigran B.

Josh (CoachUp client)

Coach T gave me the coaching I was looking for. He's knowledgeable, motivating, and accommodating with scheduling. I went in knowing nothing about boxing other than it was a challenge, now I see Coach T twice a week and I leave feeling accomplished.
Thanks Coach Tigran.

-Aaron U. (Testimonial)

A short time ago I was looking for a new workout as I grew tired of the 24 Fitness and crossfit gyms of the world (I’m super picky). I chose boxing knowing it offered the high intensity aerobic activity I desired. Plus, the addition of self defense provided another dimension that was equally appealing. After searching around I found Tigran at RSU. After our first training session it was obvious that Tigran possessed all the skills and knowledge required to provide boxing instruction (I still email him with questions about workouts, boxing, and other fighting styles). The sessions were well thought out and tailored to my goals and abilities. A progression-based routine was used that challenged me and my body. He has a system. Tigran combined the drills and routines you see real fighters use. This included sparring sessions which provided intense workouts and are the greatest teaching forum. That’s something you might not find in other gyms, especially the franchise-based ones. Tigran is a professional and inspirational trainer that you will thank after each session. Even though I was exhausted, I always looked forward to the next session. Through his direction and instruction I was transformed. I lost weight, built muscle, and increased my endurance. Just as important, I learned to fight/box. Quite honestly, I was in the best shape of my life (I was 41 years old at the time). My confidence was at an all time high. That’s what happens when you get one-on-one instruction with a great coach. I wish I found boxing years ago. Your age and stature (I’m 6’3”) don’t matter. Also, if you don’t want to go into professional boxing that’s perfectly fine too. If you do, that’s great. Tigran is equipped to provide the training you want. What matters is your commitment and work ethic. Whatever you bring, he will match it with his instruction. With regards to RSU, it’s the type of gym without the flash of the others. It’s packed with knowledgeable and experienced trainers who are there for the students/members. After moving from Washington (to Portland) I joined a franchise gym. It was disappointing. Most instructors there do a little of everything (BJJ, muay thai, brawling). They didn’t specialize so I received mediocre personal instruction. I was sad. I guess I was spoiled. So, if you have the time and commitment sign up with Tigran and learn from a professional. Trust me, you’re in good hands. I can’t say enough about boxing. It’s a revealing and therapeutic sport. The shape you get in is amazing. I fell in love with it. You really learn what you’re made of. At some point, I’m going to have my 8 year old spend a little time in a gym just as an introduction without the expectation of taking it on as a sport. In fact, I’m seriously considering taking a trip up to RSU next year and have him spend a week with Tigran. Boxing is that good. As is Tigran.

— Chris K. (Testimonial)

I have been training with Tigran for the past 4 years and I can say with absolute confidence that he the most positive, dedicated, and motivating trainers that anyone could ask for. I met Tigran while after completing chemotherapy and he was an integral part my physical recovery and return to health and vitality. Tigran has helped me push myself to unlock levels of my own ability that I did not know or believe that I possessed. Whether we are working mitts, doing conditioning, or sparring, he approaches all of our sessions with an unparalleled levels of professionalism, technique, and motivation. I would recommend Tigran’s services to anyone seeking to improve their boxing or simply their physical health; I know I am lucky to have him in my corner.

— Oleksander S. (Testimonial)

With great pleasure I can say that training with Tigran has changed the course of my life. I’ve began training with Tigran in August of 2012, at age 26. I was never athletic, and at that time I was in poor physical shape with several potential life threatening habits such as smoking. First, he began by helping me to build better habits, especially healthier nutrition. He then helped me gain conditioning by introducing me to calisthenics, running, and weight training. Finally, we moved into boxing technique and through time I’ve progressed to be able to spar and hold my own in the ring. I am a much more confident person because of what Tigran has taught me in the gym. Tigran is professional, bright, knowledgeable, patient, disciplined, and confidence inspiring coach. He is completely devoted to the art of boxing and loves teaching it to others

— Ian T. (Testimonial)

I’ve been doing private boxing lessons with Tigran for about six months. In that time, I’ve grown as a boxer both as a practitioner and as a tactician. Tigran has experience and it shows, not only by the way he moves when demonstrating but also at his ability to observe others movements and quickly diagnose flaws in their kinetic chain. When correcting he is always able to demonstrate and explain the problem and solution multiple ways to ensure you fully grasp not only the technique, but also the principle as it applies to boxing. He has always put a heavy emphasis on the fundamentals of boxing and it pays off. I hadn’t sparred with other boxers in the first five months I worked with Tigran. During my first sparring session back I noticed great improvements in my movement, offense, defense and general control of the fight.If you have any chance to work with Tigran I would highly recommend it.