The corner

Coaches who've been there.

Every coach at Cabarete Boxing Club has competed, certified, or both. They teach the craft the way it was taught to them — with patience, intensity, and respect.

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Rafael 'El Toro' Méndez

Head Coach · Founder

Former Caribbean amateur champion with 18 years coaching. Built the club from a single beach bag into the North Coast's boxing home.

86-12 amateurFootwork & defense
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Daniela Reyes

Boxing & Conditioning

National team alumna and certified strength coach. Runs the conditioning program and the women's sparring circle.

3x national medalistConditioning & technique
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Marcus Bell

Sparring & Competition

Trained fighters across the US and DR. Leads the Competitor Squad and corners our amateur team on fight night.

Pro corner · 40+ boutsStrategy & sparring
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Luis Polanco

Youth & Fundamentals

Former schoolteacher turned boxing coach. Patience-first coaching that turns first-timers into confident boxers.

Level 2 certifiedYouth & beginners