Drill

Drills

Boxing

Counter Off The Jab

Countering the moment the opponent's punch returns

10 min
5 x 2 min rounds
Advanced
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Partner or coach throws a jab at controlled speed.
  2. 2Slip or parry, then fire your counter before their hand is home.
  3. 3Rotate counters: cross, lead hook, and jab to the body.
  4. 4Exit on an angle after every counter.

What to focus on

Timing the counter to their return, not their release.

Common mistake

Waiting too long so the counter lands into a reset guard.