Book excerpt: The book is written by Ukrainian author Valentyn Ostyanov, using many years of research in boxing, as well as the practical work as a trainer and lecturer at the Ukrainian University of Physical Culture and Sports. It would be of interest to practicing coaches, lecturers in sports studies, scientists, and sportsmen. In Ukraine, it was recommended by Ministry of Education to study in Sports education institutions. The book includes: - basics of teaching and training boxers (from beginners to elite groups); - methods and sequences of teaching boxing techniques (including combinations of technical / tactical exercises); means and methods in attaining specialized physical fitness in boxers practical ways of developing physical qualities, including combinations of exercises; - development and improvement of motor skills of athletes; - planning and organizing of yearly training cycles (for elite boxers), including detailed schedules of the Ukrainian team's training.