Owner/Operator: Highland A.

Sizer-USA Boxing Certified Coach

Phone# (240) 988-9977

email: hthorobredz@yahoo.com

GOAL: Providing extensive training and discipline to the community through the art of boxing for a physical fitness and a competitive amateur boxing program. We want to reach out to those whom are in search of various fitness goals. Whether the need is to lose weight, fight fatigue, toning and sculpting or if the need is to be an active competitor, searching for a positive outlet, we want to be here to serve them all. MISSION STATEMENT: Thorobredz Training and Fitness mission is to build strong bodies and minds by blending old school techniques with modern elements. Our members will come from all walks of life in search of different goals, and we are here to serve them all. We intend on ushering in a new wave of self confidence and health using the age old sport of Boxing. Overall employment of recreation and fitness trainers is expected to grow faster than the average, with employment projected to increase 21 to 35%, for all occupations through 2012, as an increasing number of people spend more time and money on recreation, fitness, and leisure services and more businesses recognize the benefits of recreation and fitness programs and other services such as wellness programs. ABOUT THE BUSINESS/OWNER: Thorobredz was founded in January of 2005 by native Washingtonian, Highland A. Sizer and is a minority owned, contractor looking to expand. Highlands admiration of the sport of boxing and concern for the community led him to create a personalized organization that treats each student like they are the only one; giving that undivided attention is what separates Thorobredz from the rest. To have fun while learning and competing, without charging an arm and a leg for quality services is what we are all about. Highland is currently planning to take Spanish courses, as well as other languages to appeal to our increasingly diverse community. The business is owned and operated by Highland A. Sizer, whose athletic background and credentials includes: 2007- Level II Coach USA-Boxing Certified 2007 CPR Certification-pending 4/2006-present Boxing Instructor- Barcroft Sports and Fitness Arlington, VA

2005-present

Volunteer Finance Committee Member- Potomac Valley Association

2/05-present- Volunteer Assistant Boxing Coach/Trainer for the Kentland Boxing Association, based in Landover, Maryland. 8/2005-4/2006 Head Boxing Instructor III at the Oak Crest Community Center in Capital Heights, Maryland 9/1987-6/1990 Varsity Football Player (cornerback, running back, and quarterback at Dunbar Senior High school in Washington D.C. 1/1996-10/1999 Studied Jeet Kun Do Non-classical Wing Chun Gung-fu (Trainer Sean

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Brown) 11/2001-1/2004 Studied Boxing at the Laurel Boys and Girls Club. (Trainer Crawford)

The advantage Thorobredz Training and Fitness has over other fitness centers like Golds Gym, Ballys or even Sugar Ray Leonards is the one-on- one training that we provide in a safe and convenient location. Whether your goal is to become the next Golden Gloves Champion, Heavy weight Champion of the World, or to loose a few pounds for a healthier life-style, our trainers will walk with you every step of the way, making you feel like a world champion. Our focus in the next three years is to train and help produce healthier, more inspired, more confident kids from ages 7 to 18. We will use our customized Thorobredz Boxing Program to inspire discipline, get in shape, and learn the sport and art of Boxing. For those kids that want to continue their fitness challenge, we will offer our Amateur Boxing training program, which grooms young athletes for competition in USA sanctioned Boxing Shows, Tournaments and even the Olympics. PRODUCTS AND SERVICES Thorobredz offers group classes as well as one-on-one personal boxing training. The classes will be broken down by age group keeping you in step with your peers while the personal training will break down the members workout into an individually paced routine that produces immediate results. The program descriptions are as follows: The Boxing Basics (non-competitive) program will cater to those customers who want to get in great shape, and learn the sport of Boxing. The Boxing Basics program will cater to persons that want to learn proper boxing techniques, strategy, and conditioning that Amateur and Pro Boxers utilize to compete. This course program will cost $100.00 for all ages 7 and over. The Boxing Basics Program will be held in eight session increments and will meet twice weekly (4 weeks). The Boxing Advanced Program (non-competitive) will be for those whom have completed The Boxing Basics Program and wants to advance to the next level of conditioning by stepping up the techniques learned and practicing an actual boxing routine without the contact. The cost of this program will be $150.00 for all ages in ten sessions and will meet twice weekly (5 weeks). The Junior OlympicAmateur Boxing Program will be for those who have completed the Boxing Basics Program, and want to continue learning the sport and compete in USA Boxing sanctioned shows and tournaments. Advanced boxing techniques will be taught, such as; ring generalship, advanced punching techniques, rules and regulations of Amateur Boxing, sparring, and advanced conditioning techniques in order to get in championship condition. Those who enter the Amateur Boxing Program will be a part of the Thorobredz Amateur Boxing Team and will receive the Thorobredz team uniform, to wear in competitions abroad. The cost for the Amateur Boxing program will be $100.00 monthly (annual contract) $150.00 per month (without contract) (unlimited sessions for both). We will offer 25% discounts to military personnel, police officers, firefighters, senior citizens and persons with disabilities. One-on-one sessions will be $35 per 1 hour session. Customized Apparel, Shoes, Protective Gear and Accessories Apparel and Gear sporting, the Thorobredz logo and graphic designs will be available for all to purchase (TBA). *One (1) uniform will be provided for all Amateur Boxing Participants; additional uniforms, shoes and gear can be purchased separately.

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Our gym will also include treadmills, free-weights, jump ropes that will be available for customers use as well. Thorobredz intends on holding Boxing shows in our facility to market our gym, along with participating in competitions around the country.

Ages 40+ Ages 19-26 Ages 7-18 Ages 27-39

MARKET SEGMENTS Thorobredz Training and Fitness customers will be located in and around Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties as well as a few from The District of Columbia and Arlington/Alexandria, Virginia. The age range of customers will average from ages 7 and up. The average annual gross income of our customers households is $55,000.00 annually. Our customers will range from parents who want alternatives to team sports that sometimes alienate children because they are not extremely fast, or cant jump high enough to young ladies that want to compete in a full contact sport and look up to professional athletes like Laila Ali, Venus and Serena Williams. We will also take into consideration the Baby Boomers who want to stay in shape in a smaller, less intimidating setting that our gym will provide. CUSTOMER BASE Youth from ages 7 to 18 will make up about 50% of our customer base. Boxing is a bridge for all children and especially troubled kids who need to learn honor, discipline, and the value of hard work.

COSTS (Initial) Boxing Equipment: Office Equipment Space Total Start-up

Heavy bags, speed bags, free weights, treadmills, gloves, body protectors, training mitts, hand wraps, head gear, pylons, boxing ring Desk, computer, all-in-one printer, office supplies. Approx. 2000-2500 Square feet separate area for a small office and closet to lock equipment APPROXIMATE

$5,500 $1,500 May vary by lease etc.

One-time One-time May vary by terms etc.

$10,000

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