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Harry (Ome Harry) Houwaart

In The Hague, the name of 'Uncle Harry' Houwaart became associated with his own boxing gym. He was the founder of Houwaart Boxing Gym, which has been part of The Hague's boxing scene since 1959.

Trainer profile
Country NETHERLANDS   Netherlands
SportBoxing
RollsTrainer, Founder
Specialization Boxing training and talent development

Profile

The story

Harry Houwaart was the founder and coach of the school. As a nationally certified federation coach, he trained boxers. The boxing school grew into a family business on Brouwersgracht, offering boxing training for different ages and skill levels.

Background

Certifications

Government-certified federation trainer

Background

Role and legacy

Legacy

Boksschool Houwaart bears his name and keeps the family history of boxing in The Hague visible. The continuation of the school connects Uncle Harry's work with subsequent generations of boxers and trainers.

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