Thaer Al Shayei - High Altitude Tenerife

Thaer Al Shayei has recently been training at high altitude

with Team TKO. Brought up in Cardiff, South Wales Thaer entered the ameture boxing circuit aged 

eighteen. After a tough upbringing on the streets of Cardiff he was inspired by Prince Nazeems thirst for the sport. He began training and entered the ring aged twenty, winning his first bout on points. After experiencing the intensity of the sport he began fighting through the ranks of the Welsh amateurs. Tragedy struck just four years later when a serious car accident left him with a damaged knee. Doctors advised him against the sport but he refused to step away. Thaer managed to strengthen his knee and with determination trained through the probelm. Close friends Craig Kennedy and Louis Patterson encouraged Thaer, and helped him reach his fitness level, ready to fight again. Thaer has since fought another 5 times but unfortunately missed the ABA last year due to personal issues. He is now ready for his next fight in March and has completed his 2 week high altitude camp training with Team TKO in Tenerife. His fitness level has improved dramatically and we can see him again chasing the ABA title, maybe even entering the professional ranks. Team TKO would like to wish him the very best for his fight in March, and hope to see him again training at TKO GYM Tenerife.

Thaer Al Shayei - 

"I really enjoyed the TKO camp, it has been both physically and mentally challenging. It has given me understanding of high altitude training, and how it hugely improves your fitness and stamina. I now feel more ready than ever, and am entering the ring at my highest level of confidence. A big thankyou to Team TKO, and the support and understanding they have given me"