Tenby Sharks Boxing Club has been dealt a ‘body blow’ after learning that they will no longer be able to train at their current venue.

The club which has been running since last year, has grown organically from a passion to teach people, of whatever age, male or female, how to box whilst getting fit along the journey.

However, head coach Mark Davies now has a fight on his hands to keep the Club alive and has now issued a plea, after revealing that their current training venue at the De Valence Pavilion, centred within Tenby’s town walls isn’t going to be available to the club for the whole of September.

“Add this to the fact that it has only been available for two days during the week for the summer holidays, recently reduced to just one day, and you can see the plight of the club is pretty dire,” said Mark.

“This is no fault of theirs, at the end of the day they have been the only place to offer us the start we needed, and have been amazing in their support thus far.

“I fear that if we don’t find a suitable venue to use in the very near future then I will have to swallow my pride and give the club up I’m afraid.

“I find it so frustrating as I know the club could be a great success, I just wish others with the power to make a difference shared my enthusiasm!” he continued.

Although Tenby Sharks is predominantly a boxing club that doesn’t mean that everyone that comes along wants to box, explains Mark.

“Many people come along for the fitness side of things and as a bi-product find that by participating their stress levels decrease, their confidence increases and they generally feel better in themselves for being a part of such a close knit group,” he continued, stating that the club has been many years in the making.

“Boxing is a discipline, it builds self confidence, is great for health and fitness and I aim to instil respect for the community and the people in it within our club.

“The Club is open to all. Anybody is welcome, as long as you are aged seven or over we don’t prejudice against anybody. We create a welcoming environment to become a part of.

“I make no money out of what I do at Tenby Sharks Boxing Club - I do what I do for my love of the sport and my satisfaction in pushing others to succeed within it.”

Mark is the first to admit that it’s been a ‘bumpy road’ in his personal life, with no shortage of getting in to trouble along the way, but it is that path that has inevitably led to Tenby once again having a boxing club back in the town - one he hopes to maintain - if someone comes forward with suggestions for a suitable permanent facility for the club to train.

“Please think of anybody from any of the local authorities that may be able to help or put us in the right direction, farmers that may have outbuildings available, local businesses that may have an unused basement or shed that’s suitable. Nothing is off the table,” he remarked.

“Whilst we may not have the same income from sponsors etc, we are willing to pay our way for the right location at the right price.”

“I just want to say thank you for the show of support we have had for Tenby Sharks since this appeal was luanched - it really has shown me that there is the support for the club, not just within the town, but within the county.

“We already have some great leads to follow up and more support to push the club forward than I could have even imagined.

“We will make this work, and we will produce a champion from this town! It’s my mission!” he added.

Anyone who think they can help can contact Mark via email at: [email protected] or via the Tenby Sharks Facebook page