Glove Up Fitness - Saint Louis

Meet YourCoaches

The best coaches don't just teach technique — they build you up as an athlete and a person.

Leadership

The People Who Built This

Glove Up was built on a shared vision — bring serious boxing coaching to St. Louis in a space where anyone could thrive.

Head Coach & Founder

Jay Bellville

Jay Bellville is a lifelong athlete and coach with 15 years of experience helping others build strength and confidence. He trained at HIT FIT SF and later in St. Louis under Buddy Shaw, while also dedicating the last decade to bodybuilding and competing in Men’s Physique since 2021.

15+ Years in Fitness Coaching
Boxing Training at HIT FIT SF
10 Years in Bodybuilding
Men's Physique Competitor Since 2021

Co-Owner

Riley Just

Riley Just is a St. Louis native, co-owner of Glove Up Fitness, and former collegiate hockey player at Maryville University. With a background in competitive sports and boxing, he now focuses on growing the gym and building a strong, community-driven culture.

Co-Owner of Glove Up Fitness
Former Maryville Hockey Player
Competitive Athletic Background
Community-Driven Leadership

The Team

Our Coaching Staff

Every coach on staff brings deep expertise and a genuine commitment to your development.

Boxing & MMA Coach

João Paulo

Raised in Brazil, he developed his background through Taekwondo, Muay Thai, and Boxing, later coaching clients from beginner to advanced levels. His training style is intense, hands-on, and goal-driven, with a strong focus on technique, discipline, and real progress.

Brazilian Striking Background
Taekwondo, Muay Thai & Boxing
Coaches All Skill Levels
High-Energy, Hands-On Training

Conditioning & Boxing Coach

Chris Irving

He started boxing at 28 with no prior experience and became a trainer within two years through discipline and consistency. His coaching is focused on helping beginners build confidence through clear, patient instruction. He also competes as an amateur boxer and placed 2nd in the 2024 Golden Gloves.

Beginner-Focused Boxing Coach
From Beginner to Trainer in 2 Years
Amateur Competitive Boxer
2024 Golden Gloves Finalist

Boxing Coach

Doveed Linder

He began in boxing as an amateur fighter and later became a coach for amateur and professional competitors. Today, he blends boxing, conditioning, and resistance training to help clients build skill, confidence, and fitness through a personalized approach.

Amateur & Pro Fighter Coaching
Boxing-Based Fitness Training
Author of Ringside and Ringside 2

How We Coach

Our Philosophy

We coach boxing as a complete discipline — not just an exercise class. That means emphasizing proper technique, developing real athletic conditioning, and building the mental toughness that carries over into every area of your life.

Every member gets coached as an individual, regardless of the class format. If something isn't clicking, your coach will notice and address it. That's the Glove Up standard.

Private Training

Work With Our Coaches

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