Elite Boxing – Dave Lewter
MeetDave Lewter
Champion. Trainer. Mentor.
Over 25 years of experience helping people of all ages build confidence, discipline, and a stronger, healthier life through boxing and fitness.
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Dave Lewter
Dave’s Story
From Fighter to Champion Trainer
Kickboxing champion Steve Shepherd started the boxing gym in 1992, and in 2000 it was taken over by his protégé, David Lewter. “Dangerous Dave” started amateur boxing and kickboxing in 1993 and became a three-time, two-division I.S.K.A. World Kick Boxing Champion. Three years later he brought his talent to the Florida State Golden Gloves, becoming a promising middleweight, top fighter, and main event contender.
Lewter began training with some of the best pro boxers and trainers in boxing, including sparring sessions with fighters like Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker, Vernon “The Viper” Forrest, “Ferocious” Fernando Vargas, Zab “Super” Judah, Glenn Johnson, and many more world-class fighters. Working with trainers like Ronnie Shields, Roger Bloodworth, and others, Lewter racked up 16 pro fights in the next 19 months.
On May 5, 2000, Lewter won the W.B.C. Continental Americas middleweight title with a ninth-round knockout in Dallas, Texas. In June 2004, at the Harrah Hitman Theater, “Dangerous Dave” won his last professional bout with a record of 22 wins (15 knockouts) and four losses. Dave also received a black belt from three-division world kickboxing champion Steve Shepherd.
In recent years, Dave has dedicated himself to coaching the next generation — helping people of all ages and backgrounds reach their goals, inside and outside the ring. In 2017, Dave was inducted into the Florida Boxing Hall of Fame.
A Legacy of Excellence
- 3-Time I.S.K.A. World Kickboxing Champion
- Florida State Golden Gloves Champion
- W.B.C. Continental Americas Middleweight Champion
- Florida Boxing Hall of Fame (2017)
A Championship Career
Key moments in Dave Lewter’s journey
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1993
Started amateur boxing and kickboxing
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1990s
Became a three-time, two-division I.S.K.A. World Kickboxing Champion
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2000
Won the W.B.C. Continental Americas middleweight title with a ninth-round knockout in Dallas, Texas
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2004
Won his last professional bout at the Harrah Hitman Theater (22–4, 15 KOs)
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2017
Inducted into the Florida Boxing Hall of Fame
Trained with the Best
Learning from Legends
Dave has trained and sparred with some of the biggest names in boxing, including Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker, Vernon “The Viper” Forrest, Fernando Vargas, Zab “Super” Judah, Glenn Johnson, and many more. Working with top trainers like Ronnie Shields and Roger Bloodworth helped shape his skill, discipline, and deep understanding of the sweet science — experience he now passes on to every student.
“The knowledge I gained from training with world-class fighters and coaches is something I bring to every session. It’s not just about technique — it’s about mindset, discipline, and believing in yourself.” — Dave Lewter
Through the Years
A Look at Dave’s Journey
More Than
a Trainer
A Mentor for Life
Today, Dave Lewter is passionate about helping people achieve their goals, whether that means stepping into the ring, getting in the best shape of your life, or building confidence through disciplined training. At Elite Boxing, every client is treated like family and given the guidance, encouragement, and expert coaching they need to succeed.
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Youth Boxing
Building confidence in the next generation
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Adult Fitness
Get stronger, healthier, and more confident
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Competition Training
For those who want to take it to the next level
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Confidence & Discipline
Life skills that last beyond the gym