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<\/a><\/p>\nThe group, known online as RT Fades, has gained a large following for posting videos of what they call controlled boxing-style sparring among young men. City officials say the activity poses a public safety risk, but the organizers say that characterization ignores the structure, purpose, and rules they\u2019ve put in place.<\/p>\n
According to founders Ricky & Timmy, the effort began informally to defuse conflicts within their own friend group before arguments escalated.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt started simple \u2013 just giving our own friends a safe way to settle an argument,\u201d Timmy said. \u201cAfter a quick spar, everyone was calm again. No grudges, no drama. That\u2019s when we realized this actually worked.\u201d<\/p>\n
They say street conflicts among teens and young adults have become increasingly dangerous, with disputes escalating directly to weapons instead of fistfights.<\/p>\n
\u201cEl Paso has been dealing with a lot of gun violence,\u201d Ricky said. \u201cKids don\u2019t fight anymore \u2013 they go straight to the worst choices. We wanted to give them a safer, controlled alternative.\u201d<\/p>\n
A Structured System of Rules, Not Street Fights<\/p>\n
The pair describe their meetups as \u201csupervised sparring sessions,\u201d not the type of hostile fights that the city\u2019s warning suggests. They say the sessions have strict rules: no wrestling, no jumping in, no attempts to knock anyone out, and immediate stoppage if emotions escalate.<\/p>\n
Participants use 18-ounce gloves, headgear is available, and several adults supervise every session.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere\u2019s no ego, no trying to hurt someone,\u201d Ricky said. \u201cIf someone starts getting overwhelmed, we stop it right away. After every session, they shake hands and hug it out.\u201d<\/p>\n
They say the activity resembles other sports commonly played in parks.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeople play soccer, football, basketball at the park,\u201d Timmy said. \u201cWe\u2019re doing the same \u2014 staying active, training, and keeping each other accountable.\u201d<\/p>\n
Community Support and Positive Impact<\/p>\n
The group\u2019s online following has grown quickly, with many young people sending videos of themselves training and messages about how the boxing sessions helped them stay active, cope with stress, or avoid negative influences.<\/p>\n
RT Fades has also organized community events, including a recent toy drive for families in need.<\/p>\n
\u201cPeople think this is about fighting,\u201d Ricky said. \u201cIt\u2019s really about discipline, mental strength, and giving young people a positive outlet.\u201d<\/p>\n
Organizers Push Back on City\u2019s Warning<\/p>\n
Socorro officials have not identified any specific incidents tied to the group but urged residents to report \u201cunsafe, hostile or violent activities\u201d in parks. Ricky and Timmy believe the city\u2019s warning misrepresents what they do.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re not running a fighting ring,\u201d they said. \u201cWe\u2019re preventing the kind of real violence that happens when conflicts go unchecked. We\u2019re trying to keep problems off the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n
They say no one from the City of Socorro has reached out to speak with them directly.<\/p>\n
The only official contact they\u2019ve received came from county staff at Ascarate Park, who told them they needed an event permit and insurance \u2013 requirements the organizers say do not match their informal, small-group training sessions.<\/p>\n
Open to Collaboration<\/p>\n
Despite the warning, the organizers say they are open to working with city officials on a solution that keeps the activity safe and properly structured.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf the city wants structure, we\u2019re ready to talk,\u201d Timmy said. \u201cWe just want a safe place where young people can challenge themselves and stay out of trouble.\u201d<\/p>\n
Looking Forward<\/p>\n
Ricky and Timmy say RT Fades\u2019 long-term goal is to build a broader community movement focused on discipline, accountability, mental and emotional health, and positive alternatives to violence.<\/p>\n
\u201cYoung people want guidance and structure,\u201d Ricky said. \u201cThis gives them a way to stay active, stay focused, and stay on a better path.\u201d<\/p>\n
Photo credit: RT Fades Facebook<\/p>\n
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