How long does it take on average to learn the basics of Boxing? To be good enough to be able to defend yourself and do fairly well.

You can learn boxing faster than any martial art, because it has so few moves.

However, to be really good (like anything) takes years.

Still, it has frequently been postulated that a boxer with 6 months training is more effective than many martial artists with far more training. (Again, a few moves r easier to master.)

As far as self defence goes, take a self defence course. The main objective is to avoid trouble before it starts.

For fighting skills hand to hand, boxing & wrestling is a pretty complete combination, & quick to learn.

Jiujitsu & tai boxing is more complete combination, but takes much longer to learn, Thus, it may actually be less effective if u r not a fanatic.

If u want one martial art that is effective in combination with a self defence course, l would suggest wrestling or Judo, as it can be used to control without necessarily harming ur opponent (as long as u avoid chokes).

Boxing is effective, but u could hurt ur opponent & be open to litigation.

a good way to get better a defending urself is invited mates ova gett 2 pairs of gloves headgear(rebel will have these)
and just fight not all out do nice easy to start wit and soon u will get use to whrer punches are guna be thrown and once got ur hand and eye corodination together it should come too without even think when to block

It greatly depends on what u mean by learning the basics. It will vary based on the individual.

In terms of punches u will learn & the stance & the movements, l could spend a while listing them all here, the same ones the beginners do r the same ones world champions do. World champions r simply more proficient at it.

l say it should take the average dedicated individual a few months to grasp the basics well enough to perform moderately well in a sparring situation if they have the proper guidance. That does not mean that person is ready for even amateur competition however. Just enough that at that point they can understand the goals of training & have realized the results of sticking to it.

l am almost 50, and have been ''learning the basics'' for about 45 years and still have not figured out the answer to your question. l do not think the process is ever complete.

That completely depends on the person. Some people pick it up right away, others need to work really hard at it. Either way, you should be able to decently defend yourself in six months to a year if you are really committed.