WINTER 2023 UPDATE: Holiday Hours, Special Classes & More!

Posted on December 15, 2022January 1, 2023 by Natasha Gautam

GUESS WHAT?! Our Annual Holiday Bash Is BACK… And We Can’t Wait To Celebrate!  🌲 ⛄️

Join us this Sunday December 18th at 7pm at The Crooked Cue Etobicoke. Enjoy Complementary Snacks, Live Music, Cash Bar and great company. Bring the family – all ages welcome!

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HO HO HO! The Holidays are here along with exciting new updates and special gift ideas. 🎄⛄️

📅 ❄️ Holiday Scheduling

To help work off all the extra cheer this year, we’ll be offering classes every Tuesday through the holidays!

• Special Holiday Classes Available: Tuesday Dec. 27 & Jan 3 — 5:15 pm Co-Ed Teens and 6:15 pm Heavybag Adult Class: Must Register
• Open Gym Availability: Please Check Class Listing
• Personal Training: Please confirm with your trainer for availability

⚠️ 2022-23 Holiday Break Friday Dec. 23, 2022 – Friday Jan. 6, 2023. Regular schedule resumes on SAT. JAN. 7, 2023.

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ℹ️ ALL SALES PROFITS ARE USED FOR OUR FIGHT TEAM TO HELP WITH TRAINING, COMPETITION AND COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITIES.

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📅 UPCOMING PROGRAMS… HURRY, SPOTS ARE FILLING UP QUICKLY!

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📰 KBC NEWS & UPDATES!

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NEW PROGRAM: Strength & Conditioning with Jo-Anne Sheffield

Posted on December 2, 2022July 20, 2023 by Natasha Gautam

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If you’re looking to improve your sport performance, increase your cardiovascular fitness, build muscle and tone your core, Coach Jo-Anne’s STRENGTH & CONDITIONING class is for you. 💪

This class is developed for every age and fitness level and each class is varied so you won’t plateau or become bored with the workout. Working with a combination of equipment, this 45 minute class is fun and effective!

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What is STRENGTH & CONDITIONING?

This strength and conditioning class will incorporate cardio,  drills and strength training in a fun 45 minute class. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged.

Workout Includes:

✅ 45 minute sessions

✅ Cardio, strength and core training

✅ A welcoming and encouraging environment for ALL fitness levels

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[PROGRAM OPTIONS] STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

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📆 Program Already In Session? Please Contact Us for prorated options if this program is already in session.

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PLEASE READ CLIENT PROTOCOLS

WHAT TO BRING

• Bring a water bottle and a small towel. We have plenty of weights, bands and mats that are thoroughly sanitized when each class has ended. No need to bring your own equipment. I will have everything set up for you, so you don’t have to grab anything.
• Please try to bring the least amount of clothing and gear as possible. There will be cubbies available for your bags and coats that will be sanitized after every class.

[ARCHIVE] Keep Up With Correspondence Sent Out To Program Participants

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June 12, 2023

Good morning,

With the welcomed rain I think we’d better move bootcamp indoors tonight as the forecast is for rain all day.

See you tonight at 6:00pm at the Bloor Street Studio.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Jo-Anne

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June 9, 2023

Hi and happy Friday!

I’ve heard from several of you that you may be away for most or some of the summer so I am trying to get a handle on numbers before I can decide if I will have a Tuesday night class in July and August.

Could you please let me know if you would want to attend classes in the summer? 

Our current session ends on June 27th.

Thank you.

Jo-Anne

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Jo-Anne Sheffield

Certified Personal Trainer

Certified Fitness Instructor

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February 11, 2023

Hi there and happy Friday!

We have three classes left in this first Bootcamp session of 2023 (ends March 2) and I wanted to get some feedback as to whether or not you are interested in continuing with another session. I know March break would interfere with the March 16th date but we could skip that night if most people would prefer.

FYI I will be adding outdoor Bootcamps again when the weather is better and have them run throughout the summer.☀

Have a great weekend and please let me know your preference for another indoor session.🙌

Jo-Anne

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December 7, 2022

Hi and thanks for letting me know you are interested in doing a Thursday night bootcamp with me starting in January. Here are all the details and a link to register. I’m limiting the class to 10 people so please sign up asap to reserve your spot. And, thanks for the boost! I had so many people say yes to the class I’m blushing!

DATE & TIME
Thursday night 6:00-6:45pM
January 12 – March 2

COST – 8 weeks
$185 Early bird (must sign up two weeks prior to start)
$200 Regular

REGISTER HERE 👇

NEW PROGRAM: Strength & Conditioning with Jo-Anne Sheffield

IMPORTANT FALL 2022 UPDATES: Expiring Reservations & More

Posted on November 14, 2022November 22, 2022 by Natasha Gautam

GUESS WHAT?! Our Annual Holiday Bash Is BACK!  🌲 ⛄️

Join us Dec. 18 at 6pm at The Crooked Cue Etobicoke

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Winter is coming…before it does here are some important Fall program updates!

⚠️PLEASE NOTE: We will be donating all lost & found items at the end of this month, including our incredible collection of water bottles. Make sure to sort through and grab anything that’s yours! And please bring your own personal towels, the ones at the gym are used by our team to clean with disinfectant.

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✅ Expiring Class Reservations:

Please let us know if you would like to be enrolled ongoing for any classes. This option is only active for one year at a time and many of you had me arrange these reservations last year. Please remember with this option, you must cancel classes you are unable to attend. Of course you can continue to manually register for class as well. Inquire Now: Reserve Ongoing

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📅 UPCOMING PROGRAMS… HURRY, SPOTS ARE FILLING UP QUICKLY!

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📰 KBC NEWS & UPDATES!

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Introducing Kingsway Boxing Club’s Technical Boxing Coach and Personal Trainer, Daniel Allen

Posted on September 27, 2022November 17, 2023 by Natasha Gautam

The Kingsway Boxing Club Team is comprised of exceptional coaches and personal trainers dedicated to delivering top-quality training.

As we embark on our upcoming seasons, we are proud to introduce Daniel Allen, skilled boxing coach and personal trainer with Team KBC.

Daniel, a native of Etobicoke who spent his formative years in Mississauga, embarked on his boxing journey at the age of 20. What initially began as a means to stay fit and acquire self-defence skills evolved into a profound passion over the course of his 12-year tenure as an amateur boxer. His dedication and commitment to the sport showcase not only a fitness journey but a transformation into a true aficionado of the art of boxing.

“Such is the transformative power of boxing—a force that leaves a positive impact on each and every individual it touches!“

~Daniel Allen

📆 Appointments available throughout the week and on weekends.

Daniel aspires to perpetuate this sense of joy and passion by inspiring and guiding others to achieve their goals, whether it involves competitive aspirations or simply staying fit. Join us in the ring, and experience one of his favourite aspects of coaching: the relentless pursuit of pushing individuals beyond their perceived limits to attain greatness!

Muay Thai is another passionate pursuit for Daniel; dedicating three years to learning and training, he earned the coveted green shorts, a testament to his commitment and proficiency in the discipline.

Certifications: Level 2 Boxing Coach Certification and first aid/CPR.

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FALL 2022 PROGRAM ENROLMENTS & RETURN OF TASTE OF THE KINGSWAY – REGISTER NOW!

Posted on August 27, 2022August 3, 2023 by Natasha Gautam

Thank you for joining us for Taste Of The Kingsway… don’t miss our Fall Programs kicking off in September. See below to secure a spot before all the spots are filled up!

⚠️ Note that some programs are already in session, however please inquire as we can prorate and enrol you if there’s still space!

❔DID YOU KNOW KINGSWAY BOXING NOW OFFERS…

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✅ Taste Of The Kingsway Festival Specials:

Team KBC spent the entire weekend featuring boxing demonstrations, $2 lessons charity and free trial classes. Thank you to our incredible community for supporting us throughout the pandemic and for celebrating with us last weekend. View Photos | More Info/View Programs

✅ FALL Seasonal Enrolment OPEN: Bloor Location!

See below for a full listing of our High Performance programming brought to you by the top fitness/combat professionals in our country! From Bootcamps, Yoga to Youth Fitness, we’ve got it all! More Info/View Programs

✅ Drop-In Classes Offered Daily (New September Classes Added):

With new classes added for Fall, you can now join us every day for drop-in classes including; Boxing, Strength/Conditioning, even Yoga! Book Now/View Schedules

✅ Free Open Gym Access Now Available:

Active members and fight team are now able to access our Open Gym times (Thursday 7 am and Sunday 1 pm). This time is meant for boxers to practice their skills and train independently to ensure progress, especially for those heading back into Competition! Book Now/View Schedules

✅ Facial Stretch Therapy: Now Added To Our Regular Thursday Schedule

FST, with therapist Melissa Karagianis, will now be added to our regular Thursday schedule and you can Register Here

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📅 NEW FALL PROGRAMS… HURRY, SPOTS ARE FILLING UP QUICKLY!

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📰 KBC NEWS & UPDATES!

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KBC Youth Competitive Team | Featuring Neyen Shawn Felipe Pitawanakwat

Posted on August 9, 2022August 9, 2022 by Natasha Gautam

Neyen Pitawanakwat, one of our youngest boxers, was awarded with the best male bout of Brampton cup 2022. With COVID putting a halt to Boxing in Canada, we are inspired by the pool of talent within our programs at Kingsway. We look forward to building the future of boxing with our youth team!

Following a two year pause on competition and months of intensive preparations, both our Youth and Elite competitive team killed it in the ring. Our youth team works hard and trains hard every day and more often than not they truly surprise us whenever we get to know them more outside of the ring.

“My spirit name is Southern Thunder Bird, given to me by my uncle in a naming ceremony. I definitely have gifts that I need to take with a lot of responsibility as my community needs a lot of healing. I feel very grateful to be part of such a rich community, I hope that they feel proud of me as I am of myself one punch at a time.”

Neyen Shawn Felipe Pitawanakwat

Today we give you a glimpse of Neyen’s life and his contribution to his community, we are so proud of him!

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Neyen discovered his purpose and responsibility for his community at a very young age. We are beyond proud of him and honoured to have him in our KBC Family!

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[TICKETS & INFO] Brampton Cup Is BACK! Support Team KBC

Posted on July 8, 2022July 19, 2022 by Natasha Gautam

Brampton Cup Is BACK! Save The Dates: July 21 – 24, 2022

SPECTATOR TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR: $15 per session – Weekend Pass: $70

TOURNAMENT VENUE: Save Max Sports Centre (formerly Brampton Soccer Centre) 1495 Sandalwood Pkwy E., Brampton, ON (see map below)

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Following a two year pause on competition and months of intensive preparations, both our Youth and Elite competitive team are ready to rumble!

The Brampton Cup, one of Canada’s largest Olympic-style boxing tournaments, has been rescheduled to July 21-24, 2022 at the Save Max Sports Centre in Brampton, Ontario. Tickets will be available at the door and you can follow the schedules and when our team will hit the ring using the tournament link below.

⚠️ When searching for the Team KBC Bouts, press (CTRL + F) and type in “Kingsway”. This will take you to all bouts on the schedule.

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Below is a list of the Team KBC Boxers who will be representing Kingsway Boxing in the much anticipated BRAMPTON CUP 2022:

Initiation Bouts (under 12)

• Acacia Fabing

Youth Team Boxers (under 19)

• Corson McDonald
• Saeed Haje-Saeed
• Joseph Kim
• Julia Howe
• Neyen Pitawanakwat
• Tyler Rae

Elite Team Boxers (19+)

• Carime Boehr
• Nikita Mizerovskiy
• Kevin Phan
• Matias Rodriguez
• Jamal Henry
• Pallas Mills

Masters Class Boxers

• Colin Brown
• Shireen Fabing

Special thank you to the coaches who have dedicated themselves to the continued success of our team:

• Virgil Barrow | Head Coach
• TJ Mosher
• Geoff Britnell

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SUMMER 2022 PROGRAM ENROLMENTS – REGISTER NOW!

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Natasha Gautam

We have tons of Summer Programs kicking off immediately and so much to look forward to. See below to secure a spot before all the spots are filled up!

Thank you to all of our amazing KBC Family, who continue to support us! Your support, along with the immense hard-work and dedication our coaches demonstrated since the start of the pandemic, has made it possible for us to remain in operation throughout over a year of lockdown, outdoor training and targeted restrictions. WE LOVE YOU ALL MORE THAN WORDS COULD SAY!

📅 CANADA DAY CANCELLATIONS: Please note that we will be closed for all scheduled classes and open training from Friday July 1 – Monday July 4 (Returning to regular schedule Tuesday July 5). Some coaches may be training private clients throughout the holidays: please confirm directly with your coach.

❔DID YOU KNOW KINGSWAY BOXING NOW OFFERS…

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✅ Summer Seasonal Enrolment OPEN: Bloor Location!

See below for a full listing of our High Performance programming brought to you by the top fitness/combat professionals in our country! From Fascial Stretch Therapy to MMA, we’ve got it all! More Info/View Programs

✅ Drop-In Classes Offered Daily:

Join us every day for drop-in classes including; Boxing, Strength/Conditioning, even Yoga! Book Now/View Schedules

✅ Free Open Gym Access Now Available:

Active members and fight team are now able to access our Open Gym times (Thursday 7 am and Sunday 1 pm). This time is meant for boxers to practice their skills and train independently to ensure progress, especially for those heading back into Competition! Book Now/View Schedules

✅ Facial Stretch Therapy: Now Added To Our Regular Thursday Schedule

FST, with therapist Melissa Karagianis, will now be added to our regular Thursday schedule and you can Register Here

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📅 NEW SUMMER PROGRAMS… HURRY, SPOTS ARE FILLING UP QUICKLY!

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📰 KBC NEWS & UPDATES!

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Kingsway Boxing Club’s Commitment To The Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM)

Posted on April 12, 2022July 31, 2025 by Jennifer Huggins

Kingsway Boxing Club has entered the list of Responsible Coaching Movement Champions Recognized By The Coaching Association Of Canada.

At Kingsway Boxing Club, we are committed to maintaining the standards of ethics, safety and respect in the sport of Boxing, for all our athletes and coaches. 💪

By adhering to the Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM), we pledge to work hard everyday to ensure that the Boxing culture at our gym is safe and aligns with the ethics’ model.

To guide sport organizations with resources to embedding safe sport practices, the Coaching Association of Canada has developed a RCM Checklist that includes resources, templates and useful links. 

OUR PLEDGE…

🥊 Kingsway Boxing Club believes in providing everyone with equal opportunity, no matter the fitness level, background, age or size.

🥊 We will work to maintain the high standard of safety and ethics across all of our programs and ensure that the Boxing culture here is as welcoming and safe as possible!

🥊 We will encourage open dialogue between our athletes, coaches and community to ensure we are always improving building stronger and safer interactions.

Kingsway Boxing Club’s Acceptance of the UCCMS

The Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport (UCCMS) is a cornerstone in ensuring all stakeholders commit to safety in sport. The universal code of conduct applies to all participants, administrators, athletes, coaches and officials who work within the national sports system in Canada. The universal code of conduct is meant to achieve a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.

Failure To Report

You have a duty to report that is mandated by law. (Requirements vary depending on provincial or territorial legislation.) An adult participant who fails to report actual or suspected maltreatment or neglect of any kind involving a minor participant will be subject to disciplinary action under the UCCMS. 

Child Protection Legislation

If there is an instance of child abuse and neglect, who is responsible for reporting this? Much like creating a safe sport environment, we all have a responsibility to report these instances. In fact, everyone has a legal duty to report these types of acts under Canadian child welfare laws. Adults are obliged to report child maltreatment if there is knowledge or suspicion that it is occurring. This is called the duty to report. 

Step 1

If you know of or suspect a child is being abused or neglected, you have a legal obligation to report it. 

Step 2

Write down what you have seen, heard or been told and by whom. Record your observations and any actions you took. 

Step 3

Act quickly. (Do not wait for days or weeks.) You must report this maltreatment to: 

• Local police
• Local child welfare services (e.g., Children’s Aid Society or child and family service agencies) 
  • You can submit an online report of maltreatment to the Canadian Centre for Child Protection as well 
  • However, even if you make a report to it, you must also contact local authorities 
• Provincial or territorial social service ministries or departments 

📞 RESOURCES

Canadian Sport Helpline: 1-888-83SPORT(77678) or abuse-free-sport.ca/

The Canadian Sport Help Line is available to provide you with advice, guidance and resources on how to proceed/intervene appropriately in the circumstances.

Canadian Centre for Child Protection: protectchildren.ca/

If you have concerns about a child, or if you are a victim (survivor) or a family member of a victim, you may contact the Canadian Centre for Child Protection for information or support.

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-688-6868

Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 national service offering professional counselling, information, referrals and volunteer-led text-based support for young people. Kids Help Phone’s free, anonymous services are available in both English and French.

First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness: 1-855-242-3310 or hopeforwellness.ca/

A helpline dedicated to supporting First Nations and Inuit Peoples. Service is available in Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English and French. 

Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366 or translifeline.org/

A helpline dedicated to the well-being of transgender people. The phone line is staffed by transgender people for transgender people. 

Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse, Use and Addiction: ccsa.ca/addictions-treatment-helplines-canada

The Centre was created by the Canadian government to address and provide leadership on substance use in Canada. 

Victim Services Government of Canada: crcvc.ca/for-victims/services/

The Canadian government provides a number of services to victims of crime, including emotional support, counselling, advocacy and safety planning. 

Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (CASP): suicideprevention.ca/

CASP’s goal is to reduce the suicide rate in Canada and to minimize the consequences of suicidal behaviour. 

More Resources Available: http://safesport.coach.ca/Toolbox

📼 COACH RESOURCES

Learn some easy next steps to implement the three pillars here: RCM Champion Now what?

Learn about the best practices on background screening process here: Best practices Background Screening

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Welcome to the Fall Edition of Our RCM Champion Newsletter! Explore two new coaching resources and register for the November webinar
Dear Sport administrators and Coaches,
As the leaves change and we embrace the cooler weather, we’re excited to bring you the latest updates and resources to support your coaching journey. This season, we’re thrilled to introduce two brand-new resources as well as the next RCM Webinar designed to enhance your coaching experience and help you achieve even greater success with your teams.

Introducing the Quality Coaching Toolkit We are excited to unveil the Quality Coaching Toolkit, a comprehensive resource designed to enhance coaching practices and foster positive sport environments. This toolkit provides evidence-based strategies to promote safe, inclusive, and supportive coaching, ensuring athletes’ holistic development and well-being. Dive into practical tips, reflection activities, and innovative methods to elevate your coaching and create a positive thriving sport experience for all participants. Four interacting attributes of a positive sport environment were discussed by the 24 coaches and athletes who were interviewed in the research study.

The research provides evidence that athletes can succeed in positive sport environments. This is important because it refutes beliefs that coaches need to use abusive tactics like yelling, belittling, and command and control methods. One of the most remarkable findings from this research was that the participants’ definition of success extended beyond medal performance. ACCESS THE QUALITY COACHING TOOLKIT

Webinar Information:  Learn how Abuse-Free Sport is available to you too! November 20th 18:00-19:30 pm EST Click here for more information Abuse-Free Sport is Canada’s independent system for preventing and addressing maltreatment in sport. Our goal is to work with others throughout the Canadian sport system to ensure that every participant – no matter the sport, the level, or the role – has a safe, positive and enriching experience. Changing the culture of sport in Canada is everyone’s responsibility. Abuse-Free Sport provides access to a wide range of resources, all of it available in English and French. This interactive webinar will provide an overview of safe sport and share actions that can be implemented in all sport organizations including community sport. In addition, we will discuss and share strategies and tools for change-makers to champion these within their sport organizations. Presenters:     Liddia Touch Kol, Resource Centre Manager Owen Bravo, Education and Policy Support Coordinator REGISTER HERE

Next Webinars: February 2025: Inclusion in sport March 2025: Background Screening – highlighting new information and resources The True Sport ExperienceThe True Sport Experience is a three-volume resource for educators of children and youth from age 6 to young adolescence that consists of a series of physical activities that facilitate learning the True Sport Principles. Whether you’re a teacher, coach or recreational leader, The True Sport Experience offers a balanced and intentional approach to the development of both ethical and physical literacy.   The True Sport Experience comes in three volumes:Volume 1 aligns with children in the FUNdamentals stage (aged 6-9).Volume 2 aligns with the Learn to Train stage (aged 8 or 9 to the onset of adolescence).Volume 3 aligns with the Train to Train stage (young adolescence).These resources provide:An understanding of the True Sport Principles and how to teach them through quality physical activity experiences,A summary of physical literacy, ethical literacy, and Long-Term Development in Sport and Physical Activity with explicit connections made to each within the activities, andA series of physical activities that facilitate learning the True Sport Principles while supporting children’s physical and ethical literacy development within the FUNdamentals, Learn to Train, and Train to Train stages of long-term development.How to use this resource:Choose one of the three volumes based on the age and stage of those you coach.Read through the opening section of the document to gain an understanding of True Sport and the objectives of the resource.Select an activity from the list of activities (up to five activities per True Sport Principle), read through the ready-to-go lesson plan, and implement it in your next practice!We hope that the Quality Coaching Toolkit, the November RCM Webinar, and The True Sport Experience will be game-changers for our coaching community and provide  a range of insights and support.Thank you for your continued dedication and passion. Together, let’s make this fall season one of growth and achievement. Warm regards, Frances Priest fpriest@coach.ca Manager, Sport Safety Coaching Association of Canada Frances Priest fpriest@coach.ca Manager, Sport Safety Coaching Association of Canada Sarah Bennett sbennett@cces.ca True Sport Coordinator Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport If you have any questions, please contact us at sportsafety@coach.ca. Access Previous Newsletters and Webinar Recordings Discover and access previous newsletters and webinar recordings exclusive to RCM Champions. Click here to access True Sport is an approach to values-based sport that is underpinned by seven principles. When “Go For It, Play Fair, Respect Others, Keep It Fun, Stay Healthy, Include Everyone, and Give Back” are intentionally and consistently activated on and off the field of play, it creates positive sport experiences and leads to a culture of good sport. Foster a values-based approach to sport by activating the True Sport Principles. NEXT ISSUE: January 2024 As a Responsible Coaching Movement Champion we ask that you: Be proud and announce yourself as an RCM Champion to your members. Use the RCM logo(s) and assets. Click here to download RCM logos. Adding the logo to the footer of your site depends on how your site is built.  Learn how here.Use the Hashtags #ResponsibleCoaching #RCM #MER #EntraînementResponsable.Reach out any time with questions to sportsafety@coach.ca.

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Jan 13, 2024

PAUSE and REFLECTION

As we think back to the conversations and events we have participated in this fall, we recognize it is ever important to take time to pause and reflect on a few key issues facing the sport environment. Safe sport continues to be one of the most prevalent issues in Canadian sport. The absence of harm in the sport experience is not good enough. A values-based approach will help foster a sport culture that leaves far less room for harm and provides a greater chance for sport to deliver on its potential.

Take time to read and reflect on the following definitions as you consider the role you can play in changing the culture of sport and bringing values to the forefront.

Safe Sport: A set of policies, procedures, training, and practices that are implemented by the organization to prevent maltreatment and protect its members. Safe Sport involves the reasonable expectation that the sport environment will be free from all forms of maltreatment (i.e., abuse, neglect, bullying, harassment, and discrimination) and that it will be accessible, safe, welcoming, and inclusive.

Sport Safety: The ability to understand the factors that contribute to physical and mental health and well-being as well as physical and psychological safety including, but not limited to, environments that promote safety through education and prevention and are free of abuse, harassment, discrimination, and neglect. Sport Safety incorporates a culture of empathy, inclusion, belonging, and excellence, and one that coaches and officials strive to implement within their training and competition environments. 

Values-Based Sport: Sport that places values at the heart of all policies, practices, and programs to ensure that positive experiences foster a culture of good sport in the long term.

True Sport: An initiative of the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport that promotes an approach to values-based sport that is underpinned by seven principles. When “Go For It, Play Fair, Respect Others, Keep It Fun, Stay Healthy, Include Everyone, and Give Back” are intentionally and consistently activated in sport environments, it creates positive sport experiences and leads to a good sport culture.

Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM): A call to action for sport organizations and coaches to maximize the positive benefits of sport through values-based coaching. The RCM is a Canada-wide initiative that is the result of ongoing consultations with the Canadian sport community developed in partnership by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport and the Coaching Association of Canada. It includes three distinct pillars and values, each serving to create a sport environment that is Safe, Smart, and Secure.

According to the basic tenets of the socio-ecological model to inform safe sport (figure below), everyone has a role to play in the movement. This model demonstrates the overlapping influence that numerous people and organizations have over safe sport outcomes. For example, Register-Mihalik et. al. argue that this model offers different avenues for understanding the interplay between levels of society and sport, which can be used to provide education aimed at preventing sport-related concussions.  If we use this same model to identify the risk factors in broader safe sport issues, we can target better methods for other community members, such as the sport organizers and government legislators, to impact the implementation of safe sport in the years to come.

CULTURE CHANGE WITHIN THE CANADIAN SPORT SYSTEM: PRACTICAL EXAMPLES FROM SPORT ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE USING A TRUE SPORT APPROACH TO ACHIEVE SAFER SPORT

In Canada, a fundamental change in culture is required across the sport system to minimize the threats to sport and ensure a safe sport experience for all. True Sport is an approach to values-based sport that is underpinned by seven principles: Go For It, Play Fair, Respect Others, Keep It Fun, Stay Healthy, Include Everyone and Give Back. A good sport experience, one that reflects the True Sport approach, can instill character in our children, strengthen the communities where it is played, and increase opportunities for personal and podium excellence. Good sport doesn’t happen by chance, it takes intentionality. Groups such as Sport Nova Scotia, Gymnastics Canada, BC Artistic Swimming and Field Hockey Canada are actioning True Sport as a holistic, preventative, and positive approach in their safe sport strategies. They also understand that the absence of harm isn’t good enough; learn more about their journeys to deliver the kind of sport Canadians want.
 
In addition to providing athletes with sport-specific skills, coaches are also in a unique and privileged position of power. The Responsible Coaching Movement aims to protect athletes and coaches from unethical and illegal behaviour through the implementation of measures such as: the Rule of Two and background screening and ethics training. The RCM recognizes the impact that coaching can have on athletes which is why the RCM seeks to have coaches consider how they coach, not just what they coach. Through this initiative, the difference between a safe sport environment and one that elicits positive growth and personal development can be achieved. Following the introduction of the rule of two, background screening and ethics training, the next phase of the RCM focuses on identifying and addressing negative coaching behaviours, while moving toward positive coaching behaviours that can play sports a more welcoming and inclusive environment.

True Sport is an approach to values-based sport that is underpinned by seven principles. When “Go For It, Play Fair, Respect Others, Keep It Fun, Stay Healthy, Include Everyone, and Give Back” are intentionally and consistently activated on and off the field of play, it creates positive sport experiences and leads to a culture of good sport. 

Foster a values-based approach to sport by activating the True Sport Principles. 

NEXT ISSUE: March 2024

As Responsible Coaching Movement Champion we ask that you:

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March 20, 2023

Hi everyone,

Don’t miss the RCM next webinar March 22, 7-8:30 PM EST REGISTER HERE

Here is what we will cover:

• Defining Rule of Two.
• Example of how clubs implement.
• Discussion, Question and Answer.

Participants will be entered in an attendance Draw for FREE Training access and customized RCM tuque with your club logo.

Responsible Coaching Movement Webinars recording available here:

• January 23, 2023 “RCM Champion: Let’s talk Ethics Training”
• November 23, 2022 “RCM Champion: Now What?”  
• June 22, 2022 “Best Practices on Background Screening”

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December 6, 2022

Hi everyone,   This is a reminder that the CAC will be hosting Sport Safety related webinars designed for Master Coach Developers​. Here are the topics for the webinar series: 1) December 8​ – 6:30pm EST (Use of gender-neutral language and gender pronouns​​) Click here to register. 2) January 12​ – 6:30pm EST (Sport safety is not just a safe sport​) Click here to register. 3) Feb. 2​ – 6:30pm EST (Land Acknowledgements yes/no why/ when and how to make them meaningful​​) Click here to register. 4) Feb. 23​ – 6:30pm EST (Accessibility considerations for event planning (physical, learning, cognitive)​​ Click here to register 5) Mar. 8​ – 6:30pm EST (TBD)  For more information about any of the sessions mentioned above please click here.

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[SPRING/SUMMER 2022] PROGRAM ENROLMENTS – REGISTER NOW!

Posted on April 11, 2022April 26, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

We have tons of new Spring & Summer Programs kicking off immediately, including our Youth Competitive Team Selections! Secure a spot before all the spots are filled up!

Thank you to all of our amazing KBC Family, who continue to support us! Your support, along with the immense hard-work and dedication our coaches demonstrated since the start of the pandemic, has made it possible for us to remain in operation throughout over a year of lockdown, outdoor training and targeted restrictions. WE LOVE YOU ALL MORE THAN WORDS COULD SAY!

📅 EASTER HOLIDAY CANCELLATIONS: Please note that we will be closed for all scheduled classes and open training from Saturday April 16 – Monday April 18 (Returning to regular schedule Tuesday April 19). Some coaches may be training private clients throughout the holidays: please confirm directly with your coach.

❔DID YOU KNOW KINGSWAY BOXING NOW OFFERS…

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✅ Spring/Summer Seasonal Enrolment OPEN: Bloor Location!

See below for a full listing of our High Performance programming brought to you by the top fitness/combat professionals in our country! From Pilates to MMA, Yoga to Kickboxing, we’ve got it all! More Info/View Programs

✅ Drop-In Classes Offered Daily: (New Classes Available)

Join us every day for drop-in classes including; Boxing, Strength/Conditioning, even Yoga! Check out our newest Boxing Basics Classes at our Bloor Location (Every Thursday 6:45 pm starting Apr. 28) Book Now/View Schedules

✅ Free Open Gym Access Now Available:

Active members and fight team are now able to access our Open Gym times offered daily. The purpose of Open Gym for boxers to practice their skills and train independently to ensure progress, especially for those heading back into Competition! Book Now/View Schedules

✅ Yoga: Now Added To Our Regular Wednesday Schedule

Yoga, with Instructor Katerina Muchnik, will now be added to our regular Wednesday schedule and you can Register Here

✅ Youth Skill Assessment & Talent ID — Friday Apr. 29 5:30 pm

In order to help give our Youth boxers a better sense of their current technical level and help them take the next step as competition opens up in the province, the Kingsway Boxing Club will be holding Seasonal Skill Assessment and Talent ID Session based on the Boxing Ontario High Performance Criteria. Ages 11-17 welcome: Youth Skill Assessment More Information/Register Now

✅ Summer Youth Fight Camp — Aug. 15 – 19 2022

Kingsway Boxing Presents Our Exclusive Youth Fight Camp Hosted At Our Boxing Gym Facility. Ages 12-17 welcome… LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE . Fight Camp More Information/Register Now

✅ Virtual Class Will Continue!

Our Virtual Programming will continue bringing classes for everyone all over the world, to the comfort of their homes, which can also be accessed through our on-demand library. We also offer 1 free week to for anyone to try out our coaches and programs! Register Now

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📅 NEW SPRING & SUMMER PROGRAMS… HURRY, SPOTS ARE FILLING UP QUICKLY!

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📰 KBC NEWS & UPDATES!

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NEW PROGRAMS: Power, Hatha & Vinyasa Flow Yoga By Sylvia Perry

Posted on April 10, 2022June 7, 2022 by Natasha Gautam

Introducing our newest programs brought to you by Yoga Instructor and Practitioner Sylvia Perry!

These yoga classes are conducted at our fully-renovated High Performance Studios, incorporating alignment, strength and flexibility by building a firm foundation in traditional Yoga! 

✅ These mat classes will have specific exercises to help you gain control, strength, alignment and individual support in your poses and postures. 

✅ Grounded in patience and focus, each week you build on your strength, flexibility and alignment. With careful and safety conscious instructions by Sylvia, your foundation of traditional yoga will get stronger with each session.

✅ Sylvia has over 20 years of experience in Yoga and is a certified E-RYT 200 YACEP to teach Hatha Yoga and traditional Indian Hot Yoga. You are sure to notice her love for the practice in her classes with her joyful and informed instructions and trust us when we say that her classes are always packed! She believes Yoga is a meaningful way to connect with others and hopes that’s what shows in every one of her class!

Program Descriptions:

Hatha Yoga Description: The Hatha yoga class involves a set of physical postures (yoga poses) and breathing techniques. These poses are practised more slowly and involve holding the postures longer than a Vinyasa flow or Power Yoga class. Hatha Yoga is a great place to start for beginners or practitioners wanting a deeper more relaxing experience of yoga.

Power Yoga Description: Power yoga is a fast-paced and intense class, not recommended for beginners. The practice focusses on building strength and stamina. If you would like to burn calories, this is the yoga for you. The practitioner moves from one posture to another rapidly, linking your breathing to the different motions of your body. A power yoga class may seem more like a fast paced fitness class rather than a relaxed, meditative yoga experience. However, the instructor will focus on alignment, mindfulness and breathing as well as the postures throughout. If you are new to power yoga, the program starts off slowly, building as the weeks go on. 

Vinyasa Yoga Description: Vinyasa Yoga is one of the most popular forms of yoga practiced in the world. Vinyasa is a style of yoga characterised by moving seamlessly from one posture to the next, using breath. Commonly referred to as “flow” yoga, it is sometimes confused with power yoga.  Vinyasa classes offer a variety of postures and classes are rarely the same. The opposite would be “fixed forms” such as Ashtanga which has the same sequence every time. The variable nature of Vinyasa Yoga helps to develop a more balanced body as well as prevent repetitive motion injuries that can happen if you are always doing the same thing every day. Vinyasa, is a breath initiated practice, that connects every action of our life with the intention of moving towards what is sacred, or most important to us.

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📅 YOGA PROGRAM OPTIONS

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Drop-In Program Cost:

• Class Starter Pack – $105.00
• 10 Drop-In Classes – $225.00
• 20 Drop-In Classes – $400.00
• 45 Drop-In Classes – $675.00 (this package can be shared with family members)

Program Already In Session? Please Contact Us for prorated options if this program is already in session.

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MEET YOGA INSTRUCTOR SYLVIA PERRY

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ALREADY REGISTERED? KEEP UPDATED WITH CORRESPONDENCE BELOW:

Here are a few things you should know before we get started:

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

• Please line up outside KBC High Performance Studios along Bloor St. Spaces are indicated on the sidewalk. Arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before the session starts.
• Hand sanitizer will be available upon arrival. 
• Masks: We still highly recommend the use of masks for close contact, but this is NOT MANDATORY for any programs or clients.
• Testing & 100% Health: All coaches are testing daily. All coaches and clients must be in 100% health to attend.
• If you cannot make the session, please notify us a minimum 24 hours in advance. This is important for contact tracing.

WHAT TO BRING

• Bring basic workout clothing and indoor shoes
• Towel and water bottle
• Pilates or Yoga Mat
• Yoga block (optional)
• Please try to bring the least amount of clothing and gear as possible. There will be cubbies available for your bags and coats that will be sanitized after every class. 

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Apr. 23, 2022

Dear Yogis,

I wanted to touch base as this is the first edition of programs with with Sylvia Perry and we’re a little low on enrolment to date. We have decided to push the start date to the following:

☑️ POWER YOGA YOGA with Sylvia Perry NEW START DATE: Monday, May 9

☑️ VINYASA FLOW YOGA with Sylvia Perry NEW START DATE: Saturday, May 14

Once we have updated the program dates you will automatically be enrolled, however let me know if this causes any inconvenience to you and I’m happy to workout other options.

Thank you so much for your support and understanding.

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NEW PROGRAM: Mobility & Stability Pilates By Shauneen Ryan

Posted on April 5, 2022March 21, 2023 by Natasha Gautam

Introducing our newest program brought to you by High Performance Specialist Shauneen Ryan!

These pilates classes are conducted at our fully-renovated High Performance Studios, incorporating strengthening, stability and mobility through Pilates! 

✅ This ALL LEVEL mat class will have specific exercises to help you gain control, strength, stability and mobility in your body. 

✅ Each week we build on our repertoire and challenge our body and mind, gaining a new found awareness of how these slow, methodical, sequences can leave you feeling stronger and moving better. 

✅ Shauneen earned her Mat Pilates Certification from the esteemed Body Harmonics Teacher Training Program right here in Toronto! Having worked through various injuries herself over the years, Shauneen is always compelled to seek out what can help her clients move better, feel better and embrace the journey of Pilates movement as she has for so many years.

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📅 PILATES PROGRAM OPTIONS

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Program Already In Session? Please Contact Us for prorated options if this program is already in session.

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MEET PILATES SPECIALIST SHAUNEEN RYAN

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ALREADY REGISTERED? KEEP UPDATED WITH CORRESPONDENCE BELOW:

Here are a few things you should know before we get started:

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS

• Please line up outside KBC High Performance Studios along Bloor St. Spaces are indicated on the sidewalk. Arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before the session starts.
• Hand sanitizer will be available upon arrival. 
• Masks: We still highly recommend the use of masks for close contact, but this is NOT MANDATORY for any programs or clients.
• Testing & 100% Health: All coaches are testing daily. All coaches and clients must be in 100% health to attend.
• If you cannot make the session, please notify us a minimum 24 hours in advance. This is important for contact tracing.

WHAT TO BRING

• Bring basic workout clothing and indoor shoes
• Towel and water bottle
• Pilates or Yoga Mat
• Please try to bring the least amount of clothing and gear as possible. There will be cubbies available for your bags and coats that will be sanitized after every class. 

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January 23, 2023

Good Afternoon,
Hope your weekend is going well, and you are looking forward to tomorrow’s session as much as I am! We will begin at 🔔10am and I will be locking the door so do your best to make it on time or even come early so we can have a wee chat before we dive into some movement together.
If you have a yoga or pilates mat please bring it with you, if you happen not to have one I have extra. Pilates is done either 👣barefoot or with socks(I prefer the socks with grips on the bottoms to help with static positions). I suggest bringing your water with you just in case you need it throughout the class.
Feel free to hang your coat on the hooks on the wall when you walk in the door and kindly remove footwear at the same spot. There are shoe/boot trays out for you to use, this leaves our movement space free of clutter and dirt.

Looking forward to moving with you tomorrow!🙏

Shauneen

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November 8, 2022

Good Afternoon,

Hope your week is going well! I am very much looking forward to this Sunday’s Class with you. This is the last class of this program for 2022. The schedule for 2023 is already online for registration👍

Gentle reminder… this Saturday November 6th
the clocks go back one hour.

Sleep well and see you Sunday!

September 29, 2022

Big thank you all for your speedy responses to the Thanksgiving Sunday session.
And for those of you that have stated you are flexible it is much appreciated.
We will be cancelling that Thanksgiving October 9th session and adding a session as discussed at the end, on November 6th.
In the meantime if you are unable to join any of the remaining sessions Jen has offered to reach out to her if you choose to be added to the yoga classes being offered at the studio.

Enjoy this beautiful weather🌞
See you on the mat🙌
Shauneen

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September 24, 2022

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather today. Sunday September 25th will be the first of the six session program and I am so looking forward to have the opportunity to work with you.

We will begin at 10am, the door will be locked once we commence. You are welcome to wear socks or bare feet (I like the socks with the grippy bottoms as it helps). If and have a yoga or pilates mat please bring it (I will have a few available for those who don’t) along with your water bottle.

When you arrive if you could kindly remove your footwear and jackets at the door before
walking onto the studio floor that would be greatly appreciated.

See you tomorrow!
Shauneen

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May 02/2022

Good morning KBC Fam🌞

I’m so exited to move with you!

This class is geared towards specific exercises to help you gain control, strength, stability and mobility in your body.

I wanted to let you know that I have found it helpful to optimize alignment or engagement of an exercise, for many of my clients to use touch for some tactile feedback.

Of course, only with your permission! If for any reason you are uncomfortable with this type of interaction, please do not hesitate to let me know prior to class (inform by email or in person).

See you soon!

Shauneen Ryan

[FEATURE SERIES] JOURNEY TO GREATNESS BY ACHA PATANDJILA

Posted on April 1, 2022August 7, 2023 by admin

Kingsway Boxing is honoured to welcome photojournalist, Acha Patandjila, who will be spending the next few months with KBC documenting the journey of our youth boxing team as they prepare for competition.

Life is a journey, for some, it’s long, for others it’s short and for me, it’s been about wandering. Born in South Africa, raised in Uganda, lived in Rwanda, originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and guess who’s in Toronto? Me! My name is Acha, I’m a roaming storm, I hear, but I am not here to talk about myself, my role is to take you down this new journey to greatness by the Kingsway Boxing Club juniors and you are going to have one bumpy, fun ride!

~ Acha Patandjila

⚠️ Are you interested in joining our Youth Competitive Team? Learn more about next steps and what it takes to become a competitive boxer: Youth Talent ID & Team Tryouts

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Nov. 23, 2022 | A Champion’s Mind — Fourth In A Series

If lionhearted was a person, the face would be that of 12-year-old, Neyen Pitawanakwat. From fearing being hit, bruised eyes and bigger competitors, Neyen evolves as courage itself, never allowing anything to knock down his spirits.

Neyen started at Kingsway Boxing Centre in October 2021, and right before the tournament he felt more than ready to unleash his formidable boxing skills since it is something he wants to do “forever, after everything”.

I asked Neyen a few questions about who inspires him and this is what he had to say:

“My dad inspires me. When I was younger, I was getting bullied a lot because of my hair and because I’m native, and he would help me improve on defending myself. He told me ‘You don’t have to do it’ and I told him ‘But I want to do it’. It’s something that connects me and my dad. He wasn’t a boxer, but he would do little fights.”

I admired the relationship Neyen had with his father and acknowledged the advantage of the presence of a father figure in one’s life and how boxing yet again proves not to be an instrument of anger, but rather a vital staircase to connecting individuals. When you think about it people gather from all over the world to watch just one boxing match. Listening to Neyen, I was taken back home to Kampala, Uganda. I smell the fried fish stalls along the roadside, smile at the crowds of children squeezing together to watch a small TV at a convenience store, and hear the sounds of taxi drivers yelling. Uganda is a great place and I was able to relive it through Neyen.

Relationships are the core of a community especially that of an immediate family. Neyen’s father is not the only one he speaks in awe of, he says:

“My mom motivates me more because she never wants to see me fail. If I’m working out and I’m getting too tired, taking long breaks my mom tells me to get back up, ‘doesn’t have to be fast but it needs to be strong, doesn’t need to be strong but it needs to be fast.’ She says ‘This is what you trained for; this is what you want. I know this is hard, but I don’t want to see you fail neither do you, do you want this?’ and I say ‘Yeah!’”

“My sister and her husband, who’s a boxer, help with some jabs and more power . . . I feel like my sister is also like my mom except that she’s more funny with it. My nephew and my niece too they’ll be like ‘Come on man you’ve got this you’ve got this!’. I just think of my family and who’s there with me, in the ring cheering me on. I feel like that just gets me to keep going and that’s just all I need. My family is the number one thing. By the end of the day if you’re sitting alone in a dark room who do you want right beside you? Do you want money? Do you want fame? Do you want people you don’t even know? Or do you want your family which actually loves you and cares about you. I choose family over everything.”

At 6 years old Neyen was bullied, and decided to pick up boxing to defend himself but as time went by he began to realize boxing was all about respect. “I like boxing because it’s in the ring, its better because you have respect in the ring. If you’re angry all you’re doing is just trying to hurt the person you’re not focused on your jabs. They didn’t do anything, they’re normal, they’re on your team and if they’re not on your team, they didn’t do anything. And even if they do say anything, I don’t care, because all I have is respect for you.” Neyen says.

His cultural background has contributed a great lot to Neyen’s free-spirited nature and character. His character is seen when he explains, “As a native with long hair I get called a girl a lot and people tend to say, ‘you don’t deserve this hair’. I like my hair, it’s like a power on my head. It’s awesome to be native, there’s a lot of things we do with our culture like singing and dancing. I’m also Latino, I love both my cultures. One thing I hate is when people say I’m a girl, yet I’m a guy.”

Neyens’ advice to you and I is:

“Never give up, don’t say tomorrow, say today. There’s no tomorrow, there’s today, put in the work, effort, sweat and heart. When you enter that door, there’s no tomorrow, there’s today.”

Neyen Pitawanakwat

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May 02, 2022 | COMMITMENT: WHERE DOES IT GET YOU? — Third In A Series

Diego goes to the gym and practices five times a week! A very African (Nigerian) expression would be, “Nawa o!”, an expression of awe and wonder translated to, “Okay wow”.

Commitment, to me, is the hardest task in life, it involves finding contrast in consistency and growing from it. Boring?  Possibly, if you’re without vision – but it is that commitment that Diego brings to the ring.

He is like a wild beast in the ring, one of the first boxers I met. He does not need to say much, for his boxing shouts louder. Surprisingly he has only been boxing at Kingsway Boxing Club for about seven months! I kid you not, you can do something for your whole life, but if you lack the zeal to wake up every day and chase that goal, you can call it null and void. The boxers’ commitment alone doesn’t make them a magnificent boxer, it’s the supporters and society’s daily dedication to the person and the cause. We have talked about this in the previous posts and referred to it as Ubuntu, (if you have not read it before, scroll down a bit, you will find it there.)

“In every sport, I always thought I could do everything I wanted so I put my mind on boxing,” Diego says. “If you are playing basketball, you have four other teammates to rely on but if you’re boxing you hold yourself accountable.” How many times in your life do you do something and quit halfway because you feel like it is not bearing fruit? I myself have a few articles only half-written, waiting for me on my desktop. The disciplines of dedication and commitment to boxing are those we can apply to our own lives.

“If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.”

Mohammed Ali

“If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.” That quote by Mohammed Ali, Diego lives by. He says he wants to be the best boxer of his time. This game is more about the mind and the heart. With the support of his family, Diego is able to give his sport all of his attention. This boxer is a CHAMPION – argue at your own risk.

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Apr. 12, 2022 | Beauty In The Brave — Second In A Series

It was a cozy Thursday evening, the sun emerged as the darkness tried to fill the bright city. Julia Rosanna was feeling well again after defeating COVID, it was going to be an interesting endeavour. Would she make it through though?

Julia joined the Club back in October 2019, since then she trains as a junior boxer every Thursday and Saturday and for her, as much as this is her last year as a junior boxer, the experience has been remarkably life changing. Brave is a word far from her vocabulary, it does not seem to be a word she lives by which I found quite intriguing. 

Having been told by her doctor that she exhibits some characteristics of ADHD, evidenced by her level of coordination, Julia was always the last to be picked for any sports-related activities. For many, this would be a reason to be discouraged but for this girl, it was every reason to try as much as she could until she was chosen. Kingsway Boxing Club opened that door and that is where her story matured.

It took twice as much effort for her to succeed in boxing. On Saturdays, she stayed a little while longer after practice to practice more and more, and one time her efforts were recognized by Phil, a trainer and boxer at the Club who complimented her saying she was getting better, to her, this was a huge moment.

In this day and age equity does not find us where we go, we find equity and make equity amount to our standards. From this girl, it is through hard work, perseverance, and a paradigm shift of one’s perspective towards life. “It’s all mental,” she says, “everything that you feel and everything that you see is all mental, it’s entirely surreal so if you could change your mind, you could change not the world in a sense but definitely how you respond to the world.”

“Everything that you feel and everything that you see is all mental, it’s entirely surreal so if you could change your mind, you could change not the world in a sense but definitely how you respond to the world.”

Julia Howe

The question: Was she going to make it through the season is answered – Julia is a fighter. How far she can go? The limit is not the sky, nor will she stop at the stars –  because she is VALOROUS in every letter.

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Apr. 1, 2022 | Where It Started — First In A Series

It was a warm Friday morning, Spring was calling, and it was PIZZA DAY at Kingsway Boxing Club to make it better; That was the last day of Fight Camp. The one-week camp was coming to an end, and it was going to end in great style and action with a lot of sparring. What in the world is sparring?!

Matias systematically wraps his wrist with a red, long wrap as Joey in the corner does the same with a black one, and Diego, well, he has a different wrapping style where he first layers the wrap on his knuckles and I think what on earth is he doing, whether it is for the aesthetics, or the weights, don’t boxers wear boxing gloves when boxing? A Hand wrap is a long piece of cloth with such primary value to the boxer; to avoid hand injuries and provide support to their wrists. Before the conditioning, before sparring, this is where it starts and while they are at it, all you can hear are chatters, and little waves of laughter, others helping those who find it difficult to wrap, and it takes me back home, we called that togetherness – “Ubuntu”.

Ubuntu is the belief in existing because of the existence of others. In other words, to become a person, a boxer, you will need other boxers, referees, fans, supporters, and an endless list of a community. In the process, I realized there was more to boxing than throwing fists in oversized gloves rather it was a moment to unite in one accord, a moment to release your inner solidity and brain brawn because you need your mind just as much as the rest of your body on this journey, something like dancing but it is different.

Ubuntu is the belief in existing because of the existence of others. In other words, to become a person, a boxer, you will need other boxers, referees, fans, supporters, and an endless list of a community.

After a few sessions of jumping, punching bags, throwing huge balls around, memorizing tolerance, and loud hushes, was the much more exciting bit in the ring! “Jelo”, who is not called Jello, a boxer at the Kingsway Boxing Club held intimidating features and posture, his punches looked like they would throw you out the ring at one go, yes, he was one of the people the junior boxers were going to spar with, and you do not think that is brave? I did not see myself in that ring in a thousand years let alone with professionals, yet these junior boxers seemed more than ready to jab and cross these fighters. The girl’s extraordinary performance reminded me of a speech by Chimamanda Adichie where she said, “Never ever accept ‘because you are a woman’ as a reason for doing or not doing anything,” it was evident as they were in the ring that their gender was never going to be an excuse for anything, we love to see it! 

The brave boxers were awarded certificates of participation to sum up their camp session. I used to think like I know many others do think as well, that boxing is violent, I was contradicted that day, there had to be a much greater reason as to why everyone was there. This is life for many children and teenagers on the road to the competition. They’re here to seek, heal, grow, box, and learn, but mainly to defeat because “Defeat is not an Option”. This is where it all begins.

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Boxing Through Movement, Breath And Mind

Posted on March 22, 2022March 23, 2022 by Natasha Gautam

Mobility and flexibility are two elements that are crucial in training. It lets your body heal and recover after those intense sessions!

More than a great addition to your daily routine, there are many direct benefits yoga provides to boxers:

🥊 Slowing Heart Rate: Boxers are always given 1 minute breaks between rounds during a bout. For a seasoned boxer, this time is not used to catch their breath, but to bring their heart rates down and receive much needed coaching from their corner.

🥊 Mindfulness: Learning to stay in the moment as a boxer, despite the punches flying your way, is more than an asset, it’s a NECESSITY. As Mike Tyson says, “Everyone Has A Plan Until They Get Hit In The Face.” All the training in the world won’t help you if you lose your focus in the ring.

🥊 Strength and Balance: If you can’t balance on your own, it won’t get better with an opponent literally trying to push you over.

This week, we would like to share Kat’s top favourite asanas that should be part of your daily routine!

📆 Join us Every Wednesday morning at 7am for yoga with guru Kat Muchnik! Learn More

Kat uses an approach that focuses more on the feel and less on the look leaving you ENERGIZED and RELAXED inside out!

*in poses 1&2, your hips are square to the floor (toes pointing down). Arms can be behind you like airplane wings, in a T with elbows straight or bent, of fully extended in front.  Pose 3 your hips are stacked And open to the side (toes point sideways).  

This can double as your daily meditation practice.
1) Set a timer for one minute.
2) Focus on your box breathing. -When thoughts come in, allow them to pass without reaction and bring your attention back to your breath
3) As this becomes easier, invest more time here. The overwhelming amount of scientific evidence clearly supports the multitude of benefits we gain from this practice.

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Celebrating International Women’s Day With The Women of KBC

Posted on March 8, 2022February 14, 2025 by Natasha Gautam

The theme for the 2022 campaign is #BreaktheBias and this year we are working to break the unconscious bias associated with women in #boxing. 

This International Women’s Day, we want to acknowledge and celebrate the women of KBC! Their hard work, fierceness and dedication never fails to inspire the community and us!

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CHECK OUT PAST INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY CAMPAIGNS

The aim of the IWD 2023 #EmbraceEquity campaign theme was to get the world talking about Why equal opportunities aren’t enough. People start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action. Read more about this here.

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The theme for the 2022 campaign was “#breakthebias” and that year we chose to challenge the unconscious bias associated with women in boxing. Today we will feature and celebrate the women of Kingsway Boxing Club and their achievements.

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The theme for the 2021 campaign was “#ChooseToChallenge” and this year we choose to challenge the unconscious bias associated with women in boxing. Today we will feature and celebrate the women of Kingsway Boxing Club and their achievements.

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Want to train with the fierce women of KBC? Register now!

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HOW TO LOG YOUR TRAINING: A Guide To Progressing As A Boxer 🥊

Posted on March 4, 2022February 1, 2024 by Jennifer Huggins

Boxing is inherently an individual sport. Rather than depending on your opponent to drive you forward, seize control of your training regimen before stepping into the ring!

As boxing coaches, we often encounter athletes expressing the desire to spar more, believing they’ll improve by simply absorbing more hits.

However, the reality is quite different: increasing head punches doesn’t enhance defensive abilities; it only heightens the risk of injury or worse. True skill improvement comes from refining techniques independently and then applying them during sparring sessions. Training independently is vital for a boxer’s physical and mental conditioning, laying the groundwork for skill enhancement and competition readiness.

📝 HOW TO KEEP A TRAINING DIARY FOR BOXING

Independent training plays a crucial role in the physical and mental conditioning of a boxer. Unlike some other martial arts, boxing lacks the structured choreography of katas or predetermined movement combinations in competition. This unpredictability fosters adaptability and constant evolution, which embodies the essence of boxing. However, this freedom comes with its challenges; it’s easy to overlook necessary improvements and lose sight of achieved technical proficiency.

Maintaining a training log serves as a vital tool for establishing checks and balances in your regimen. A well-kept training diary not only facilitates steady improvement but also ensures you don’t lose track of progress made in various aspects of the sport.

Your Training Diary Should Include:

1. Date of workout or session
2. Main intent of workout session –  were you in a class or being coached
3. One or two (max) techniques or skills you struggled with
4. One or two (max) techniques or skills you were good at

Extra Items To Include:

• Drills or exercises you liked or helped you achieve goals
• Questions for your coach

Important Notes:

• Keep the notes short and sweet
• Make the wording personal – no one needs to understand the context except you
• Logging consistently is key!

💪 BUILDING AN EFFECTIVE TRAINING PLAN

Your coaching team will work with you to build a yearly training plan (YTP) based on Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD). While sparring and coached training is a large component of this model, athletes will only get what they put in! Don’t forget to work hard independently and focus on building your daily training around improving skills you struggle with.

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Check out our top 3 options for newcomers, including:

🥊 1 Week of Unlimited Virtual Classes

🥊 5-Class Starter Package

🥊 3 TKO Private Training Package

Muscle Activation Techniques (M.A.T.) With Blair Larsen… Book Today!

Posted on February 15, 2022February 15, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

Introducing Muscle Activation Techniques at the Kingsway Boxing Club; a muscle function diagnostic and tune up with Instructor Blair Larsen.

MAT is a relatively new modality that focuses on finding weak or inhibited muscles and in essence wake them up so you can train them to be stronger and at the same time allow tight muscles to relax. It has been used effectively with professional sports teams, olympic athletes and rehabilitation clients for the past 20 years. Some athletes of mention are Payton Manning, Rose MacLennan, Bryson Dechambeau.

When you move better you feel better!

CURRENTLY BOOKING PRIVATE TRAINING EVERY FRIDAY 2 PM – 6PM

M.A.T. Pricing: $140/ 60 min session | $70/30min session

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Book Your Appointment for Colleen Layug’s Sports’ Nutrition Program Today!

Posted on February 15, 2022August 31, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

We are excited to introduce you to our all new Sport Nutrition Program, brought to you by Colleen Layug!

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Sports Nutrition is about fueling your body to enhance your strength, endurance and stamina. Our program works to give you the skills you’ll need to elevate your performance naturally, through wholesome foods. Nutrient deficiencies can seriously impair proper functioning but improving what you eat can help delay fatigue and enhance sports performance.

You will also become knowledgeable about energy and macronutrient intakes that promote optimal body weight and composition. From disease prevention, learning to reduce inflammation, supplements, and meal planning and timing, we’ll have you covered!

If you are interested in learning more about sports-specific nutrition that can help guide you towards optimal performance, then book your appointment today! Colleen has worked with a variety of age groups and fitness levels and will help develop a program that works for you.

Appointments Available Weekly | $150 for Initial Appointment and $90 for Follow-ups

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The Secret Of Fighting Through A Pandemic: Featuring Phil Daniels

Posted on February 1, 2022February 1, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

Since the start of the pandemic, we picked up new hobbies, coached hundreds of virtual boxing classes; many of us finished nearly every television show On Demand.

However, Kingsway Boxing Club’s very own coach, Phil Daniels, has been busy directing a series for Discovery Channel called Underground Railroad: The Secret History. The first episode of the four-part mini series will air on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 8:00 PM. TUNE IN!

The last few months have been anything but predictable but this news takes the cake! Our very own Coach Phil Daniels has directed a series for Discovery Channel, uncovering the hidden truths about the underground railroad.

You think you know your underground railroad well? Well, think again! This series reveals some fascinating never-heard-before facts, such as the detour to the South of Canada, the possibility of refuge in caves and much more!

The series aired first in the US on Science Channel starting Sunday, Jan 30 on Discovery+ and arrives to Canada on Tuesday, Jan 8!

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January 26, 2022: Bell Let’s Talk! #MentalHealth

Posted on January 26, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

Boxing is not just a sport of strength — it engages the body and mind; it is a sport to which we connect at deeper levels, whether it be as a way of expression, boosting self-confidence, coping with grief etc.

At the Kingsway Boxing Club, we understand the importance of mental health and with all the uncertainty and health risks this past year has brought, acknowledging mental health should be our #1 priority. This is why we would like to invite you all to part-take in the Bell Let’s Talk day on Wednesday, January 26, 2022.

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Bell Let’s Talk Day is January 26!

On Bell Let’s Talk Day, Bell will donate more towards mental health initiatives in Canada by contributing 5¢ for every applicable text, call, tweet or TikTok video using #BellLetsTalk, social media video view and use of our Facebook frame or Snapchat lens.

🧘‍♂️ ☀️ NEW PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT: Kingsway Boxing Now Offers Yoga Every Wednesday Morning

Posted on January 25, 2022January 25, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

Yoga is the perfect addition to your weekly exercise routine and we are so excited to introduce the Kingsway Boxing Club’s newest Yoga Instructor, Katerina Muchnik.

JOIN US FOR YOGA CLASS EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 7 AM

With a regular yoga practice you will notice increased strength and flexibility, while developing:

• Great self compassion (because we all need it)
• Sense of play (because it’s fun),
• Connection to breath (because that’s where life begins).

You may think yoga may not be your “thing”, …but what if it is?   Come alone or with a friend to see for yourself… YOGA is for everybody!

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[WINTER 2022 UPDATE] We Are Back For Indoor Training… Again!!!

Posted on January 24, 2022January 26, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

The Kingsway Boxing Club will be re-entering Step-3 of the provincial reopening process and is happy to open its doors for indoor training once again with classes including; Boxing, Strength and Conditioning, even Yoga! Legislation comes into effect beginning Jan 31, 2022.

We want to thank our amazing Kingsway Boxing Family for staying by our side during several months of uncertainty, chaos and constantly-changing legislation. Throughout all the closures and re-openings, the one thing we could always count on has been your support; we truly would not have made it this far without it.

Please see below for important updates and new class options.

Contact me directly with any questions or concerns. Thank you so much for your endless support!

With Love and Appreciation,

Jennifer, Virgil and Team KBC

INDOOR Classes will operate at a 50% capacity — IMPORTANT UPDATES:

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✅ Regular Schedules & Ongoing Class Reservations:

Join us every day for drop-in classes including; Boxing, Strength/Conditioning, even Yoga! Book Now/View Schedules

*Participants with ongoing reservations prior to the latest lockdown, will resume with the same schedule. Please check your pre-registration schedules through ACCOUNT LOGIN

Please cancel out of classes you are unable to attend. With reduced capacities, every spot counts.

✅ Strength & Conditioning: Now Added To Our Regular Monday Schedule

Strength & Conditioning with Aimee Lee will now be added to our regular Monday schedule at 6:30 pm — All members and drop-ins welcome. View All Schedules

✅ Yoga: Now Added To Our Regular Wednesday Schedule

Yoga, with Instructor Katerina Muchnik, will now be added to our regular Wednesday schedule and you can Register Here

✅ Thai Kickboxing with Jacqueline Walters

Our popular Thai Kickboxing brought to you by Jacqueline Walters relaunches March 2, 2022. Register Now/More Info

✅ Seasonal Programs To Be Announced:

Our 2022 seasonal programs will begin in March, 2022. View All Schedules

✅ Virtual Class Will Continue!

Our Virtual Programming will continue bringing classes for everyone all over the world, to the comfort of their homes, which can also be accessed through our on-demand library.

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We offer classes for all ages, sizes, fitness levels and needs. Sign up NOW👇

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Please see below for very important notes about your session. Do not hesitate to contact us directly with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your support as we return to training.

PLEASE THOROUGHLY REVEIW:

1. Your Online Screen: Complete Now — Are You 100%? As we return to the enjoyments of life and summer, it’s important to remember that COVID is still very real. If you’re not 100% please DO NOT COME and read Next Steps
2. Parking: We will be using our parking lot for the outdoor training space. (Jutland Location: Please use surrounding lots (front of building), along the fence or far west side of entrance — If you park along the fence, please ensure you’re very close to the fence as trucks need to pass. — Bloor Location: Please always use paid lots)
3. Arrive 10 mins Early (BUT NOT LATE): Prior to your classes and sessions, please ensure you/your child is fully wrapped and ready to rumble. How To Wrap
4. Masks: Masks are optional while working out while physically distanced (2m). Masks must be worn when entering the facility, Members may enter the facility for use of washrooms and hybrid/virtual classes. Please ensure you bring a mask you feel comfortable wearing for short periods in the case that distanced cannot be maintained.
5. Weather Cancellations: In the case of severe weather, please always check your email prior to class.

[COVID UPDATE] Kingsway Boxing Club Has Entered STEP-2 PROTOCOLS!

Posted on January 3, 2022January 4, 2022 by Jennifer Huggins

Another shutdown has been announced by the Ontario Government. This reality is incredibly disheartening for the athletes, coaches and of course us as a small business. However together we must fight on! 

Thank you to all of our amazing KBC members, who continue to stick with us throughout such challenging times. Although all sense of ‘normalcy’ seems distorted, your support, along with the immense hard-work and dedication our coaches have demonstrated since the start of the pandemic, has made it possible for us to remain in operation as we once again face further restrictions!

Please see below for a full list of what we will continue offering and what we are mandated to close as we return to Step 2 in Ontario.

✅ AVAILABLE PROGRAMMING:

• Tuesday Jan. 3 2021 Regular Schedule: All classes and private training will run as scheduled with. Important Notes:
  • Cancelled: 7:15 pm Technical Sparring
  • Please confirm with your trainer if you have scheduled personal training.
  • Limited Spots Available: To make room for participants, if you wish to remove yourself from the class, please cancel using ACCOUNT LOGIN

• In-Person Private Training: Please contact your coach/trainer
  • Indoor: Available to those by medical request.
  • Outdoor: Available to all clients

• Outdoor Classes: Remain accessible without new restrictions. Please stay tuned as we will be announcing new classes as we work through updating our programs. Register Now

• Fight Team Training: All indoor scheduled classes have been suspended, however we will be in touch with training options for licenced members.

• Nutrition/Wellness Programs: Remain accessible without new restrictions. View Information

• Interactive Virtual Classes: Accessible daily with additional classes being added next week. Register Now
  • Can’t make it to the scheduled virtual class… No problem! All classes are recorded and sent to registrants to take at their own convenience.
  • Demonstration Participants: If you are interested in attending the Virtual Classes as a demonstration participant, please Contact Us

• Virtual Personal Training: Available to all clients Request Appointment

❌ PROGRAM SUSPENSIONS:

• Drop-In Classes: Adult, Youth and Kids classes will be suspended until Jan. 27, 2021.
  • No action is required, this will be done automatically from the back end.
  • Reservations will remain unaffected.
  • If you wish to cancel your ongoing reservation, please Contact Us
• Seasonal Program Enrolments: All seasonal program enrolments will be suspended until Jan. 27, 2021.
  • No action is required, this will be done automatically from the back end.
  • Registrations will remain unaffected.
  • If you wish to cancel your ongoing reservation, please Contact Us

Please see below for very important notes about your session. Do not hesitate to contact us directly with any questions or concerns. 

Thank you for your support as we return to training.⚠️ How KBC Is Keeping The Community EXTRA Safe!

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The Final Sparring Session of 2021, Photographed by The Incredible Zardasht Abdulkhalegh

Posted on December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

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THE FINAL SPARRING SESSION OF 2021!

For the final sparring session of 2021, Kingsway Boxing had the honour of welcoming photographer, Zardasht Abdulkhalegh, for a front row seat to the action. We got to see him in his element, taking photographs through unique lenses and the results were like never seen before.

While this year brought many challenges, this final session was another great success of 2021 and a great way to end the year. Our boxers brought their A-game and thanks to Zardasht, we were able to capture the memorable event.

Here is a sneak peak into our last sparring session of the year👇

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📸 You can view the full album on our Facebook page.

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[UPDATE: WINTER 2022] Programs, Holiday Schedules & COVID Protocols… AND MORE!

Posted on December 13, 2021December 16, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Thank you to all of our amazing KBC Family, who continue to support us throughout such turbulent times. Although all sense of ‘normalcy’ seems distorted, your support, along with the immense hard-work and dedication our coaches demonstrated since the start of the pandemic, has made it possible for us to remain in operation through several months of lockdown, outdoor training and ongoing restrictions.

With the holidays on the horizon, we wanted to update you with our new programs and special scheduling available over the next few weeks!

📅 HOLIDAY SCHEDULE UPDATE

🎄 Please note that classes will be cancelled for the winter break between Dec, 20 2021 and Jan, 2 2022. HOWEVER, many of our coaches will continue working throughout the holidays and we will be offering special training times for our competitive team. All special training options will be listed on our Scheduling Link and notified through our KBC WhatsApp Group.

Regular schedule will resume from January 3, 2022.

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We will have our on-demand YouTube library available for everyone to access throughout the break so you can continue getting in those punches and be ready for when we return next year! 🥊

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📆 NEW PROGRAMS COMING JANUARY 2022

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Muay Thai Fitness Program brought to you by Professional MMA Fighter, Melissa Karagianis

Posted on December 8, 2021November 23, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

Kingsway Boxing Club is very happy to bring professional MMA fighter, Melissa Karagianis, back to offering new and exciting classes at our gym.

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🥊Brought to you by professional MMA fighter, Melissa Karagianis, Muay Thai Fitness classes are 45 min and suitable for all fitness levels. These classes are fun , challenging and different than the typical boxing class . Melissa has incorporated kickboxing and bodyweight exercise into this high intensity workout.  Muay Thai Fitness classes will not only get you into the best shape of your life , it will also leave you feeling empowered!

🥊The Workout: Classes include fun are filled with fun boxing and Martial Arts drills. these classes will include a combination of strength, cardio, muscle endurance, flexibility, core, and functional movement exercises. You will get EVERYTHING you need!

🥊Time Efficient Training. Our classes are 45 minutes in length. Get you in and get you out. We keep you moving and burning fat from the first minute to the very end!

🥊NEVER Plateau! The body hates change! It would much rather do the same thing every minute of every day. Well we have news for you…when you do the same exercise routine day in and day out you stop seeing results or “plateau.” Throughout our classes we utilize the principle of muscle confusion. You will NEVER do the same workout twice! Why is this good? Because…your body will never adapt and you will never plateau! You will get results and they will come quick and continue to come!

🥊Positive Energy: Our programs are about a team environment where both your trainers and fellow teammates motivate and challenge you to reach your highest potential!

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📅 MUAY THAI FITNESS PROGRAM OPTIONS

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If this program is already in session, please Contact Us for prorated options.

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WHAT TO BRING

• Bring a water bottle and a small towel. We have plenty of weights, bands and mats that are thoroughly sanitized when each class has ended. No need to bring your own equipment. I will have everything set up for you, so you don’t have to grab anything.
• Please try to bring the least amount of clothing and gear as possible. There will be cubbies available for your bags and coats that will be sanitized after every class.

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May 19/2022

Good Afternoon MMA Team,

Please note that this program is now accessible to all! Melissa wants to share her love for MMA with the community in a safe and fun environment. Please join us every Thursday at 8pm for our small group MMA Fitness class at our High Performance Location on Bloor St.

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May 02/2022

Good Afternoon Warrior Women Team,

We are excited to announce that the Warrior Women-Fit Program will be shifting to a drop-in format.

Already Registered?
For those of you already registered for the next session, there’s no action required of you! Your 6 sessions have been converted into 6 drop in classes and your spot has been reserved ongoing. If you cannot make it for class, please visit ACCOUNT LOGIN to cancel the reservation and you will not be charged for the class.

Need To Register?
Now you can just register class by class by visiting our Schedule Page. I can also help you out by reserving your spot ongoing so you only need to cancel if you know you can’t make it. Reserve Now

We are also accessible by the Mindbody App, this makes booking in and cancelling reservations a lot more simple as you can do this all from the app:
Download Now (Apple Devices)
Download Now (Android Devices)

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you so much for you support as we work to get this class rolling!

In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… And Clean! 👊

Best Regards,

Jennifer Huggins

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Mar 23, 2022

Good Morning!

My name is Melissa and I’ll be your your class instructor for the Warrior Program which starts tomorrow at 8pm. I’m really looking forward to meeting all of you and as well as some familiar faces.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me or by cell phone at 647 706 6332.

For tomorrow please bring a water bottle, comfortable workout clothes and bring boxing/mma type gloves if you have a pair ( not to worry if you don’t).

Where: Kingsway High Performance Studio – 3046 Bloor St. W
Time: 8pm – 8 45pm (please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before

When you arrive please knock or ring the doorbell for me to let them in.

Also, please check out the Kingsway website with the latest update on COVID protocols and if you have any questions, please ask Jennifer or me directly.

See you tomorrow and let’s unleash your inner warrior😊💪

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March 2, 2022

Good Morning Warrior Women,

It has been nothing short of a mission over these past 2 years. I hope you managed to come out a little stronger for it all? We are still finding our way, but definitely inspired as we fight our way back to functional!

I wanted to let you know that Melissa is relaunching her Warrior Women Fit program! With limited spots we wanted to offer you the first opportunity to register before promoting it our our membership.

MORE INFO: REGISTER NOW

We’ve also launched a number of new programs, camps and workshops. Check out our Spring Updates.

How to Beat Gym Anxiety

Posted on November 25, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Exercising is a great way to deal with both stress and weight issues however, as things begin to gradually open back up after the COVID19 pandemic, many of us are facing difficulties returning to the gym. 

Whether this difficulty is coming from the fear of contracting the virus, fear of judgement from others in the gym, not being able to reach your ideal weight goal or general anxiety, we have highlighted a few steps you can take that might make your return to the gym less difficult.

1. Focus on your goal: There can, often, be many distractions when it comes to working out – right from the planning stage sometimes. How many people will be there? What workouts should I do? Which shoes to wear. Which membership to get. While these concerns are valid and important to think over, they can, sometimes, distract us or even become excuses to not start that workout. You might not reach your ideals in the blink of an eye but starting is important and discipline is key. Remember, when you are focused, reaching your goals will get easier with time.

2. Start Slow: You want to lose 10 pounds in a week? Well, while that is an extraordinary goal and one that can be achieved, it is not wise to throw your body into something that intense right off the bat. Start building your stamina slowly and hit small goals in intervals. Also, always remember to stretch before your workouts. This step often gets rushed when returning to the gym because you might want to hit the weights and machines as soon as possible, however, stretching is an essential part of working out and it should never be skipped. 

3. Avoid busy hours: If you are anxious about crowds, try going to the gym during off-peak hours. Hours that are the most busy are, generally, early mornings and right after work (ex. 7-9am and 5-6pm). 

4. Take company: Taking your friend, partner, sibling etc. can be a great way to avoid awkward situations and crowds and it can make your workout much more fun as you can challenge each other, talk, make playlists together and try new workouts and machines together. 

5. Plug in those headphones: Spotify has some great playlists made for workouts, an excellent selection of songs to choose from and very entertaining podcasts to make your workouts more interesting. 

If you need a good workout playlist, check out our very own Kingsway Boxing Club Workout Playlist. 

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Nonetheless, if you are not ready to go back to the gym in person, there is no need to force yourself into any form of discomfort. There are tons of virtual workout videos you can access, including Kingsway Boxing Club’s (partnered with Beaver Boxing and Stockyards Fitness) very own Virtual On-Demand Library that you can access here.

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Introducing Kingsway Boxing Club’s Newest Coach, Aimee Lee

Posted on November 5, 2021November 9, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

The Kingsway Boxing Club has returned to in-person classes and we could not be happier to see all of our athletes train with us in the ring again. As we continue to bring new and exciting classes for everyone to enjoy, our Kingsway Boxing Family grows bigger.

Today we would like to introduce you to the newest Kingsway Boxing Club family member, Coach Aimee Lee.

When Aimee Lee discovered CrossFit it helped her find strength, both inside and outside the gym. CrossFit has inspired Aimee to study movement by earning certifications and coaching clients. Over the past 7 years, not only has she coached people of all ages and abilities but she has also learned from each and every one of them.

“It does not matter what your starting point is. Our bodies are made to move. Let me help you find what moves YOU.“

​Aimee thoroughly enjoys the learning process and as she continues to develop as a fitness coach, her goal is to offer guidance, help people feel strong, build confidence and improve their quality of life.

📅 BOOK IN TODAY!

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Check out our top 3 options for newcomers, including:

🥊 1 Week of Unlimited Virtual Classes

🥊 5-Class Starter Package

🥊 3 TKO Private Training Package

BOXING IS BACK IN ONTARIO! TUNE IN TO SUPPORT TEAM KBC 🎥

Posted on October 15, 2021October 15, 2021 by Jennifer Huggins

After nearly 2 years out of the ring, Team KBC will be representing at Ontario’s first competition in the Province. Tune in to support our very own Nolan Killeen as he helps the bell ring again on Saturday October 16 at 2:00 pm!

Promo Code for 100% discount: BOXINGONTARIO

Event Information

Boxing Ontario is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting a sanctioned competition on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Toronto Don Valley Hotel. The Return to Competition Test Event will be the first amateur combat sport event in Ontario since COVID, and the first competition for Boxing Ontario in over 20 months.

The event will feature some of Ontario’s top and emerging amateur talent, with 16 bouts scheduled to start at 2pm.

The Return to Competition event will move forward with strict public health and safety measures, including proof of full vaccination for all athletes, coaches, officials, and staff as well as COVID rapid testing for all participants on event day. No spectators will be permitted; however, the event will be live-streamed. Return to Competition Media Advisory

Return to Competition – Test Event
Details & Timing:

Date: Saturday, October 16th, 2021
Location: Don Valley Hotel, Toronto
No spectators will be permitted but the event will be live-streamed!
Boxers: Youth and Elite, Novice and Open

• Check in: 9 am
• COVID Testing: 9:30 am (all tournament participants)
• Weigh ins and Medicals: 10am-12pm
• Session Start Time: 2pm

A Message from the KO COVID Task Force:

To provide an update and information on the October 16, 2021 “Test Event” which is being hosted by Boxing Ontario.

There have been questions raised about why and how choices have been made regarding the October 16, 2021 “Test Event”. Firstly, this being the FIRST COVID-19 amateur combat sport event in Ontario, will bring great publicity and scrutiny to our sport. Our medical experts, Officials Commission, and KO COVID Task Force were all engaged and provided recommendations to the Board of Directors to move forward with this event.

As a “test event,” this competition will have the strictest public health measures to determine the best practices to go forward with. The following is what is required for the event and reasoning as to why:

1. Who requires a double vaccine to attend this event?
   • All persons entering the venue will require a full vaccine regiment (2 doses);
   • This is because our medical experts deem it to be the highest level of protection afforded to all.
   • This is also because we are entering a venue which falls potentially under many controlled levels of the Reopening Ontario Regulations.
2. Will Boxing Ontario accept any accommodations to the vaccine requirements?
   • At this time taking the expert advice no accommodations will be made.
3. Will rapid testing also occur?
   • Yes a rapid COVID-19 test will be conducted the day of the event prior to any person entering the venue.

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Member Correspondence:
(past correspondence for reference only)

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Thursday October 14, 2021 3:00 pm

Thank you once again for your incredible dedication to our sport and for your commitment to a safe return to competition. Please see below important materials for review and reference.

***ATHLETES: Please print and complete your medicals prior to arrival. Ensure your coach has signed the form. ***

Please do not hesitate to let us know if you have any questions or concerns. See you Saturday!

[DOWNLOAD] Coaching Package – Boxing Ontario Test Event 2021: https://boxingontario.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/OfficialsCommission/EpnzmLzWmgFPgF2OG03rE20B5h-AjnaVBgTMeoRKqGJihA?e=Ej6aGA

[UPDATES] Tournament Website: https://boxingontario.com/event/return-to-competition/

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Thursday October 14, 2021 9:20 am

WATCH FULL MEETING RECORD

Thank you so much to those who were able to join live. Please watch full record if you missed the meeting as important information was covered. Please note that we will be in touch with the Coaching and Officials Manuals with all information by this evening. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you again for your incredible support as we take this very important next step. Sincerely Jennifer Huggins
Boxing Ontario | President

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Wednesday October 13, 2021 12:50 pm

Dear Test Event Coaches, Staff and Officials,

Thank you so much for your patience as we pull together our first event in nearly 2 years. There have been many moving parts and we want to take this opportunity to connect with everyone and ensure confidence moving into this very important event. Tonight at 8:30 pm we will be holding a MANDATORY meeting for all participants scheduled to attend the Boxing Ontario’s Test Event on Oct. 16 (athletes, coaches, officials, organizers). Final logistics will be discussed along with any questions will be addressed during this session.

Please stay updated with bout changes and event information through our tournament event page: https://boxingontario.com/event/return-to-competition/

Thank you again for your support and for being involved with such an important step in the return to competition in our Province.

• [TEST EVENT] Final Information Meeting Agenda: (subject to additions)
• General Overview 5 mins: Jennifer Huggins
• COVID Protocols 10 mins: Fred Ten Eyck
• Words From Medical Director 5 min: Adam Zoudis/Payam Sadro
• [Breakout Room] Officials Commission and Protocols Discussion
• Q&A Coaches 15 min (KO COVID Taskforce and Staff)

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Tuesday October 12, 2021 1:43 pm

Hello Coaches,

Please find the proposed bout list for this Saturdays event.

Due to restrictions each club may only bring 2 coaches.

Please register the coaches attending here: (Deadline is end of day today – 11:59p.m.)
https://boxingontario.com/return-to-competition-event-coach-registration/

Once we have their information, all coaches will be invited to a pre competition meeting taking place tomorrow evening at 8:30 pm.

Many thanks,

Yours in Olympic Style Boxing,

Erik Espinola
Executive Director

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Friday October 8, 2021 | Boxing Ontario

Boxing Ontario is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting a competition on October 16. Athletes and coaches, get ready!

We are currently seeking Male and Female Youth and Elite Boxers!

Important notes:

• Participants must be registered with Boxing Ontario.
• Boxer medicals must be up-to-date.
• Proof of double vaccination required! Please scroll down for full vaccine details. (View Boxing Ontario’s COVID Response Page here. If you have any questions or require specific support, please email the KO COVID Task Force at kocovid@boxingontario.com).
• Athletes selected to participate will be based on matchmaking ability.
• Selected athletes will be notified on Tuesday, October 12, 2021.

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[LAST CALL] NEW FALL PROGRAMS — REGISTER NOW 💪

Posted on October 12, 2021October 29, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

From an all new Power4Teens class to Registered Nutritionist and Massage Therapy, the Kingsway Boxing Club is bringing you tons of new and exciting programs over the next few weeks!

Please find below a list of all new programs coming your way!

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CLIENT CORRESPONDENCE

Oct.12/2021

Dear KBC Family,

We are aware that there have been various full school closures due to COVID. We ask that if your child or yourself is a student at school that has been shutdown, we ask that you please DO NOT to send them to boxing for the allotted quarantine period. Please remember to cancel the classes in the system to ensure there are no charges for missed sessions.

Please do not hesitate to contact me directly with any questions or concerns. Thank you so much for your support and remember…

Keep Your Hands Up… And Clean! 👊

Introducing, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Clare Hickey

Posted on October 12, 2021October 12, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

As Kingsway Boxing Club returns to in-person operations, we would like to introduce you to our newest KBC Team member, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Clare Hickey.

Clare is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and is in her second year of study to become a Naturopathic Doctor through the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto.

Her approach to wellness is centred around simplicity and practicality. She aims to empower her clients to have the nutritional science and knowledge necessary to make informed decisions about their health. 

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Holistic nutrition is a well-rounded natural approach to ensuring our bodies have everything they need to function, not only properly, but optimally. Our program works as a catalyst for individuals to learn the best way to not only fuel their own bodies, but also to heal themselves, and create lifestyle shifts to bring about an optimal way of moving through the world.

Our programs are highly individualized based on our belief that no diet is appropriate for everyone. With keeping your unique biochemistry in mind, we tailor a specific plan for you that is based on your eating and lifestyle habits. This means, that while we focus on the health supporting aspects of your plan (detoxification, food intolerances, acid-alkaline balance, food combining), we also take into consideration your likes and dislikes, daily schedule, stress level, etc.

Benefits Of Our Holistic Nutrition Program:

• weight management
• gut health and bloating
• cleanses
• meal planning
• fatigue
• intuitive eating
• whole-food recipes
• clean eating

Appointments Available Monthly | $150 for Initial Appointment and $90 for Follow-ups

*Note that Clare will be taking appointments once a month as of now

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YOU CAN NOW JOIN OUR FIGHT TO END CANCER ACROSS CANADA 🇨🇦 🥊

Posted on October 6, 2021October 7, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

While our Fight To End Cancer continues, this year’s fight looks a little different!

Throughout September and October, visit any Tip Top Tailors, George Richards and Mr. Big & Tall Menswear across Canada to pick up your 2021 Commemorative Fight To End Cancer Key Chain, Lapel Pin or Tie Bar.

The Kingsway Boxing Club partners with The Fight to End Cancer to raise funds towards cancer research. This collaboration originated from the passion in entrepreneurship, boxing and entertainment of owner, Jennifer Huggins and has now become a support system for people dealing with cancer, in one way or another.

The Fight to End Cancer may be a long one but we are so grateful for the family we have made along the way; who continue to support us everyday. One of them being Grafton Apparel.

Grafton Apparel has been a proud partner of The Fight to End Cancer since 2014 and has become a key presenting partner since 2020. Thanks to their immense support and nationwide initiatives, The Fight to End Cancer has gained nearly $400,000 in donations since 2017 with 2019 alone bringing in a whoping $223,000.

This year however, has been a year like no other. It has been better! When speaking with their marketing manager, we learned that despite 2020 bringing lots of uncertainty and lock-downs pushing their plans behind schedule, 2021 was their “biggest and best year yet, with the best assets.” They decided to steer away from their silver theme to a more red theme in order to reflect their support in The Fight to End Cancer. They have also added a key-ring/key-chain to their collection, tailoring to both men and women.

They are focusing on in-store initiatives in order to ensure safety and have lots on the horizon, including contests, pizza parties, draws and gifting supporters the new-addition key-chain, as a token of their appreciation.

Wear Your Support!

Throughout September and October, visit any Tip Top Tailors, George Richards and Mr. Big & Tall Menswear across Canada to pick up your 2021 Commemorative Fight To End Cancer Key Chain, Lapel Pin or Tie Bar.

Grafton Apparel launched their in-store campaign to help support The Fight to End Cancer on September 13, 2021. They have already accomplished to reach 47% of their $250,000 goal for this year and it only gets better. With loads of new initiatives coming up, such as who raised the most donation Pizza parties, raffles, draws, prizes and talent shows, Grafton Apparel, along with their partnering companies, are expecting another successfully wonderful year.

Grafton Apparel is working extremely hard in keeping the public engaged in their initiative because although COVID19 may have been the main concern for 2020, cancer cannot be put on hold. The impacts of cancer are very much prevalent and those working towards fighting it should not put their work on hold either. Grafton Apparel President, Lance Itkoff, personally sent out emails to all vendors and supporters to encourage and thank them for their ongoing support, even during such unprecedented times.

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[INVITATIONAL PROGRAM] Youth Talent ID & Competitive Program

Posted on September 29, 2021February 23, 2026 by Darshna Kalla

Kingsway Boxing Club Utilizes The Talent ID Program to Elevate Youth Boxers’ Technical Skills and Progression

To provide our youth boxers with a clearer understanding of their current technical proficiency and assist them in advancing to the next level, the Kingsway Boxing Club conducts Seasonal Skill Assessments and Talent ID programming aligned with the criteria established by Boxing Ontario’s High Performance standards.

Several youth boxers continue to show strong interest in our competitive pathway, and we’re encouraged by the talent and commitment demonstrated across our programs. We already have athletes actively competing as young as 8 years old on our Junior Team, reflecting both early engagement and structured preparation. With regular opportunities to compete, we remain focused on long-term athlete development through consistent training, technical progression, and age-appropriate exposure to sparring.

A strong technical foundation is essential—not only for performance, but for safety and confidence building. This ongoing Talent ID process supports individual growth while strengthening our Youth Competitive Team, ensuring athletes progress within our programs at a pace aligned with readiness, development, and well-being.

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How to Take the Next Step: This is an invitational program, meaning athletes must meet the criteria below before being considered for the Developmental Team. If you’re interested, please speak with your coach so we can support your progress and help ensure you’re on track.

What To Expect: Below is a comprehensive overview of what to expect in our Youth Development Program. While many athletes begin in the developmental stream, not all will pursue the competitive pathway. Our goal is to introduce each athlete in a safe and effective manner, helping them build confidence, strength, and skills that extend far beyond the ring.

General Program Costs: $67.50 bi/weekly (equipment additional)

⚠️ The safety of our athletes is our number 1 priority! There are limited spots available on our youth competitive team at this time. However, Talent ID programming is held throughout the year to allow for athletes to improve and join the competitive team.

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We look forward to building the future of boxing with our youth team!

Since 2005, our Developmental Program has been running successfully, producing some of our top boxers. All participants in our developmental sessions are at a similar skill level, allowing us to focus on building the foundation for their defensive skills. Safety is our number one priority, so contact activities will only commence once boxers have demonstrated proficiency in the requisite skills needed to begin technical sparring.

✅ Below is a list of criteria the Youth Boxers will be evaluated on:

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Efficiency

• Displays sound mechanics
• Doesn’t waste energy
• Purposeful attacks
• Doesn’t waste energy on ineffective actions
• More frequent attacks to the head making it easier for judges to see

Unpredictable

• Creates uncertainty with varied attacks
• Uses tactics like feints
• Hard to read and anticipate

Adaptability

• Can self-assess what works and what doesn’t
• Adjust their actions to gain control
• Uses counter attacks

ℹ️ Youth Developmental and Competitive Training Information

We have a 3 step program for our youth: Technical and Conditioning, Developmental and Competitive.

1. Developmental Program Technical Sparring: For participants interested in exploring contact, this component will be included in our Monday class. Those interested will need to obtain their Boxing Ontario License and acquire all necessary safety equipment. (Download Forms)
2. Invitational Sparring: Once the boxer is displaying the necessary skill and interest in competitive training, we will invite them into our competitive training program.
3. Competitive Training: This is a step by step process, which requires patience and hard work. Competition generally takes between 6-12 months and many boxers may decide this is not the direction they wish to take. When/If we feel like the boxer is ready to compete, we will discuss with the parents before full preparation begins. Our goal is to keep the parents involved in this process.

Class Timing:

• Tuesday – Thursday 5:15 pm and Saturday 11:15 am: Technical Conditioning Classes
• Monday and Thursday 5:00 pm: Developmental Classes
• Additional Competitive Training is on Tuesday & Thursday 7pm and Saturday 7am

Next Steps

Competitive Team Membership: $67.50 bi/weely

Our competitive membership includes unlimited access to open gym and covers the additional coaching required for club-level competitions and tournaments, including one-on-one training during event preparation. It also includes developmental and competitive training, conditioning classes, and all individualized coaching provided both leading up to and during competitions and tournaments.

Additional Costs: (not covered by membership)

• Safety Equipment
• Annual Boxing Ontario Medical and Licence: More Info
  • The recommendation would be to start with the non-competitive licence as it will take a minimum of 6 -12 months before most boxers step into the ring for their first bout. If we need to upgrade their licence this is possible.
  • The licence is also insurance which protects all athletes involved.
• Tournament Enrolment — Approx. $40 – $50 per athlete once or twice per year (no cost for local club competition)
• Team Initiatives: A big component of becoming a boxer is being a part of the team and community. We welcome the team annually to the Taste of The Kingsway Festival to help promote the sport and show the community what Team KBC is all about. We have other initiatives as well and will keep the team involved with the community.
• Optional Participation: We will be offering opportunities to send the boxers away to out of province/out of country competitions  (various locations). While we work to fundraise for the team, there may be some additional expense associated with travel and accommodation.

Safety Measures and Equipment Requirements : (all equipment can be purchased from Kingsway)

• Mouthguard
• Headgear
• Sparring Gloves (14 – 16 oz)
• Low-Blow Protector (male boxers only)
• Purchase Competitive Equipment Pack 
  • Men’s Package: $250.00 (including low-blow protector) Buy Now
  • Women’s Package: $190.00 (no low-blow protector) Buy Now

About Our Competitive Team

For over two decades, Team KBC has been a prominent presence in the competitive boxing scene. In recent years, our team has garnered attention provincially, nationally, and internationally, particularly with our Youth Competitive team. Spanning ages from 8 to 55, our competitive team trains at a high technical level. We actively participate in local tournaments, with several of our athletes set to compete at the upcoming Boxing Canada Nationals.

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COVID19 Vaccine Verification

Posted on September 24, 2021September 24, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Ontario Has Made COVID-19 Vaccination Policies Mandatory for High-Risk Settings For Participants 12+

Thank you so much to those of you who have already verified your vaccine status. We appreciate your support as we continue to navigate the ever changing legislation. 

The system will automatically update so you don’t have to verify each time you attend. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us. We’re here to help.

To help the verification process, we’ve placed the vaccine verification on our COVID Screening Tool for you to update on your next screening.

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Registered Massage Therapy – Now, Every Wednesday

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

NOW OFFERING REGISTERED MASSAGE EVERY WEDNESDAY

Maintaining regular massage therapy appointments at our High Performance Location can be incredibly beneficial. Increasing lymphatic drainage, improving circulation, eliminating or at least reducing bodily pains, increasing joint mobility, and lessening the effects of muscle tension are just some of the ways that massage therapy can help.

Massage therapy is used to treat both chronic and acute conditions, such as shoulder and neck tension, headaches, soft-tissue sprains, spinal pain, sports injury.

Vanessa Lees, Registered Massage Therapist, recently joined Team Kingsway and is looking forward to working with you on your individual needs.

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The 60 Minute RMT Massage

In this massage, Vanessa will use Swedish massage techniques (hands, forearms, elbows) as well as active or passive movement of the joint, possibly including cranial sacral therapy to realign the body, decrease tension, treat muscle injury, improve range of motion and increase relaxation both physically and mentally.

Booking EVERY Wednesday: 10:15 AM – 3:00 PM

Note that Vanessa is booking appointments every Wednesday at this time. Please navigate the date you would like to book your appointment to view availability.

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In addition to our Boxing Ontario Sanctioned COVID Protocols, Kingsway Boxing Club has also provided Coaches with RAPID TESTS, which allow for an immediate result. Although this is not a mandatory requirement, we are facilitating our team with the additional safety measure to help keep our community safe.

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[LAST CALL] Holiday Schedule and Fall Programs 📆 🥊

Posted on September 3, 2021September 8, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Please note that we will be closed for the long weekend.  We will return to regular schedule on Tuesday Sept. 7. 

Please see below for important information regarding Fall 2021 class registration, Boxing Ontario Licensing, New class announcement and On-Demand Access

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Welcoming Back Coach Gregory Hull 🥊

Posted on August 27, 2021September 8, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Meet The Kingsway Boxing Club’s Senior Coach and High Performance Trainer, Gregory Hull

Gregory Hull is a certified boxing trainer, fitness instructor, and personal trainer. His fitness philosophy is rooted in lifelong learning which has allowed him to become a specialist in boxing training, group training, strength training and circuit training.

He received his diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion at Humber College and believes a fit and healthy lifestyle is achievable for anyone, no matter the level.

Gregory works hard to help his clients achieve their exercise goals and enjoys seeing the boost in self-esteem and confidence that comes along with it.

Certifications:

 Boxing Ontario Certified Coach, Personal Trainer Specialist (CanFit Pro), Fitness Instructor Specialist (CanFit Pro), Precision Nutrition (Level 1), Online Trainers Academy Certification

CURRENTLY BOOKING PRIVATE TRAINING EVERY MONDAY 10 AM – 5PM

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📆 FALL 2021 PROGRAMS: REGISTER NOW!

Posted on August 22, 2021August 22, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

FALL 2021 IS BRINGING LOADS OF FUN AND CHALLENGING NEW PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE!

Kickboxing? Yoga? Outdoor Bootcamp? Of Course Boxing… We’ve got you covered!

Please see below for more information about our Fall/Winter 2021 programming. Don’t forget to renew your Boxing Ontario Licensing (mandatory in Ontario during Step 3) More Info

⚠️ IMPORTANT CLIENT INFORMATION:

BOXING PROGRAMS 🥊

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Boxing and Pregnancy, Featuring Monica Lerin

Posted on August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

When it comes to training while pregnant, there are, often, several myths and misconceptions that circulate the discussion.

This is why The Kingsway Boxing Club would like to introduce you to Monica Lerin, a member of the KBC family.

8 months pregnant and continuing to outwork the majority of her classmates, Monica will talk to us about the benefits of training while pregnant and also squash some of the misconceptions around the sport.

When did you start boxing?

I started with kickboxing in 2017. Because I was boxing prior to my pregnancy, it was easier for me to keep going throughout the last few months.

What were some of the misconceptions/wrong information you heard, around Training and Pregnancy?

I personally received tons of comments or wrong information on why I should stop working out while my doctor and my body told me the opposite. Some of these misconceptions were: “Do not jump”, “Do not push your body right now”, “stay in bed as much as you can”

The doctor consulted that as long as there’s no blurry vision or you feel out of breath, it is okay to keep training.

Your strategy/Precautions while training right now

“I did reduce the number of days I train. I also do not jump rope because I do not want to get tangled and trip. It is not that I CANNOT jump while pregnant or SHOULD NOT, instead, it is an active and mindful decision I have made as a mother carrying her child. I still do jumping jacks.

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SOME COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS AROUND TRAINING WHILE PREGNANT:

1. When it comes to exercise, you should take it easy and/or keep your heart rate under 140 beats per minute
2. You can’t play sports when you’re pregnant
3. Exercise leads to overheating and dehydration
4. Running during pregnancy is unsafe
5. Too dangerous to lift weights
6.  Only prenatal exercise classes are safe for pregnant women
7. You can’t exercise your abs during pregnancy

MISCONCEPTIONS SQUASHED:

1. It is perfectly safe to continue with your regularly scheduled workouts even after you get pregnant as long as you listen to your body.
2. Avoid sports that come with a risk of falling/imbalance. Consult with your doctor.
3. Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water before, during and after exercising (but no more than 16 ounces at a time).
4. As long as you do not overdo it and limit your distance, you should be fine.
5. Performing multiple reps with light to moderate weights is perfectly safe and encouraged. 
6. Always let your fitness instructor know you’re pregnant before class — and never perform a move that makes you feel uncomfortable regardless of a trainer’s instruction.
7. During the first 12 to 14 weeks of pregnancy, traditional abs exercises are safe to perform and even help with the expected back pain that comes with pregnancy. After those months, consult your trainer/doctor.

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What are some benefits you are experiencing while pregnant and training?

“My baby is healthy. All ultrasounds have come back fine and I haven’t gained too much extra weight.” Monica is in her 40’s and has, thankfully, experienced no problems during the pregnancy.

Any favorite workouts/classes?

I enjoy the overall training process. Oh, and punching bags is really fun (haha).

“What I like about boxing is that it pushes your mind to work with your body. No moving for just the sake of moving. You cannot have one without the other (physical and mental). Also, it gives a lot of confidence to girls and women, which is something everyone lacks at some point. It is very encouraging and boosts self confidence.”

MORE BENEFITS OF TRAINING WHILE PREGNANT:

• Reduce backaches, constipation, bloating and swelling
• Boost your mood and energy levels
• Help you sleep better
• Prevent excess weight gain
• Promote muscle tone, strength and endurance
• A lower risk of gestational diabetes
• Shortened labor
• A reduced risk of having a C-section

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Any final comments?

I really enjoy Jennifer’s Tuesday class. The Kingsway Boxing Club has been so accommodating of my situation. For example, Jennifer always keep me near the fan so I do not overheat.

I plan to workout to the very end and want to come back as soon as I can. My partner has also been very encouraging and supportive of my boxing journey.

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NEW PROGRAM: Power Yoga Flow Every Wednesday At Kingsway Boxing

Posted on August 20, 2021August 9, 2024 by Darshna Kalla

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Introducing Power Yoga Flow classes at our High Performance Bloor Studio! Join us EVERY Wednesday at 9:30 am

Power Yoga Flow is a 60-minute yoga class that focuses on movement through different poses with ujjayi breath, to draw you out of your thoughts and into the present moment. This practice is not your typical yoga class – it will have you working up a sweat as you stay in continuous movement, transitioning between a mixture of challenging and restorative poses!

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Workout Includes:

✅ 60 minute sessions

✅ A positive environment accessible to all yoga levels

✅ A certified instructor with extensive knowledge of the practice

✅ The energy of others! The power of synchronized movement and breath with others will leave you feeling connected and energized (socially distanced, of course)

WHAT TO BRING:

• Yoga mat
• Water bottle
• Yoga Block (optional)
• Towel (optional)

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PLEASE READ CLIENT PROTOCOLS

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Check out our top 3 options for newcomers, including:

🥊 1 Week of Unlimited Virtual Classes

🥊 5-Class Starter Package

🥊 3 TKO Private Training Package

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[ARCHIVE] Keep Up With Correspondence Sent Out To Program Participants

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Oct. 14, 2021 | Program Update

Hi Yogis!!

I hope you are all doing well and looking forward to our last class together next week! It has been a pleasure teaching each of you over these past 6 weeks and watching you learn and grow with each class. 🙂 I wanted to let you all know that I have released a second session of Wednesday classes, Nov 10 – Dec 15, 6:45 – 745am.

Thanks again for making Wednesday mornings the best day of my week!

All the best,
Kelly

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Sept. 13, 2021 | Program Update

Good Afternoon Yogis!

I’m excited to meet all of you this coming Wednesday, September 15th for our very first Power Yoga Flow class. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns prior to our first class together. Here are a few details before we start:

DATES: Every Wednesday (Sept 15 – Oct 20).

TIME: 8:00 – 9:00AM (arrive 5 mins early but not late; on arrival, please wait socially distanced to the right-hand side of the entrance).

LOCATION: High-Performance Studios | 3046 Bloor St. W.

COVID Screening: Please complete this form before each class and have handy to show me before entering the studio.👇💓
https://kingswayboxingclub.com/kbc-screening-tool/

WHAT TO BRING: Yoga mat, water bottle, towel (optional), and yoga block (optional).

MASKS: Masks are to be worn in the studio until everyone has set up their mat and is safely socially distanced. You may remove your mask on your mat if you are comfortable doing so. Please remember to put back on your mask any time you step off your mat to ensure we keep our environment safe for everyone!

See you soon,

Kelly Watson

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THE BIG 3… Boxing Is Back And Stronger Than Ever!

Posted on August 16, 2021October 12, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

The Kingsway Boxing Club, Beaver Boxing Club and Stockyards Boxing Club are joining forces to knock COVID out and bring tons of new and inclusive classes for everyone! 

This collaboration is bringing together some of the most remarkable Boxers, who will work together to ensure your boxing experience never falls short. 

The experiences between the three clubs is unparalleled with Jill Perry [Beaver Boxing], a National Team Fighter and Head Coach, having worked at the Commonwealth Games. Jennifer Huggins [Kingsway Boxing], an international official, currently working with Boxing Ontario while sitting on various Commissions with Boxing Canada, including the Referee and Judge Commission and most recently, her involvement with the Boxing Canada Gender Equity Audit with Women in Sport. And Richard Souce, Founder of Stockyards Boxing Club. Having ranked  #1 as a Professional boxer by the Canadian Professional Boxing Federation, #5 by the World Boxing Council Continental Americas and #9 by the North American Boxing Federation. 

In early 2020, Kingsway Boxing Club partnered with Beaver Boxing to bring a variety of highly interactive VIRTUAL classes, so that everyone could continue boxing, from the comfort and safety of their homes. The partnership offered a wide range of Boxing and Training classes, catered to various groups, for example Teens aged 13-17, girls-only, mature adults, Yoga, High Intensity Training and the list goes on.

Now, they are, further, collaborating with Stockyards Boxing, to expand on programs, accessibility and helping to offer financial scholarships to athletes.

The three Boxing Clubs, when brought together, will work towards making boxing more accessible and inclusive to demographics worldwide whilst building on community initiatives. 

A Special Thank You to Jill Perry of Beaver Boxing Club: This collaboration would not have been possible without your generosity, support and immense dedication. Your consistent effort has been felt across the boxing world throughout the pandemic and its positive impact continues to grow each day.

ACCESSIBILITY INITIATIVES

We believe in equal opportunity, which is why we offer all kinds of fitness classes catered to all ages, sizes and fitness levels. We want to keep up our accessibility initiative and help in any way possible.

Do you know someone who is looking for an accessible fitness or sport opportunity? Talk to us, today, about providing these programs at a discount rate or fully subsidized period. Inquire Now

A BRIEF HISTORY

How to Stay Fit While Travelling

Posted on July 19, 2021July 19, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

With travel restrictions slowly lifting, everyone is looking for a getaway! But many of us do not want to let go of our fitness routines while travelling. Well, you do not have to…

Worried about losing motivation to workout on vacation? The Kingsway Boxing Club, partnered with Beaver Boxing Club, has tons of fun and challenging VIRTUAL classes for you to access FROM YOUR HOTEL ROOMS!

Travel does not necessarily require putting a temporary pause on your fitness. In fact, staying fit when placed outside of your normal everyday routine can be very rewarding.

Here are some easy tips to help maintain a fit lifestyle, while on vacation! 👇

🧳 PACK: The first easy step to ensuring fitness on vacation is to pack accordingly!

Here are a few suggestions:

• Athletic shoes
• Exercise clothing
• Swimsuit
• Jump-rope
• Hand grips
• Headphones
• Yoga mat

📝 PLAN: The next tip is to plan! If you have an itinerary to follow or are unable to take too much time to yourself, plan which exercises might help YOU in the most effective way as well as how to utilize however much time you get, to maximum capacity.

Nedra Lopez, co-owner of the PE Club, has suggested that high intensity interval training (HIIT) is very effective during summer months. “In these quick-burst workouts, you can achieve maximum burn in a shorter amount of time” (Emily Abbate, 2017).

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🏊‍♂️ USE THE FACILITIES: If you are checked into a hotel that provides a gym and/or a pool, use them.

Go for a few laps in the pool. Maybe take the stairs instead of the elevator every once in a while. Go pull some weights at the gym.

Lastly, and this might seem obvious yet many of us barely do this: walk at the airport/station! If you have a long layover or are waiting for a train, use that time to get in some steps. Those few extra steps could make a difference to your overall health and keep you fit in the long-run.

Let’s STAY FIT! Join us for 1 FREE Virtual Week Of Training!

WE ARE OPEN! Kingsway Boxing Club Has Entered STEP-3!

Posted on July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

After months of Virtual and limited Outdoor Training, we are so happy to finally announce… WE ARE BACK FOR INDOOR TRAINING!!!

INDOOR Classes will be limited to a 50% capacity

Thank you to all of our amazing KBC members, who have been in our corner throughout such challenging times. Although all sense of ‘normalcy’ seemed distorted, your support, along with the immense hard-work and dedication our coaches demonstrated since the start of the pandemic, made it possible for us to remain in operation during several months of lockdown.

Finally, after countless of ups and downs, Zoom links and constantly-changing protocols, we are FINALLY OPENING UP OUR DOORS FOR INDOOR TRAINING AGAIN!!!

✅ NEW Additional Programs:

• Drop-In Classes – 2 LOCATIONS! Various Timing: Reserve Classes
• Every MONDAY – 6:30 pm Weekly HIIT Drop-In Classes begin at our High Performance Studio
• Every WEDNESDAY – 8:15 pm  Weekly Boxing & Conditioning Classes begin at our High Performance Studio
• Every THURSDAY – 5:15 pm Youth Class begin at our Boxing Gym Location
• High Performance Trainer, Maria Gernega has opened her schedule for private training Every Monday 10 am – 5:15 pm More Info
• Registered Massage Therapy: Vanessa Lees has joined Team KBC More Info/Book Now
• Stay tuned for announcements about our Amateur Competitive programs.

We are so excited to bring you tons of new programs! Some with familiar faces and some with ALL NEW COACHES who have recently joined the KBC family👇

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Please see below for very important notes about your session. Do not hesitate to contact us directly with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your support as we return to training.

PLEASE THOROUGHLY REVEIW:

1. Your Online Screen: Complete Now — Are You 100%? As we return to the enjoyments of life and summer, it’s important to remember that COVID is still very real. If you’re not 100% please DO NOT COME and read Next Steps
2. Parking: We will be using our parking lot for the outdoor training space. (Jutland Location: Please use surrounding lots (front of building), along the fence or far west side of entrance — If you park along the fence, please ensure you’re very close to the fence as trucks need to pass. — Bloor Location: Please always use paid lots)
3. Arrive 5 mins Early (BUT NOT LATE): Prior to your classes and sessions, please ensure you/your child is fully wrapped and ready to rumble. How To Wrap
4. Masks: Masks are optional while working out while physically distanced (2m). Masks must be worn when entering the facility, Members may enter the facility for use of washrooms and hybrid/virtual classes. Please ensure you bring a mask you feel comfortable wearing for short periods in the case that distanced cannot be maintained.
5. Weather Cancellations: In the case of severe weather, we will email clients directly for cancellation, however we are good to go with light showers. Please always check your email prior to class if it’s looking stormy.
6. Outdoor Summer Training Tips: Please ensure you bring water and a hat, the sun has a way of creeping up! Loose clothing can help as well as it will protect your skin from the exposure but let you breath. The article link is an important read as many of us haven’t been overly active outdoors, especially with the heat.

Welcoming Danny Ismail to Team KBC

Posted on July 5, 2021July 8, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Since the COVID19 pandemic hit last year, Kingsway Boxing Club partnered up with Beaver Boxing, to come to you live through our virtual programming.

The Kingsway Boxing Club has moved to OUTDOOR Training, thanks to the Ontario Reopening process, however, we will continue to come to your living rooms LIVE with some fun and exciting VIRTUAL classes.

Meet our newest VIRTUAL Training Coach, Danny Ismail!

In March of 2020, Danny Ismail was ready to take on his first fight, on just two days’ notice. He trained hard to meet the 150lb weight requirement and was ready to take on his opponent in full blast. Unfortunately, Boxing Ontario had to cancel all events the day before his big fight, due to the COVID 19 pandemic. 

Since then, he has been training very hard and refining his techniques to be ready for his first fight, as soon as the opportunity arises. 

Apart from being an amateur competitor, Danny coaches at the Beaver Boxing Club, alongside Coach John Edwards and Coach Jill Perry. 

As for the summer, he will be an instructor at the Beaver Boxing Summer camp and is looking forward to crushing it in the workouts!  

We cannot wait to welcome him to our KBC Virtual Team!

SUMMER 2021 UPDATE: Kingsway Boxing Club Has Moved Into Step-2!

Posted on July 5, 2021July 5, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

After months of Virtual Classes, we are so happy to have successfully RETURNED TO OUTDOOR TRAINING! But First, A BIG THANK YOU…

Thank you to all of our amazing KBC members, who continue to stick with us throughout such challenging times. Although all sense of ‘normalcy’ seemed distorted, your support, along with the immense hard-work and dedication our coaches demonstrated since the start of the pandemic, has made it possible for us to remain in operation during several months of lockdown and now, we can finally get back to training together, outdoors!

✅ Additional Programs Starting THIS WEEK:

• Every MONDAY – 6:30 pm Weekly HIIT Drop-In Classes begin at our High Performance Studio
• Every WEDNESDAY – 8:15 pm  Weekly Boxing & Conditioning Classes begin at our High Performance Studio
• Every THURSDAY – 5:15 pm Youth Class begin at our Boxing Gym Location
• High Performance Trainer, Maria Gernega has opened her schedule for private training Every Monday 10 am – 5:15 pm More Info
• Registered Massage Therapy: Vanessa Lees has joined Team KBC More Info/Book Now

We are so excited to bring you tons of new programs! Some with familiar faces and some with ALL NEW COACHES who have recently joined the KBC family👇

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Please see below for very important notes about your session. Do not hesitate to contact us directly with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your support as we return to training.

PLEASE THOROUGHLY REVEIW:

1. Your Online Screen: Complete Now — Are You 100%? As we return to the enjoyments of life and summer, it’s important to remember that COVID is still very real. If you’re not 100% please DO NOT COME and read Next Steps
2. Parking: We will be using our parking lot for the outdoor training space. (Jutland Location: Please use surrounding lots (front of building), along the fence or far west side of entrance — If you park along the fence, please ensure you’re very close to the fence as trucks need to pass. — Bloor Location: Please always use paid lots)
3. Arrive 5 mins Early (BUT NOT LATE): Prior to your classes and sessions, please ensure you/your child is fully wrapped and ready to rumble. How To Wrap
4. Masks: Masks are optional while working out while physically distanced (2m). Masks must be worn when entering the facility, Members may enter the facility for use of washrooms and hybrid/virtual classes. Please ensure you bring a mask you feel comfortable wearing for short periods in the case that distanced cannot be maintained.
5. Weather Cancellations: In the case of severe weather, we will email clients directly for cancellation, however we are good to go with light showers. Please always check your email prior to class if it’s looking stormy.
6. Outdoor Summer Training Tips: Please ensure you bring water and a hat, the sun has a way of creeping up! Loose clothing can help as well as it will protect your skin from the exposure but let you breath. The article link is an important read as many of us haven’t been overly active outdoors, especially with the heat.

Punching Above Our Weight: How We’re Keeping Our Community EXTRA SAFE

Posted on July 5, 2021January 31, 2022 by Darshna Kalla

We have missed training together and are so happy to finally see everyone again! We also acknowledge the prevalent virus and its variants and want to continue fighting for our community as SAFE AS POSSIBLE!

In addition to our Boxing Ontario Sanctioned COVID Protocols, Kingsway Boxing coaches are also RAPID ANTIGEN TESTING before EVERY VISIT on location. Although this is not a mandatory requirement, we are facilitating our team with the additional safety measure to help keep our community safe.

In the following article, we have highlighted some key information for all our members to view prior to their classes, followed by some additional precautions the Kingsway Boxing Club is taking to keep our community safe!

Please see below for very important notes about your session.

Do not hesitate to contact us directly with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your support as we return to training.

⚠️ PLEASE THOROUGHLY REVIEW:

1. COVID PROTOCOLS — Fully Read: KBC COVID Protocols
2. DAILY SCREENING: Complete Now — Are You 100%? As we return to the enjoyments of life and summer, it’s important to remember that COVID is still very real. If you’re not 100% please DO NOT COME and read Next Steps
   • ✅ Vaccine Verification of double vaccination (Ages 12+) or Vaccine Exception — PLEASE ONLY PROVIDE ONCE (records will be kept confidentially on your account) Ontario Has Made COVID-19 Vaccination Policies Mandatory for High-Risk Settings For Participants 12+.

1. PARKING:
   • Jutland Location: Please park in our main parking lot (ensure you park correctly in spots to allow for at least 9 spots to be filled)
     • Overflow: Please use surrounding lots (front of building), along the fence or far west side of entrance — If you park along the fence, please ensure you’re very close to the fence as trucks need to pass.
     • We may be using our parking lot for the outdoor training space, in this case we ask that you use the Overflow areas.
   • Bloor Location: Please use Green P Lots on the North East side of Royal York Rd. and Bloor St. W.
2. ARRIVE 5 MINS EARLY (BUT NOT LATE): Prior to your classes and sessions, please ensure you/your child is fully wrapped and ready to rumble. How To Wrap
   • Jutland Location: On arrival, warmup outside and your coach will greet you outside with next steps.
   • Bloor Location: Please ensure you are lined up, physically distanced to the right of the entrance where your coach will screen you. Late entry will not be granted for classes as the trainer cannot hear the doorbell from outdoors.
3. MASKS: Masks are optional while working out while physically distanced (2m). Masks must be worn when entering the facility, Members may enter the facility for use of washrooms and hybrid/virtual classes. Please ensure you bring a mask you feel comfortable wearing for short periods in the case that distanced cannot be maintained.
   • Fight Team: Members of the fight team must follow the same protocols listed above unless engaged in Fight Team Training. Fight Team will be require a rapid test prior to engaging in close contact activity (to be supplied by Kingsway Boxing Club staff)
4. WEATHER CANCELLATIONS: For outdoor programs, in the case of severe weather, we will email clients directly for cancellation, however we are good to go with light showers. Please always check your email prior to class if it’s looking stormy.
5. NO SPECTATORS: Due to COVID Restrictions and capacity limits, spectators are not allowed to remain on location for the duration of the session (this includes parking area while outdoor classes are in session).
6. Outdoor Summer Training Tips: Please ensure you bring water and a hat, the sun has a way of creeping up! Loose clothing can help as well as it will protect your skin from the exposure but let you breath. The article link is an important read as many of us haven’t been overly active outdoors, especially with the heat.

CLIENT CORESPONDENCE ARCHIVE

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Monday Jan. 31 2022 | 12 pm EST.

Happy Monday and Welcome Back Boxers 🥊 
Please see very important updates below:

1. NO SPECTATORS (No Exceptions): Due to capacity limits we are unable to accommodate any parents/family members inside the gym. 
   • Classes: Coaches will walk the kids to you following class.
   • Private Training: We ask that you remain in your car after walking your children in and return to collect your children at the end of their session. 
2. PARK IN KBC LOT (Jutland): Due to large collections of snow in the laneway, we ask that you park in our Kingsway Boxing parking spots available. Please park considerately (9 spots should be possible in our lot). 
   • Overflow: In the case that there are no spots left, please use the front of the building. There are a small number of spots available along the fence, however please ensure there’s room for trucks to pass through. Our landlord has mentioned that he may have to tow cars if they block the rear tenants. I’m so sorry for the inconvenience. 
3. FULL LIST OF PROTOCOLS: Read KBC COVID Protocols

We very much look forward to seeing you all back again! Remember to only attend on location if you and your family members are 100%. Do not hesitate to contact me back personally with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your support as we continue on this roller coaster!
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… And Clean! 👊

Best Regards,

Jennifer Huggins

Kingsway Boxing Club

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4 Benefits Of Outdoor Training

Posted on June 28, 2021June 29, 2021 by Natasha Gautam

Spring is here and so is outdoor boxing and fitness!

The Kingsway Boxing Club had been delivering virtual programs to the comfort of your homes for the past several months. It was a challenging time but we all stuck together and made the best of it. Now, as Ontario moves into the 3-step reopening process, we are happy to announce that our OUTDOOR BOXING CLASSES ARE BACK!!!

Feeling unsure about leaving your home and getting back out there? This week, we will share with you our top four reasons to train outside.

1 Boost Mental And Physical Health

Research highlights that an average of 30 minutes spent outdoors in nature results in an increased physical activity, lower prevalence of high blood pressure and depression.

Fresh air, grass, trees and the colours of nature have a positive impact on mental health and physical well-being. So get out there and RUN!

Source

2 Workout Longer And Harder

Let’s be honest, working indoors can be SO boring! When you are outside, you see people, scenery and so much more, motivating you to work out longer!

A research study done with older adults found that people are more likely to do physical activities outdoors rather than indoors because the environment is more stimulating and leads to more enjoyment.

Source

3 Burn More Calories

When you are working outdoors, there is natural resistance, such as wind while cycling or running, causing you to work harder and burn more calories!

One study found that in a high-intensity workout, you’d have to run 15 percent faster on a treadmill to burn the same calories as running outdoors.

4 Sleep Better

Turns out that exposure to natural light actually enhances your sleep! One study compared the effects of outdoor exercise among 360 women, and found that being out lead to significant sleep improvement.

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Introducing Kingsway Boxing Club’s newest Youth Coach, Kelly Korkola

Posted on June 24, 2021June 25, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

The Kingsway Boxing Club Team is made up of remarkable coaches and personal trainers, who not only work hard to bring you top-quality training, but have also worked throughout the pandemic to bring VIRTUAL training to the comfort of your homes.

As Kingsway Boxing Club gradually returns to in-person operations, we would like to introduce you to our newest KBC Team member, Youth Coach, Kelly Korkola.

Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Kelly Korkola became a competitive boxer in 1986 at the age of 13 where he quickly became engrossed in the sport.

At the age of 14, because of his success in the ring, he was inducted into the Canadian Boxing Hall of Fame. 

Kelly started coaching in 1991 where he shared his skills, techniques and passion for boxing as well as other life skills needed for success in the ring. He continues to coach with passion and commitment to help athletes achieve their goals.

In 2018, Kelly made what seemed to be a natural next step in his boxing career, he started refereeing and judging competitions where he continues to hone his skills in the ring from a different perspective to help athletes and Boxing Ontario prepare to compete around the world.

Currently, Kelly volunteers his free time with MJKO (Mentoring Junior Kids Organization) Boxing Gym. It is here that he shares his spare time to help kids living in a priority neighbourhood learn about the art and sport of boxing, as well as offering mentorship and guidance to youth who need a positive role model in their lives.

Kelly is excited to join the Kingsway Boxing Team to bring new and exciting classes to our Youth Boxing Programs.

Our Kids 7+, Co-Ed Youth and Girls Youth classes are run by Boxing Ontario, Nationally Certified Coaches. Participants can expect to learn the technical movement and mechanics of boxing, along with being challenged physically in a whole new way. The classes offered at Kingsway Boxing are suitable for all fitness levels!

We’ve had incredible success with our kids and youth programs for over 15 years, proving to be one of our most popular programs. We look forward to welcoming our boxers back year after year and opening the doors to others looking to share in the experience.

Meet High Performance Instructor & Personal Trainer, Jo-Anne Sheffield

Posted on June 22, 2021June 24, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Are you ready to be held accountable and strive to reach your fitness goals?

If you’re willing to break a sweat while challenging yourself to reach new limits, then you’re ready to sign up with High Performance Trainer, Jo-Anne Sheffield!

The Kingsway Boxing team is made up of some of the industries top coaches and personal trainers. As we return to operation, we would like to take this opportunity to re-introduce you to one of our most amazing High Performance Trainers, Jo-Anne Sheffield.

Jo-Anne is a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor who brings a commitment to health and fitness, combined with enthusiasm and experience to create fun, high energy and athletic classes. An avid runner and marathoner Jo-Anne believes cross training is an important part of developing overall fitness and her classes are designed to strengthen muscles, maintain a strong core, increase cardiovascular output and promote flexibility.

Since the COVID19 pandemic hit last year, Jo-Anne never missed a beat. Through our virtual programming, she helped keep our family moving forward through some of the toughest months we all faced.

However, you can now join Jo-Anne ON LOCATION through her various class and enrolment options listed below.

Start Training with Jo-Anne TODAY! 👇

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Jo-Anne Sheffield continues to motivate the community despite suffering an injury last month. She was recently diagnosed with Baker’s Cyst and wanted to educate the community to ensure it can be identified and treated as early on as possible. Read Full Article Now

There’s More to Knee-Pain Than You Know…

Posted on June 21, 2021June 21, 2021 by Darshna Kalla

Kingsway Boxing Club’s High Performance Trainer, Jo-Anne Sheffield, was diagnosed with Baker’s Cyst and wants to help educate the community about it so that it can be identified and TREATED early.

Baker’s Cyst are extremely common, however they frequently go undiagnosed and mistreated.

As you know the pain behind my knee was not getting any better and I had originally been told it was: hamstring, sciatic nerve, ITB syndrome, meniscus tear but never Baker’s Cyst.

~ Jo-Anne Sheffield

What is a Baker’s Cyst?

A Baker cyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms behind the knee. It’s also known as a popliteal cyst or popliteal synovial cyst.

The knee joint is filled with a special fluid (synovial fluid) that cushions the joint. A Baker cyst forms when an injury or disease causes extra synovial fluid to leak into the extra space behind the knee.

How to Diagnose

Be sure to get regular medical exams, stay informed about your medical history and talk to your doctor as soon as possible, when experiencing the following symptoms:

• Swelling behind your knee, and sometimes in your leg
• Knee pain
• Stiffness and inability to fully bend/stretch the knee

Coach Jo-Anne Sheffield was, luckily, diagnosed right away.

“My friend who is a triathlete coach diagnosed it right away last week when I reached out to her for help. That’s when I called my doctor and asked her for imaging.”

You can see the cyst on an ultrasound and most people can get an ultrasound within a week.

Other methods of diagnosis include:

• An X-ray, to get more information about the bones of the joint
• An MRI, if the diagnosis is still unclear after ultrasound

Cures?

• If there are no symptoms or it has been diagnosed early on, it will go away on its own
• With symptoms, the treatment could depend on the specific symptom. For example, physical therapy would help with osteoarthritis.
• Over-the-counter pain killers
• If severe, surgery to remove the cyst

Update on Jo-Anne

After the initial pain, I am now walking up and down stairs and without crutches. I’ll attempt a slow walk outside and take it slow for this next phase. The best thing that has come out of this week is the nagging pain is gone now that the cyst has ruptured. I just have a slight pain on the lateral side when I bend it.

Links to Read More on Baker’s Cyst

Canadian Trail Running Magazine

Mayo Clinic Definition and Treatment

Cedar Sinai Definition and Treatment

Dr. Jen Frabino – Physio has some good exercises to get rid of Baker’s Cyst