As we build routines, return to work and regular routines, it’s important to continue keeping our community safe! Please be aware of any possible symptoms and contact us if you’re unsure.
Our staff, trainers and coaches continue to following strict protocols; limiting contact, personally COVID testing, testing all competitive team before close contact and ensuring the overall safety of our clients. In addition to cleaning in between clients and classes, a deep clean and sanitization of all locations are conducted at the beginning and end of each day.
Thank you for your support!
I’m Not 100%… What Next?
1 FIRST RESPONSE: Please cancel your next visit(s)
We’re all in this together. Please protect your KBC Family and the community by staying home if you or someone in your household is feeling unwell. Flu season is also on the horizon so we need to keep extra vigilant.
⚠️ WHEN TO CANCEL YOUR NEXT VISIT:
If you are not feeling 100% — Please cancel even if you have received a negative COVID test. Our trainers and coaches are not allowed to work if they catch even a mild cold. We need your help to stay open.
Are you or a family member quarantining from school or work? If you, your child or someone in your household is quarantining due to a close contact at school or within the workplace.
2 STEP 2: CONTACT PUBLIC HEALTH IF YOU HAVE ANY SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19
Public Health will advise if you should quarantine or take the next step to get tested for COVID-19. Public Health can be reached by phone: 1-866-797-0000.
3 STEP 3: IF YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID-19
You must quarantine a minimum of 5 days and be symptom free before returning to training. If you would like to arrange a Rapid Antigen Test before your next visit, we can help execute this on location. This regulation may vary as legislation changes. If you’re unsure of your ability to return within the protocols, please contact us.
Angie Seth of CTV News Channel visits virtually with Jennifer Huggins and Virgil Barrow of Kingsway Boxing Club. Jen and Virg explain the safety protocols involved with re-opening during COVID.
Nicole Servinis is at Kingsway Boxing Club to show us a fun way to get our workout in! Kingsway Boxing Club is now open but things are looking a little different. They are currently not doing contact boxing, are screening boxers when they enter, and using hospital-grade cleaning products in their facility.
Thank you for supporting us through these challenging times. Alongside the Boxing Ontario COVID Taskforce and Ontario Government, Kingsway Boxing Club Locations were approved to reopen in mid-June.
The Kingsway Boxing Club facility cleaning protocols have been updated to include professional antiviral and antibacterial (Sanitrol) cleaning products to be used when giving the gym a deep clean each day and in between use of all equipment. All Team KBC Coaches and Trainers have undergone Boxing Ontario Safety Protocol Training and we’re dedicated to ongoing training, focused on procedures and protocols to continually enhance your safety. View KBC COVID Protocols & Updates
Kingsway Boxing Club has implemented safety and cleaning protocols to help ensure our community stays healthy and fit. It’s always great to hear directly from our members how they feel!
Staff and Clients are NOT required to wear face coverings during physical activity — Only to enter and exit the facility. However, keeping your face covered remains your personal option. Please discuss with your trainer before your next session
Photo: Jo-Anne Sheffield, Kingsway Boxing Club High Performance Specialist
SUMMER HIIT WITH JO-ANNE SHEFFIELD RETURNS WITH A BANG!
“It’s been just over three months and like most of you, I have had to pivot and completely change the way I deliver my services.”
Jo-Anne Sheffield has been filling Kingsway Boxing Club with her incredible energy and perfectly executed burpees since we opened our High Performance Studios in 2017. Her programs sell out before they’re even available — her dedication is contagious.
We have all felt the emotional effects of our new reality. Though Jo and our team continue to stay busy with Virtual Classes, the physiological toll it’s taken on both trainer and client is unreal. Nothing compares to physical and social interaction. In Jo’s words:
“The energy from a full class of participants to the banter and updates from clients – I’m really missing it all. I know I’m not alone with this feeling. Everyone I’ve spoken to recently has said they miss human contact more than they ever thought they would and are questioning what our new normal will eventually look like.”
Since the shutdown, Boxing Ontario, our Provincial Sports Organization (PSO), has been lobbying to get our athletes back to training. This effort came with extreme attention and importance placed on safety. When the Government of Ontario announced that our PSO would be allowed to ‘Return To Training’, it gave us all a small light at the end of the tunnel.
We cautiously opened our doors to the gym on June 15, booking private and small group training. With our new safety protocols in place and closely monitored, we have been overwhelmed by the positive response. View KBC & Boxing Ontario Safety Protocols
Excited and happy to be back to my personal training with Joanne at the Kingsway Boxing Club. Joanne is an excellent motivator and I love how she raises my limits and keeps challenging me. I also feel safe going back and like the safety protocols that have been put in place to ensure the safety of all members and trainers. During our session, It’s just Joanne and I in the entire gym, maintaining our social distancing with cleaning solutions, hand sanitizers, gloves and cloths to wipe down the weights, equipment and area I work in. Joanne is committed to providing great personal training with an emphasis on safety and cleanliness. Thanks and keep up the great work!
~ Kiki Kralidis | Kingsway Boxing Club Returning Client
As we ease our way back into operation, Jo has decided to launch her highly anticipated HIIT Conditioning Programs in a small group format.
These classes are conducted at our fully renovated High Performance Studios, incorporating head to toe fitness into a fast and effective workout.
HIIT Conditioning incorporates interval training, functional fitness, strength training, and stretching and is suitable for all fitness levels.
Interval training breaks up a set amount of exercises into small segments with recovery intervals in between to enhance the accomplishment of each exercise. This type of training maximizes calorie burn and improves overall performance.
What to bring? Bring a water bottle, mat and towel. It will get sweaty!
We’re so honoured to have Jo in our KBC Family. She’s helped keep us motivated and moving forward. If you’re interested in joining Jo for her small group program, HURRY UP!
Register now for her 45 minute Summer HIIT session starting Thursday, July 16. Two times available: 5:45pm and 6:45pm
⚠️ [ACTION REQUIRED] BEFORE YOU RETURN TO TRAINING…
The Ontario Government announcement of “Step 3” in Toronto directly affects ALL Kingsway Boxing Members and Programs. Note that all indoor, outdoor and virtual programming has resumed.
Existing Members – Account Login: Reset Password if you’ve never accessed your account before. Clients and Members will be required to activate their accounts to access Kingsway Boxing Online Schedules to pre-register for classes – Please turn on your email notifications and read your reservation emails for any updates to our policies.
📝 IMPORTANT NOTE: We appreciate your patience with the above setup instructions. If you have any difficulty setting up or accessing your account, please contact Jennifer Huggins directly: Email Now
COVID-19 REOPENING STRATEGY:
The Kingsway Boxing Club facility cleaning protocols have been updated to include professional antiviral and antibacterial (Sanitrol) cleaning products to be used when giving the gym a deep clean each day and in between use of all equipment. All Team KBC Coaches and Trainers have undergone Boxing Ontario Safety Protocol Training and we will continue to ensure training focused on procedures and protocols to continually enhance your safety.
The Kingsway Boxing Family has been back to training since June. As we build routines, return to work and kids go back to school, it’s important to continue keeping our community safe! Please be aware of any possible symptoms and contact us if you’re unsure.
Our staff, trainers and coaches will be following strict protocols limiting contact and ensuring the safety of our clients. In addition to cleaning in between clients and classes, a deep clean and sanitization of all locations are conducted at the beginning and end of each day.
All programs will be shifting to a virtual format effective immediately. Your coach will be in direct contact with private training clients, group programs and specialty enrolments to confirm access and logistics.
NEXT STEPS:
Make contact with your coach if you have not yet.
Check schedules as we are offering an array of virtual boxing and conditioning classes: Schedules
Note the following steps that MUST be taken Before your next visit: KBC COVID PROTOCOLS
Thank you so much for your patience and support as we navigate the ever changing legislation and situation. Please don’t hesitate to contact me back directly with any questions or concerns.
Sending you all love and appreciation. Stay safe, stay healthy and stay strong. In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… And Clean!
We’re contacting you directly today to clarify the next steps following the announcement of the “Grey Zone” in Toronto and Peel Region.
Grey Zone protocols directly affect ALL Kingsway Boxing Members and Programs. At this time, we will remain accessible for virtual training only until further notice. Read Official Boxing Ontario Statement
COVID-19 Update October 11, 2020
Happy Thanksgiving Kingsway Boxing Family,
I’m contacting you directly today to clarify next steps following the announcement of the “Modified Phase 2” in Toronto, Ottawa and Peel Region.
This announcement directly affects ALL Kingsway Boxing Members and Programs, however as a Licenced Club of Boxing Ontario, we WILL remain open until further notice. Read Official Boxing Ontario Statement
Please note the following steps that MUST be taken Before your next visit:
STEP 1 – Register For Boxing Ontario Recreational Licence ($25.00 Annually): (MANDATORY PHASE 1 & 2) – This Licence will allow access to our facilities throughout Phase 2 and ensures the member is covered under the Kingsway Boxing Club & Boxing Ontario insurance.
Important Note: 2020 licences are valid until Dec. 31 2020. Competitive Boxers holding their Boxing Ontario Competitive Licence do not require the Recreational Licence.
Part A: REGISTER NOW – ALL Returning clients require this licence. *Note that Competitive Boxers holding their Boxing Ontario Competitive Licence do not require the Recreational Licence. This Licence ensures the member is covered under the Kingsway Boxing Club insurance.
Thank you again for your support and patience as we navigate this new normal with you all!
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… AND CLEAN!
Jen, Virg and Team Kingsway Boxing
COVID-19 Update Sept 25, 2020
Dear Kingsway Boxing Family,
We hope the members of Kingsway Boxing and our community are staying safe throughout these challenging times. Since re-opening our locations in June, we’ve successfully implemented KBC COVID Protocols that have helped to keep our community active and safe. With the announcement of a second wave in Canada and a spike in numbers provincially, we would like to ensure you have the resources necessary to continue keeping yourself and others safe. Please do not hesitate to contact me directly if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you so much for your ongoing support and positivity!
Thank you again for your support and patience as we navigate this new normal with you all!
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… AND CLEAN!
Jen, Virg and Team Kingsway Boxing
COVID-19 Update August 30, 2020
Dear Kingsway Boxing Family,
I hope you’re enjoying Summer and are ready for Fall! While the world continues to challenge us all, I’m inspired to see how resilient and supportive our community has been. We’ve been busy at both of our Kingsway Boxing locations implementing safety protocols and physically distanced programs to keep our members and community safe and active.
Please note that our Fall Programs are nearly FULL, this is the last week to register for our Specialty High Performance Programs including:
Power4Teens and many other programs brought to you by the top trainers and coaches in the industry.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me directly for support navigating our registration or and questions about our protocols
We are all in this together. We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation and will follow guidance from Ontario Public Health officials and Boxing Ontario’s COVID Taskforce, so we can continue to support our members and community.
Thank you again for your support and patience as we navigate this new normal with you all!
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… AND CLEAN!
Jen, Virg and Team Kingsway Boxing
COVID-19 Update August 4, 2020
Dear Kingsway Boxing Family,
Thanks to ongoing community support, we launched our soft opening of both locations in June. Read Testimonials
Currently, we offer physically distanced private and small group training under Boxing Ontario COVID Taskforce and Ontario Government safety and sanitization protocols (see protocols below). As we continue the process of safely returning to training, Kingsway Boxing will continue offering virtual classes for those not returning immediately.
Please see below for the specialty seasonal enrolments now open for registration. Note that we will continue to add new classes and enrolments, however if you are having difficulty finding a class to accommodate your schedule, we are offering private training from 5am – 10 pm daily.
Thank you again for your support and patience as we navigate this new normal with you all!
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… AND CLEAN!
Jen, Virg and Team Kingsway Boxing
COVID-19 Update June 23, 2020
Dear Kingsway Boxing Family,
Thank you for supporting us through these challenging times. We are proud to inform you, that alongside the Boxing Ontario COVID Taskforce and Ontario Government, Kingsway Boxing Club Locations have been approved to reopen.
As we continue the process of safely returning to training, Kingsway Boxing Club will continue offering virtual classes for those not returning immediately. We launched the soft opening of our locations on Monday June 15, welcoming back private and small group training under strict safety and sanitization protocols (see information below).
The Kingsway Boxing Club facility cleaning protocols have been updated to include professional antiviral and antibacterial (Sanitrol) cleaning products to be used when giving the gym a deep clean each day and in between use of all equipment. All Team KBC Coaches and Trainers have undergone Boxing Ontario Safety Protocol Training and we will continue to ensure training focused on procedures and protocols to continually enhance your safety.
Thank you again for your support and patience as we navigate this new normal with you all!
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up… AND CLEAN!
Jen, Virg and Team Kingsway Boxing
COVID-19 Update March 29, 2020
Dear Team Kingsway Boxing Family,
We hope you’re all staying safe, healthy and we miss seeing everyone in training!
To give you an update, throughout this lockdown, Virgil and I have been working hard to prepare our facilities for when the doors reopen.
We want to thank our KBC Family who have continued their memberships throughout the pandemic. This kept us motivated and enabled us to take the next step. In order to adapt to the situation and provide some essential work for our coaches, we are now offering Virtual Classes and Personal Training! We are offering a range of class packages available to clients worldwide.
Active Monthly Members Will Have Unlimited Access To Online Classes
We recognize that these are difficult times for everyone and these programs will allow our small, team to provide our clients and members with a physical and mental outlet.
Continue to support and train alongside Team KBC
View options and register using link below. We are currently offering a variety of classes everyday and will be working to add new classes as the weeks progress. This is a very new process for all of us, so please be sure to keep in contact with any questions or concerns that may arise.
Click here to share your journey with Kingsway Boxing Club.
COVID-19 RESOURCE CENTRE
COVID-19, also known as novel coronavirus, is a serious public health concern. Businesses and communities will be at the forefront dealing with a multitude of COVID-19-related issues, which could cause severe business disruptions. Businesses are advised to prepare contingency plans to manage the COVID-19 novel coronavirus in North America and around the world.
Dear Team Kingsway Boxing Trainers Members and Clients,
On March 11, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic, and we all need to make decisions that best support our health and the health of those around us. As COVID-19 continues to have an impact in Canada and around the world, we wanted to share information about Kingsway Boxing Club’s efforts to ensure your health and safety, as well as our commitment to the community.
As the virus continues to spread in communities across Canada, and with Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer raising the public risk to ‘serious,’ we are seeing the need for increasingly bold action to reduce the transmission.
I am writing to you to personally inform you that we have made the difficult but important decision to close all Kingsway Boxing Club locations, effective immediately.
Our purpose has always been to invest in the community and provide the opportunity to live a healthy life. There is no moment in our history where that purpose is more important than today. Like other businesses across the country, we are closing our doors to further limit the spread of this virus and to protect the most vulnerable in our community. We know it is the right thing to do.
Special Notes:
Pre-Paid Sessions and program packages may be rescheduled. In the event the program is cancelled a credit will be applied to the clients account to be used within one year of purchase.
If it’s at all financially feasible for those with a Monthly Membership, we humbly ask that you consider continuing the monthly charge and practice remotely with us by way of our at home workouts available under Client Resources. Please consider this a gesture of support in keeping Kingsway Boxing Club afloat during this challenge. Just as importantly, all our teachers are independent contractors, and it remains unclear at this time whether they will be at all eligible for the financial support programs being loosely proposed by the federal government at this time.
If continuing your membership is not possible, please email jennifer@kingswayboxingclub.com to request your charges be suspended for the period for in which we’re closed.
We ask that if/when it comes time to suspend and restart, please exercise patience and understanding while we manage the undertaking of manually adjusting each individual pass and Membership to bring your account up to date.
We have been referred to a dedicated COVID-19 Resource Centre (see below) that provides information about the various implications of COVID-19 on businesses and their workforces, as well as key contacts should you have specific questions.
Thank you for your support! We look forward to reopening our doors as soon as possible and welcoming you back to Kingsway Boxing as soon as possible.
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up, and take care of yourself and each other.
Best Regards,
Jennifer Huggins Kingsway Boxing Club
www.kingswayboxingclub.com E. info@kingswayboxingclub.com T. +1 (416) 234-0075 Visit Jennifer on LinkedIn
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COVID-19 Update March 14, 2020
Dear Team Kingsway Boxing Trainers Members and Clients,
On March 11, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic, and we all need to make decisions that best support our health and the health of those around us. As COVID-19 continues to have an impact in Canada and around the world, we wanted to share information about Kingsway Boxing Club’s preparedness efforts to ensure your health and safety, as well as our continued service.
From the onset of COVID-19, Kingsway Boxing will take ongoing advise from our sanctioning bodies (Boxing Ontario and Boxing Canada) who are meeting on a daily basis to proactively monitor developments in Canada and abroad, implement best practices and provide regular updates to our trainers and clients.
CURRENT OPERATION: All locations currently remain open for business with safety protocols put in place (see below)
Programs that are already in session will continue at this time:
[Drop-In Classes] All classes at all locations will be operational with increased safety protocols
[Private Training] Our trainers are still available for one on one sessions. This is a good option if you would like to stay away from group settings.
[TRILOGY PHYSIOTHERAPY] All locations will be operational with increased safety protocols. Our therapy team is taking all necessary precautions including infection control practices, extra sanitization efforts, and additional screening precautions to actively identify anyone who may be at risk. Team members receive regular updates on the latest medical recommendations related to the outbreak.
[SPRING 2020] Muscle Run
[SPRING 2020] Fusion-Fit For Women
[SPRING 2020] OFF-THE-ROPES
[SPRING 2020] Warrior Women Fit (Delayed – Starts Mar. 28)
[SPRING 2020-MON] HIIT Conditioning Program
[SPRING 2020-THUR] HIIT Conditioning Program
[WINTER 2020] Slow flow Hatha Yoga with Patricia
[WINTER 2020] Kids 7+, Co-Ed and Girl Teen Boxing
UPCOMING OPERATION: Seasonal and High Performance Programs listed below will be postponed until we have a clear understanding of the situation:
[SPRING 2020] Kids 7+, Co-Ed Teen and Girl Teen Boxing Programs
[SPRING 2020] Fighting Fit For Guys
[SPRING 2020] Power4Teens Conditioning Program
[SPRING 2020] Slow flow Hatha Yoga
Pre-Paid Sessions and program packages may be rescheduled. In the event the program is cancelled a credit will be applied to the clients account to be used within one year of purchase.
We are fully prepared to implement our Business Continuity Plan to ensure uninterrupted service to our clients should the outbreak require a temporary closure and remote training.
We have been referred to a dedicated COVID-19 Resource Centre that provides information about the various implications of COVID-19 on businesses and their workforces, as well as key contacts should you have specific questions.
Please find below the changes to equipment use and protocols we are putting in place to ensure that we train together safely. This applies to all adult and youth classes including private training:
If you’re sick, stay home! If you have cold or flu-like symptoms, please stay home. If you cough or sneeze at class please do so into your elbow or a tissue, and wash hands straight away.
Communal gloves will no longer be available. We ask you bring your own gloves or purchase gloves from the gym.
We ask that every person train with a towel
Throughout the class you will need to clean all equipment you come in contact with using the sterilization solution provided.
We are trying to source hand sanitizer to put out for use before and after class, it’s hard to get the moment, so please bring your own if you have some.
Our trainers will be regularly wiping down equipment with sanitizer spray as a precaution.
We ask if you have returned from overseas that you follow the World Health Organization advice and get tested for COVID-19 virus when applicable.
TEAMWORK: When class is finished, all participants and trainers will be asked to wipe down any visible surface with the sterilization solution provided. If we work together to keep Kingsway clean, we will continue to work through this difficult time together.
We have increased our cleaning to nightly for any common surfaces at both location. I hope this provides you confidence in the actions we are taking to safeguard our people, our clients and our communities.
Remember the best way to keep your immune system strong is to eat healthy, drink lots of water, stay active and reduce stress. Use your best judgement. Though we are trying to provide a safe outlet during this difficult time, we want you to feel comfortable with your decisions.
We can’t compromise on the above and we apologize in advance but we need to be 100% committed to our standards.
Thanks for your support! See you at Kingsway Boxing soon.
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up!
Best Regards,
Jennifer Huggins Kingsway Boxing Club
www.kingswayboxingclub.com E. info@kingswayboxingclub.com T. +1 (416) 234-0075 Visit Jennifer on LinkedIn
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COVID-19 Update March 12, 2020
Dear Team Kingsway Boxing Trainers Members and Clients,
Yesterday, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic, and we all need to make decisions that best support our health and the health of those around us. As COVID-19 continues to have an impact in Canada and around the world, we wanted to share information about Kingsway Boxing Club’s preparedness efforts to ensure your health and safety, as well as our continued service.
From the onset of COVID-19, Kingsway Boxing will take ongoing advise from our sanctioning bodies (Boxing Ontario and Boxing Canada) who are meeting on a daily basis to proactively monitor developments in Canada and abroad, implement best practices and provide regular updates to our trainers and clients.
All locations currently remain open for business. We are fully prepared to implement our Business Continuity Plan to ensure uninterrupted service to our clients should the outbreak require a temporary closure and remote training.
We have been referred to a dedicated COVID-19 Resource Centre that provides information about the various implications of COVID-19 on businesses and their workforces, as well as key contacts should you have specific questions.
We also want to provide our trainers, clients and membership with simple steps to helping lower the risk of spreading the virus. For those that will be in large group settings and in close proximity to others, please follow these simple, but helpful instructions.
1. If sick, please stay home
2. Please have clients bring their own towels and use disinfectant sprays to clean all surfaces in which they touch or sweat on (including weights, bags/equipment and floor surfaces)
3. Take temperature daily
4. If you have a fever, cough, or breathing disturbance stay home
5. Wash hands prior to placement of gloves
6. Purchase individual equipment (this can be done at the gym)
7. Be aware to maintain 3 feet distance from other athletes or participants
8. Avoid shaking hands, and try not to touch the face, eyes, or nose
9. Cover mouth if coughing with tissue, or elbow area
10. Wash hands with warm soapy water for 20 seconds before and after training
11. Wipe down boxing and other equipment and gym with disinfectant cleaners more than usual
12. Follow good personal hygiene after every boxing practice or competition, including showering with soap and water and washing uniforms after use
We have increased our cleaning to nightly for any common surfaces at both location. I hope this provides you confidence in the actions we are taking to safeguard our people, our clients and our communities.
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up! 👊
Best Regards,
Jennifer Huggins Kingsway Boxing Club
www.kingswayboxingclub.com E. info@kingswayboxingclub.com T. +1 (416) 234-0075 Visit Jennifer on LinkedIn
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AVAILABLE TRAINING OPTIONS:
Pre-Scheduled Small-Group Classes: We will be offering pre-scheduled small group classes at both locations.
Private, Semi-Private, and Group Training: Both locations will be available to book for private and group training with your coach or trainer. Many clients are working with their trainers on a virtual platform, which will continue to be an option.
Membership Options: Currently we are not initiating NEW Monthly Memberships due to space restrictions. We are honouring existing Monthly Members with access to one (1) group class weekly with unlimited access to Virtual classes. View All Schedules
Fight Team Only Open Training Hours: Members will be able to book in at predetermined times to use the gym independent of the classes.
AT THE START, DURING AND END OF CLASSES
If you are not feeling 100% – please STAY HOME. Kingsway Boxing Club will ensure that Members and Staff are not feeling sick or have any symptoms (runny nose, cough, watering eyes) with a pre-visit screening. — View Next Step Protocols In Case Of Illness
Must Advance Register. All training conducted at Kingsway Boxing Club locations will require advance registration. To implement contact tracing, all persons to enter the Kingsway Boxing Club locations, who do not have a prescheduled appointment, must sign in with the list provided.
Class Sizes Reduced. New gym capacity and class size guidelines strictly following COVID-19 protocol.
Arrive On Time, But Not More Than 5 Mins Early. Clients will arrive on time, but not too early. Please show up no earlier than 5 minutes before class and exit the gym immediately following the class or session (staff require time to sanitize between sessions)
Wear your Mask To Enter And Exit. Clients must wear face coverings to enter and exit all Kingsway Boxing Club Locations. During physical exertion, it is allowed and recommended that all face coverings are removed.
Registered Massage Patients: Must wear masks throughout duration of massage therapy session.
No Spectators. Kingsway Boxing Club will require drop-off and pickup only. Due to social distancing procedures, we will not have a place for spectators or parents (special arrangements can be discussed if necessary)
Bring Your Own Equipment. Kingsway Boxing Club will provide new equipment for purchase and ensure that members are informed that shared equipment will not be provided by Kingsway Boxing Club. The list includes but is not limited to: boxing gloves, hand wraps, water bottles and floor mats. Staff and clients must take home all personal equipment to ensure proper cleaning of personal items.
Keep Your Physical Distance. Social distance floor markers of 6ft will be used to maintain adequate gym spacing protocols. Each Member is spaced 2 meters apart on designated heavy bags. There will be a mapped out “workout space” for each Member during off bag exercises. This will ensure Members maintain proper physical distance for the duration of the class. Members and staff are required to stick to toe taps & mental fist bumps! We ask that everyone limit their contact while in the Gym.
Clean Everything You Come In Contact With. Additional cleaning solutions will be provided to aid in members wiping down equipment before and after the use of any common area or equipment.
Limited Use Of Washrooms: Please come prepared to train, if you need a space for your bag, we will have specifically marked areas for bag drop off maintaining social distancing. Signs are posted in bathrooms showing proper hand-washing techniques and timing.
Sanitize Your Hands. Hand-sanitizer stations are provided at all contact points. If you touch your face or anything that may spread bodily fluid, please reapply sanitizer.
Hand Pads and Sparring. Hand pads and sparring will be strictly limited to participants who hold valid Boxing Ontario Licensing with Kingsway Boxing Club.
AFTER CLASS
Larger than normal gaps between classes will ensure that Staff has time to do a thorough cleaning of bags and equipment in-between classes.
Marked exit points for Members to ensure the flow of traffic and appropriate social distance.
Practice personal responsibility and attend Kingsway Boxing and High-Performance Studios at your own risk. If you are in a high-risk category or take care of someone who is, we understand that returning to Kingsway Boxing and High-Performance Studios may not be the right decision for you. By choosing to attend a class at Kingsway Boxing, even with the increased safety measures, you acknowledge and accept the additional risks associated with the global health pandemic COVID-19.
Please familiarize yourself with this “new normal” and do not hesitate to email us if you have any questions or concerns. info@kingswayboxingclub.com
If you have recently traveled please do not return to the gym until the government has deemed it safe.
If you have tested positive for COVID-19 or come in contact with someone who has we ask that you refrain from coming to the gym until you have been cleared with a negative COVID-19 test.
We thank you for your support as we return safely to training and our very important safety protocols.
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See You Online!
Since launching our virtual boxing and conditioning classes, the feedback has been amazing. We have now partnered with Beaver Boxing in Ottawa to expand our virtual program offerings including a special needs program by Boxing Without Barriers. We’re also excited to announce the launch of our Virtual Private Training Program designed to give you the most ATTENTION and ACCOUNTABILITY with the same HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE from our team of coaches and trainers.FULL STORY
Get Started TODAY With Our FREE One Week Virtual Pass!
Join us for classes every day of the week, with programs for all ages and fitness levels!
⚠️ Need Access Code? Please contact us for your unique password. Only active members of Kingsway Boxing Club and Beaver Boxing Club have access to the Virtual Boxing Club Video Library.
Kingsway Boxing presents our exclusive Virtual Corporate Training and Team-Building Programs.
Are you ready for an intensive virtual visit from our Internationally and Nationally-Certified Coaches?
Our corporate and school team building programs are easily accessible to all ages and fitness levels. Welcoming recreational sports enthusiasts, or even those who haven’t been out from behind their digital screens or off the couch in a while!
Our programs are structured to include full participation of the technical and tactical aspects of boxing in a fun and energetic platform. Get your team or class moving while building skills and confidence. Don’t forget to ask us about our Rocky Trivia add-on! Available both virtually and on-location.
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!
Drills With Boxing Skills Workout With Coach Phil Daniels
Place an object in front of you – a weight, a soup can, a hat, anything. This drill can be done in any sized space. It can be modified and expanded to emphasize cardio work or your punches or both, and can be “leveled up.”
Assume your boxing stance. Moving around the object in front of you to your right, take one step. immediately thereafter throw one punch. Take another step and throw two punches. Another step, 3 punches, another step, 4 punches, another step throw a 5 punch combo. Then:
10 Jumping Jacks
And/or 10 burpees
And /or 10 squats
Right away get back into boxing stance and fire another 5 punch combo. Repeat from the top, step, one punch. Step, 2 punches, step 3 punches, step 4, step then a 5 punch combo. Then:
9 Jumping Jacks
And/or 9 burpees
And /or 9 squats
Repeat and continue, next time 8 of everything, then 7 etc…..until you reach 0 on your JJ’s, and/or burpees, and/or squats.
Modifications:
Walk outs, leg lifts, step backs in place of JJ’s, burpees, squats.
You can also work your defence in after your punches as you move. Experiment with inserting defense into different moments within your 3,4, and 5 punch combos.
Additionally, change-up the footwork. Move left sometimes. Or you can take a “3 steps right, 2 steps left” footwork pattern before throwing punches. After your 5 punch combos, but before the Jumping Jacks – you can move in toward your object , throw another 5 punch combo, then move back out and launch another 5 punch combo, THEN start the JJ’s.
For more upper body workout, do the punching part of the drill with 5 lbs weights if available, and add presses and/or curls after the Jumping Jacks.
To enhance your boxing skills, consistent practice of the fundamentals is essential throughout your career.
To enhance your boxing skills, consistent practice of the fundamentals is essential throughout your career. As you progress and learn more advanced techniques, there’s a tendency for basic skills to diminish over time. However, it’s crucial to remember that the basics form the foundation of the sport and should be prioritized accordingly.
Below, we’ve assembled a fundamental 12-round workout suitable for individuals of any age or skill level. Enjoy!
THE BASICS: 12 ROUND WORKOUT
Be sure to practice:
Centre-line and Boxing Stance (balance and body awareness)
The Basic Punches (Jabs, Crosses, 1-2’s)
The Footwork (Forward, back, side-to-side)
Pivoting (Offensive and Defensive)
Once you have mastered all of the basics, it is also important to put it all together using shadow boxing, heavy bags, double-ended bags etc.
“It’s not necessarily the amount of time you spend at practice that counts; it’s what you put into the practice.”
Important Notes:
If you do not have access to a bag, simple shadow boxing will be just as effective if not more!
Beginners can start with 2 min rounds, however the aim should always be to working at 3 min rounds.
THE WARM UP:
ROUND 1 – Skipping – General warmup: Try to find your rhythm and warm up the full body.
ROUND 2 – Interval Skipping: Don’t be afraid to try different methods of skipping such as; doubles, crossover, knee highs, alternating legs. Skipping is great for conditioning, and foot work but over time it can get boring so mix it up and have fun.
THE JAB AND THE CROSS:
ROUND 3– JAB (1) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
10 Jabs – 1 pushup – 10 Jabs – 1 burpee
10 Jabs – 2 pushups – 10 Jabs – 2 burpees
Repeat for entire round and each time increasing the push up and burpee by 1. Add a pair of weights when comfortable.
ROUND 4 – CROSS (2) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
10 Cross’ – 1 pushup – 10 Cross’ – 1 burpee
10 Cross’ – 2 pushups – 10 Cross’ – 2 burpees
Repeat for entire round and each time increasing the push up and burpee by 1. Add a pair of weights when comfortable.
ROUND 5 – JAB, CROSS (1, 2) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
Repeat for entire round and each time increasing the push up and burpee by 1. Add a pair of weights when comfortable.
THE FOOTWORK:
ROUND 6 – Returning to Centre(Footwork Only) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
Work forward – backward – side to side footwork.
Every time return to centre stop and make sure you are balanced.
Repeat for entire round
ROUND 7 – Returning to Centre (Footwork with 1-2’s) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
Work forward – backward – side to side footwork.
Every time you return to centre stop and throw a 1-1-2 to make sure you are balanced.
Repeat for entire round
ROUND 8 – Clock Pivoting Drill (Footwork Only) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
Work defensive pivots always returning to centre-line facing the mirror.
EX. Pivot to 3’o clock move forward and back to centre – pivot back to mirror
Pivot to 9’o’clock move forward and back to centre – pivot back to mirror
Repeat for entire round
ROUND 9 – Clock Pivoting Drill (Footwork with 1-2’s) – In Boxing Stance (centre-line) facing the mirror
Work defensive pivots always returning to centre-line facing the mirror.
EX. Pivot to 3’o clock move forward and back to centre and throw a 1-1-2
Pivot to 9’o’clock move forward and back to centre and throw a 1-1-2
Repeat for entire round
THE HEAVY BAG:
ROUND 10 – 1-2-3 Location Pivots using theJAB (1)
Use your footwork to move around the bag to location 1, 2, or 3.
Only use your jab when your feet are set in boxing stance.
Double, triple jabs, to the head to the body keep moving and keep working.
ROUND 11 – 1-2-3 Location Pivots using theCROSS (2)
Use your footwork to move around the bag to location 1, 2, or 3.
Only use your Cross.
Make sure your feet are set before throwing your cross.
ROUND 12 – 1-2-3 Location Pivots using the JAB-CROSS (1-2)
Use your footwork to move around the bag to location 1, 2, or 3.
Only use your Jabs and Crosses. Make sure your feet are set before throwing your punches.
Try throwing different combinations like; 1-1-2, 1-2-1, 1-2-1-2, mix it up.
COOL DOWN:
As much time as you put into building your skills, you need to place as much importance on taking care of your body. Always make sure you cool down with a stretch and time to reflect and log your training!
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Like other businesses across the country, we are closed our doors until further limit the spread of this virus and to protect the most vulnerable in our community. We know it is the right thing to do. Our purpose has always been to invest in the community and provide the opportunity to live a healthy life. There is no moment in our history where that purpose is more important than today.
Now What?
This is an opportunity for you to go ‘Beast-Mode’ so you’re prepared to return in the best shape of your lives! See below for workouts you can either follow along with, or complete anytime and anywhere!
Thank you for always supporting Team KBC! We look forward to seeing you all soon…
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up, and take care of yourself and each other ❤️
Use this handout to help you train independently during Open Training Hours at the gym. For beginners, set rounds at 2 min with 30 sec. breaks – advanced boxers, set rounds at 3 min with 1 min breaks.
To become a better boxer, its necessary to practice the basics throughout your boxing career. Skills tend to diminish as time goes on and as you learn more advanced aspects of the sport. Always remember, the basics are the foundation of the sport.
FEATURE WORKOUTS FROM TEAM KBC
Drills With Boxing Skills Workout With Coach Phil Daniels
The FitFam Workout by Shyanne McPherson: Are you looking to get the kids off the couch and get moving as a family. Here’s a great workout for the whole family that will help keep everyone moving together!
FULL WORKOUT SESSIONS
During the COVID-19 pandemic, our Kingsway Boxing Family have found themselves looking for a little more motivation to be able to get in shape while in isolation. Thanks to our High-Performance specialists, we’re all going to keep moving… or at least the coaches will get into even better shape!
STAY AT HOME TIPS WITH TRILOGY PHYSIOTHERAPY
We are excited to introduce our Virtual Care plan! This enables our therapists to continue to provide care for our patients from home. It ensures the safety of our staff and patients and maintains social distancing while allowing us to keep helping YOU at this difficult time.
Spring is just around the corner! Virgil, myself and our team at Kingsway Boxing are excited as we gear up to launch our new Spring 2020 Programs.
Thank you to those who have already secured their enrolments – Our kids/teen programs and many of the High Performance programs are filling up quickly!
Kingsway Boxing operates out of two separate locations, empowering you to pursue a variety of interests and accomplish any goal. We run competitive and recreational boxing programs and host top rank fitness and high-performance athletic programs.
We are also proud to welcome back Power4Teens, brought to you by our fitness guru Shyanne McPherson, at our High P erformance Location!
See below for all the new programs available at both locations.
Let me know if you have any questions regarding programs or enrolments. In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up! 👊
Using your own bodyweight to build muscle and cardiovascular strength is an easy and effective workout. Because you don’t need any equipment, bodyweight exercise can be done anywhere, anytime. They are easily modified to challenge all fitness levels. Add extra reps or slow the tempo to progress the exercise.
Bodyweight exercises also ensure that joints are moving freely which can reduce exercise-related injuries. As compound exercises (numerous muscles and joints engaged) you will see gains in both muscle and flexibility.
To build your muscle AND cardiovascular strength, try doing bodyweight exercises like burpees and mountain climbers and you’ll get your heart pumping and build muscle strength quickly.
Quick HIIT Workout
Try these bodyweight exercises for a no excuses workout anywhere, anytime. Do each exercise for 30 seconds, take a 10-second break in between each and then hit it again 2 more times… and don’t forget to check out Jo-Anne’s exclusive HIIT Conditioning and Upcoming Muscle Run Programs.
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Use the fundamentals of boxing to get into the best shape of your life from the comfort of your own home! Jennifer Huggins and Virgil Barrow will be coming to you live from Kingsway Boxing Club with fun boxing drills packed into an effective 45 min workout for any age or fitness level! We’re also offering a range of other classes run bout our High-Performance Fitness Professionals…
All you need is enough space to drop into burpees and pushups! Maybe bring a water bottle if you decide you need a quick break.
(Active members receive unlimited access to the online class schedule listed below)
KINGSWAY BOXING ONLINE CLASS SCHEDULE
ONLINE PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
Kingsway Boxing presents our exclusive Virtual Corporate Training and Team Building Program
Are you ready for an intensive virtual visit from our Internationally and Nationally Certified Coaches?
This package gets your team off the ropes as we break down the essential components of boxing. Forget PowerPoint…this This is power punch time!
This program is easily accessible to the average recreational sports enthusiast, or even to those who haven’t been out from behind their Facebook pages or off the couch in a while! Our program is structured to systematically demonstrate and participate in the technical, offensive, and defensive aspects of boxing with fun, energy, and confidence.
You are guaranteed to benefit from this programs’ ability to sharpen focus, build teamwork and improve confidence.
After our workshops, you will have the knowledge of:
The feature film, FLINT STRONG is seeking background performers (both ACTRA & Non-Union) for various roles. Filming will take place in Toronto and the surrounding areas.
Shoot date: Various dates through April and May
Rate: $14.00/hour with an 8 hour minimum.
We are looking for men and women to fill the following background roles:
Boxing Judges
Boxing officials
Boxing fans/spectators
Timekeepers
Reporters
Photographers
If you are interested in being considered, please email All of the details listed below to : Casting@wayffglobal.com
Please include:
Subject line: [Flint Strong] Your Name.
Full Name
Height and weight
Union status (are you ACTRA or non-union)
City in which you live
Photos (close up and full body)
This is a great opportunity and will be a lot of fun! We will need background performers over the course of the shoot and will reach out to applicants we would like to book during that time. Please pass along to anyone you know who might be great!
“NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.”
In this Sept. 18, 2012, photo, Olympic gold medal boxer Claressa Shields skips rope at the Berston Field House in Flint, Mich. Shields is a fearsome presence in the ring. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
SEEKING MALE BOXERS (16 – 20 years old) FOR FLINT STRONG
Looking for African-American males with recreational or amateur boxing experience to be background performers in a feature film.
The feature film, FLINT STRONG is looking for male boxers, 16 – 20 years old, to be ‘special skill’ background performers. (both ACTRA & Non-Union) for various roles as part of the journey Claressa Shields took during her amateur career on her rise to the 2012 Olympics.
Shoot Date(s): These boxers will be needed anywhere from 1 – 5 days between March 18 – 30.
Background Performer Positions Available: (must have recreational/amateur boxing experience)
Rate: The rate is $303.00 flat for 8 hours of work. $57.00/hour of work after 8 hours.
We are looking for African American males that are 16 – 20 years old with boxing experience.
If you are interested in being considered as a ‘special skill’ background performer please email ALL of the details listed below toCasting@wayffglobal.com:
Photos of Performer (close up and full body) – please make sure photos are current.
Training Experience: Please list any and all boxing training/experience/competitions/achievements and feel free to include photos.
Do you have your own gloves/wraps/guards?
This is a great opportunity and will be a lot of fun! Please pass along to anyone you know who might be great. Thank you for the help!
Photo Credit: Virgil Barrow
NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
PLEASE NOTE: Our story is set in the impoverished world of Flint, Michigan so we are trying to reflect that hard scrabble world. Please submit all different body types, looks, ethnicities where possible. Looking for lots of grit and character here.
FLINT STRONG (Female Boxing Roles)
Feature Film ACTRA Draft: February 7th, 2020
Producers: Michael De Luca, Elishia Holmes, Barry Jenkins Director: Rachel Morrison (Black Panther) Writer: Barry Jenkins (Moonlight) Casting Director: John Buchan & Jason Knight Casting Assistant: Chandler Boriska Outside dates: March 16 – May 6, 2020 Location: Toronto
Claressa Shields is declared the winner in the gold-medal match at the London Olympics. Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty Images.
SEEKING BOXING REFEREES FOR FLINT STRONG
Looking for real boxing referees who have Recreational/Amateur/Professional Boxing experience to be featured in feature film.
The feature film, FLINT STRONG is casting real boxing referees (both ACTRA & Non-Union) for various roles of referees who worked bouts for the indomitable boxer, Claressa Shields during her amateur career on her rise to the 2012 Olympics. (Must be willing to travel to TORONTO at your own expense.)
Audition date: Candidates must fully submit the required items listed below. If selected for next phase, you will be contacted to come in for an audition (timing to be determined)
Shoot date: Various dates through April and May
Casting Position(s) Available: (Requesting Real Boxing Referees)
[NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL REFEREE] FEMALE & MALE. ALL AGES. ALL ETHNICITIES. 5’2-5’6 HEIGHT. ATHLETIC BUILD
If you are interested in being considered for one of the role listed above, please Email us: casting@wayffglobal.com
SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE:
Subject line: [Flint Strong] Role Name_Your Full Name
Full Name
Height
City in which you live
Action Photos – Full Referee Outfit (close up and full body)
(1min) Referee Video – preferable to be actual footage, if this is not possible please create a mock bout with two boxers. Include: cautions, standing 8-counts etc.
Training Experience: Please state if your experience is in Competitive Boxing (amateur/pro), sparring only, provincial/national/international achievements… etc. and pictures.
This is a great opportunity and will be a lot of fun! Please pass along to anyone you know who might be great. Thank you for the help!
NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
PLEASE NOTE: Our story is set in the impoverished world of Flint, Michigan so we are trying to reflect that hard scrabble world. Please submit all different body types, looks, ethnicities where possible. Looking for lots of grit and character here.
FLINT STRONG (Female Boxing Roles)
Feature Film ACTRA Draft: February 7th, 2020
Producers: Michael De Luca, Elishia Holmes, Barry Jenkins Director: Rachel Morrison (Black Panther) Writer: Barry Jenkins (Moonlight) Casting Director: John Buchan & Jason Knight Casting Assistant: Chandler Boriska Outside dates: March 16 – May 6, 2020 Location: Toronto
Looking for talented women who have Recreational/Amateur/Professional Boxing experience to be featured in feature film.
The feature film, FLINT STRONG is casting real female boxers (both ACTRA & Non-Union) for various roles of opponents that faced the indomitable boxer, Claressa Shields during her amateur career on her rise to the 2012 Olympics. (Must be willing to travel to TORONTO at your own expense.)
If you are interested in being considered for one of the 6 opponent roles listed above, please Email us: casting@wayffglobal.com
Please include:
Subject line: [Flint Strong] Role Name_Your Name.
Full Name
Age
Height
Weight
City in which you live
Photos (close up and full body)
Training Experience: Please state if your experience is in Competitive Boxing (amateur/pro), sparring only, provincial/national/international achievements… etc. and pictures.
This is a great opportunity and will be a lot of fun! Please pass along to anyone you know who might be great. Thank you for the help!
NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
PLEASE NOTE: Our story is set in the impoverished world of Flint, Michigan so we are trying to reflect that hard scrabble world. Please submit all different body types, looks, ethnicities where possible. Looking for lots of grit and character here.
FLINT STRONG (Female Boxing Roles)
Feature Film ACTRA Draft: February 7th, 2020
Producers: Michael De Luca, Elishia Holmes, Barry Jenkins Director: Rachel Morrison (Black Panther) Writer: Barry Jenkins (Moonlight) Casting Director: John Buchan & Jason Knight Casting Assistant: Chandler Boriska Outside dates: March 16 – May 6, 2020 Location: Toronto
Self Testing for Restrictions, “ Try this at Home”
Written by Jim Marinow a Registered Massage Therapist, Fascial Stretch Therapist and Tui Na Practitioner at Trilogy Physiotherapy.
First off, you will need a 12 foot ladder, a blindfold, a pair of flip flops and some bacon grease…… oops sorry, that’s the Intro to Parkour article.
As a therapist, whenever I treat an injury I always want to know “the why’. When a patient tells me that something hurts, I want to know why that muscle, ligament, tendon or joint failed to perform. Understanding the cause makes it easier to both treat the injury and prevent its recurrence.
In practice, this looks like something along the lines of, “OK, so now that we have that injury feeling better, here is the exercise(s) you should do before every workout to keep it from getting re-injured’.
An absolute best case scenario is when I can identify ‘an injury’ before it happens. Sound like Voodoo? Not really.
Weakness, imbalances in strength, or excessive tightness are all warning signs that if you place that structure (joint, muscle, ligament) under weight-bearing stress or repeated use, it may result in a painful tear or just gradually develop into an area of chronic injury.
Our bodies are remarkable mechanisms. When we ask them to run, they run, if we want them to throw a punch or a ball, they will perform. The problem is, that if one of the muscles (or joints) that is supposed to be involved in that movement pattern is not fully up to the task, then something else will take over to perform that movement for you. While this sounds great, it can easily lead to dysfunction and pain when a stabilizer muscle is trying to do the work of a driver’s muscle, YIKES!
Preventative maintenance: (Prehab) is always way easier and far more pleasurable than treating an injury (Rehab).
As a part of my practice, I offer my patients a comprehensive assessment that takes into consideration the activity/sport and then identifies any vulnerabilities. Armed with this knowledge you will be able to integrate the necessary stretch, strengthening or activation exercise into your warm-up or warm down that will help keep you moving optimally and pain-free.
Try this at home:
Stand barefoot with your feet shoulder-width apart
Slowly raise your Right knee to just above hip level as you stretch your right arm up above your head towards the ceiling
Hinge at the hip and start to bend forward (Keeping your spine in a straight line) as you reach your right hand down towards the floor, simultaneously stretch your right leg back towards the wall behind you keeping it parallel to the floor.
Touch the floor with your right hand about 12 inches in front of your foot (feel free to bend your left knee to get down there)
Slowly return to start position and repeat 5 times without letting your right foot touch the floor
Repeat on the left.
Observe:
Was one side stronger or more balanced than the other?
Were you unable to perform the exercise at all?
Were you wobbling a lot through the movement?
Did your support knee move from side to side as you reached for the floor?
Was anything painful or uncomfortable through the movement (Knee, Hip, Ankle)?
If you struggled with the exercise, that’s fine, it’s not supposed to be easy. If you answered yes to any of the above, you may be experiencing some instability or weakness that can become problematic when you run, squat, lunge or climb.
Manual Therapy/Massage Therapy can help to activate a muscle that has stopped doing its job or is taking a temporary break. Releasing tension in muscles adjacent to an area of instability also helps get movement patterns to normalize, and will make your stretching routine far more productive.
Book an assessment to get the most out of your time at the gym or at your chosen Sport.
Jim Marinow is a Registered Massage Therapist, Fascial Stretch Therapist and Tui Na practitioner. He can be found at Trilogy Physiotherapy and Trilogy at Kingsway Boxing
Currently Booking Appointments With Trilogy Physiotherapy At KINGSWAY BOXING HIGH-PERFORMANCE STUDIOS | 3046 Bloor St. W. Toronto ON.
Dear Kingsway Boxing and Fight To End Cancer Family!
I hope you’re enjoying the few weeks before the holiday rush! Our programs are filling up quickly… Don’t miss out on being a part of our 2020 specialty programs including all new classes and our new partnership with Trilogy Physiotherapy at our High Performance Studio. See below for program dates and registration!
I have personally been missing my time with everyone this season however I wanted to update you on what’s going on! I was honoured to be elected as the President of Boxing Ontario last month and am just settling into the position. Due to the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Olympics, I have also been selected to officiate (referee and judge) various national and international qualifying tournaments. You can follow along as I head out to Australia next then back to Quebec at the end of the year (Full Story Below). The most incredible takeaway from this experience, is to see that the boxers right here at Kingsway Boxing Club are heading in the direction of these world class athletes!
2019 has been an incredible year for both the Kingsway Boxing and Fight To End Cancer families! We want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us hit the 1.5 Million Dollar milestone in direct donations to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation! We’re even more motivated to break new barriers and reach unimaginable heights as we head into our next chapter of the Fight To End Cancer!
Our Fall Kids and Teen Program are nearing completion or have completed (see below for end dates). Thank you to those who have already enrolled for the Winter 2020 Programs!
I have personally been missing my time with the kids this season however I wanted to update you on what’s going on! I was honoured to be elected as Boxing Ontario’s President last month and am just settling into the position. Due to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, I have also been selected to officiate (referee and judge) around the world for the Olympic Boxing Qualifiers. You can follow along as I head out to Australia next then back to Quebec at the end of the year (full story). The most incredible takeaway from this experience, is to see that the boxers right here at Kingsway Boxing Club are heading in the direction of these world class athletes!
Virg, Phil and the team have been updating me with how awesome the boxers have been progressing. Thank you for being so understanding of my absence, please let the kids and teens know how much I miss them. I look forward to catching up with everyone in the Winter Season!
[PROGRAM REGISTRATION WINTER 2020] KIDS 7+, CO-ED TEEN & GIRLS TEEN BOXING
Note that early enrolment is now open however programs are filling quickly. Register Now
[SPECIAL PRIVATE TRAINING] Limited Spots Available
This is a great option for the kids who are looking to not take time off between seasonal programs. These special private lessons will be conducted with our assistant coaches and will be offered at the discounted rate of $100.00 for 3 sessions. Note that availability is limited. Please “Reply-All” to request sessions.
[NEXT STEPS] YOUTH RECREATIONAL & COMPETITIVE PROGRAM Offered Year-Round
This is the next progression for boxers interested in taking boxing the next step. Participants can remain recreational, however they will be invited into sparring (optional) and continue their growth as technical boxers. We offer membership and Drop-In packages.
Our Youth Boxing Programs are run by Canadian National Coaches Jennifer Huggins, Virgil Barrow, Phil Daniels alongside our Boxing Ontario Assistant coaches. Those who participate in these classes learn the technical components of the sport, and are given an opportunity to explore their confidence in ways that will help them in all walks of life. The Youth Boxing Membership is appropriate for participants ages 11-19, we also have a special junior program for boxers 7-11 years old. More Info
Please don’t hesitate to contact me back if you have any questions or concerns.
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up! 👊
Best Regards,
Jennifer Huggins
Kingsway Boxing Club
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Written by Jim Marinow a Registered Massage Therapist, Fascial Stretch Therapist and Tui Na Practitioner at Trilogy Physiotherapy.
Well….. that all depends. Flexibility is important when it comes to healthy joint function as we take our body through various planes of movement (after long periods of sitting) Taking the time to stretch is great, but making the most of how you stretch is even better.
The stretch before an activity is best done as a dynamic (or moving) stretch. This means, taking whatever muscle groups you will be using, through movements similar to your intended activity.
As an example, if your activity is running your warm-up might include: standing on one leg and touching the floor, followed by gentle walking lunges.
The first part (standing on one leg and doing floor touches) helps to initiate the weight transfer that happens during running and ‘wakes up’ the ankle, knee and hip. The second part (walking lunges) help to activate the Quads, Glutes and Hamstrings, get some blood moving to those muscles. Add in a couple more moving stretches and you have sent the message to your muscles and joints that say ‘Hey its time to work!’
The type of stretch after an activity that is most useful is a static stretch. This is the stretch that you hold for a longer period of time and relax into. As an example: a seated hamstring stretch, where you reach for your toes and hold can be a part of a great injury prevention strategy.
Aggressive static stretching causes muscles to get protective about being forced into a stretch and create unwanted tightness. Listen to your body, take your stretch to the very first “barrier” (this is where you feel a gentle pull?) and breathe. Hold until you either no longer feel the stretch or feel less stretch. This may take up to 2 minutes.
How to ‘Save your Neck’, after all, it holds your head up!
Written by Jim Marinow a Registered Massage Therapist, Fascial Stretch Therapist and Tui Na Practitioner at Trilogy Physiotherapy.
We all tend to slump a bit at our desk, we look down into our lap to view the screen on our handheld device, and our chin pitches forward a little when we drive….Yikes!
When your chin moves forward and your shoulders ‘round’ inward, a number of unpleasant things happen at your neck and shoulders.
For every 15 degrees that our head comes forward (from upright), there is roughly 15lbs of pressure exerted on the cervical spine (your neck). So, at 45 degrees of ‘forward pitch’, (which is roughly where your head is when looking down at your handheld device), you have the equivalent of a 4-year-old child sitting on top of your head.
Most of us do this for over 1,000 hours a year!
This can lead to a complex of problems known as Upper Crossed Syndrome: The muscles of the upper back become over-active and strained, while the chest muscles become shortened and tight which eventually leads to headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain, and postural disorders.
The fix: The best position for sitting at your desk is movement! Standing work stations are great but don’t try standing all day. The magic to diminishing the ill effects your desk is to keep changing your position.
For example:
Sit for a while and try to be mindful of your posture, as soon as you notice yourself slouching, move to a standing position,
If you take a phone call, walk around while you are talking.
Go back to sitting for a while, then return to standing with one foot elevated on a couple of books (be nicer than that to your books and use a low box).
Getting regular manual therapy to help the process along is also a great idea to helping keep your neck and shoulders healthy. The hands-on release of Trigger Points (Knots) in your neck and shoulders, enables those muscles to move through their intended Ranges of Motion, have better circulation and allow your body to feel relaxed while maintaining good posture.
Our muscles instinctively move away from pain and discomfort, so if a muscle is tight, sore, and ‘talking’ (or screaming) at you, your body will try to move into a position that avoids discomfort. Massage therapy removes the discomfort and allows your muscles to maintain great posture without struggling.
In my practice, I provide manual therapy to release tight and overexerted muscles. I also activate muscles that have been weakened by underuse and I teach my patients simple and effective exercises that can be done in the office or at home to help offset the postural problems which are associated with sitting for long periods of time.
If you look at a list of body parts men want to tone, somewhere up near the top, you’ll see abs. Sure, bulging biceps would be great, and you probably wouldn’t mind pecs that pop either. But abs — those elusive, sculpted, six-pack symbol of hyper-fitness — are universally sought on any fitness list. And yet, there is a cottage industry selling misguided, haphazard ab advice. The best abs workouts for men are pretty hard to come by.
We recommend the following top 5:
Flutter Kick
Lie on your back, legs extended, heels about 6 inches off the ground. Place your hands by your sides or under the small of your back for support. Begin to scissor your legs up and down, as if you are doing the backstroke in the pool. Flutter kick for 20 seconds, rest 10, then do 20 seconds more.
Leg Drop
Lie on your back on the floor, legs straight up in the air, feet together. Place your hands by your sides or under the small of your back for support. Without bending your knees, lower your legs to just above the floor, then raise them back to their vertical position. Do 10 reps, rest 10 seconds, then do another 10 reps.
Russian Twist
Grab an 8-10 pound medicine ball or dumbbell. Sit on the floor, knees bent, feet flat in front of you. Hold the weight with both hands, arms straight in front of your chest. Lean back so that your body is at 45 degrees (mid-situp position). Twist to the right, letting your arms swing over to your right side. Twist back to the left, letting arms swing to the left side of your body. That’s one rep. Do 10 reps, rest 10 seconds. Do 3 sets.
Plank
Get into an extended pushup position, then lower yourself to your elbows. Keeping your body in a straight line from head to toe, hold the position for 60 seconds. For variations on the theme, try a side plank (prop yourself up on one elbow, then raise your hips off the ground to create a straight line from your feet to your shoulders).
Sit on the floor, knees bent, feet flat in front of you. Place a medicine ball between your feet. Lean back and lift your feet off the floor, straightening your legs until your weight is balanced in a V position. From here, either hold this position for 30 seconds, or for a more advanced challenge, bend and straighten your legs while maintaining the V-hold. Relax, then repeat.
Are You Up To The Challenge? Kingsway Boxing Club Is Featuring A Monthly Challenge… For A Great Cause!
#KBCchallenge October 2019 – PLANKS
As our fall season is in full swing we thought we’d set up a series of monthly challenges to motivate you on a daily basis. Because moving EVERY DAY is important to building and maintaining optimal health and fitness.
Our first challenge for the month of October is a PLANK challenge. You can get your plank done in a class at home, at the office or in the gym, we just want you to get it done! Click here for a printable version.
Here’s how it works:
Follow the chart and record how many days you completed a plank. Those who complete the chart AND can hold the plank longer than the allotted 2:00 minute maximum will be challenged even further. You will have to do a plank with another person present (for verification) and send us a photo of you doing the plank and your final time. The person who can hold a plank the longest will win a pair of Fight To End Cancer boxing gloves and be featured on KBC social media!
High Performance coach Jo-Anne demonstrating a perfect PLANK
Kingsway Boxing is proud to officially partner with Trilogy Physiotherapy, Welcome Team Trilogy!
The team at Trilogy Physiotherapy are top-notch and experts in their field. Already established in Downtown Toronto, with a second location right here in The Kingsway, Trilogy brings many years of experience and advanced techniques for treating athletes and sports enthusiasts of all kinds. In September, Trilogy Physiotherapy was nominated as one of the Top 10 physiotherapy clinics in Toronto, and Jason Gallant (clinic founder) as one of the Top 10 physiotherapists. Hundreds voted, & the results are finally in! Congratulations Trilogy Physiotherapy and Jason for this incredible achievement.
Jason is clinic director and co-owner at Trilogy Physiotherapy. He brings years of experience from various sports and orthopaedic clinics in the GTA. Jason graduated with dual Bachelor degrees in Physical & Health Education and Biology from Queen’s University. From there, he completed a Master of Science Physical Therapy degree, also from Queen’s.
The entire KBC crew came out to welcome these incredible athletes as they shared their journeys and some excellent advice amongst our boxers.
TEAM KBC WELCOMES JOSHUA BUATSI & DEEDRA CHESTNUT
Deedra Chestnut and Joshua Buatsi stopped by the gym to speak to the Kingsway Boxing Club youth and elite boxing teams.
Last Tuesday, British Olympic Medalist, Joshua Buatsi and past Canadian National Boxer Deedra Chestnut, spent the afternoon talking with our youth, and later our elite boxers. Both athletes are incredibly humble, wise and inspiring. As they spoke with the teams, you could feel the dedication they both have for boxing and it was clear how much they bring to the sport. You could also see the inspiration in everyone’s eyes as you looked around the room as they told their stories. Deedra and Joshua described their journeys and what’s next for them. Following their talk, both champions hung out at the gym, watching our athletes show off their talents offering tips to the aspiring athletes.
Thank you to both for inspiring greatness amongst our youth and elite boxer! It was so amazing to hear their boxing stories and how the hard work and dedication continues to pay off for these athletes.
Our youth boxers hanging onto every word.
ABOUT JOSHUA BUATSI
Joshua Buatsi (born 14 March 1993), is a Ghanaian-born British professional boxer. He competed at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in the light heavyweight division, winning an Olympic bronze medal.[1] He turned professional on 5 June 2017, signing with Matchroom Boxing. He is managed by former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua.
ABOUT DEEDRA CHESTNUT
Deedra Chestnut, Canadian Born Amateur Boxer, will be training her heart out as she prepares for the African games in 4.5 weeks. Deedra is honored to be the first women to represent Sierra Leone at ANY international competition ever. Keep your eyes on this one, as it won’t be the last you see of her or Joshua.
Summer has flown by! As we enter into September, Virgil, myself and our team at Kingsway Boxing are excited to share our Fall 2019 programming! Thank you to those who have already secured their enrolments for our 2019 Fall Programs – Our kids/teen programs and many of the High Performance programs are nearly full!
See below for all the new programs available at both locations! Also be sure to Join the Kingsway Boxing and Fight To End Cancer Families outside of our studio location at Royal York and Bloor (3046 Bloor St. W) this Friday through Sunday! This will be our 13th Annual attendance at the festival and we are celebrating with Boxing Lessons, Raffles, Special Packages and much more! We’ll also be searching for our FTEC2020 Fight Team (info at the bottom of this email).
In The Meantime, Keep Your Hands Up!
Jennifer Huggins
Kingsway Boxing Club
E. jennifer@kingswayboxingclub.com
T. +1 (416) 234-0075
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Brought to you by professional MMA fighter, Melissa Karagianis, Beginner Muay Thai Program is a 60-minute coed Muay Thai class. You will be taught beginner to intermediate techniques. Muay Thai is known as the science of eight limbs meaning you use your shins, fist, elbows, and knees.
Throughout the six-week program, you will learn proper striking technique, improve your cardio and full-body conditioning. This class is fun, interactive and challenging.
BONUS – All will get a free access membership to our Boxing Gym Location during open training hours for the duration of the program!
The Workout: The beginners Muay Thai Program is 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 60 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!
KBC Family: Make new friends and become a part of the Kingsway Boxing – Muay Thai Family! Everyone supports each other and it’s an experience like none other. Come and see for yourself! Get fit and have fun!
At Kingsway Boxing High Performance Studios, we have partnered with Trilogy Physiotherapy, a team specializing in sports therapies, advanced massage & registered physiotherapy focusing on the needs and goals of Toronto’s active community.
The therapists at Trilogy have many years of experience and advanced education treating athletes of all kinds. Our performance therapy helps you recover from injury and allows you to train and perform at your best.
Our therapies include:
Physiotherapy
Registered massage therapy
Fascial stretch therapy
Cupping
Acupuncture/dry needling
Personal exercise programs and training
Athletic taping
All services are covered by extended health benefit plans for physiotherapy and massage therapy.
BBC EXCLUSIVE: EXCLUDED FROM SCHOOL: HOW BOXING HELPS TEENS WITH ADHD
These teenagers all have ADHD and have been excluded from mainstream school. Here they tell how the sport of boxing is helping them channel their excess energy and improve their life skills.
In an amateur boxing gym in Barry, 14-year-old Levi is tugging on his boxing gloves, ready to join his friends in training.
Some are already practicing in the ring, aiming jabs and uppercuts.
Others are punching the bags or skipping as music plays in the background and the smell of sweat and chalk permeates the air.
Levi is a fighter.
He always has been. In fact, he has been excluded from school twice for disobedient behaviour.
Gabriel Pietrangelo keeps his hands up during a training session in the ring at the Kingsway Boxing Club.
TORONTO.COM EXCLUSIVE: Enter The Ring In South Etobicoke
toronto.com slips on the gloves and goes a few rounds
Geoff Britnell works with a double-ended bag during a training session at the Kingsway Boxing Club.
Coach Jennifer Huggins (left) uses focus mitts to train with Vinni Kana at the Kingsway Boxing Club.
The “sweet science” is practiced in the “squared circle,” also known as “the ring.” In south Etobicoke, budding pugilists hone their skills at Kingsway Boxing Club. The club offers competitive and recreational boxing programs, that aim to take athletes to the next level of competition. Kingsway’s mission is to help improve every athlete that takes up the game, regardless of their sporting goals. The coaching staff has real-world boxing experience, that they share with each and every athlete in training.
Jo-Anne Sheffield: Running for my physical and mental health
Why Running Should Be Part of Your Boxing Regime | By: Jo-Anne Sheffield
Humans are built to run. As hunters we survived by running to catch our prey and biomechanically, we are built to run. Just look at the shape of our feet, bodies, spine and our ability to sweat making us able to run long distances.
There are many physical benefits to running like improved cardiovascular output, building muscular strength, burning calories and with-it fat, but for me, the benefits are more mental. You see, when we run our brain releases a chemical called endorphins which helps our nervous system cope with pain and stress. And after running long distances some people (me included) have a ‘runners high’. It has also been proven that running can improve your mind at any age and fight age-related cognitive decline plus spending just 30 minutes on a treadmill is enough to lift the mood of someone suffering from major depressive disorder, according to a study published in the journal of the American College of Sports Medicine.
There are many ways to add running to your fitness regime, especially if you’re a boxer. Just think Rocky. He didn’t walk up those stairs in Philadelphia he ran them, over and over again.
Run-Walk Method
If you’re new to running, it’s best to start with a run/walk plan. This method was created by US Olympian Jeff Galloway and the concept is to not walk when you feel tired but to take a short break and then stay at the same pace throughout the run.
Ideally you want to start running longer and walking less. This is an effective way to start getting your cardiovascular output up without leaving you winded and discouraged.
Improving Run Performance
If you’re already a runner and want to improve your pace or distance, consider finding a run coach or online plan to help guide you through the process and set realistic goals. There are also run groups if you need the comradery and accountability of group to push you to the next level.
Feel free to contact me if you want to discuss running or any cardio/fitness related topics.
Jo
Join HIIT Conditioning at Kingsway Boxing Club Every Monday At 5:45pm
Jo-Anne Sheffield | High Performance Instructor | Personal Trainer
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.
Jo-Anne’s moto is “Just keep moving” and while she has run many races she is particularly proud of her two Boston marathon finishes.
Are you a Registered Massage Therapist, Osteopath or Physiotherapist looking to take the next step to set up your own practice?
Location: Kingsway Boxing Club | THE HIGH-PERFORMANCE STUDIOS | 3046 Bloor St. W. Toronto ON.
Our High-Performance Studio is modern, professional, welcoming, and inclusive. Our team focus on booking and maintaining a busy schedule along with providing the clinical support you need. This is a perfect opportunity to establish a new business or build on an existing one while becoming a part of the family here at Kingsway Boxing Club.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Private Room in the heart of the Kingsway appropriate for RMT, Physiotherapy, etc. Nutrition
Turnkey client databasing
Set your own hours
MEDICAL REFERRAL NETWORK:
We have a consistent patient flow due to our medical doctors and specialist team. Flexible schedule, comprehensive and competitive compensation package
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Performing high-quality treatments with a complete focus on patient care, maintaining a strong and collaborative working relationship with your colleagues.
If you are interested in working in a sport therapy, patient-focused team atmosphere, we would love to hear from you.
[Summer Enrolment Closing]
Last Class and Next Steps
Dear Kids, Parents and Teens,
This will be the last week of classes for our Spring Kids, Girls and Co-Ed Teen Programs. Thank you to those who have already enrolled for the Summer 2019 Program. I wanted to remind you that this will be the last opportunity to register your teens at the discounted rate. Our Summer programs are nearly full, so please register this week.
REGISTRATION: 2019 Summer Programs Restart First Week Of July!
Every Tuesday and Thursday 5pm – 6pm
Saturday 11:00 am (year-round)
This is highly recommended to all participants who have attended our seasonal programs, especially those who are looking to take boxing to the next level.
We will be registering with the following options:
As you know, we have a competitive boxing team that trains and competes year-round at tournaments and club competitions. Many of our kids and teens have recently started boxing and are interested in taking the next steps. Be sure to stop by this weekend to support the team and see what competitive boxing is all about! Note that the “Fun-Box” division will be competing on Saturday at 1pm. This is for the little ones 12 and under! More info
Please do not hesitate to contact me directly if you have any questions or concerns.
POUND-FOR-POUND: Heavyweight Works by Fight To End Cancer Artists: A Knockout Success
On May 7th, in partnership with Steam Whistle and FUJIFILM Canada, The Fight To End Cancer held their inaugural Pound-For-Pound: Heavyweight Works by Fight To End Cancer Artists gallery launch event. The event was hosted at the fantastic Steam Whistle Gallery in the heart of Toronto. The show features approximately 30 photos donated by talented members of the Fight To End Cancer family, printed on metal, by our newest photo partners at Fujifilm Print Life.
Our exhibit photographers will be exhibiting 1-5 pieces on site at the Steam Whistle Gallery for the month of May and on our online auction open to the world at ftecauction.ca
Exhibit Photographers: Spencer Wynn, Virgil Barrow, Rebecca Freeman, Chris Small, Matteo Forgione, Jeff McNeill, Chris Hominuk, Kaitlyn Black, Sandi Ralph, Krissy Turriff, Mette-Margrethe Nielsen (view bios and preview photos).
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For the first time ever, Fight To End Cancer is holding an online auction open to the public. Our 2019 auction, presented by Humbertown Jewellers, is now open to the public and also features our Pound-For-Pound Photo Exhibit live at the Steam Whistle for the month of May!
100% funds collected from the Fight To End Cancer Auction Items is donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Don’t miss your chance to secure your item!
Virgil Barrow, exhibit feature photographer, picked up the camera only three short years ago. He is not only incredible behind the the camera, but is also the force behind training the Fight To End Cancer fight team, year after year. Photo Credit: Alisia DeMelo
Matteo Forgione, 16 year old Pound-For-Pound photographer, made the first sale of the exhibit when Allison Dellandrea (FTEC2017 Fighter) donated $300 for his piece. Photo Credit: Alisia DeMelo
Krissy Turriff and Chris Small pose with ‘Indonesian Sweet-T’. Both Krissy and Chris are feature photographers in the Pound-For-Pound Photo Exhibit
The launch event saw over 200 art and cancer research supporters who came together to enjoy live music, food, art, drinks and some inspirational words, all in support of a great cause. The guests also had a chance to win some prizes and purchase some great pieces. Each of the beautiful pieces on display in the gallery are for sale, with all proceeds going to the Fight to End Cancer benefiting The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
The night was kicked off with a great set by Soda Blue, welcoming guests as they arrived. Once inside and enjoying the music, the crowd was able to enjoy tasty appetizers paired with Steam Whistle Pilsner or a selection of wine, as they perused the fantastic art.
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The night was kicked off with a great set by our official FTEC band, Soda Blue! Photo Credit: Alisia DeMelo
In addition to the photos on display, the guests were treated to a live painting demonstration by the very talented artist Grace Miah. The incredible piece will be featured in our online charity auction until May 31! Photo Credit Alisia DeMelo
Beyond the art and fun, the crowd was reminded why we chose to fight with inspirational words from Jim Mosher of Landscape Plus, each of the contributing artists in attendance and the incomparable Jennifer Huggins, founder of Fight To End Cancer. Photo Credit: Alisia DeMelo
The inaugural Pound-For-Pound photo gallery event hosted by Steam Whistle, was a huge success and has generated thousands of dollars for the Fight To End Cancer. Artists are already asking about next year’s gallery. Photo Credit: Alisia DeMelo
In addition to the photos on display, the guests were treated to a live painting demonstration by the very talented artist Grace Miah. Grace’s wonderful painting, along with a striking mixed media piece, the photos on display in the gallery and some additional pieces, are all available for purchase through the online auction site. (www.ftecauction.ca)
In addition to raffle tickets, for a chance to win prize packs from the Fight To End Cancer and Steam Whistle, guests could purchase Fight To End Cancer tie bars and lapel pins from our friends at Grafton Apparel. Their annual campaign, which has raised over $235,000, continues now through to the end of June. You can visit any of their stores including Tip Top Tailors, George Richards and Mr. Big & Tall Menswear and for a $20 donation pickup a tie bar or lapel pin.
Beyond the art and fun, the crowd was reminded why we chose to fight, with inspirational words from Jim Mosher of Landscape Plus, each of the contributing artists in attendance and the incomparable Jennifer Huggins.
The inaugural event was a huge success and is already generating thousands of dollars for the Fight To End Cancer with artists already asking about next year’s gallery. If you didn’t make it to this year’s launch event, you can still go visit our friends at Steam Whistle and enjoy a tasty beverage while enjoying the photos. The show runs through until the end of May.
The Fight To End Cancer (FTEC) is a year round initiative carried out by ambassadors, sponsors and volunteers worldwide. Over $1,000,000 has been donated to date since our inaugural year in 2012. Funds raised by FTEC are donated directly to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Each year we celebrate the incredible hard work and dedication of our FTEC family with a black-tie charity boxing gala. This gala showcases ten men and women who represent our Official Fight Team. Our goal is to raise funds for cancer research year-round with the support of the local community and business owners. Let’s make a difference now in the fight to end cancer for a long and successful future for everyone. This is an event like no other and has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in Toronto. www.fighttoendcancer.com
About The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation at University Health Network raises funds for breakthrough research, exemplary teaching and compassionate care at Princess Margaret Hospital and its research arm, the Ontario Cancer Institute, which now includes The Campbell Family Cancer Research Institute and The Campbell Family Breast Cancer Research Institute. More information about the Foundation can be found at www.thepmcf.ca
The Steam Whistle story begins in the spring of 1998 with three friends on a canoe trip through Ontario’s beautiful heartland.
Greg Taylor, Cam Heaps and Greg Cromwell had been colleagues at one of Canada’s premier microbreweries in the late 1980’s and 90’s, before it was bought out by a national brewer and closed down, like so many of Ontario’s independent breweries. As they sat around the campfire, the self-named “Three Fired Guys” dreamed of running their own brewery one day—one that would make a Pilsner to compete with the best in the world.
Over the past two decades, Steam Whistle has grown from a dream hatched by the fireside into one of Canada’s largest and most beloved independent breweries. But our Founders’ vision of creating a Pilsner Canadians can be proud of is still the driving force behind why we show up every day.
We are excited to be the official photo printing partner for the Fight To End Cancer. Since the 1930’s, Fujifilm has been developing film technology and suppling the world with its legendary film stock. Over the past 65 years, Fujifilm papers have been used to create, document and preserve moments in world events and in people’s lives.
Today, as a world leader in advanced imaging technology, Fujifilm has never strayed from its roots. Fujifilm’s Print Life business is printing fine art metal enlargements for the Fight To End Cancer art exhibit. This technology and the wow-factor these prints provide are available to everyone online, not just for the exhibit. Visit our web site to see how you can create works of art just as beautiful as those being displayed at the Steam Whistle gallery for the Fight To End Cancer. We look forward to an exciting fight this year and will look forward to all the special moments in the coming years.
Shireen Fabing To Compete in ALL WOMEN Boxing Tournament | West Coast Wonder Women
Kingsway Boxing Club is cheering on one of our own, Shireen Fabing. Help us cheer her on as she embarks on an amazing journey.
“After participating in the second annual Fight to End Cancer back in 2013 I thought, ‘just one more, one club fight’ and then I would have the experience of a big fancy gala and a regular club show. Who would have thought, here I am training for my 10th sanctioned bout and it’s my first out of province match – actually first time travelling anywhere outside of the GTA to compete.”
Born in Capetown, South Africa and raised by a single mom for most of her life, Shireen Fabing helped to her raise her younger brother and sister.
Shireen started her career in Public Relations/Marketing in Cape Town. She and her husband moved to Canada in 2002 to be close to family where she continued her PR work. Shireen went back to college and one day found herself covering exciting events and concerts for a few years.
A friend talked Shireen into going to a boxing conditioning class with her 10 years ago and she was hooked. After years of training, she entered her first amateur fight in 2013 where she took part in the Fight To End Cancer That year she fought for her surviving “second mom” in South Africa and others touch by cancer.
2013 was a year of firsts, she also became a mom, adopting an 18 month old girl. “Life has changed in so many amazing ways, what an incredible journey. She’s my ray of sunshine and my light at the end of every tunnel.”
Shireen recently lost another significant person in her life to cancer. Together with her own family and her boxing family, she is more determined than ever to help “kick cancer’s ass”.
SHIREEN FUN FACT: According to her husband, people think Shireen has the hardest, meanest looking mug, but what they don’t know is that she has a huge heart and that she is really a softie!
All female International boxing cards are few and far between. Worldwide there are only 5, with West Coast Wonder Women being one of them. This event is highly regarded in the amateur female boxing world. Female bouts are hard to find as female boxers aren’t as prevalent as male boxers. We want to change that and redefine the historical and societal perceptions of who defines as a boxer.
On the card, there will be a wide variety of athletes in the sense of experience. Everything from brand new athletes, getting into the ring for the first time, to National Champions. There will be all ages, from as young as 7yrs old to as old as possible! Boxing isn’t geared towards any specific size, as we will have flyweights to heavyweights with everything in between.
“When I found boxing (or boxing found me), for a while I thought “why didn’t I find this sport earlier in life” but as I began to progress, that thought is now a distant memory. I believe we found each other at the right time. Boxing is on the rise. Women’s boxing is on the rise and I’m living it now. The opportunity to showcase all the hard work leading up to the big moments will always be the bonus for me along with demonstrating that we are capable of accomplishing anything we put our minds to. I can burst with gratitude when I think about the journey to date. Hasn’t always been easy and there’s still quite a bit of hard work ahead and I’m so ready. Let’s not forget the dope factor here – I’m going to fight on an all-female card with boxers as young as 9 years old all the way up to 50+. That, is an opportunity in itself and a true testament that we can do anything put our minds to regardless of age!”
Muscle Run is a unique training system that incorporates strength training with running.
Muscle Run is a unique training system that incorporates strength training with running. Led by TeamKBC’s own coach Jo-Anne Sheffield, a seasoned runner and fitness professional, this weekly group workout provides both cardio and muscle conditioning benefits. All fitness levels are welcome!
Time / Place:
Each session is 60 minutes. Some sessions may go longer depending on the number and pace of runners. The session begins and ends at the KBC High-Performance Studio on Bloor St. W.
We will run rain or shine so come dressed to run in all weather conditions.
Our workout will include:
dynamic warmup
functional exercises using minimal or no equipment
Running 3 – 5km max. (various paces will be accommodated)
Coast to Coast Against Cancer Contest | Featuring Gabriel Pietrangelo
Kingsway Boxing Club has a long history of giving back to the community that builds our team. From supporting through our corporate program, Fight To End Cancer, to always donating local schools and charities. It has become very apparent that the next generation values investment in the future, with many of our kids and youth taking the initiative to fundraise in various ways.
Gabriel Pietrangelo is a 17 year old student attending Richview Collegiate Institute in Etobicoke. In addition to preparing for graduation, with the hopes of attending University to become a Geography Teacher, Gabe has recently joined Kingsway Boxing’s apprentice coaching team.
“I’m an avid fan of superheroes and video games, as well as sports such as Hockey, Mixed Martial Arts, and of course Boxing. I go to the Kingsway Boxing Club often, where I’m continuously learning many different techniques and skills thanks to the teachings and knowledge from my coaches.
Boxing has always been an interest to me since I was around 8, watching a fast paced Boxing match gets me off my feet every time, which would explain why Manny Pacquiao and Sugar Ray Leonard are my two favorite Boxers to watch, and observing my coaches and their teaching methods inspire me with enthusiasm to hope that one day I will be able to be just as good of a teacher as they are.”
Donors will automatically be entered into raffle (contest ends April 1, 2019)
I’m asking you to please support my friends and I’s effort in The Inside Ride Ontario to help Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation. Your donation will support kids and teens with cancer and their families in Ontario.
The Inside Ride in Ontario funds critical programs in the province including camps, scholarships, work placement and educational support for survivors and kids in treatment, financial support for families with a child in treatment, parent patient advocates, parent support groups and resources.
My team and I are raising money for this cause because it’s important to us to support our peers struggling with cancer as well as aiding them as they fight for their lives on a daily basis. We hope that you feel the same way.
The Inside Ride is produced by Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundationand is Canada’s first indoor cycling challenge and fundraising event dedicated to raising money in support of children with cancer and their families.
The Inside Ride Ontario benefits numerous childhood cancer organizations whose programs include family support, financial support and child support and quality of life programs and research.
The Inside Ride powers POGO (The Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario) by providing significant funds for both the POGO Financial Assistance Program and the SAVTI (Successful Academic and Vocational Transition Initiative)
2019 Campaign Photo Description:
The individuals in the campaign photo represent the 2019 Fight Team and Coaches. [Campaign Photographer: Spencer Wynn]
Top Row Standing (from left to right): Renata Reynolds, Paul Agapito, Lisa Ventura, George Boutsalis, Virgil Barrow, Jennifer Huggins
Middle Row Sitting (from left to right):Fedele Rosins, Josh Hillinger, Deren Hasip, Ceilagh MacDonald, Rick Denley
Bottom Row:Talia Joundi
THE FIGHT TO END CANCER IS WORKING TO RAISE $2 MILLION DOLLARS IN SUPPORT OF THE PRINCESS MARGARET CANCER FOUNDATION
The 2019 Fight Team Showcases The Unyielding Commitment Of Diverse Individuals Dedicated To Making A Difference!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — TORONTO, ON. The Fight To End Cancer (FTEC) 8th Annual Fight To End Cancer Charity Gala, benefiting the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation is a Black Tie, exclusive, must attend event, hosted at The Historic Old Mill Toronto, on Saturday June 1, 2019.
The FTEC 2019 Fight Team has dedicated SIX MONTHS of their already busy lives to transform themselves from never having boxed, to becoming sanctioned fighters. This unyielding commitment culminates at the FTEC Gala when they step into the ring. Angie Seth, Anchor and Reporter with the CTV News Channel, will guide you through this incredible experience as Emcee for the evening’s events.
The FTEC Fight Team, in concert with our presenting partners Landscape Plus Ltd. and Grafton Apparel Ltd., are working to make FTEC history by taking the total funds raised to $2 million dollars. Be a part of history and Join The Fight!
The FTEC ring will feature five incredible bouts on Gala night, including not one but TWO main events. In the first main event, Lisa Ventura will square off with Renata Reynolds – these fiercely independent and successful fighters are relishing their roles as agents for change in the FIGHT TO END CANCER as they cash in months of hard training for research dollars. In the second main event, Josh Hillinger of Steam Whistle Brewery, faces George Boutsalis – both successful, professional and uniquely suited. They are not only dedicated to taking the fight to each other, but also landing some heavy body blows against Cancer! The action won’t stop there with three additional bouts on the card. Each fighter has been equally dedicated in their training and raising funds in support of the Fight To End Cancer. Join the fight and be part of making the difference.
Official FTEC national ambassadors, Grafton Apparel, have raised over $250,000 to date through over 100 stores across Canada, including Tip Top Tailors, George Richards, Mr. Big & Tall and Kingsport. This year, they hope to raise $200,000 in additional donations with their “Wear Your Support” Campaign – featuring exclusive FTEC tie-clips – available in all Grafton Apparel stores across Canada, up to and following, the 2019 Gala.
Jennifer Huggins, FTEC founder and CEO, keeps the team on track, along with her partner in crime and Official FTEC Team Head Coach, Virgil Barrow. The duo inspires those who are fortunate enough to step into the ring, with their unwavering commitment to the cause and the Fight Team. In addition to being the driving force and visionary behind the Fight To End Cancer, Jennifer maintains a very busy schedule as a globally recognized ambassador for the sport, a 3-Star boxing Referee and Judge with AIBA International Boxing Association.
“The reality of what the Fight To End Cancer represents is bittersweet. Something that threatens to tear our lives apart has brought so many people together. Eight years ago, I started this event to give back to the community. The Fight To End Cancer has since become a community in itself; a family working together towards one goal. My vision evolved from being a fundraiser, to becoming a global movement that we are all part of. We are fighting for a future free of cancer, and we will succeed.”
~ Jennifer Huggins, Fight To End Cancer
Founder and Executive Director
About The Fight To End Cancer
The Fight To End Cancer (FTEC) is a year round initiative carried out by ambassadors, sponsors and volunteers worldwide. Over $1,000,000 has been donated to date since our inaugural year in 2012. Funds raised by FTEC are donated directly to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Each year we celebrate the incredible hard work and dedication of our FTEC family with a black-tie charity boxing gala. This gala showcases ten men and women who represent our Official Fight Team. Our goal is to raise funds for cancer research year-round with the support of the local community and business owners. Let’s make a difference now in the fight to end cancer for a long and successful future for everyone. This is an event like no other and has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in Toronto. www.fighttoendcancer.com
About The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation at University Health Network raises funds for breakthrough research, exemplary teaching and compassionate care at Princess Margaret Hospital and its research arm, the Ontario Cancer Institute, which now includes The Campbell Family Cancer Research Institute and The Campbell Family Breast Cancer Research Institute. More information about the Foundation can be found at www.thepmcf.ca
Let’s Take A Moment To Meet This Years Incredible Heroes…
Scroll Down To Meet The 2019 Fight Team
Help the #FTEC2019 Fight Team reach their goal of $2 million dollars before Fight Night! Use the link below to get to know the individual team members better and support them in their Fight To End Cancer! Defeat Is NOTAn Option
As a marketing professional, Paul Agapito has an incredible ability to highlight the positive attributes for a wide range of products and services. But there is nothing positive about cancer, so he has decided to let his fists and his heart take the lead as a member of the FTEC2019 fight team. This “spin doctor” will be raising funds to support the doctors and researches working hard to end cancer in our lifetime.
Deren Hasip is all too familiar with the impacts cancer has on a family having watched his daughter and father take on their own fights. At work Deren coaches others to help them achieve their goals. As a member of the FTEC2019 fight team, the coach will become the student as he and his teammates submit themselves to 6 months of intense training. Keep those hands up!
Ceilagh MacDonald works with clients every day who are struggling to come back from injury. She sees first hand how hard they try, the good days and the not so good days. She has seen this same fight in family and friends who have faced a cancer diagnosis. Not one to step back from a challenge, FTEC2019 provides Ceilagh with the opportunity to punch cancer in the face and show what she’s made of.
As an Immigration & refugee lawyer, Talia Joundi is used to taking on tough challenges, but as an FTEC2019 fighter she’s taking on the biggest one yet. Not one to take her health for granted, Talia is stepping into the ring to use her good fortune to help raise funds to support the vital research of the doctors, chemists, and volunteers of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
Josh Hillinger is the most recent member of fighters coming from Steam Whistle Brewing. Like all of us, he has been directly touched by cancer, seeing his grandmother, father and father-in-law fight for their lives. Not one to stand on the sidelines, Josh has joined the Fight to End Cancer as a member of the FTEC2019 fight team and promises to “provide the best guest experience” to his opponent.
As a perennial fundraiser George Boiutsalis has focused his efforts on raising funds for cancer and Alzheimer’s research, both of which have affected his family. As a professional, George spends his days generating new opportunities and expanding his markets, but keeps his feet firmly entrenched his community. As a member of the FTEC2019 fight team, his community has grown leaps and bounds with one common goal; ending cancer in our lifetime.
Renata Reynolds is committed to the success of her clients, helping them build winning sales teams and strategies that result in real success. She is also committed to taking a punch in the face to move one step closer to finding a cure for cancer. Good news Renata, your opponent is committed to helping you with that challenge.
As a CEO, Lisa Ventura is responsible for all aspects of her company; definitely a person comfortable being in charge, getting things done and making stuff happen. Lisa is not comfortable feeling helpless, like she has when friends and loved ones have been diagnosed with cancer. True to form, she has decided to do something about it by becoming a member of the FTEC 2019 fight team, raising funds and awareness on behalf of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
When Fedele Rossi’s mother was diagnosed with breast cancer four years ago, he and his family went into a state of shock. Escorting his mother to all of her treatments exposed Fedele to the roller coaster of emotions experienced not only by his family, but by many others. He used his anger and frustration as a motivator to first get in great physical condition and now to become a member of the FTEC2019 fight team. He knows, as we all do, that Defeat is not an Option.
Richard Denley | View Full Bio
Through his business, Richard Denley spends his days motivating individuals to become better leaders. As an FTEC2019 fighter he will put those motivation skills to good use raising funds and awareness for The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. His motivation for becoming an FTEC2019 fighter…ending cancer in our lifetime.
Virgil, myself and our team at Kingsway Boxing are excited as we gear up for Spring 2019! Thank you to those who have already secured their enrolments for our 2019 Winter Programs – Our kids/teen programs and many of the High Performance programs are nearly full!
Kingsway Boxing now operates out of two separate locations, which allows for a wide range of people, with varying interests, to accomplish any goal. We successfully run competitive and recreational boxing programs, while hosting a variety of fitness and high performance athletic programs out of both locations.
See below for all the new programs available at both locations! Note that we prorate the cost if the program is already in session – just ask (space permitting).
Charlie Page, Power4Teen Founder and Kingsway Boxing Club Program Partner
Working as a psychotherapist for youth and being a mother of two teenage girls has shown me some startling differences in how I approach and communicate with my own children compared to other peoples children (my clients). The results from my clients and the ease and connection they feel in sharing their stories with me has led me to strengthen and use the same skills on my own kids. These strategies have improved my relationship with my children and, I believe have made me a better parent (although I’m often still reminded of my flaws).
It has become very clear to me that making an impact on children and ‘being heard’ as a psychotherapist is much easier than achieving these results as a parent, so give yourself time and be easy on yourself:
1. Listen and shut up…
You may think you are listening, you might even rejoice in your conversations with your children and how wise and impactful you are being, but are you really or do you have an agenda? My main goal as a psychotherapist is to really listen and ask the right questions to direct their thought process, to understand them and make them feel understood. The questioning helps them feel empowered and directed to make quality decisions based on who they are and the goals they set for themselves. As a parent, when our kids communicate with us we have a tendency to think about the person we want and hope they will be and advise them based on that. We try to advise and impart our wisdom by giving advice when most of the time kids want to voice their concerns and feel challenged to formulate their own decisions. They have wisdom, help them find it. Remind yourself that they aren’t you… and they most likely don’t want to be! There is absolute power and use in parental wisdom, just spread it out a little.
Trust…
Try to trust in their decision making skills as much as possible to improve their belief in themselves and their capabilities. Believing that your children have the ability to make great decisions even when they have failed (sometimes often) in the past is an incredibly powerful performance enhancer for children. I often see children who have lost all hope of trying to make their parents proud and they have given up trying. These kids always have a deep need and hope for their parents to be proud and connected with them, no matter what they are telling you.
Wait ….more will come.
Our children have become conditioned to expect our analysis and opinions about the direction of their life and their problems. They will talk about an issue with a friend, school or their mental health and we are ready to impart our wisdom of what they should do, sometimes even expressing ‘if I was you I would do….’…. well guess what, we aren’t them! We give our parental advice and the conversation ends shortly afterwards. Our child continues to feel confused and frustrated because there is so much more there that we didn’t ask and they feel misunderstood. So when they talk about their issue don’t immediately try to problem solve it, just look and wait, more always comes out. You can actually become an expert on their problem with them and they will master it knowing you understood and were really there for them.
Hmmmmm….Interesting. Hmmmm…. that’s very observant. Hmmm…..keep going with the story.
Never underestimate the power of a hmmmm…….. This is way more impactful on creating successful kids with a sense of self acceptance than telling them our stories.
Wow…that’s a lot of passion!
When things between you have escalated and your kid has totally lost it, your job is to attempt to not totally lose it too. With a strong belief in the need to teach, amend and improve a child’s behaviour we need also to be mindful of how we are responding to them and how we can amend our own behaviour to get the optimum results. As adults, we still have a tendency to sometimes respond to our kids from the child we once were (sometimes I notice responding to my teen daughter with an eye-roll back!!). We respond from our past hurts, feelings of rejection or feelings of being disrespected and it rolls into a big ball of reaction. This powerful reaction can be bigger than what may be required. A mindfulness strategy I use to slow things down when they get heated is to admire the passion my child is showing. (This is not the same as accepting their behaviour when it is inappropriate, it is a flow through to creating an environment where learning and change can happen). Once you recognize the passion and express the power of its beauty when used in other directions the whole energy of the discussion changes. This passion they show is a great tool in life and although it may be coming out wrong in this situation can we comment on the usefulness and power of anger and then address the issue at hand more calmly. We do not want to discipline or quell passion as it is the driving force behind success.
Psychotherapy (Youth, Parents, Relationships)
Contact Charlie at 416 697-8748 to discuss whether psychotherapy is right for you or your child. Referrals available to psychologists or psychiatrists as required.
Stress/Anxiety, Friendships/School, Depression, Loss of Hope ,Eating Disorders, Self Harm,Parent/Child Relationship
Our Girls Teen and Tween Conditioning and Self-Defence Program is brought to you by our fitness guru Charlie Page, founder and owner of Power4Teens. This program focuses on improving the function of both the mind and body to create improved physical fitness and mental positivity. This is a workout with a difference – as you sweat, condition and build confidence, Charlie brings her experience with teen psychology to inspire, motivate, reduce stress and anxiety, help with body image issues and create personal positive affirmations to live life more fully.
Charlie Offers Programs At Kingsway Boxing Club and has become a staple for teens in Bloor West Village! Learn more about her day and overnight camps for girls, boys and even parents! Visit Power4Teens Online
Hope you are ready for a wonderful long weekend with the family! We have a busy few months on the horizon as we head toward an exciting Spring 2019. Please take note of the following updates:
THIS WEEKEND! FEB. 16-18 | FAMILY DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Please see below for the special Family Day Holiday Scheduling and Cancellations. Note that all cancellations appear on the website home page.
Special Class: HIIT Family Day Class (open to public)
Monday Feb. 18 at 9:30am-10:30am with @Jo-Anne Sheffield
KBC TEAM COMMUNICATION GROUP Join Using This Link (must have WhatsApp on your phone)
The purpose of this group is to keep KBC Members and Amateur Boxers updated with important information and share educational and sparring videos to help progress the athletes. In an attempt not to lose track of important information, you will be unable to reply in the group. Direct message your coaches and team.
MISSED CLASSES | KIDS 7+ – CO-ED TEEN – GIRLS TEEN PROGRAMS
The programs have been priced with the knowledge that most kids will miss 1-2 classes. If your kid or teen would like to make up classes, please send us a note that you would like them to make up in the Tuesday 5pm Youth Program (teens) or one of the Kids 7+ programs on Tuesday at 4:30pm or Saturday at 11:45 am.
View Client Resources (including how to wrap, training program handouts and important forms for sparring and competing)
YOUTH MEMBERSHIP | TUESDAY & THURSDAY 5PM, SATURDAY 12:30PM
Many of the teens and kids have taken the next step from our seasonal Kids 7+ and Teen programs, into the Youth Membership Program. If sparring or competing is something your child is interested in, please visit the program info page: Youth Program Information
HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPEN Register Now (monthly members review 5% off regular enrolment rates)
We wanted to let you know that our Fall High-Performance Programs for Spring are online and ready for you to reserve your spots! We will be sending out the official program announcement to all members early later this month, so please register asap to ensure you don’t miss out.
Please don’t hesitate to contact your coach or I directly with any questions or concerns.
Brought to you by amateur Olympic-Style boxer, Anatolyy Mykhayletskyy, Off-The-Ropes Boxing classes are 1 hour and suitable for all fitness levels. These classes are fun , challenging and different than the typical bootcamp class . Off-The-Ropes Boxing classes will work your whole body and mind. Our boxing trainers will lead you through rounds of different punches and combos. You will receive a high level of cardio, muscle strength, sharp reflexes and a focused mind. You will see an improvement in not only in your physical strength, but in your mental strength as well.
BONUS – All participants will get a free access membership to our Boxing Gym Location during open training hours for the duration of the program!
The Workout: The Off-The-Ropes Boxing include fun are filled classes with fun boxing drills. The 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 60 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!
KBC Family: Make new friends and become a part the Kingsway Boxing – Off-The-Ropes Boxing family! Everyone supports each other and it’s an experience like none other. Come and see for yourself! Get fit and have fun!
Shireen Fabing is one of Kingsway Boxing Club’s master class boxers and an incredible ambassador for boxing. After picking up the sport she decided to take it to the next level, competing in the Fight To End Cancer (www.fighttoendcancer.com) charity boxing show in 2013. She never looked back and continues to train, fight and live boxing. Photo Credit: Virgil Barrow
3 Great Reasons Women Over 40 Should Take Up Boxing ASAP
Are you over 40 and considering what exercise will get you through this next stage of your life? 40 is the new 30 and your body will love and perform better for you for this next era with just the right balance of exercise and intensity. Here’s why all women regardless of fitness level should be taking up boxing as part of a weekly fitness regime.
Part member story , part excerpt from ‘The Huffington Post’
Girlfriends — Boxing is for us! Yes, us, women over 40! We were raised never to hit, punch, or hurt anyone, especially with our fists. We were raised to think of boxing as the brutish, aggressive domain of men. But fitness boxing isn’t about combat or competition. Fitness boxing — sometimes called non-contact boxing because you never hit another person — is simply the best cardio & strength gift we can give ourselves. If you’ve never thought about how much fun it would be to hit that punching bag at your gym — if words such as jab, cross, hook, and uppercut aren’t in your vocabulary yet — buy or borrow a pair of boxing gloves and start boxing.
So, here I am, age 46, with my own red boxing gloves and some newly found muscles, having almost too much fun at the gym. I even caught myself actually laughing! At first, I kept thinking — this isn’t something I should be doing — really, is it okay to hit? — but with each jab, I overcame my reluctance as I punched my way around the room. This deeply-ingrained cultural training — girls don’t hit —prevents most women over 40 from considering boxing. But nobody is hitting me, and I’m not fighting anyone. No sweaty boxing ring is needed. And as I’m learning the techniques of boxing from my trainers, I’m appreciating the beauty in the sport, especially the athleticism it requires. In boxing, power starts in the hips, requiring muscles I never knew I had to serve a purpose, linking hands and hips in a rhythm. Here are three big reasons to start boxing today:
1. Physical: From the first moment you throw a punch, you are breathing heavily, heart pumping, arms, chest, shoulders, core, and legs working in unison. Boxing burns over 500 calories/hour, builds lean muscle, develops stamina and endurance, and triggers the metabolism. As we age, we lose muscle mass, strength, flexibility, and balance. Boxing reverses all this, giving us back what we lose, developing hand-eye coordination and entire body strength. For women over forty, boxing is one of the most complete cardiovascular and resistance workouts … and it is fun.
2. Mental: Boxing forces women out of our comfort zone, overcoming fears, and requiring 100 percent mental concentration. It is demanding and strategic, stimulating new parts of our brain, challenging our minds and bodies. The research on successful aging urges us to learn something new, strategic, and to keep testing ourselves with new sequences and moves. Sure we can push our minds doing Sudoku and crossword puzzles, learning new foreign languages, even attempting to learn new card games, but boxing is both physical and mental. To box is to be steeped in rhythm and movement, coordinating the swing of hips, the swivel of feet, and the power of the arms. It is exhausting, exhilarating, fun, and immensely rewarding. I swear when I walk out the door I’m 10ft tall and invincible. Any problems in my world have melted away and I feel like I could take on the world.
3. Spiritual: Boxing, like meditation, focuses attention and calms the mind. When boxing, my mind unplugs from day to day schedules and family responsibilities, from the noise and chatter of the outside world, the ping of the phone and the distraction of social media. I have never been more present in my life than at boxing.
Boxing is for EVERYBODY! With programs for girls, women, kids, teens, even men over 50… Just try it out!
Hope you’re having a wonderful holiday and are ready to hit the ground running! We have a busy few months on the horizon as we head into 2019. Thank you to those who have already secured their enrolments for our 2019 Winter Programs – Our kids/teen programs and many of the High Performance programs are nearly full!
Please take note of the following updates:
FIGHTER MEDICALS | SATURDAY JAN. 12 – 4PM
Dr. Venturi will be onsite at the Kingsway Boxing Club for a special boxer medical session. Must arrive no later than 4:oopm on Saturday Jan. 12, 2019. Register Now
ANNUAL FIGHT CAMP | SATURDAY JAN. 19 – 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
This 1-day intensive camp is lead by Boxing Ontario Nationally Certified Coaches, Officials and assisted by licensed competitive boxers. FightCamp was developed to fast track students to learn the essentials of amateur boxing in a safe and effective manner. The program has been used by the average recreational sport enthusiast, all the way up to the elite boxer looking to further their skills in the sport. Open to men and women, we will give you the chance to learn, improve or test your skills as an Olympic style boxer. Register Now (appropriate for ages 15+ Please inquire for special consideration)
KBC TEAM COMMUNICATION GROUP
The purpose of this group is to keep KBC Clients and Amateur Boxers updated with important information and share educational and sparring videos to help progress the athletes. In an attempt not to lose track of important information, you will be unable to reply in the group. Please send Jen your full name and personal cell phone number so you can Join Now (must have WhatsApp on your phone)
Please don’t hesitate to contact your coach or I directly with any questions or concerns.
Dear Kingsway Boxing and Fight To End Cancer Family!
We hope you’re enjoying the last couple weeks before the holiday rush! Our programs are filling up quickly… Don’t miss out on being a part of our 2019 specialty programs including all new classes at our High Performance Studio. See below for program dates and registration!
2018 has been an incredible year for both the Kingsway Boxing and Fight To End Cancer families! We want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us hit the Million Dollar milestone in direct donations to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation! We’re even more motivated to break new barriers and reach unimaginable heights as we head into our next chapter of the Fight To End Cancer!
Video: HBO Boxing’s Jim Lampley signs off with teary farewell after 45 years
View Original Article via MMA Mania
The internet has turned the media landscape upside down, with countless people cutting the cord on traditional TV and moving over to online subscription services and / or pirating. That’s caused a ripple effect that’s changed the way we watch combat sports as well. “Canelo” Alvarez recently signed a blockbuster $365 million deal with sports streaming outlet DAZN, and then there’s the UFC, which is being paid $750 million to deliver 15 events a year for five years to ESPN’s online offering, ESPN+.
But not all the media subscription services out there are making big plays on sports. HBO is doing the opposite, shutting down their long running HBO Boxing division to focus their effort on original dramatic content. Last night marked the final boxing event on the channel, and it was a pretty underwhelming affair headlined by unified welterweight champ Cecilia Braekhus vs. Aleksandra Magdziak Lopes. As expected, Braekhus coasted to victory, winning all 10 rounds on two judges’ scorecards in front of a very thin crowd.
While the fights themselves were fairly lackluster, there were some truly heartfelt moments throughout the broadcast as HBO Boxing flexed their always impressive promo muscles. Both the opening and closing montages took us on a journey through some of the highlights and historic moments carried on the network over the decades. You can watch those above.
Commentators Jim Lampley, Roy Jones Jr., and Max Kellerman all struggled to hold back tears as they thanked HBO for supporting the sport for decades and paid tribute to the athletes who put everything on the line for money, fame, and glory. Take a listen and tell us you didn’t get a little misty eyed too.
The end of boxing at HBO may have been anti-climactic, but the effect HBO Boxing had on countless fight fans and the sport over the decades can’t be overstated. 1111 fights over 45 years. So long, HBO, and thanks for the memories.
Brought to you by professional MMA fighter, Melissa Karagianis, Warrior Women Fit classes are 45 min and suitable for all fitness levels. These classes are fun , challenging and different then the typical bootcamp class . Melissa has incorporated kickboxing and bodyweight exercise into this high intensity fat blasting workout. Warrior women Fit classes will not only get you into the best shape of your life , it will also leave you feeling empowered!
BONUS – All warriors will get a free access membership to our Boxing Gym Location during open training hours for the duration of the program!
The Workout: The Warrior Women Fit 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!
KBC Family: Make new friends and become a part the Kingsway Boxing – Warrior Women family! Everyone supports each other and it’s an experience like none other. Come and see for yourself! Get fit and have fun!
This season’s class will be designed to give both functional strength and muscular endurance for your entire body with additional love for the upper half! The class will be fun, yet challenging, using a combination of bodyweight exercises, hand weights, and basic boxing.
If you’re hoping to get in great shape and improve your health, you just might want to sign up for this class. Here are a number of other reasons why:
Enhanced Cardiovascular Health
Improved Total-Body Strength
Better Hand-Eye Coordination
Decreased Stress
Improved Body Composition
Improved Confidence and Self-Esteem
Recent studies have shown that as we get older, it’s more important than ever to maintain some form of regular exercise. Although the obvious physical health benefits are fairly easy to list, the mental health benefits are equally as important. As more research is done, we are learning how important physical exercise and diet are to the prevention of such diseases as dementia and Alzheimer’s.
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A friend talked Shireen into going to a boxing conditioning class with her 10 years ago and she was hooked. After years of training, she entered her first amateur fight in 2013 where she took part in the 
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