Hi everyone,
As most of you know, I transitioned careers as a result of the pandemic and now work as a Mental Health/ outreach worker. That's how I found Eastside Boxing. The non-profit boxing club was introduced to me because of a boxing class they offer called for frontline workers of the opioid crisis called Frontline Fight club. After my first class, I was hooked. Meeting other frontline workers and blowing off the stress of the job together has become something I look forward to weekly. When the chance to participate in AFG came up, I was hesitant. Another thing most of you know, is I have lupus and it has been a real battle for me lately, so I was scared to start and get sidelined because of my illness. 3 months of training and a real fight seemed exciting, but also scary. I was also worried about my lack of experience, but after talking to a view people who had done it before, I overcame my fears and signed up. Now I've been training for two weeks and I have already learned so much. I'm focusing heavily on recovery to avoid a lupus flare, so far so good.
But now comes the part where I ask you for money. I've seen first hand the benefits that boxing can have on physical and mental health and I am raising money so other people who might not be able to afford it, can have the same opportunity. Eastside boxing does so much for the community and they can continue that with your support, plus you'll be supporting me train to either kick some ass or get my ass kicked. Please donate, big or small it all helps. Thanks for reading. Boxing pictures coming soon.
Founded in 2012, Aprons for Gloves Boxing Association is a non-profit organization focused on providing community outreach through the sport of boxing. Based in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, the organization was developed by a small group of professionals and entrepreneurs who seized an opportunity to re-establish a historic boxing program for at-risk women and youth. Through Eastside Boxing Club, the program offers free mentorship and training to individuals who may otherwise not have the resources or support to participate in such activities. Why boxing? Because it's a sport that teaches discipline, respect, hard work and self-control. Consistent training results in positive self-esteem, good mental and physical health and social support through peers.
Restaurant Rumble 2022
Every year bartenders, chefs, dishwaters, servers, baristas and all sorts of individuals from the Vancouver community get together to train at Eastside Boxing Club to fight in Restaurant Rumble.
In order to continue training, each contender is required to
meet fundraising milestones along the way. Ultimately, raising $2000
for charity makes them eligible to compete at the Rumble.
Check out the promo video from 2014
This year, the event will be held Thursday, August 25th at Enso Event Centre. If you make a contribution or Follow this campaign, you'll be among the first to hear when tickets go on sale. That means you'll have a chance to see your friend get beat up, live, in person!
Make it happen. Click Contribute now.
