At West Side Boxing Club, we believe boxing is about more than training hard—it’s about building each other up, sharing knowledge, and creating a safe and supportive community. Everyone who walks through our doors is part of the West Side family, and it’s important that we treat one another with respect, kindness, and encouragement.
Our Values
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Inclusivity – Everyone is welcome here, regardless of background, age, identity, or level of experience.
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Respect – We respect ourselves, our coaches, our training partners, and the gym environment.
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Teamwork – Boxing may be an individual sport, but progress happens when we support each other.
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Growth – We are here to learn, challenge ourselves, and help others do the same.
Zero Tolerance for Discrimination or Bullying
There is absolutely no place at West Side Boxing Club for:
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Racism or xenophobia
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Homophobia or transphobia
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Sexism or gender-based harassment
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Bullying, intimidation, or undue aggression
- SPARRING WITHOUT PERMISSION
If this type of behavior is observed or reliably reported, the individual responsible will no longer be permitted to train at the gym.
How We Train Together
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Show up ready to work, learn, and respect others.
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Encourage your teammates—whether they’re hitting the bag for the first time or preparing for competition.
- Each One Teach One – if you notice a training partners needs help with something or you observe an area that could be improved and you are confident that you have the experience to correct them, please do so.
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Communicate clearly and respectfully with training partners.
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Take care of each other—sparring and drills are about skill-building, not hurting one another.
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Keep the gym clean and equipment in good condition for everyone to use.
Our Promise
We promise to foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment where everyone feels safe to push their limits and grow—inside and outside the ring.
At West Side Boxing Club, we fight hard, but we always fight fair—and we do it together.