Free BOxing + LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM

Program Summary

The application process is now closed and the 10-week program starting on April 15 is full.

Please check back in September for details regarding our fall programs.

Youth 19 and under must have a parent or guardian complete the application form on their behalf.

Working with community partners to select candidates, 13th Round Fight For Life is offering a free, intensive boxing and life-skills training program for 30 identified youth. The program is offered three times per year starting in October, February and April. The Program is focused on the individual strengths of each participant while also creating a community of support. Led by a team of experienced boxing and social support professionals the program combines non-contact boxing instruction with mentorship, academic support, a supportive social environment and life skills / wellness sessions led by qualified experts.

* Please note that this is a physically demanding program and while youth of all skill and fitness levels are encouraged to apply the program can be challenging for youth who are recovering from serious illness or injury.

Who?

Youth from underserved communities or who may face barriers to success between the ages of 13 to 19 years old are encouraged to apply. No boxing experience is required, gloves and hand wraps will be provided.

When?

The program is 10 weeks long starting on Monday, April 15 through to Monday, June 17 2024.

Program times: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.

This is not a drop-in program, participants must commit to attending 3 times per week.

Participating youth are expected to attend three times a week for the full two hours unless other commitments conflict with the program. If a participant misses a Monday, Wednesday or Friday session they must attend a drop-in boxing class offered on either Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday to make up for the missed session.

Where?

27 Primrose Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M6H 3V1

Near Dupont and Davenport, closest subway stations are Landsdowne and Dufferin.

Please note that there is another “Primrose Avenue” located in Etobicoke, we are not associated with this address.

* When submitting an application to this program please consider whether the distance needed to travel to our location on Primrose Avenue is reasonable or will prevent the applicant from arriving on time.