Peter

Peter is one of our early morning regulars - a solid member of our #3rdstreettribe for several years now! 💪🏻

How did you get into boxing and how did you find yourself at 3rd Street?

“A few years ago I found myself in San Francisco and saw 3rd Street Gym a block away from work. I had boxed intermittently previously, but never stuck with it. The location of the gym got me in the door, the quality of the people and instruction kept me coming back.”

What's the best part about boxing? Why do you train?

“I train to me more capable, both in terms of fitness and skillset. Boxing provides a physical workout, but also has a significant mental component. It prevents things from getting boring, which is the crux of sticking with any kind of fitness regime.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“The most challenging part for me is showing up. If you're new maybe it is intimidating. If you're experienced maybe it just means waking up earlier. But I've never regretted it when I have walked in the door, only when I haven't. Just show up.”

Jonna Mae

Jonna Mae, solid member of the #3rdstreettribe since 2016! ✊ Always fun to hear how our members ended up here, and what keeps them coming back!

How did you get into boxing and how did you find yourself at 3rd Street?

“As a Filipino-American woman, I'm a big Manny Pacquaio fan. Growing up, I would watch his fights. Watching his drive and determination while he was in the ring always inspired me. It was then in my early 20's that I became more interested to try boxing as fitness. Before I started boxing, I would go jogging on the weekends from my house to At&T Park. I would always pass by Third Street Gym, which started to spark my interest. One day I was going for my normal jog and I stopped into checkout about the service and classes. On January 2016, I took a beginner class, and the rest is history.”

What's the best part about boxing? Why do you train?

“The best part about boxing is wearing the gloves and throwing some jabs. For me, personally, it's very therapeutic. In my everyday life, I work a full-time job and I'm going to school part-time. There are moments where my workload can be stressful. When I wear my gloves and throw some jabs at a punching bag, I feel more relaxed and stress-free, and it's very relieving. I train to feel healthy in my body. In the past, my motive would be to work out so I could feel slimmer. Now, my mindset is to feel healthy in my body while working on muscle toning.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“Whatever goal you're trying to set for yourself, don't be intimidated. Boxing is a work in progress, so just trust the process and you'll find your drive.”

Cole

Cole is next in our #3rdstreettribe client highlight series 👊! You’ve probably seen him working with Alan to hone his technique in our Fight classes, then testing his skills during Friday sparring!

How did you get into boxing and how did you find yourself at 3rd Street?

“I have been interested in boxing as long as I can remember. Started when I moved to SF five years ago.”

What's the best part about boxing? Why do you train?

“It's a way to put aside anything else going on in my life for a few hours. An exercise in discipline and aspiring to be a better version of myself. And the community at 3rd Street is super solid.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“Get to the gym! The rest follows.”