Chaun

Chaun has been part of the #3rdstreettribe for 4 years and counting! 💪

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

“As a 12-year-old, I stumbled upon Friday Night Fights on ESPN. I became mesmerized by the action, the skill, the stories, and most importantly, the heart of the fighters. Years later, I finally started training when I graduated college and moved to Philly. Since then, training has been a core part of my identity. When I moved to SF, I sought out a gym to join, so I signed up for a boot camp at 3rd Street Gym. Immediately, I knew this was the right gym for me. It's been four years and counting...”

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

“You discover who you are when you push yourself to your limits. The best part about boxing is that you're always rediscovering your limits. The first time I sparred, I learned so much about my will to push forward, no matter how exhausted my legs were. Though I'm (mostly) done with sparring, I still love training to stay in shape and to let out a bit of aggression.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“Just. Say. Yes. Boxing is one of the best full body workouts that you can have. Plus, you won't find a boxing gym in SF with a better set of trainers and a more welcoming community. There are classes for all levels and, unlike other gyms that I've attended, you'll learn proper technique at 3rd Street Gym.”

Laura

Laura's dedication will blow you out of the water. Last year she crushed her 3rd Street workout a whopping 216 times (36 more visits than the next-highest visitor!) Oh yeah, and she's dominated multiple Bootcamps since 2017. 🔥 This #3rdstreettribe legend has set the bar high, fam!

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

“I never boxed before my first 3rd St. bootcamp! My (now) sister in-law invited me to a bootcamp before her wedding, and I reluctantly said yes even though I had never woken up at 5am for anything.. After that, I was hooked.”

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

“Boxing is infinity challenging, both physically and mentally. There’s always room to improve, and push yourself to be better. Someone better is always ready to punch you in the face! I train to prove to myself I am strong, and can accomplish my goals if I work hard - and that strength carries over into all other aspects of my life.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“Bring thought and awareness to class and your workouts - you will get out of it what you put in. Don’t get discouraged if you feel like you aren’t good enough, everyone starts as a beginner, just stick with it.”

Annie

Annie is next to be featured in #3rdstreettribe, a series where we celebrate our most dedicated clients! 🥳

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

“I used to do Takewondo growing up which helped my leg strength and flexibility. I wanted to do something similar but strengthen my upper body and transform my water gunz. One day on my way to Hard Knox Cafe, I walked by 3rd Street Boxing which caught my eye. I signed up for a class, and I've been hooked since. I even moved from SoMa to Dogpatch to optimize for my boxing routine hahaha.”

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

“Boxing is a great way to stay healthy not only physically but also emotionally. It helps me de-stress and lets me feel a less guilty eating one, two, or ten scoops of ice cream. But the best part about boxing is the community. I like going to classes, seeing familiar faces, dying while Paul warmly greets visitors and lets a round of partner combos go on much longer, and witnessing everyone improve over time. Bummed I missed the holiday party but the party is more evidence that 3rd Street embodies a sense of community and cares about its members.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“It's what you do when you're about to hit a wall that makes you even stronger! And thinking about something that pisses me off helps me!”