Megan

Boxing has so many layers - it hooks you in both mentally and physically. Megan gets that. 👏 #3rdstreettribe

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

“After years of trying out a variety of different workout classes and getting bored after a few months, I thought I'd give boxing a try. After my first few classes, I was hooked! Now it's almost two years later and I'm just as excited to train and hone my skills as I was on day 1.”

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

“Boxing is a learned skill, and I find it incredibly rewarding to not only get a great full body workout in, but to also feel like I am actually getting better at a skill. It's also incredibly mentally cathartic and a big reason I keep going back to train: no matter what I'm going through at work, in life, etc, showing up to the gym and hitting a bag or working on a combo is the perfect escape.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“You just have to start! We all start somewhere, and there is no shame in joining a class brand new and having to learn the punches or footwork from scratch. It can be a lot to retain at first but the more you train, the more it becomes second nature. And don't be afraid to ask for help! The boxing community is incredibly supportive — we're all in the this together.”

Rommel

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

“I got into boxing about….14 years ago, believe it or not because my girlfriend at the time broke up with me and I wanted to do a contact sport to get my mind clear of it all. I was active in martial arts since I was a kid but kicking workouts bother my hips if done regularly so boxing sounded like the logical evolution. I found 3rd Street from a Google search and a friend of mine who works for SFPD said that a couple of his colleagues trained there. I checked it out, did a class, and have been there ever since. I’ve had to take a year off for shoulder surgery and another year off for knee surgery.”

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

“Best part about boxing is its purity. Whittle down striking arts to the basic essentials and you’ve got boxing! I train mainly to keep in shape and to learn something. It’s different when you’re in your 40’s and boxing. I definitely have a chip on my shoulder since a lot of people there are younger, but I think anyone can benefit from training. I learn something new there all the time.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“If you’re discouraged….just keep showing up. If you keep showing up, you’ll eventually improve. It’s difficult to improve outside of the gym. Not all instructors teach the same so if you really like someone, it might help to talk to them and follow their schedule if you can. I stuck with the ones I liked and eventually branched off outside of my comfort zone. Going from cardio to the fight classes has definitely had its challenges. Being a new Dad also keeps me from coming in as often as I would like to. Currently, I try to hit it Saturday and Sunday, and one night a week."

Jamie

We love Jamie's dedication! Who else looked up the best boxing gym in the city as soon as they moved here? ☝️#3rdstreettribe

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

“I’d been wanting to try boxing for years but didn’t live in a town with a boxing gym. When I moved to San Francisco, the first thing I did was sign up for a class at 3rd Street.”

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

“The best part about boxing is forgetting the world around you and focusing on what’s in front of you.”

Any words of advice or encouragement for newbies?

“Try bootcamp! Bootcamp kickstarted my routine and gave me the confidence to train more.”