What is Underdogs?

Underdogs Boxing Club is an inclusive and affirming space for cis and trans women and girls, cis and trans men and boys, and all non-binary individuals. We are focused on providing safe class spaces where members can attend classes that best align with their gender identity and gender expression.

We are an entirely volunteer-run non-profit organization that uses recreational boxing to help individuals realize their strength, better understand the relationship between mind & body, and connect with others in a fully inclusive environment.

Our Vision

To empower individuals and foster social inclusion through recreational boxing.

Our Mission

Teach individuals the fundamentals of boxing and in the process help them better understand the relationship between their minds and bodies.

Promote community integration by providing opportunities for individuals from all walks of life to share recreational experiences with the added benefit of improving physical and mental wellbeing.

Our Values

Inclusivity
Foster camaraderie and equality among community members from all walks of life.

Empowerment
Through recreational boxing, club members will realize their physical & emotional strength and resilience.

Community Integration
The camaraderie developed in the boxing club will help individuals engage as valuable and respected members in the wider community.

Health
Provide access to physical activity for all members of the community to improve physical and mental wellbeing.

Cover page of a report titled 'The Best and Worst Places to be a Woman in Canada 2019,' published by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, March 2019, with a light blue background and a white arrow graphic.
Text section titled 'Health' discussing women's health initiatives in St. Catharines-Niagara and Victoria, including boxing programs and support networks for Indigenous women and women of color.
Read the heading 'Boxing Club empowers and heals' and the text about Underdogs Boxing Club, a nonprofit organization in St. Catharines that uses boxing as therapy and empowerment for marginalized groups.

Trying out a class before committing is EASY!

Go to our Shop page, select Trial Class, ‘purchase’ it (it’s free!), complete the forms attached to the service, and then visit the Book a Class page to schedule your class.