Toronto Striking Academy

“Fight for it, use the core, and lean forward!”

Building functional leg strength changes everything! Coach Neelan work with Miss Gloria during station training....adjusting her foot alignment, enforcing proper forward lean mechanics, and cheering her on as she smashes her previous rep counts.

Why functional leg work is critical as we age:
🧠 Mind-Body Coordination: Aligning your feet and shifting weight forward trains conscious motor control and balance centers.
🎯 Joint & Posture Alignment: Adjusting foot position keeps knees safe while driving maximum power through the heels and hips.
🛡️ Fall Prevention & Independence: Building strong quads and core muscles directly improves sit-to-stand mobility, stair climbing, and gait stability for active living!



🥊 Ready to find your fitness family, stay active, and challenge yourself?
Direct Message or email us today to book a Free Trial Class!
📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
📍 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON
⏰ Senior Boxing Classes Available 3x / Week (Contact us for schedule)

Don’t rush through your rounds!!

Quality movement beats fast fatigue every time! Head Coach Neelan encourages members to take an extra 5–10 seconds to catch their breath, pace themselves safely, and lock in their stance mechanics

Controlled pacing allows active adults to train safely while building good functional stamina and coordination ya feel me

🥊 READY TO STAY ACTIVE & CHALLENGE YOURSELF?

Direct Message or email us today to book a Free Trial Class!
📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
📍 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON
⏰ Senior Boxing Classes Available 3x / Week (Contact us for schedule)

These clips are just a small peek into Coach Sousa’s boxing sessions at Toronto Striking Academy.

Couch Sousa is a fun guy and nothing compares to being in the room and feeling the energy yourself. Might catch some strays but it’s all jokes and good vibes

Watch Coach Sousa critique the floor on proper defensive positioning, teaching students to drop with their legs instead of leaning back.

Whether you want to learn real boxing technique, get into incredible shape, or find a welcoming fitness family, our mat is open for you.



Intimidated as a beginner? Everyone starts at step one! Our community is supportive, welcoming, and beginner-friendly 🥋🥊

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]

📞 (416) 875-2899

📍 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON

⏰ Mon–Sun — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

Stop slapping and start landing clean power hooks on em

In this breakdown, Coach Sousa emphasizes turning your fist over, lifting your elbow so it stays parallel to the canvas, and bringing your shoulder to the centre to keep your chin tucked safely between your shoulder and opposite glove

He also highlights keeping your guard tight so you don’t leave yourself open while throwing hooks or transitioning into defence

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

Don’t shy away from the punch....slip inside and stay ready to strike!

Coach Sousa explains why leaning back or pulling away leaves you out of position and unable to counter. By bending your legs straight down, the jab flies safely past your ear over your shoulder while your body and legs remain balanced, loaded, and perfectly set up to fire an immediate counter-attack

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

Coach Neelan explains how tracking your partner’s weight transfers during left and right switches allows you to read their timing, exploit openings, and land precise counter-strikes before they can recover their stance

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

🥊 How Boxing Helps Your Brain & Body:

Brain Power & Fast Decisions: Boxing forces your brain to do two things at once! You have to plan your moves and make split-second choices, which helps your brain build brand new “power lines” (neural pathways)

Balance & Foot Control: Stepping, turning, and shifting your weight keeps your feet lined up under you, which trains the balance system inside your inner ears.

🧠 Why It Helps Seniors:

Stopping Falls Before They Happen: Practicing fast footwork builds sstronger ankles and hips. This keeps older adults steady, stops accidental stumbles, and keeps them moving confidently on their own!

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

Proof that consistent training turns back the clock! Alex powers through his station reps with control and rhythm......moving like a younger man on the floor!! LFG

Rebuilding functional mobility, joint speed, and stamina allows active seniors to reclaim confidence in their daily movements. Coach Neelan ensures every member is pushed to their safe potential while celebrating every milestone along the way.

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

No cutting corners. Coach Neelan checks in with Diana during the chair squat station, reminding her of her previous target count, encouraging her to trust her body, and keeping the entire class accountable to their form and pacing.

Holding your target reps while maintaining posture under fatigue builds functional leg strength, joint stability, and mental resilience. Coach Neelan ensures every member pushes safely to their personal potential while keeping the vibe light, supportive, and motivating.

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

Move into range without leaving yourself unbalanced

Coach Sousa demonstrates stepping in with the jab, bringing the back leg forward with the cross, and stepping back cleanly

He then guides the beginner class through building combinations while maintaining proper shoulder rotation and stance width.

While these clips offer a look into our technical drills, coming in to try a class out for yourself is the absolute best way to experience the energy, hands-on feedback, and supportive coaching environment firsthand ya dig

🥋 INTIMIDATED AS A BEGINNER?
Everyone starts at step one! Our classes in North York are welcoming, non-judgmental, and beginner-friendly across all fitness levels.

Direct Message or email us today to book your Free Trial Class!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (416) 875-2899
🌐 https://www.torontostrikingacademy.com

📍 LOCATION:
• 30 Lesmill Rd, Unit 5, North York, ON M3B 2T6
⏰ Hours: Monday to Sunday — Class Times Vary (6:00 AM – 10:00 PM)