Our team
Experienced fighters and coaches who know how to break boxing down for every level.
Helmand Alekozai is a world-rated professional boxer who has travelled the world competing and teaching his passion, boxing. He is a WBC Middle East Champion, Czech Champion, and one of the top boxers out of Canada. He has taught boxing around the world and even opened a gym in China in 2018.
Train with Helmand
Coach Darren Gonzales is a highly experienced boxing coach with over 19 years in the sport, bringing both competitive and academic expertise to his athletes. A certified Level 2 Boxing Ontario Coach, Darren has competed in over 50 amateur bouts, giving him firsthand knowledge of what it takes to perform under pressure. His deep understanding of boxing is complemented by his educational background, holding a Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology along with a Diploma in Fitness & Health Promotion, allowing him to integrate science-based training methods into his coaching.
Beyond his personal competition experience, Coach Darren has extensive time working in both amateur and professional corners, guiding fighters through high-stakes bouts with strategy, composure, and precision. His coaching style focuses on technical development, conditioning, and fight IQ, helping athletes of all levels build confidence and perform at their best. Whether training beginners or competitive fighters, Coach Darren is committed to developing well-rounded athletes who are prepared both physically and mentally for success in the ring.
