Empowering youth for a brighter future.

Summer Sessions | Olympus Boxing Club

June 29th | July 13th | August 10th | August 31st

2:30pm - 4:30pm

Our vision.

The Gloves Not Guns youth boxing program, spearheaded by Pivot Society, is dedicated to aiding young individuals grappling with life's challenges. Our primary focus lies in instilling discipline and self-assurance, empowering these youths to steer clear of conflicts and intervene effectively when needed.

Through structured fitness and boxing sessions, along with life skills workshops, participants acquire vital physical skills and practical tools to overcome obstacles. Integrated restorative justice principles promote accountability and reconciliation, while ongoing mentorship ensures continuous growth and community involvement. 

Program elements.

Lived Experience Speaker Session

A session featuring a lived experience speaker to discuss real-life challenges and alternative pathways for at-risk youth.

Boxing Training (No Contact)

Structured boxing training session focusing on physical fitness, discipline, and skill development, without physical contact.

Life Skills & Leadership Development

GNG delivers leadership and a character building curriculum proven to increase levels of resilience while decreasing levels of risk and contributing to overall well-being and development.

Program goals.

  • Give at risk youth positive adult connections. 
  • Educate on the dangers of violence, gangs and addiction through a lived experience lens.
  • Promote the restorative justice process and prevent recidivism. 
  • Prove tools for conflict resolution and controlling emotions.
  • Build a sense of community and connection.
  • Provide a healthy outlet through boxing and exercise.

- "GNG helped me realize I don’t need to prove myself through violence. Now, I know my worth."

- "I learned that being strong isn’t just about fighting—it’s about controlling your emotions and making smart decisions."

- "GNG helped me realize I don’t need to prove myself through violence. Now, I know my worth." - "I learned that being strong isn’t just about fighting—it’s about controlling your emotions and making smart decisions."

- "My mom told me she’s proud of me for the first time in years. That’s because of GNG."

- "GNG made me believe in myself. That’s something I never thought I’d feel."

- "My mom told me she’s proud of me for the first time in years. That’s because of GNG." - "GNG made me believe in myself. That’s something I never thought I’d feel."

- "I never thought I could turn my life around, but this program gave me hope."

- “For the first time, I feel like I have people in my corner who actually want to see me succeed.”

- "I never thought I could turn my life around, but this program gave me hope." - “For the first time, I feel like I have people in my corner who actually want to see me succeed.”

Partners.

  • Calgary Homeless Foundation

  • Calgary Young Offenders Centre

  • Olympus Boxing Club

  • Edmonton Young Offenders Centre

  • Calgary Board Of Education

  • Centre For Newcomers

Contact us.