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WBA Light Flyweight Champion of the World Sara Haghighat-joo

On April 27th, 2024 in Toronto, ON with Master Coach Stevie Bailey in her corner guiding her, Sara Haghighat-joo defeated Maria “Lupita” Bautista under a Unanimous Decision, with scorecards of 99-91, 98-92, and 96-94 to claim the WBA Light Flyweight World Championship.

With this win, Sara has become the fastest Canadian in boxing history to win a World Title!

Congratulations #TEAMSARA!

Learn more about Sara’s boxing journey and the road to her World Title; She’s just getting started.

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We help you reach your goals and true potential. We are driven to guide you to improve your health and well-being, physically, mentally and emotionally and create longevity in the gym and in life. We invite you to be part of a community that cares for one another and that champions each other’s success.

• KEEP IT SIMPLE • MASTER THE BASICS • WORK HARDER • BE STRONGER •

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A co-ed youth boxing class standing and punching in front of their coach at West End AC.

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A hockey team doing boxing cross-training at West End AC's boxing and fitness gym in Toronto.

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What’s New at West End AC?

Sara Haghighat-joo and Ryan "The Bruiser" Rozicki standing in a boxing ring at West End Athletic Club in Toronto.

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West End AC’s Coach Stevie Bailey Reflects On Boxers Sara Haghighat-joo and Ryan “The Bruiser” Rozicki and What Makes Them World Title Ready

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Uncover the sacrifices made by Sara Haghighat-joo and Ryan Rozicki in their pursuit of boxing greatness. Meet Coach Stevie Bailey, of West End Athletic Club. Explore his coaching philosophy and how he emphasizes the importance of dedication and hard work outside of competition.

Summer Sports Cross-Training Program promotional poster with information about how cross-training can help youth athletes. West End AC offers this program at its Toronto Boxing Gym & Fitness Club.

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Summer Sports Cross-Training Program

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West End AC proudly offers a High-Performance Summer Training Program for Athletes. Movement in sport is a fundamental strength to the success of any athlete.

West End Athletic Club is a proud supporter of Sara Haghighat-joo on her road to the World Title on April 27th, 2024.

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Sara Haghigat-joo is World Title Ready

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West End Athletic Club is ready for an epic showdown! Sara Haghighat-joo, ranked #8 by WBA and IBF, takes on Maria Guadalupe Bautista for the WBA Light Flyweight World Championship.

2024 Youth Boxing Summer Camp promotional poster with camp information and youth athletes wearing boxing gloves and training at West End Athletic Club Boxing and Fitness Club in Toronto

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2024 Summer Youth Boxing Camps!

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Join us for our 2024 Summer Youth Boxing Camps! Our summer camp sessions are July 22nd to July 26th and August 12th to August 16th. Drop-off is at 8:30am and camp runs from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Our camps are co-ed, Group #1 is for ages 7-10 years and Group #2 is for ages 11-16 years.

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