ExperienceTO: Toronto Boxing History Tour

Step into Canada's oldest boxing gym and uncover the city's heavy-hitting heritage with the Toronto Boxing History Tour. Facilitated by a local boxing student, this interactive journey covers the gripping history of boxing in Toronto, from its early underground days to its legendary modern champions. Participants will enjoy learnig about the history of boxing in Toronto at Earl's Fight Shop, Sully's Boxing Gym, and more. Whether you’re a lifelong fight fan, a curious history buff, or someone looking to connect with Toronto’s vibrant sporting past, this tour promises a knockout experience for everyone.

Join us for a FREE, public tour that will be a good experience for anyone: whether you’re 8 or 80 years old, and whether you’re a curious local, solo traveler, backpacker, newcomer, or part of a group of friends.

ABOUT

Beginning in front of Earl’s Fight Shop (1385 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 3J8), the interactive tour will be hosted by your guide Alex Rășcanu. The tour will focus on Toronto's boxing history.

WHEN

Saturday, May 8th, 2027 at 10:00am. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes.

WHERE TO MEET

The tour will start in front of Earl's Fight Shop (1385 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 3J8).

WHERE IT ENDS

This tour will end at a nearby coffee shop, where you can order coffee/tea/brunch and spend some more time speaking and connecting with fellow historical tour participants.

FACILITATOR

Alex Rășcanu is a Torontonian, a husband, a father of five, and an avid student of our city's history. Stay in touch with him on YouTube / LinkedIn / X / Instagram / Facebook.