WHAT WE DO
Punch for Pride ® is proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community through a variety of tactics designed to raise awareness and promote equality for all.
Boxing Events
We know how to host a great event. Punch for Pride ® boxing events support the health and social concerns of LBGTQIA+ individuals by designing programs that strengthen messaging around issues faced by the community today. By positively addressing challenges and stereotypes in the ring, we hope to eradicate hate for all of our LGBTQIA+ friends and family members.
Self-Defense Training
LGBTQ+ youths are five times more likely to attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers thanks to bullying. Many LGBTQIA+ youths and adults come from homes where they are not accepted for who they are and are not encouraged to pursue their dreams. Punch for Pride ® seeks to bring change and keep LGBTQIA+ individuals of all ages safe, by empowering #P4P team members to embrace their own inner strength and punch with pride.
WHO WE ARE
Artie Artwell, Co-Founder
Based in Miami, Florida, Artie is passionate about bringing boxing education and equality to the LGBTQ+ community in the Magic City.
Punch for Pride ™
From north to south, Punch for Pride ® is always in your corner.
Jarrod Tillinghast, Co-Founder
Based in North Providence, Rhode Island, Jarrod “Coach JT” is dedicated to promoting health and safety for LGBTQ+ individuals, and is always willing to take action to help the #P4P community.