Our Team | Exchange District Winnipeg

Executive & Management team

Harry Black

President

Former National Champion and National team member, Harry brought his world-class competitive experience home to Pan Am Boxing Club. His classes throw you straight into fight-like intensity, recreating the pressure and pace you'd face in the ring. Every session pushes your limits with challenging combinations and rapid-fire drills that mirror real competition scenarios. You'll never find a more demanding or rewarding workout – Harry's classes have earned their reputation as the toughest at Pan Am, and members keep coming back because they deliver results that speak for themselves.

Sue Black

Executive Director

Sue brings relentless energy to every class, combining toug coaching with workouts that push you beyond what you thought possible. Her boxing and roadwork sessions are legendary for their intensity – expect to work on explosive combinations, build serious cardio endurance, and strengthen your core while perfecting your technique. Sue has a knack for spotting exactly what each member needs to improve and won't let you settle for anything less than your best. When you walk out of her class, you'll know you've earned every drop of sweat.

Dylan Martin

Manager & Head Coach

Dylan brings elite-level experience to Pan Am Boxing Club as a former National Team Member who represented Canada in competitions around the world. With over 95 bouts and a decade of full-time athletic dedication under his belt, he transforms real ring knowledge into expertly crafted training sessions. Dylan's classes are methodically structured yet dynamic – every combination, drill, and conditioning exercise serves a purpose in building your skills and fitness. His deep understanding of what it takes to compete at the highest level means you get training that's both intelligent and intense, designed to make you a better boxer from day one.

Donald Gauthier

Trainer & Private Coach

Don has been a cornerstone of Pan Am Boxing Club since January 2016, where he's built lasting friendships and found his passion for coaching. He coaches our junior and youth programs, bringing a calm and patient demeanor that perfectly balances the natural energy and excitement of young athletes. Don's steady approach helps kids focus while still having fun, making him an ideal mentor for developing boxers. He incorporates HIIT training into his boxing sessions and loves sharing his knowledge and experience to help the next generation of fighters grow both in and out of the ring.

Ally Dumaua

Trainer & Private Coach

Ally brings a unique blend of strength and conditioning expertise with solid boxing fundamentals to Pan Am Boxing Club. As a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, he seamlessly merges physical preparation with technical boxing skills, creating training sessions that build both power and precision. Ally works closely with Head Coach Dylan Martin, assisting with our youth fight team and competitive programs where his coaching experience truly shines. Whether he's working with private clients, leading group sessions, or mentoring young fighters, Ally's comprehensive approach to training fits perfectly with the club's commitment to developing well-rounded athletes at every level.

jesse Jordan

Trainer, Private Coach & Assistant Manager

Jesse is the heart of Pan Am Boxing Club's community spirit, wearing multiple hats with enthusiasm and expertise. As a trainer and private coach, they bring energy and skill to every session, but where Jesse truly shines is leading our youth initiatives. Kids gravitate toward their natural ability to make training both challenging and fun, while parents appreciate Jesse's dedication to developing young athletes. Beyond coaching, Jesse plays a crucial role in organizing fight cards and events, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Jesse's tireless work ethic and genuine care for every member makes them an invaluable part of the PABC family – whether Jesse's in the ring coaching or coordinating the countless details that keep the club thriving.

hayden coutts

Social Media Coordinator

Since spring 2024, Hayden has been the creative force behind Pan Am Boxing Club's social media presence, capturing the energy and community spirit that makes PABC special. With a genuine love for fitness and the boxing lifestyle, Hayden loves to bring an authentic perspective to every post, story, and campaign.

Volunteers

Our volunteers are the heart and soul of the club. Pan Am Boxing Club isn’t just a place to train, but a community where passion, dedication, and support are the foundations of everything we do.

We are proud to say that all our classes are run by volunteers, who have grown to love our club's culture and have become an integral part of it. With over 60 people dedicated to leading and assisting classes, manning the front desk, and coaching our fight team, our volunteers are the backbone of Pan Am Boxing.

Their hard work and commitment have helped us build a strong and supportive community that is open to everyone, regardless of skill level or background. From beginners to professional fighters, our team of volunteers is always ready to lend a helping hand and provide a positive and inclusive training environment.

We are incredibly grateful for their unwavering support and dedication, and we take pride in their accomplishments both in and out of the ring.

Fight team coaches

Trainers

Angel De Paz

Boxing – Thursday 5:30 p.m.

"My main focus when teaching boxing is always the technique. I want people to know more than the basics, I want them to know different tricks that will make them dynamic, unpredictable fighters. I specially love head movement, chaining combos like the pros, and tricky footwork. My two favorite pro fighters to watch are Prince Naseem because of his unconventional fighting style, and Vasyl Lomanchenko because of his highly technical combinations and footwork."

Adam Jacobson

Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Brendan McManus

Boxing – Monday 5:30 p.m.

Winner of Pro Fight Club 2, and runner up in men Fight Club 7, Brendan's passion for boxing shows up during his classes. He will push you beyond your walls and show you why he's the 2014 Novice Heavy Weight Champ.

Ami Kotler

Boxing – Saturday 10:00 a.m.

Get your weekend started right with Ami and his Saturday morning class. A shining example of a positive and enthusiastic workout environment, Ami will push you to become a greater person, body and soul.

Elliot Cameron

Boxing – Wednesday 5:30 p.m.

Long time member Elliot has worked his way up from assistant to Trainer. His classes are tough but he won't let you give up!

Garret Munch

Boxing – Tuesday 6:35 p.m.

Garret's classes flow at a consistent pace throughout the hour, you can expect a lot of technical boxing work that challenges your cardio. Garret 'One Punch' Munch is an extremely knowledgeable and kind presence who brings levity to his class with his sharp wit.

Gil Grenier

Boxing – Thursday 12 pm

Hard work pays off, and Gil is a perfect example of what happens when you dedicate yourself to training. A member since 2008 Gil has been sweating in our gym with an energetic and enthusiastic work ethic that can't be denied.

Ghislain Druwe

Boxing – Tuesday 6:45 a.m.

Ghislain or “G” is an energetic and centered trainer that brings a mindful, thoughtful, and planned approach to his class. He carries a good mix of boxing technicality with strength and conditioning.

Dave hoover

Boxing – Thursday 6:45 a.m.

Dave has been a member since March 2019, thanks to his daughter Dayna for getting him started. After participating in nearly every program Pan Am has offered (all virtual during the pandemic, the beginner sparring program, rec sparring, and fight team sparring), he had his first fight in 2023. He is now an assistant trainer, and substituted for various leaders, and now leads. His leading style can be described as a tough grind, focusing on high-level fitness, and clean, crisp boxing fundamentals.

Gio Navarro

Boxing – Monday 6:35 p.m.

Gio brings a light and fun yet challenging atmosphere to his class. His focus is bringing you a splendid workout with great music, along with some solid strength and conditioning.

chris sarifa

Boxing – Thursday 6:35 p.m.

Chris’s classes are high energy and hard work from start to finish. You can expect some excellent (and LOUD!) motivation from Chris as he teaches, giving you the energy to push past your boundaries. He is a long time member of our Pan Am Boxing Fight Team and a skilled basketball player. We are lucky to have that level of athleticism at the Club!

Cynthia wieBe

Virtual Conditioning - Wed 6:15 am

Don't let her size fool you, the homicidal Hamster's class is tough. I've recently heard comments such as "she's going crazy out there!". Her spin classes are tough, including weights, jumps and long climbs are to be expected from her!

MARGIE SAYUNO

Women's Boxing – Saturday 10:00 a.m.

Rachelle Thibodeau

Boxing – Wednesday 5:30 pm

If Rachelle can't inspire you to give 100% effort, then no one can. In a few short years Rachelle has worked her way up from a fledgling member to a trainer with her persistence and passion. Check her morning class out yourself for some much needed inspiration.

Ian Brown

Boxing – Tuesday 5:30 p.m.

If you've never done a Sime workout, it is about time you have. His catchphrases will take you to the next level of training. Remember to FOCUS and IT'S all you.

Sean Davis

Boxing – Friday 5:30 p.m., Spin – Tuesday 12:00 p.m.

Sean's high energy music will keep you pushing through while using high rep, speed, and many other great boxing drills.

sHannon Ralkie Blomquist

Spin, Fight Bike – Tuesday 5:30 p.m.

"Over these past 9 years, I have volunteered at the front desk, assisted the lovely Bridget with her class and for 3 years lead the Saturday 10:00 a.m. roadwork class before moving on to Tuesday evenings. I love making people sweat whilst subjecting them to the best music known to man."

Desirae Warkentin

Spin – Thursday 5:30 p.m.

Todd crompton

Boxing – Tuesday 12:00 p.m.

"I'm a 41-year-old asthmatic nerd who was bitten by the (radioactive?) boxing bug in October 2013. Since then, I've dropped 60 pounds and became the winner of Fight Club VII, Fight Games II, and Set the Pace for Pan Am Place II. When not at the boxing gym, don't be surprised to find me reintroducing myself to my fellow co-workers because they don't recognize me anymore. Or explaining in meetings that the dark circles under my eyes aren't because I'm tired, but because I sparred the day before."

Tom Rossi

Boxing – Friday 6:45 a.m.

The undefeated champion of the 6:45 am class! Well, 1-0 is still technically undefeated... Tom will get your morning going with a high-intensity hour of boxing that will make the rest of your day seem like a walk in the park.

Natasha Bosc

Boxing – Tuesday 6:45 a.m.

Coming soon...

Patty Romeo

Boxing – Wednesday 6:35 p.m.

Patty has great energy and music. As a former NCAA Division I athlete, she brings drills that will challenge your endurance and coordination. She is a very hard worker, does her own training in addition to coaching and is a long time member of the Pan Am Boxing Fight Team.

Don gauthier

Youth Boxing – Wednesday 5:30 p.m.

Don’s been with the club since January 2016 and the experience has changed his life for the better–meeting great people whom he’s become friends with. Recently, Don’s taken on new responsibilities at the club, and he sees it as a terrific opportunity to give back. He will be taking over Youth Boxing and private training for individuals and groups. Don loves HITT and plans to implement it in his boxing training. He is eager to share his boxing knowledge and experience to help others.