Two weeks ago, Amar Sandhu put on boxing gloves for the first time.
On Dec. 8, heB次元官网网址檒l be one of 30 people squaring off in a red-carpet charity boxing fundraiser at the Fairmont Empress Hotel.
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A new Victoria resident and chiropractor by trade, he wanted to challenge himself and connect with the community. When he heard about Fight 4 the Cause, he jumped at the opportunity.
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Proceeds from the event will benefit three local charities: , the Brazilian Cultural Foundation and Adventure Therapy.
Each boxer is sponsored by a local business that covers the cost of eight weeks of personal training at Studio 4 Athletics.
SandhuB次元官网网址檚 sponsor, Aria Health and Wellness, will also be providing chiropractic and massage services to participants on fight night.
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Contenders go through a brutal training regimen that involves 6 a.m. workouts four days a week, and boot camp on Saturdays.
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Fight 4 the Cause takes place in the Carson Room at the Fairmont Empress Hotel. Tables at the black-tie event cost between $1,100 to $1,300 and include a four-course dinner, live entertainment and ringside seats. Theatre seating is also available for $45 per person.
Tickets went on sale Nov. 1 and Lee expects theyB次元官网网址檒l sell out.
For more information and tickets, visit fight4thecause.ca.
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