SHOW UP AND SWEAT

Trainer/Staff Bio

Stephanie is from Raleigh, NC. She started as a member in 2017 and now attends North Carolina State University for Sport Management and Business Administration. If she is not at the club you can find her fishing and watching sports.

My personal mantra

Everyday be hardworking with a positive attitude to get better

My training style is:

connected

My why:

Started coming to TITLE in 2017 and immediately knew i wanted to be better and better. I chase improvement and growth and want to encourage others to do the same

What gives me my fighting spirit:

Celsius

Trainer/Staff Bio

During Danny’s tenure as a combat journalist in the US Navy he acquired the necessary skills to become a hand-to-hand combat trainer. He progressed his training as a boxer at Title Austin and Title in NC. Danny enjoys Piña Coladas, long walks on the beach, and getting caught in the rain. But also surprisingly into yoga.

My personal mantra

I do it because I can, I can because I want to, I want to because you said it couldn’t be done.

My training style is:

fun

My why:

Cause why not…. See what I did there? Flipped it. But really my wife is number one in my corner… that’s why.

What gives me my fighting spirit:

Surviving is the most Punk thing you can do.

Trainer/Staff Bio

Wes was born in Tampa, FL. His parents moved to Charlotte when he was 2. They relocated to Raleigh to be closer to family in 2010.  Wes went to High Point University, and graduated with BA w/ concentration on Design Studies. His hobbies are designing apparel, making art, attempting to make music, sparring, and playing video games.

My personal mantra

It is what it is, till it isn’t

My training style is:

connected

My why:

It’s great to see people not injure themselves when they’re already working to make their lives better. I try my best to capitalize on every opportunity to show someone how to perform movements as safely and efficiently as they possibly can.

What gives me my fighting spirit:

Knowing that there’s always room to grow stronger - whether it’s physically or mentally, in the gym or outside

Trainer/Staff Bio

Aarin Pawa was raised in Raleigh, NC. He currently attends North Carolina State University. In his free time, he enjoys boxing and working out.

My personal mantra

Discipline is the best weapon in the battle of life.

My training style is:

transformative

My why:

Boxing has given me everything I have ever wanted in life, including purpose and passion, so it’s only fair I use it to give back to my community.

What gives me my fighting spirit:

Being 1% better than I was yesterday.

Trainer/Staff Bio

Connie was born in China and moved to North Carolina when she was six months old. She graduated from NC State University with a concentration of marketing and has been in various corporate executive marketing roles since then. In her free time, Connie enjoys, hiking, cooking, camping, and yoga.

My personal mantra

“Always be unapologetically spontaneous”

My training style is:

heart

My why:

Through the hustle and bustle of daily life, I find boxing and TITLE to be my outlet. It is where nothing else matters in the day, and this time is given to me and my time with the bag. I have found so much peace and gratitude in boxing. I hope through training, I enlighten others to also find peace and connectedness with themselves and the bag.

What gives me my fighting spirit:

The expectation of always being able to figure it out, regardless of the situation, regardless of the time, regardless of the day.

My personal mantra

Seed, Time, Harvest.

My training style is:

authentic

My why:

"I find immense joy in helping others reach their goals!"

What gives me my fighting spirit:

"Another day above ground!"

Trainer/Staff Bio

Coach Ron is from Providence, RI. Upon graduating from high school he enlisted in the Unties States Army. During his time in the service he worked in communications. He has been boxing and kickboxing for a long time and loves to keep his skills sharp and training others! When he is not at TITLE, Coach Ron loves to garden, spend time with his Granddaughter, and stay active with working out or other sports!

My training style is:

energetic

My why:

I love that I found a place that I can maintain my skills, and at the same time, help others! I love being able to us my training experience to help others with their skill and techniques while developing their fitness and building their confidence through boxing!

What gives me my fighting spirit:

My belief in God, a positive attitude, and the love of my Family and Humanity!

Trainer/Staff Bio

Paul is from Goldsboro, NC and attended THE North Carolina State University! He completed a degree in Animal Science before attending ECU to study biology and biotechnology. Paul is very passionate about science and animals. Currently, Paul works at Lonza RTP when he is not teaching. He started as a member at TITLE over 5 years ago and it completely changed his life. He gives his all in every class when working out, so you will see that same energy when teaching!  When Paul isn’t teaching he loves basketball, video games, seeing friends, and spending time with his wife and dogs. He is ready to chat if you have any NBA or NFL takes!

My personal mantra

Don't give up....don't every give up! - Jimmy V

My training style is:

transformative

My why:

I have had a passion for fitness from an early age and now I enjoy sharing my knowledge and fitness journey with others. I seek to inspire others to find the best path for them, in becoming their best selves.

What gives me my fighting spirit:

I was extremely overweight from 5th through 7th grade. I motivated and challenged myself to eat better and do something about it. My brother and I ran 3 miles everyday over the summer before 8th grade and I lost 15lbs. Ever since then, I began improving my diet and getting into training. I promised myself that I would never go back, overcoming my depression and anxiety over the way I felt about myself. My "never rest, never settle" mentality that developed from this experience gives me the strength to keep improving and help others!

Trainer/Staff Bio

Originally from Minneapolis, Drew discovered his love for martial arts at a no-gi Brazilian jiu-jitsu gym when his college hockey career pulled him to Northern Minnesota. After graduating with a degree in Education, he coached hockey in Northern Minnesota and high school football in Texas (not simultaneously!). Since discovering TITLE, Drew now uses his own competitive spirit to challenge every class to work even harder than the last one. When he’s not at TITLE, you can find Drew chasing his two huskies, Archer and Lana, around the house.

My personal mantra

Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional

My training style is:

authentic

My why:

As a former Title member, I have experienced the benefits of these classes for myself. Now, as a trainer, I have trained professional athletes, former/active military members, and everyday folks. And I love hearing them all call this one of the best workouts they’ve ever had.

What gives me my fighting spirit:

I work twice as hard now so I can have pizza and beer later