In this video workshop for grades 7+, get to know Team 700 – an all-Indigenous youth boxing team whose name carries a lot of meaning. The “700” represents the approximately 700 youth who age out of government care every year in British Columbia alone, majority of which are Indigenous youth. Team 700 is about more than boxing — it’s about reclaiming identity, finding strength through culture, and building a circle of support. The youth share what it means to be part of a team where everyone understands the barriers Indigenous youth often face, like racism, intergenerational trauma, and systemic inequality. But they also share the pride, power, and cultural connection that shine through — from the medicines they carry to the languages they speak and the values they live by. Team 700 shows that true strength comes from lifting each other up, honouring your roots, and refusing to give up on yourself or your community.
This workshop is intended for grades 7-12