SUMMER CAMP WITH A WORLD CHAMP
hosted by Fitz 'The Whip' Vanderpool

The Whip Boxing Academy provides a nurturing environment that teaches proper boxing technique,
stresses positive thinking and promotes healthy living.

Please pre-registration for Boxing Fitness Camp 2019.
Call 519-577-7910 or fill out the form below.
The Boxing Academy is located at
178B Weber Street North, Waterloo, ON

SUMMER CAMP WITH A WORLD CHAMP
Dates
July 8 – 12 (Ages 12-15 yrs)
July 22 - 26 (Ages 8-11 yrs)
Monday – Friday (1 week sessions) / 8:00am – 4:00pm
Open to both - Boys & Girls
Costs
Register and pay: $239.00 / week (plus 13% HST)
Payable by cash or money order (payable to Vanderpool Fitness)
Please contact Fitz “The Whip” to register your child today. Hurry, spaces are limited!
Summer Camp with a World Champ
is hosted by Fitz 'The Whip' Vanderpool.
​This 5-day structured camp consists of
Daily Activities Include:
MORNINGS:
Footwork, Proper Stance, Proper punching
technique, forms and skills, Defensive and
Conditioning Drills, Medicine Ball, Heavy Bag,
Skipping and Shadowboxing.
AFTERNOONS: (Weather Permitting)
Basketball, Swimming, Soccer, Tag,
Frisbee, Football, Games and Activities at the
nearby Park.

    2019 Summer Camp Registration

    Payable by cash or money order (payable to Vanderpool Fitness) 

MEET FITZ THE WHIP VANDERPOOL 

PictureFitz 'The Whip' Vanderpool Photo by Nadezdha Lyra Mirrored Muse Imagery
Congratulate, and celebrate with Fitz on this momentous occasion, 

Fitz 'The Whip' was born in Trinidad and Tobago to John and Margaret Vanderpool - the middle child of 5 boys. After the family came to Canada in 1972, all of the boys trained as amateur boxers, but quit in 1984. However, watching the 1988 Olympics lit a fire under Fitz and he decided to shoot for the 1992 Olympics. He began training and fighting again, and chocked up 4 losses to the Canadian champion for 4 years in a row.
At the 1992 Olympic trials, Fitz was the only challenger to actually beat a champion - however he had to beat the champion twice in order to represent Canada. The next day he fought the champ and lost - he would not represent Canada at the 1992 Olympics. His dream shattered, he decided to turn professional. However, before he turned pro, Fitz fought and won the 1993 Canadian Amateur championship.
Fitz had high hopes becoming a world champion, and blazed quite a trail attaining his goal. Fitz 'The Whip' Vanderpool went on to win the: 
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​ACHEIVEMENTS and TITLE WINS INCLUDE:
  • Canadian Professional Boxing Federation title
  • World Boxing Federation Intercontinental title
  • World Boxing Council Welterweight Fecarbox title
  • World Boxing Federation Superwelterweight World title
  • World Boxing Council Superwelterweight Fecarbox title.​
  • Fitz is the owner & president of Vanderpool Fitness & Boxing in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
  • Fitz facilitates fitness boxing programs in Waterloo Region schools in the Region of Waterloo, teaching the students fitness through boxing and inspiring them to be successful individuals.
  • Having lived the dream of becoming a World champion Fitz also speaks at schools inspiring young people to set goals and chase their dreams.
  • As an International Fire Safety Fitz speaks on fire safety and prevention.
  • Fitz is one of the first 10 people inducted into Eastwood Collegiate's Wall of Recognition.
  • In 2008, Fitz 'The Whip' was inducted into the Waterloo County Hall of Fame.

In 2009, Fitz co-wrote his book 'The Whip' with Sandra Cole. (produced by Waterloo Region law firm Morell Kelly) This inspirational book shows how anyone can chase their dream and succeed, even when the odds are stacked against you.

With Hope It's Possible!