ABOUT US

At Pono Boxfit, we believe in the power of movement to foster community and well-being.

New Zealand faces some of the highest rates of obesity and lifestyle related health challenges with many families experiencing barriers to regular physical activity such as cost, transport, and lack of local programmes, and the intimidation that can come with gyms or group fitness environments.

Pono Boxfit has seen firsthand how accessible, culturally connected fitness programmes can create positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Our boxing-inspired fitness programmes provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for people of all fitness levels.

Our programmes encourage people from all walks of life to come together, build strength, improve confidence, and support one another to smash their health and wellbeing goals.

Our founder - Willie

I’m a proud Dad, Papa and Ōtarian Southsider who’s always had a passion for sport, fitness, and community.

Like many of us, life got busy with work, responsibilities, and looking after others. Over time I found myself overweight, burnt out from work, getting older, and heading down a path that could easily have made me another unfortunate statistic.

I realised something had to change, not just my lifestyle but the way I was looking after myself so I could be there for my Whānau and the people around me.

Through boxing and fitness, I started rebuilding my health, my mindset, and my sense of purpose. What began as a personal journey soon grew into something bigger. I saw how powerful movement, connection, and encouragement could be.

That journey became the foundation for Pono Boxfit.