Bayanihan Boxing "Winky Wednesday" w/ Jean (JT) Teodoro at Bambu Pharm Oakland
🥊 Bayanihan Boxing is now at Bambu Pharm! Experience the spirit of Bayanihan!
We’re excited to launch a new weekly class every Wednesday from 5:30–7:30 PM at Bambu Pharm (West Oakland) 🌿
Bayanihan Boxing @bayanihanboxing is more than a boxing class, it’s a space for movement, mindfulness, and community. Rooted in the Filipino value of bayanihan (communal spirit), we train not just the body, but the heart and mind.
In the current political climate, self-defense is not just a skill, it’s a form of readiness, resilience, and collective care. Together, we build strength to protect ourselves and our communities.
All levels welcome! Our sessions center accessibility, care, and inclusion, creating a safe space for everyone, from beginners to experienced boxers.
💥 What to Expect:
• Full-body, low-impact boxing
• Focus on breath, awareness & technique
• Femme & LGBTQ+ inclusive energy
💚 Sliding scale $40–$80
💬 Your contribution supports independent cultural & community artists and helps keep Bambu Pharm alive as a creative, cultural hub for Oakland and beyond. Thank you for showing up for the arts & culture that nourish us! 💛
Bambu Pharm also offers nourishment for the belly & soul:
🥥 Self Serve Juice and Tea Bar
🍽 Soup du Jour by "love's little things" (when available)
📍 Bambu Pharm is locared 2 blocks from West Oakland BART | Address upon RSVP
✨ Bayanihan Boxing is Every Wednesday | 5:30–7:30 PM
🥿Bambu Pharm is a No-Shoes Space. For boxing classes, pls. Only use indoor shoes.
Bio: jxtheo (j-thee-o), also known as Jean (JT) Teodoro, is an environmentalist, internationalist, poet and educator. They create art to inspire proficiency in the language of revolutionary action. They were born in QC, Philippines, and raised in both QC & Unceded Ramaytush Ohlone Land (San Francisco, CA). They are a co-founder and vocalist of the hip-hop & rock band Boondock Squad. They founded Bayanihan Boxing – an affordable, inclusive, low-impact sports and martial arts program with a holistic approach to the sweet science. They also founded Versus Odds – a multi-medium production company that aims to democratize art, culture and media by featuring critical voices from communities that deserve more visibility. They have worked as an instructor in Filipino language, social sciences and creative writing.
Their debut publication, a graphic poetry book titled “Paper Trail of FREEDOM,” is scheduled for its reissue and release in Fall 2025. Pre-order your copy now!
