DEAN
"THE MACHINE"
MAYRAND

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DEAN IS A Level 1 boxing coach, certified personal trainer and co-owner of titans boxing club in cold lake, alberta. with over 30 years of training experience and an amateur boxing record of 16 wins, 6 losses, dean brings a life time of discipline, grit and real fight experience into every session.

before stepping fully into boxing, dean spent 10 years playing professional hockey as an enforcer across north america, becoming widely recognized after winning “battle of the hockey enforcers: Black & Blue” pay per view event. his transition into boxing was rooted in the same mindset - toughness, resilience and a relentless work ethic.

dean’s coaching philosophy is simple: Build belief first. he pushes athletes to see what they’re capable of, then backs it up with structure, hard work and consistency. whether he’s working with beginners or competitive fighters, his focus is on developing confidence, discipline and a mindset that carries far beyond the gym.

at titans, Dean is known for helping people break out of their comfort zones and level up, not just physically but mentally. he believes winning starts in the mind and that success comes from setting goals, putting in the work and refusing to quit when things get hard.

Outside the gym, dean is a power engineer and volunteer fire fighter who thrives on staying active and constantly improving. he’s driven by progression, allergic to average and passionate about passing his knowledge and mindset on. He’s a proud husband and father, and his drive to lead by example carries into both his family life and coaching.

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