Being based in West London it was only natural for BVB to shoot at the spiritual home of boxing in this neck of the woods. The Akay family boxing legacy dates back to 1974, before taking up permanent residence at it's current location on the Harrow Road in 1983. The gym has produced champions and seen many pass through it's esteemed doors; a living, breathing monument to British boxing heritage. Read our interview with Jamal Akay, son of the late, great 'Mr Akay' and discover the fascinating history of the All Stars Boxing Gym.

Photography and retouch by Chris Boulton chrisboulton.com

Models: Charlie Duffield, Glen Power and Nuakai Aru.