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President's Message

Hello Fellow Rotarians,

 

On Saturday, we joined with community partners for the annual Turkey Giveaway, uplifting local families with holiday meals and essential resources. It’s an honor to stand alongside Rebound in this meaningful effort.

 

 

 

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December 2nd Meeting

On December 2 at 11:45 AM, don't miss the opportunity to hear Diego Bressant from the Wolf’s Den, who is leading city-wide clean-ups that are making a real difference. As an inspiring young entrepreneur, he is dedicated to enhancing health, wellness, and cleanliness in our community. Join us to learn how you can be part of this important movement!

 

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Reminder:

 

The nominating committee, chaired by Dr. Bill Orr, has met and approved a slate of potential officers, who have accepted the nominations:

 

- President: Tawnya Rhoades-Hensley (25/26)

- President Elect: Edward Hensley

- Director at Large: Shirley Jean

- Director at Large: Sheila McDevitt

- Treasurer: Ed Ridder

- Secretary: Phil Savage III

- Immediate Past President: Dr. Bill Orr

 

Voting will take place on December 2 at our first meeting. Any additional nominations will be accepted from the floor during the November 18 meeting.

 

Additionally, a board meeting will be held immediately following the December 2 meeting.

 

 
Tawnya Rhoades-Hensley
President, 2025-2026

Rotary Club of Downtown San Bernardino

 

 

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Featured Presentation

Diego Bressant – Founder of The Wolf’s Den, San Bernardino

Diego Bressant is the visionary behind The Wolf’s Den Training Facility, located at 1930 South “E” Street, San Bernardino, CA. His journey began humbly, training athletes at Moore Middle School with homemade obstacles he built and carried himself. When he later moved training into his backyard, he christened the space “The Wolf’s Den,” inspired by his four huskies, who were constant companions during those early sessions.

From those grassroots beginnings, Diego built a community of athletes who shared his passion for obstacle training, fitness, and resilience. His backyard rig attracted nearly 200 people, including competitors from American Ninja Warrior, where Diego himself pursued his dream of competing. He applied season after season, finally earning a call to compete in Season 15 of American Ninja Warrior, a milestone that fueled his drive to expand The Wolf’s Den into a full-fledged facility.

Today, The Wolf’s Den has grown into a thriving training hub with over 300 active members. The facility supports athletes across disciplines—Ninja Warriors, OCR (Obstacle Course Racing) champions, parkour athletes, gymnasts, and even knife-throwing champions. Diego’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: transform every “I can’t” into “I can’t believe I did that.”

Beyond fitness, Diego is recognized as a community leader. He was honored as Citizen of the Month by the San Bernardino City Council in July 2023, alongside fellow community advocate Xzavian Ochoa. His work reflects a commitment not only to physical training but also to uplifting San Bernardino by offering a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for people of all ages and fitness levels.

 

Quick Highlights

  • Founder & Owner: The Wolf’s Den Training Facility, San Bernardino
  • Location: 1930 South “E” Street, San Bernardino, CA 92408
  • Origins: Began training with homemade obstacles at Moore Middle School, and later moved to backyard training with nearly 200 participants
  • Inspiration: Named The Wolf’s Den after his four huskies
  • American Ninja Warrior: Competed in Season 15
  • Community Impact: Over 300 active members; honored as Citizen of the Month by San Bernardino City Council
  • Philosophy: Turning “I can’t” into “I can’t believe I did that”

Diego Bressant’s story is one of persistence, creativity, and community building. From backyard rigs to a professional facility, he has transformed his passion into a movement that inspires athletes and neighbors alike.

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Rotary Club Website

Attention San Bernardino Rotarians,
You can now access the Rotary Club of San Bernardino website by entering the domain names: rotarysb.org and rcsb.net.
 

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ROTARY LIFE ADVISORS

Freshman Class – Leonard Ayala & Antonette Hensley
                                             
Sophomore Class – Daniel Solkowitz and Justen Steeman
 
Junior Class – No Class
 
Senior Class – Latasha Aimee, Lindsey Cobaugh & Shirley Jean
 
Updated 10/19/25
 
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November 13
 
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Carla Cronin
November 14
 
Christopher Jean
November 22
 
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City-wide Clean Up
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