Location: Nuvali, Philippines
Date: March 7, 2026

RYC Wellness officially opened its doors, introducing a first-of-its-kind social wellness club that combines a healing café, med spa, and social gym under the philosophy of BYOB – Build Your Own Body. The concept redefines wellness as a shared, holistic experience focused on fitness, nourishment, and community.

Quote from Dewey Cooper:
“RYC is not just a place to work out or get a massage—it’s a community where you build your body, find your people, and truly belong.”

NUVALI, PHILIPPINES-March 07, 2026- RYC Wellness officially opened its doors today with a red ribbon cutting ceremony, introducing a revolutionary concept to the Philippine wellness scene: a social club that seamlessly integrates a healing cafe, a med spa, and a gym- all centered around the empowering philosophy of BYOB: Build Your Own Body.

Located just 3 kilometers from the heart of Nuvali, RYC Wellness reimagines what a wellness destination can be. It is a space where members don’t just work out-they connect, recharge, and belong.

Distinguished Guests Grace the Occasion

The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by notable figures from business and sports, underscoring the wide-reaching appeal of the RYC Wellness concept:

-Jojo Manalo, longtime personal assistant to the prominent Ongpin Family

-Dewey “Black Kobra” Cooper, co-founder of RYC Wellness and president of Team Combat League.

A New Kind of Wellness Destination

Unlike traditional gyms or spas, RYC Wellness is built on the belief that true wellness is a personal journey best shared with community. The facility offers three interconnected experiences:

Experience Offering The Healing Cafe Adaptogenic teas, herbal lattes, and nourishing bites in a warm, inviting space perfect for bringing clients or catching up with friends.

The Social Gym. A community-focused fitness space where members sweat together, cheer each other on, and take social drinks breaks between sets.

Self-defense training is also offered. The Med Spa Massage therapy, facials, and PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields) therapy for deep restoration and recovery.

The studio Yoga, Pilates, and breathwork classes followed by tea and conversation-because the best part of the class is the community that stays.

The BYOB Philosophy: Build Your Own Body

At the heart of RYC Wellness is the empowering concept of BYOB: Build Your Own Body. Members are encouraged to take charge of their wellness journey:

-Fuel right at the cafe with adaptogenic healing herbs and nourishing choices.

-Train smart in the gym with strength work, functional training, and self-defense

-Rest deeply in the med spa with massage, facials, and PEMF therapy.

“We believe wellness is best shared, said Dewey “Black Kobra”, Cooper, co-founder of RYC Wellness and president of Team Boxing League (formerly known as Team Combat League). “RYC is not just a place to work out or get a massage, It’s a community where you build your body, find your people, and truly belong. Whether you’re here to bring a client for coffee join a Yoga class, or simply reset with a facial, every visit is an invitation to connect.”

A Champion’s Pedigree

Cooper brings a legendary career in combat sports to RYC Wellness. A martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee (2008), he has trained and cornered some of the biggest names in combat sports history, including:

-Francis Ngannou-Former UFC Heavyweight Champion

-Beibut Shumenov- WBA & IBA Light Heavyweight World Champion

-Jessica Rakoczy-multiple-time world Champion Boxer

-Jessie Vargas-Former WBO Welterweight World Champion

-Kevin Lee, Roy Nelson, John Alessio-UFC Veterans

As President of Team Combat League, TCL recently made headlines by signing boxing icon Manny Pacquiao for the league’s upcoming season. His championship mindset and commitment to excellence now fuel the training programs and wellness philosophy at RYC.

Grand Opening Celebration

The March 7, 2026, ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by wellness enthusiasts, local media, and future RYC members, Guest enjoyed:

-Complimentary adaptogenic tea tastings

-Studio class demonstrations

-Med spa mini sessions

-Social drink breaks in the gym area

-Tours of the full facility.

About RYC Wellness

RYC Wellness is a modern social club located just 3km from the heart of Nuvali, Philippines. It combines a healing café, a social gym, a wellness studio, and a med spa into one integrated community space. Guided by the BYOB (Build Your Own Body) philosophy, RYC empowers members to take charge of their health while building meaningful connections.