[Those Who Don’t Want To Be Exceptional Need Not Apply] Learn the skills you need to be a world class coach at the Jungle Alliance Coaches Intensive. May 27-28 May, at Jungle Botany. Contact [email protected] for enrolment or more info.   I’m joined by Esther Mason to talk her journey into the Alliance and the… Continue reading Esther’s Ally Journey – Jungle Cabarita Beach Is Born | 182

Making the move from a stable career to one that is immediately less stable, is a big deal. It’s often the reality if you’re transitioning into a coaching career from an already established gig and is enough to stop many people making the move entirely. I went through it myself, coming out of the film… Continue reading From Concreter To Coach – Ryan Jackson | 181

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT: I need one small favour from you to show your support for the show -> hit subscribe on whichever platform you’re listening to this on.  The Jungle Brothers thank you.  ____________ Today I’m joined by Kashi Azad. Kashi is a strength enthusiast who is sharing an ancient form of strength and conditioning… Continue reading The Warrior Spirit & Iran’s Female Led Revolution

I’m joined by Pedro Garcia, long-time Capoeira practitioner and owner of the brand new Jungle Five Dock gym. We discuss the origins of Capoeira, and how Pedro’s experience has been since joining the Jungle Alliance. For the uninitiated, Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of fight, dance, acrobatics and music. These guys… Continue reading Opening Jungle Five Dock & Origins of Capoeira – Pedro Garcia | 179

I’m joined by Serge Houhlias to discuss the art of coaching. Serge is a Crossfit coach who holds great respect for his role as a teacher. His musings on coaching are the catalyst for many drawn out conversations between us.  We decided to make it official and press record on this one. You’re welcome. Check… Continue reading You Should Take Your Coaching Gig More Seriously | 178

Building your own brand is really hard. We’re joined by Michael Pillon for an honest chat about just how hard the journey can be. Michael is a long time friend and JB, and he’s the creator of Famous Soda Co, a sugar free soda company that’s now stocked in major stores around the world. He… Continue reading The Dark Side Of Building Your Own Brand | 177

SUPPORT OUR SHOW! Give us a 5 star review and share an episode with a friend : ) Pauly and I celebrate the end of the year (told you it was late) in this chat about the upcoming Jungle Alliance plans, the opening of Jungle Five Dock and the epic new development within the JBotany… Continue reading 176: Joey and Paul’s Late Happy New Year Special

Nursing during the Covid onslaught, a battle with cancer, and a move interstate – Chloe has navigated some rough seas. From what started as a few drop ins as an interstate visitor, to staking her claim as full time JB Coach, we dive into her journey and learn more about what drives this powerful young… Continue reading 175: Brought In By The Storm – Chloe’s Journey From Nursing To Coaching

When Dylan first rocked up to class my initial thoughts were “this kid’s never gonna make it”… And how wrong I was. From humble tribe member to coach and now gym manager, his journey into a boss-man role here at Jungle Botany has been incredible. We dig into this journey today to find out what… Continue reading 174: From Gym Member To Ultimate Gym Manager

There’s an art to balancing your gym training with Jiu Jitsu (or whichever sport you play). Understanding the key considerations is the secret to getting the best from both pursuits. Today i’m joined by Charles Allan Price, strength coach to some of the UK’s top international grapplers to discuss this top. Charles has a wealth… Continue reading 173: Balancing Your Gym Training and BJJ (or any other sport) – Charles Allan Price