About Kael

I am certified in 600 hour yoga teacher training, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, Black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Taekwondo, and former professional fighter and title belt holder in Muay Thai, kickboxing, K1 and cage fighting.

Having worked extensively with victims of crime, survivors of physical, mental, and sexual assault, as well as those affected by bullying, including children and teens, I extend my reach through school programs, speaking events, and personalised coaching. My commitment shines through in my 12-week program, The Conscious Warrior where I guides individuals toward a transformative journey.

My ultimate mission is to empower as many people as possible to lead a life of sustained joy! Through my unique modalities and life experience I empower others to overcome the pain of their past and live a life of freedom of fulfilment.

My past was full of fear, violence, & abuse…

The Early Days

had a pretty rough time in school. My interests fell into the ‘nerdy’ category, and bullying and physical assault from my peers took its toll on me. Slowly but surely, insecurities began to form a large part of my inner world. I began to question my worth and change who I was to gain acceptance. At 16 years old, after a violent attack at school, I threw myself into my martial arts, determined not to be a victim.

I began to replace my fantasy novels with a collection of black belts from various disciplines. I spent the next chapter of my life immersed in the fight life. MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Taekwondo.

But as much as I desired it to, the fighting did’t truly solve my problems.

I was terrified before every fight, I didn’t want to fight. My body was burning out and in pain… Internally I was still afraid and felt unworthy, my low self-esteem was masked by these external achievements, but they were not sustainable nor really what I was seeking.

The real fights were going on within. A constant wrestling with who I was and how I showed up.

What Beliefs Changed

The training and fighting provided me with enough physical confidence to get through the next while. But underneath, I was still hurting and struggling with feelings of inadequacy. The real fights were going on within. A constant wrestling with who I was and how I showed up.

Years later, I immersed myself in the worlds of Buddhism, yoga, meditation and breathwork. It was the inner work I had been missing.

It might seem strange, but it all seemed to go hand in hand - the fighting and the stillness - to bring about the holistic healing I needed.

The outer work and the inner work. The intensity and the softness. The yin and the yang.

I realised it was never the black belts and the titles that gave me the confidence and self assurance - it was the journey to get there that gave me the gift of empowerment and trust in myself.

New positive lifestlye

I carry this same holistic balance into my coaching and mentoring.

I’ve spent the last few years running a lucrative business that drained my energy and joy and left me completely burnt out. It took a lot (both self initiated and forced on me by the Universe) for me to finally let the business go as a token of ‘success,’ and pursue work that aligns with my values and fills me up.

These days, I’m either hanging out in my gym and dojo over at Tribe MMA (www.tribemma.com), wrestling my kids for leadership status, expanding my knowledge in as many courses as I can (currently immersed in clinical hypnotherapy and psychotherapy, plus a 460 hour biodynamic breathwork for trauma release course) or collaborating with some clever people on some awesome corporate workshops.

I look forward to meeting you and witnessing your transformation!
Kael

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Diploma in Fitness, Diploma in Sport Coaching

  • Government accredited coach - Victorian Combat Sports Board

  • 600 hour Yoga Teacher

  • First aid and WWCC

  • Certified YOGABODY® Breathing Coach

  • Currently studying: Diploma in clinical hypnotherapy & psychotherapy. Along with a 460 hour biodynamic breathwork for trauma release course.

Experience

  • Veteran fighter in Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and K1 20 professional fights 3 losses, won multiple title belts

  • 7 professional MMA / Cage fights 5 wins via submission 2 losses .

  • Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Taekwondo.

  • Equivalent level and Instructor in Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Krav Maga.

  • 2+ years Retreat Facilitator and Yoga Teacher