Jungle Brothers

Enrol in the next Coaches Certificate and become qualified to work in any Jungle Alliance Gym and cop 20% off this month! ENROL NOW **Use the code LETSGO at checkout to cop the sweet discount     Jungle Esther aka The Force From The North, joins us for a catch up on how things are going at Jungle Cabarita Beach. She gets real on what the first year of gym ownership has been like, the insecurities...

Scott Watters is an ex-AFL footballer and coach, and the founder of Lifechanger Foundation. Scott saw the need for stronger, more empowered kids, and this is where the foundation was born. We formed a connection through Esther from Jungle Cabarita Beach, where Esther and Scott have been running specialized kids programs together. Scott’s been able to draw on his professional sports background, fat...

We were lighting dudes before we were gym guys. Paul, Teora and myself spent over a decade each working on films, TV shows and commercials all around the world. And we learned a lot during that time In this episode we explore some of the key skills we gained during those years working on productions, such as: navigating team dynamics, making yourself useful, reading the next play, and being action...

No one told you you also had to be a DJ when you got into this class coaching business. Around these parts, coaching and moving well is necessary but not sufficient… Playing great music in your class is a major contributor to the overall energy of your session, and thus the members experience. In today’s show we break down the 7 laws to creating a great playlist – let these be your guide to playin...

Imposter Syndrome get us all. That feeling of not being qualified enough, intelligent enough, or worthy enough to share our viewpoint with the world… When it comes to social media, this plays a massive role in your ability to bring value to the world. Using Paul’s recent dive back into study, we explore imposter syndrome and how it might be holding you back from showing the world how awesome you r...

As hotshot PT recruits it’s drilled into us to always ask our client what their goal is. It wasn’t until someone pointed out why this question is redundant, that I stopped asking it… Enjoy! Own your own Jungle Alliance Gym Follow Joey Follow Pauly

Don’t sleep on this one… COACHES COURSE THIS MONTH! February 24-25 at Jungle Ballina This is the course for those who want to work in our gyms, and become leaders in the fitness game. Get 20% off when you enroll before the 21st! Use the code LETSGO at checkout CLICK HERE TO ENROLL   We break down the Fight Lift Move Methodology. After months of deliberating how we would define ourselves, Tee had t...

“If you couldn’t go to work tomorrow and as a result your gym couldn’t operate, you don’t have a business” – hearing this was a pivotal moment for a 30 year old gym manager Joey. It would take many years still for me to truly heed the lesson therein. Having clear Systems and Processes for everything in your business gives you: Peace of mind Bandwidth to work on new projects A playbook that you can...

Scaling an exercise is pretty simple when strength is the goal. More weight. Less weight. But what about mobility work, or body-weight training..? Is scaling weight still the answer? Or is it range? Perhaps change the drill altogether? In this episode Paul and I break down the JA approach to this, starting with the first consideration: context. Once you understand that, it’s easy to know which met...

We were supposed to talk about the past weekends Coaches Intensive (sensational, I might add) but got hung up on Sydney food culture and cafe scene. Take it from a couple of foodies who also like to stay in shape.

Pauly and I sit down to reminisce on how this thing started. We go back to our days in the film industry, when Tee had the wild idea to leave it and open a gym together. Moving through the years in a dingy park in the city, through to acquiring our first gym on the outskirts of South Sydney! This was a fun one to rehash. Enjoy Check out Jungle Alliance Follow Joey Follow Pauly

A couple of things caught me off-guard on this trip. But I can honestly say that had zero to do with the gym itself or the general vibe around the place. Although it was my first time in there, I felt like I was at home… I did learn something else, though… Follow Jungle Cabarita Beach Follow Joey Follow Pauly  

Going deep on a particular training methodology is a rite of passage for any young coach. The danger is when we stick around this tasty fountain of truth for too long and neglect to look outside of where we’re at. Every culture has it’s dogmas, and if we want to develop a balanced perspective on anything, we need to be able to zoom out and asses our own dogmatism. I detail my time when I was close...

Like everything in our biz, our coaches course has changed over the years. We see this as both an inevitability, and an imperative. As we gain new information, learn more, gather more experience, things must evolve. I’m excited to facilitate next weekends Coaches Intensive. This course is something I’ve been closely involved in since day one and i’m very proud of it. This next event is now sold ou...

ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT TO GET 20% OFF Learn our training methodology, the JB philosophy, and the skill sets required to work in our gyms at the Coaches Intensive. October 21-22, 2023 Our Foundational Movements Patterns, including Bodyweight, Weightlifting, Movement and Conditioning How to coach with authority and become a leader in your space The JB philosophy and how you can use it to build robust, dur...

Learn our training methodology, the JB philosophy, and the skill sets required to work in our gyms at the Coaches Intensive. October 21-22, 2023 You will learn: Our Foundational Movements Patterns, including Bodyweight, Weightlifting, Movement and Conditioning How to coach with authority and become a leader in your space The JB philosophy and how you can use it to build robust, durable humans Prac...

Jumping between roles in your business is a big challenge when it comes to productivity. If you run a business chances are you have plates spinning all over the shop. If you don’t have systems in place, you’ll likely be unproductive. And when that happens, plates start to fall. The business suffers. Today i’m joined by Rikki, tribesman here at Jungle Botany and owner of two businesses. We spoke at...

Today we’re talking about the GOAT of gym equipment. The one piece that has been central to the JB ethos since day one. This piece of kit allows you maximum flexibility. It gives you the freedom to explore multiple training modalities in the one space. And if you value a variety of training styles (like we do), flexibility is paramount. Lean more about the Jungle Alliance Follow Joey Follow Pauly

It can be hard to realise how scary it is for a newbie walking into your gym… It’s a second home for your OG’s. But for an outsider, it all kinds of intimidation. Even for me as a gym owner, gym goer and certified savage, approaching a new space always makes me a little nervous. Hospitality is at the heart of today’s chat. We talk about how vitally important it is that your staff make newbies welc...

I got into a heated debate with a fellow strength coach… It started because he insisted Zercher Squats were an advanced exercise. And people would be better of Back Squatting for a few years before anything else. I disagreed. And the debate was on. A fulfilling exchange and a healthy expansion of perspectives. Pauly and I recap on this debate, and go into a breakdown of what our training currently...

We launch glutes-first into a philosophical exploration of gym work, framing the entire dialogue around our preferred method of espresso extraction. Pauly and I are joined by Serge – one of our favourite crossfitters. We are here to bring you the thought provoking chats you didn’t know you needed.   DO US A FAVOUR – Subscribe to the show on whichever platform you listen on.   OPEN A GYM WITH US  ...

I asked Dylan what were the three things that surprised him most about running a gym. He’s been in the hot seat a good couple of years now. A perfect time to reflect. The gym-life ain’t always what it seems from the outside! BECOME A GREAT COACH – last chance to enrol for the May Coaches Intensive. A course for those who refuse to be average. Contact me for info: joey@junglebrothers.com

[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 joey@junglebrothers.com for enrolment or more info.   I’m joined by Esther Mason to talk her journey into the Alliance and the opening of Jungle Cabarita Beach! At the time of recording the new gym wasn’t yet...

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 industry. I’m joined by one of the newer recruits here at Jungle Botany – Ryan Jackson. We learn...

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 from his mother country, Iran, with people around the world.   It’s know...