EPISODE · Oct 1, 2024 · 1H
From the Jersey Shore to Costa Rica: Bryan Gleason
from Flow State Yoga for Athletes · host pod617 - The Boston Podcast Network
In the inaugural episode of the Flow State Yoga for Athletes podcast, host Dan Rosenak engages in an enriching conversation with Bryan Gleason, a veteran lifeguard, lifelong athlete, and owner of Surf Costa Retreat Center in Costa Rica. Bryan shares his journey growing up on the Jersey shore, his evolution as an athlete, and the founding and growth of Surf Costa. He discusses the importance of lifeguard training programs, his approach to breathwork for optimal performance, and his experiences rescuing people in challenging conditions. Bryan also shares insights into the upcoming men's surf and yoga retreat and stresses the value of building a lifestyle around core passions and values. Links www.surfcosta.com IG: @surfcosta FlowStateYogaTherapy.com @FlowStateYogaTherapy [email protected] Topics 00:50 Meet Bryan Gleason: Lifeguard and Surf Retreat Owner 01:22 Growing Up by the Shore 03:17 Founding SurfCosta: A Dream Realized 08:35 Expanding SurfCosta Beyond Surfing 11:09 Partnering for a Surf and Yoga Retreat 11:38 Crafting a Life Around Passion 12:13 The Challenges and Rewards of Following Your Passion 16:05 Brian's Athletic Journey: Surfing and Paddling 16:34 The SEA Paddle Race Experience 25:57 Rescue Stories and Memorable Moments 29:58 A Lifeguard's Instincts and Early Experiences 30:36 Growing Up with Sports and Lifeguarding 33:18 The Competitive Spirit of New Jersey Lifeguarding 35:21 Brother's Journey in Competitive Surfing 41:35 Training the Next Generation of Lifeguards 47:19 Personal Growth Through Breath Work 55:13 Promoting Surf Costa and Final Thoughts Flow State Yoga
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