My story begins like many others who felt the call to serve after 9/11. I enlisted in the US Army, driven by a deep sense of duty and a commitment to protect. Over the next 21 years, I would rise to become an Army Aviation Officer, flying UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopters, leading platoons and companies, and holding senior positions at the National Guard Bureau and Defense Contract Management Agency.

Alongside my military service, I also dedicated over seven years to law enforcement, where I trained officers in firearms, tactics, fitness, and first responder medical skills. I worked as a Peer Support Specialist, helping fellow officers navigate the aftermath of critical incidents. From the outside, it might have seemed like I had everything under control. But behind the scenes, the toll of my service was beginning to show.

I took control

Refusing to surrender more of my life to injuries and mental health struggles, I embarked on a transformative journey of self-healing. Delving into the realm of science, I immersed myself in understanding the intricacies of my spinal injuries and the profound impact of stress on the mind and body. Armed with knowledge, I took deliberate action each day, reshaping my mindset and cultivating healthier habits.

The results were astounding. I felt an indescribable sense of empowerment as I achieved my goals and regained control over my physical and mental well-being. No longer did pain and anguish dictate the course of my life.

It was during a remarkable expedition to Everest Base Camp in the Nepal Himalayas in 2018 that the dream of Blue Side Yoga was born. If the methods that had transformed my own life were effective, I realized I had a duty to share them with others. 

Thus, a new life mission was born - to assist fellow heroes in attaining the lives they desire and empowering them to muster the strength necessary to achieve their aspirations. Blue Side Adventures became the vessel through which I could extend a helping hand, offering guidance and support to those in need.