#17 - Interview with a Coach - Nick Pampallis

Nick Pampallis joins us on the podcast for a look at what a day in the life of a Coach is like. Nick coaches boxing, fitness and thinking and runs operations within The Coaching Centre and the Integral Africa Institute. Nick studied personal training and sports conditioning. He started working as a personal trainer but lost the love for it. Nick has run a business importing American Apparel as well as a business in Port Alfred. Returning home he re-visited his boxing coach and started to coach boxing. He completed a coaching course over 1 year with the family coaching business before becoming an integral member of their team. We take a look at what happened.

“I wouldn’t recommend boxing for self-defence, there are a number of other arts which are better suited like Jiu-Jitsu or Krav Maga.” 

“Fighting is the last option, there are so many steps before you get to that place of danger.”

“I was getting sucked into the rat race, I started to master my realms: mind, body and soul.” 

“I wanted to become a positive influence in the world. And I wanted to be in control.” 

“Fitness at the time seemed to be the best option, the product gives something back to the person.” 

“Boxing is a pillar for me. It’s a place where I feel very secure.” 

“The world has no rules, they are all made up beliefs.” 

“We start putting ourselves into boxes. You have to be rich to be successful - that’s a type of box.” 

“To create your own box with honesty is one of the hardest things you have to do.” 

“Every challenge that I’ve had, I’ve learnt great lessons.” 

“Learn when to quit because when doors close, others open. If you are standing in the middle of the doorway, nothing can come in or out.” 

“The self-critic within yourself is a liar.”