For backstory, I’ve been passionate about health and fitness since I was a child. I’ve been working in the fitness industry since even before finishing high school. Starting out leading fitness programs at summer camps, then teaching classes in martial arts schools and performing on demonstration teams. I’ve taught my calisthenics workshops all across Europe, have competed in Eastern Europe, and led retreats in Costa Rica. So I’ve been around the block in my multiple decades of being in my field.

But little did I know the direction of my life would change quickly and drastically after catching just a short news clip of the legendary card mechanic Richard Turner. I connected to his message and his level of dedication and hard work. I immediately picked up the cards and started practicing. With the help of my friends I built a card table and card room and haven’t missed a single day of practice since.

After years of daily practice, I finally met Rick Turner in person, and he took me under his wing, helping me refine my technique and teaching me secrets he learned and extended upon from some of the greatest card mechanics of the last century, including Dai Vernon and Charlie Miller.