Our Team

Our team is made up of highly skilled and carefully selected coaches and mentors who are committed to guiding, inspiring, and supporting individuals on their journey to growth and well-being.

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Meet Our Coaches and Mentors

Our team of awesome coaches and mentors are hand picked to offer real, practical support for all of our clients. They come with real, lived experience of overcoming the challenges and obstacles life throws at us.

Paul Nichols

Founder & Head Coach

PTPaul is the founder and head coach of Happy.Healthy.Living. Paul is driven to help develop people reduce their suffering and enhance their experiences in life. Through movement, mindfulness practices and encountering amazing mentors in his own life, Paul has developed a very unique skill set in being able to help people understand themselves. In 2013 Paul was awarded Personal Trainer of the Year for Jetts Australia. Paul is a passionate disciple of Grandmaster Henry Sue studying Southern Preying Mantis Kung Fu and Tai Chi. Paul is also a co-founder of Morning Light Studio, a yoga, pilates and barre studio on the Sunshine Coast dedicated to helping more people live a happier, healthier life.

Gavin Curtis

Senior Coach & Mentor

Gav has had an exceptional career within the corporate management world. This time in management equipped Gav with some wonderful skills & qualities including leadership, resilience and planning. Gav realised he has a passion for developing people to help them achieve the things that they wanted in life. Besides an exceptional acumen in corporate management, Gav has an adventurous spirit with a passion for Scuba Diving and a lifelong journey into the world of extreme trekking & high altitude mountaineering. This has led Gav into the treacherous Himalayan Mountains and to becoming a registered Kokoda Trek Expedition Leader. During these dangerous treks it’s important to be able to control the mind and practice mindfulness.

Trish Brown

Accounting

Trish Brown is a skilled accounting professional at Happy Healthy Living in Australia, where she plays a crucial role in managing the organization’s financial health. With a strong background in accounting and finance, she oversees budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Her expertise in financial management helps support the organization’s mission of promoting well-being through movement, mindfulness, and mentorship.

Grace Leach

Female Coach

Grace Leach is a dedicated and passionate coach at Happy Healthy Living in Australia, committed to empowering individuals on their journey to health and well-being. With a strong background in fitness, movement, and mentorship, she helps guide people toward their personal goals through a holistic approach that integrates physical activity, mindfulness, and personal growth.

Shawn Spowart

Male Coach

Known for his supportive and motivating coaching style, Shawn works closely with individuals to help them achieve their goals, whether it’s improving fitness, developing a positive mindset, or building long-term healthy habits. He believes that movement is a powerful tool for personal growth and is committed to fostering a welcoming and empowering environment for all. As a key member of the Happy Healthy Living team, Shawn continues to inspire and guide others on their journey to a healthier, happier life.

Ben Tacey

Male Coach

Playing a wide variety of competitive sports growing up, Ben has direct experience with physical movement and a sharp mindset being pivotal to long term health and wellbeing. Specifically, Ben still trains and competes as an elite distance runner on a national and international level. Competitive sport has taught him a lot about human nature. Dealing with challenging emotions, overcoming limitations, patience and consistency, and working towards short- and long-term goals, despite obstacles along the way. During this time, he has developed a passion for helping others navigate their own journeys of becoming a happier and healthier version of themselves. Whether that’s high-performance junior athletes or students just wanting to be more confident at school. Ben has been working with Happy Healthy Living for 4 years now. He has mentored clients with all different needs and abilities and brings a nurturing, positive environment to all of his sessions.

Guiding You to a Healthier, Happier Life

At Happy Healthy Living, our team is made up of passionate coaches, mentors, and professionals dedicated to helping you move, feel, and live better. We believe that true well-being is a journey best taken together, and our experts are here to support and guide you every step of the way.

Join us on this journey towards optimal mental health and well-being. Together, we can build a future where everyone is empowered to live their best lives.

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