Daniel began training in the martial arts at 8 years old. Going on to achieve Black Belt in multiple disciplines. At the age of 13, he was already tasked with instructing several classes per week. It was not long after this that he also moved into boxing and kickboxing training, which was a competitive passion that lasted well over a decade with much success, including several years as a professional, international fights, Australian and World Titles.

His accomplishments over his 30 year competitive career include: 

2 x World Kickboxing Champion

2 x Australian Boxing Champion

4th Degree Black Belt Tae Kwon Do

2nd Degree Black Belt Hap Ki Do

Instructor Certifications in multiple Martial Arts disciplines

In 2009 Daniel retired from kickboxing and made the switch to powerlifting full time. Daniel has competed in powerlifting since 2009 at both a state and national level, including a gold medal at state level as well as a bronze medal at national championships.

Accomplishments include:

300kg Squat

200kg Bench Press

310kg Deadlift

Powerlifting National Record Holder

Powerlifting State Champion

Powerlifting National Championships Silver Medal

Since 2015 Dan has been a mainstay on the Professional Championship Wrestling (PCW) roster. He has had over 200 professional wrestling matches including everything from cage matches to a 60 minute ‘Ironman’ match.

Accomplishments:

PCW National Champion (Longest Reigning)

2 x PCW Tag Team Champion (Longest Reigning)

In amongst his competitive sporting pursuits, Dan has always found time for other sporting activities. This includes over 25 years of tennis, several years of archery, as well as his nearly 20 year love affair with all things cycling. Dan started as an avid road cyclist, clocking up over 300km per week to help with kickboxing training, but now takes every opportunity to get out on his mountain bike tackling the wildest trails he can find. He goes hiking and 4wd exploring in the mountains for relaxation in his free time.

Severe degenerative arthritis in Dan’s hips had been diagnosed and was worsening since 2017. By 2020 Dan had constant and severe pain in both hips.

Dans first hip replacement surgery was in March 2022 and his second hip replacement in July 2022. Both surgeries required long and significant rehabilitation programs. The physical stress of 2 major surgeries also had longer term effects to overall health and required significant medical intervention address hormone and mineral imbalances causing extreme fatigue and slowing down the recovery process.

Dan has now successfully returned to all of his pre-operative activities and training, and feels that the profound experience of overcoming such significant surgeries has given him even more perspective on how better he can help other people facing physical challenges.