Matthew Schollard

WIND FANATIC, PISTOL-SQUAT FIEND, ACCOMPLISHED FORMER PARARESCUEMAN

A lifelong student of living, Matt believes the purpose of existence is experience, exploration of Self, and evolution. Raised globally, his exposure to a multitude of cultures at an early age left a lasting impact on his quest to find 'meaning' in life. Inspired by Eastern philosophies, punk rock, yoga, windsurfing, and the overwhelming commonalities he identified in the people of Earth, Matt shaped his own unique guiding principles that have lit the way along a diverse and inspiring path.

Upon reaching legal adulthood, after an unfortunate skateboarding misunderstanding forced him to leave Australia, Matt decided that he needed to seek out the 'hardest job in the world' to test his potential. Following his will & wind, he found himself in the years-long quest to become a US Air Force Pararescueman (PJ).

Emerging victorious and full of more skills and mental fortitude than ever before, Matt set the stage for his dynamic and overwhelmingly successful 12 year career as a Special Operations PJ. Serving in every major conflict, at the forefront of many geopolitical operations and campaigns, he worked alongside and led members of dozens of military & government agencies, both foreign and national, all the while sharpening his physical and mental edge to evolve into his highest potential.

Upon leaving active duty in 2013, Matt moved to a secluded beach house in Hawaii and brought attention back to his ‘Self’, to regroup and plan his next life cycle. Focusing heavily on yoga, meditation, playful movement, breathwork, kiteboarding, surfing, and the ocean/nature, he found equilibrium in his existence and knew he was ready to share the lessons and wisdom he acquired along his path; but not without a few more adventures along the way! Through whatever cosmic lottery he won, Matt found himself professionally gallivanting about the globe on private islands, mega-yachts, and beach resorts, skydiving, freediving, surfing, kiting, playing, practicing and sharing yoga, acro-yoga, plant based living, mental toughness and overcoming fear.

Matt currently lives in the hidden paradise of the PNW, sharing his love of life with any and all! A typical day may include, but not limited to; windsurfing, kiteboarding, SUP, swimming, hiking, road/mountain biking, yoga, acro-yoga, handstands, gymnastics, calisthenics, meditation, breathwork, playing guitar, guitalele, drums, handpan, didgeridoo, creating digital music, ad-lib humorous songs about existence, writing, blogging, creating videos, cliff jumping, planning the next adventure, daydreaming, cooking, teaching, sharing, inspiring, motivating, laughing, crying, and always LIVING!