197 - Snake Tales featuring Binnsy

About this episode

Jake "Snake" Paterson and Chris Binns discuss the challenges and experiences of pro surfing and athlete coaching.

This week, Jake "Snake" Paterson and Chris Binns join Namu in the Shedquarters. Ever wonder what it’s like behind the scenes of pro surfing? Here’s a peek into the travel grind! Tag someone who needs to hear this! From chasing swells around the globe to family dramas at local events, the life of an Athlete Coach is full of highs and lows. Jake Patterson shares his journey—four back-to-back events, and now off to El Salvador! The challenge? Balancing home life with the demands of competition. What’s the takeaway? Success isn’t just about winning—it’s about learning, adapting, and enjoying the ride. Catch the full episode for more insights! Link in bio. #BarreledSurfPodcast #ProSurfing #SurfLife #SurfTravel #BehindTheScenes

People in this episode

Host: Namu

Guests: Jake "Snake" Paterson, Chris Binns

Topics covered

• pro surfing
• athlete coaching
• travel grind
• family dynamics
• competition
• success
• learning

Keywords

• pro surfing
• athlete coach
• travel
• competition
• family
• success
• learning

Mentioned in this episode

Places: El Salvador

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