Jake Czerpak (He/Him)

Growing up in an active family, movement was always a part of life for Jake. From an early age, he was immersed in sport—primarily rugby, while also playing basketball, soccer and enjoying road biking. That same spirit carries through in his love of the outdoors and everything Vancouver Island has to offer. Whether it’s snowboarding, surfing, canoeing, kayaking, or camping, he feels most at home moving outside.

Jake came to coaching later in life, following a career that took him across the UK, France, Germany and the Netherlands before settling in Canada, where he has spent most of his working life. Along the way, he worked in a range of roles—including teaching English, coaching group dynamics, and leading team-building and outdoor education experiences. Through this work, he developed a deeper understanding of how people learn, what builds confidence, and how to create environments where people feel comfortable showing up as they are. That foundation now sits at the heart of Jake’s coaching style.

At its core, Jake’s priority as a coach is simple: to help people build a genuine love of movement.