Nick Francis

Athlete, Educator/Teacher, Environmentalist, Parent

Nick has been an educator and coach for thirty years. He has taught health and physical education at the high school and college levels, and he was a high school principal for seven years. In his current role, he developed a program in Experiential Learning where he helps students to find their true purpose. Nick believes passionately in the value of a healthy lifestyle and works hard to maintain balance and wellness in his own life. He enjoys various sports and outdoor activities, and likes to do construction/woodworking projects. Nick is blessed to share his life with his wife, Amy, and their three children, Sam, Katie, and Molly.

Health, relationships, sports, and sustainability.

My mission is to help people be everything they have the potential and desire to be. I want to help people feel fulfilled in their lives and to experience the true joy of healthy living. I work hard to do this in every aspect of my life - as a father, husband, son, brother, educator, coach, and friend. I’m driven by the belief that hard work is more important than talent and that team work is the most satisfying work of all. A quote by Howard Thurman sums up a lot of what I believe: “Don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then go do that. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” I believe that we can all find purpose that will lead to a life of fulfillment, and that a healthy lifestyle provides the energy to fuel that journey.

coaching, Education, health and wellness, Sport psychology