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Photograph of the founder of Moving Puzzles Dean Philp. He is standing at a table that has a tower of wooden blocks on it,

Dean philp

Founder of Moving Puzzles, Coach, Facilitator

Dean founded his business called Moving Puzzles to help humans explore problems collaboratively using the power of serious play and moving mindfulness.

During his 10 years coaching sports teams, Dean knows the deep focus and connection among humans that emerges when they tackle challenges together.

Inspired by Fighting Monkey (FM) philosophy, Dean uses movement situations to help individuals and teams navigate unexplored paths through their own puzzles. Regardless of if they are workplace or movement puzzles, Dean’s approach brings a welcome sense of creativity and fun.

Expanding ideas from sport and FM into the workplace, Dean has facilitated workshops for strategy, communication, culture and even employee induction.

He loves the outdoors, where you might find him playing with unnecessary obstacles, coaching FM groups or private sessions.

He is a Parkour coach in his 40s, Inspire by FM Instructor, Lego Serious Play Facilitator, Daring Human, Elite Touch Football Coach, published Artificial Intelligence Researcher ... AAANNNDD partner to Emily! They both live in Adelaide, South Australia, near the wonderful beaches of Semaphore.