Testimonials
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“Mike’s energy is contagious! Mike has a keen understanding of how to motivate groups and keep participants involved. Mike brings people together from different walks of life and has the ability to create a common ground among them. His leadership and playfulness get people to relax, enjoy themselves, and learn.”
—Laura J. McLachlin, PhD, Professor CSU, Chico Department of Recreation & Park Management
“Mike impressed all of us with his professionalism and organization. From the beginning to the conclusion of his training, he engaged participants fully in the experience. People who had not known one another well at all before working with Mike came away from the retreat commenting that the outdoor activities were the most fun and productive portion of the program.”
—Teresa Ward, Staff Development Coordinator, Butte Community College
“Mike has provided several trainings for our after school staff. He has the ability to bring energy into any room. The staff left with a wealth of new information and they had a great time too!”
—Melissa Pasquale, Recreation Supervisor, Chico Area Recreation & Park District
“Mike is a dynamic facilitator with creative ideas and resources for new staff orientation, staff meetings, and staff retreats. At workshops and trainings, Mike has the ability to motivate and energize diverse groups to learn new skills and have FUN!”
—Rashell Lanham, Operations Manager, Boys & Girls Club of the North Valley
“Whether it’s helping us get employees fired up for a new academic year with a variety of teambuilding activities, helping to train summer camp counselors in exciting, age appropriate games and activities for kids, or creating staff retreat experiences that encourage bonding and communication, Mike can do it with professionalism and energy. Any business or group could benefit from what Mike has to offer.”
—Curtis Sicheneder, Supervisor, California State University, Chico, Recreational Sports Program
“Mike Martin’s creativity and ability to modify even the simplest of games into a challenge for your group is so refreshing. He connects with our students with the zaniest of faces, a wide range of movement and encouragement. Mike’s commitment to education through play is both informed and fun at the same time. You will be pleasantly surprised if you bring him to your youth group or function.”
—Andrew Burchett, Associate Youth Pastor, Neighborhood Church, Chico, CA
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