"Of all the books in the world, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport."

What's up everyone! I've been travelling on and off for a while now, but am new to CS. I grew up in a small country town but left over two and a half years ago to see the world. I'm a qualified personal trainer, passionate about people, and I have great credit rating :P.

Feel free to check out my Facebook profile https://m.facebook.com/Ben.Norris88?refid=8 if you want to find out more.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It's been a dream of mine to visit California for as long as I can remember, which is why after I'm done here in South America I will be flying to LA for 7 days from the 25/05/17.

I'd love the opportunity to stay with an... Angeleno?..Angelino?.. Los Angeleno?.. Los Angelean?.. whatever the correct title is, as it would be great to see the city I've dreamt of visiting for so long through a local's eyes.

Interests

Being a personal trainer, I enjoy all forms of fitness. One activity I've recently rediscovered is rock climbing. It's a full body workout which tests your proprioception and forces you to be ever present. If you should let your mind slip from what you're doing, chances are you'll slip in body also.

• nightlife
• video games
• chess
• traveling
• rock climbing
• mountain biking
• nature
• climbing
• stand up comedy
• comedy
• calisthenics
• video editing

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Yes Man, Limitless, Spread, Hitch, Crank, The Losers

Music: Lonely the Brave, Eminem, Ed Sherran, Tropical House

Books: The Alchemist, The Celestine Prophecy, Life of Pi, Marching Powder

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once captured the heart of a nation and lead a movement... only after I awoke did I realise it was just a dream.

Teach, Learn, Share

Having worked various jobs during my travels I'm sure there's a thing or two I could pass on.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cooking
Personal Training
Bed Time Stories
British Charm
a Pat On The Back
a Listening Ear
When Needed
Cheat codes for Tomb Raider on PS1

Countries I’ve Visited

Bolivia, Cambodia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, New Zealand