Short Biography

Jerry Morris is a ten-time world champion, accomplished author, and certified life coach dedicated to helping ambitious individuals turn their dreams into reality. Born in 1970 in Aruba, Dutch Antilles, Jerry moved to Holland with his mother and older brother, Renaldo, when he was five months old.

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The Fighter’s Journey
Jerry began kickboxing at thirteen under the guidance of renowned World Champion Luciën Carbin and his senior pupils, Paul Pengel and Cor Marengo. His early victories in amateur fights propelled him to the semi-amateur level, where he excelled with six wins out of six bouts.

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In 1991, with just nine fights to his name, Jerry entered the professional arena. Facing Andre Masseur, the reigning World Kickboxing Champion, he shocked everyone by knocking him out in the second round. This victory marked the beginning of an extraordinary career in Thai kickboxing.

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Jerry trained at the famous Mejiro Gym from 1992 to 1993, where he sparred with top fighters like Rob Kaman, Andre Mannaart, and Bob Schrijber, further refining his skills.

 

In 1993, he joined Gym International and achieved his dream of becoming the first World Champion from Aruba by defeating Nung Moon Khot from Thailand. Over the next decade, Jerry continued to dominate, winning multiple European and World titles in Thai kickboxing and Shidokan karate. He trained himself from 1995 to 2002, combining diverse methods to claim five World Shidokan titles and three additional World Thai kickboxing championships.

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Fulfilling Dreams in St. Maarten
In 1998, Jerry moved to the Caribbean island of St. Maarten, fulfilling a long-held dream of opening his own gym. He established Jerry All Sports City Gym, the largest fitness and kickboxing center on the island, which became a hub for athletes and enthusiasts. During his time in St. Maarten, Jerry embraced multiple roles, becoming a boxing and kickboxing promoter while continuing to compete at the highest levels.

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In 2001, Jerry promoted his own world title fight, achieving the unique milestone of becoming a World Champion on St. Maarten, an achievement that held deep personal significance. With roots tracing back to his grandfather and great-grandfather, both of whom hailed from the island, Jerry felt this victory was a tribute to his heritage. Having previously claimed a world title in Aruba, where he was born, this accomplishment allowed him to honor both islands and bring them recognition on the global stage.

After five impactful years, during which he trained new champions and left an enduring legacy on the local sports community, Jerry returned to Holland in 2003 to focus on new opportunities.

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Beyond the Ring
After retiring from professional fighting in 2006, Jerry focused on education. He earned diplomas in sports management and physical education, graduating as a sports manager and physical education teacher by 2011. Alongside his studies, Jerry explored Krav Maga, earning instructor licenses in 2009 and 2010.

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Author and Innovator
Jerry's life story inspired his first book, Dream Catcher (2016), followed by its Dutch version, Dromenvanger (2018). Encouraged by their success, he wrote Mindset is the Difference Between the Best and the Rest (2019) and its Dutch translation in 2020, sharing the mindset principles that fueled his achievements.

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In 2023, Jerry introduced Beyond Achievement: A 12-Step Framework for Self-Actualization, building on Abraham Maslow’s work. He expanded on these concepts in his latest books, 44 Keys to Unlocking Your Dreams and its companion workbook, The 44 Keys Workbook (2024), offering practical tools for personal growth and goal achievement.

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From Champion to Coach

Throughout his life, Jerry balanced his passion for personal growth with coaching others, culminating in a diploma in mental coaching in 2022.

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In 2024, Jerry further cemented his role as a transformational coach by earning certifications as a Sport Psychology Coach and Life Coach, reaffirming his commitment to helping individuals unlock their full potential and lead purposeful, fulfilling lives.