The Krāv Show
Getting good is the fun part.
Chris Fikes and JRuss sit down with the flyers, coaches, and legends of the sport to dig into what it really takes to get better in the sky. Every episode, you walk away with something to try on your next jump.
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Chris Fikes
Co-host · Founder of Krāv
Chris made his first tandem over Lake Taupo, New Zealand, in 2003 and was hooked. He's a tunnel instructor, coach, and load organizer and has organized boogies from Texas to Mexico to Chicago. He started Krāv because he wanted everyone in the sport to get better so we can all have more fun in the sky. On the show, he asks the questions every flyer is thinking, because he's still chasing better himself.
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JRuss
Co-host · VFS World Champion
JRuss has more than 25,000 jumps and over two decades in the sport. He's a member of Skydive Chicago's SDC Core with gold medals and world championships in Vertical Formation Skydiving. He's been on multiple world records, including the 69-, 138- and 164-way head-down world records. He's an avid reader, a gifted conversationalist, and a genuinely kind man.
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103 episodes
1h 10mS04E21 · Oct 14, 2026
Repeating Jumps
with Michelle Hart
Women’s skydiving records, team chemistry, and the real secret behind getting better fast: repeat the jump.
1h 25mS04E20 · Sep 9, 2026
Mustard, Organizing, & Skill Development
with Sandy Grillet
Sandy Grillet shares his extensive skydiving experience, innovative organizing techniques, and insights into the importance of electrolytes and hydration for skydivers and athletes.
1h 15mS04E19 · Aug 17, 2026
Dust Devils, Demo Jumps, & Tandems
with Steve Lobin
What happens when one wrong decision can turn a skydive into a headline? In this episode, we dive into military jumps, tandems, and high-stakes demo jumps; with plenty of stories, pressure, and split-second calls along…
1h 31mS04E18 · Aug 3, 2026
Back Flying, Progressive Breakoffs, Team Flying
with Tommy Serre, Mike diLisi, Matt Draheim
In this episode we discuss leading movement jumps on your back, the Krāv movement progression app, progressive break-offs, and why team flying on movement jumps is so important. We also analyze and discuss two incident…
1h 8mS04E17 · Jul 27, 2026
Dubai, Gear Checks, & Angle Flying
with Brandon Johnson
In this episode, Brandon Johnson shares his skydiving journey from Dubai to the US, discusses innovative apps for skydiving, and offers valuable safety tips for jumpers of all levels.
1h 26mS04E16 · Jul 24, 2026
Tapping is weird, but I like it
with Georgia
Join us as Georgia shares her transformative experiences with skydiving, the impact of trauma, and how techniques like tapping can help us process our emotions and find peace.
1h 14mS04E15 · Jul 20, 2026
A Pilot’s Perspective
with Joey Baker
Join us as we dive into the world of skydiving and discuss recent incidents that have impacted our community. In this episode, we share personal stories, insights on aircraft emergencies, and the importance of safety…
1h 10mS04E14 · Jun 15, 2026
The Angle App
Explore how a groundbreaking app is transforming skydiving safety and skill development, offering new insights into the sport's future.
1h 19mS04E13 · Jun 12, 2026
Hidden Coaching Skills
with Josh Evans
Discover the hidden skills that can transform your skydiving coaching. Learn how to unlock immediate success and elevate your coaching techniques to new heights. Perfect for both new and experienced coaches looking to…
1h 25mS04E12 · Jun 9, 2026
Safety Day, EPs, & The Angle Flying App
with Anthony Ebel
Anthony Ebel shares insights from his experience, emphasizing the importance of preparation, situational awareness, and continuous training. In this comprehensive skydiving safety discussion, experienced instructors…
1h 15mS04E11 · May 28, 2026
Play Hard, Coach Harder: The Fun Formula
with Mike Silva
Join Mike Silva as he reveals why the secret to top-notch coaching is all about fun, flow, and a little bit of skydiving flair. Discover how play can skyrocket your skills and why a good laugh might just be the best…
1h 16mS04E10 · May 16, 2026
Parakite Risers on a Petra
with Max Lesziak
Max Lesziak shares his thrilling journey from a novice to a seasoned skydiver with over 11,000 jumps. He tells us the story of how he and his close friend Jean-Jacque Wallis pushed the boundaries of canopy piloting by…
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