The FORMIDABLE Way
It has been said that ‘mountains give us truth and the tests we seek.’ We all need the truth of who we are, and we all need tests to forge that truth into reality; the substance of a man or woman is born through how we respond to adversity. Life promises large quantities of adversity, but the wisdom to respond well is unfortunately in short supply. The Formidable Way is deliberate and intentional training to become strong in character, skill and being ready for anything life may bring. Through strength and mobility training, combative arts, mountain adventures and spiritual direction, we aim to empower formidable men and women. Power is intrinsic of the formidable man and woman. And it is our responsibility to become formidable to rise and thrive in both the best and the worst of times.
- FORMIDABLE MAN CAMP - Blue BronnaFri, Sep 25Blue Bronna Wilderness Camp
- Man Camp - OFF GRIDFri, Jul 10Ghost Valley AB
- Formidable Woman CampFri, May 22Blue Bronna Wilderness Camp
Upcoming Events
FORMIDABLE BOOKS
Resources we have created for the FORMIDABLE you:
Sean and Barb McCauley
The Warrior, Keeper and King
Available on Amazon or us directly
The Warrior, Keeper and King is a powerful Christian parable that blends faith-based fantasy, spiritual warfare themes, biblical allegory, and character formation into an inspiring short story. Perfect for readers who enjoy The Pilgrim’s Progress, The Chronicles of Narnia, or mythic stories that illuminate the journey of discipleship.
Sean and Barb McCauley
The FORMIDABLE Way
To be released spring 2026
This is Sean and Barb’s life message, built over decades, The Formidable Way is a living path of discipleship where the virtues of 2 Peter 1 are not merely studied but embodied—faith, goodness, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly affection, and love forming the very life of Christ within us. Through the dynamic movement of Kingdom Kinetics, this formation is set in motion—identity becoming alignment, and alignment becoming action—as men and women learn to walk with God in real time, not in theory. Rooted in a Living Framework that unites restorative eschatology, wilderness formation, peripatetic discipleship, and covenant relationships, The Formidable Way calls people out of passive belief into a courageous, experiential journey where the body is trained, the soul is ordered, and the spirit is awakened—until the life of Jesus is not only believed, but lived.
Sean McCauley
The Caleb Affect
To be released spring 2026
The Caleb Effect: Finishing Stronger Than You Began is rooted in a truth I’ve come to live through my own wilderness seasons: God does not just carry us—He forms something within us that is meant to impact others. Caleb was a man deeply affected by God—His promise, His presence, His perspective—and that inner formation set him apart when an entire generation shrank back. His strength at eighty-five was not just personal victory; it became a generational influence, marking a nation with wholehearted faith. In the same way, I’ve learned that what God is doing in me through weakness, limitation, and hidden battles is never just for me—it is meant to flow outward. This book is an invitation to be so affected by God that your life, in turn, affects others—to live with a courage, clarity, and devotion that not only carries you to the finish, but awakens the same in those around you.
The FORMIDABLE Experience
Strength and Fitness
Self Defence and Protection
Spiritual Practices
and Coaching
Wilderness Adventures
Strength and mobility training.
World class train on location that comes to you!
Everyone has something worth fighting for
Grappling and Striking for a systematic approach to intergrading jiu jitsu, catch wrestling, boxing and Silat Kuntao for a well rounded warrior athlete.
Explore and discover;
Camping, exploring and learning new skills in the Rocky Mountains
Coaching and practices for to enrich one's life, identity, belonging and purpose.
Strength and Fitness
Coach Sean has close to 15 years of experience as a professional Trainer, serving ages spanning 5 years to 70+, grandmas to C.P.S. Staff Sargents, those coming off double shoulder replacements to healthy athletes, those looking to just keep in shape and motivated to those wanting to break personal bests and get ‘jacked’.
Drawing on science and the personal experience of training he and his wife Barb have gained through their 20s to now mid 50s, Coach Sean trains with longevity in mind. “To measure success you must not only have a plan for how to succeed TODAY and in the short term, but you must also have an answer for how to keep this success going consistently 6 months and years from now, and this through all of lifes ‘ups and downs’. I train myself and others in such a way that we will be having this success a decade from now. For it is truly what you do consistently that defines a man or woman.”
Coach Sean’s strength, is STRENGTH; he has had tremendous success in safely progressively improving all of his clients over all strength and mobility, leading to greater quality of life.
On location Training
Coach Sean brings his expertise, state of the art equipment and story telling to you. All of our training is done on location (home or work), and done with strength equipment for the best full body training session. This ain’t no bosu ball and band workout. Though there is nothing wrong with that :)
Hybrid Combat-FIT
Interest in the martial arts?
Learn some new self defense skills, burn calories and have a blast with boxing, kickboxing and grappling worked into the training session.
The Right Tools for the Job
Some of the equipment used:
Deadlfit platform and Landmine apparatus (deadlifts, belt squats, etc)
Olympic bar and weights.
Cables
Bench with leg extentions/curls
Boxing gloves, mits, body shield, etc.
Coach Sean has worked years on developing the best training for where ever he finds himself. As long as he has the Formidable Truck with him:)
Self Defense and Protection
Teaching 5 year olds in Anti-bullying classes to 300lb Staff SGTs in the C.P.S., every one benefits from Coach Sean’s experience, understanding and skills in what he calls, “everyone’s greatest fear: human aggression.”
“Do you want to just ‘feel’ safe, or do you want to actually learn how to BE safe. There is a difference. It is not just about punching and kicking.” Coach Sean
We teach grappling and striking for a systematic approach to intergrading jiu jitsu, catch wrestling, boxing and Silat Kuntao for a well rounded warrior athlete.
We teach a systematic and integrated approach to personal protection and protection services(security) for individuals, teachers, staff teams, and protection services; "The least number of tools to cover the greatest number of problems one faces."
Most people will not be 'kung-fu masters' in their life, but they do want to live peacefully knowing they have answers for common threats in life.
What you will learn:
We teach a compassionate, appropriate mindset, as well as touching on the other realms of conflict (mental and spiritual). Participants will gain valuable wisdom and insights in the areas of situation awareness, threat avoidance and threat assessment, and if needed; how to engage with swift, effective and decisive action.
Coach Sean's martial art experience and influences
Silat Kuntao Matjan Red Sash
Under Paatje Richard Kudding
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Catch Wresting
Coach Eric Paulson CSW
Wado Ryu Karate
Grappling
Striking
Kid's Anti-Bullying
Security and Protection
Wilderness Adventures and Coaching Experiences
Men's Campout
Men, fathers, sons, friends and brother, camping out under the stars. Fires, food, archery, friendships built, heart to heart talks and adventure await. All details covered.
Women's Campout
Ladies time out in the most beautiful of settings with a group of old and new friends.
Coach Sean and a group of men will be camping close by for support.
Day Adventures
Head out to the mountains/woods for a few hours of adventuring in the JEEP, fire, food and fun. See parts of the Rockies reserved only for true adventureres.
Couples Day
Day adventure in the Rockies with Coach Sean and Barb. Explore the most beautiful locations on the earth, away from the crowds, eat food cooked over an open fire, while hearing stories and wisdom earned over 35+ yrs of marriage and family and ministry.
Men's Morning Prayer in the woods
Men head out for sunrise prayer around the fire in the woods. We'll be back in time for you to make your brunch reservation.
Formidable Nation
Daily/weekly connection through prayer and words of encouragement and meditations.
Spiritual Practices and Coaching
FORMIDABLE IN IMAGES
ABOUT US
"Many coaches claim to be experts in high-performance and leadership. But Sean is one of the most unique and accomplished high-performers I know. He’s one of the few who stress-tests his ideas and shares his heart and wisdom with the world. It makes him a sage-warrior-teacher…just the kind of leader I want to follow. Sean is in a class of his own. I’d trust him in any foxhole." Gary Chupik Elite Mindset https://www.elitemindsetnation.com/ Sean and Barb have been married since 1989 (35+ yrs) and have two Daughters, Teresa (33) and Naomi (30) and a Son in law Eric (Teresa). Barb is a Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant,Expert Cook, CSNN Educator and the Head Cook in youth addictions and mental health and Administrative Assistant at C3 Church Calgary for Children’s Ministries. After close to 25yrs of vocational Pastoral ministry in churches across Alberta and Saskatchewan, Sean was forced to step down after a car accident and subsequent head injury in 2010. The journey of personal healing and recovery led Sean and Barb to start a fitness and martial art company (Formidable Combative Arts and Fitness). Sean and Barb have a deep passion for family, friendship and empowering people. Sean and Barb and a love for the outdoors and Rocky Mountains. They love to explore and love to introduce others to this amazing ‘back yard’ we have here in Canada. Above all else, Sean and Barb have their love and faith in Jesus Christ. He is their everything. He is the reason for everything.
Contact
Formidable
Cochrane, Canada
theformidableway@gmail.com
Sean's Cell: 403.827.2226