Tom Dorman

07/02/2026

Some snippets from Kapiti Markets this morning.

Thanks to everyone who made it an awesome experience!

I’m playing at for the Paraparaumu Block Party, at 10am, Saturday 28th Feb

Tag a mate below and I’ll see you there!

12/01/2026

As a dad, I believe that leading by example isn’t just about being healthy and present, it’s also about continuing to pursue the things that light you up.

Since becoming a father, I allowed one of my biggest dreams (my music) to slip into the background.

I know from experience that we can turn things around at any stage of life. So this year I'm putting more energy back into performing and sharing my music.

I’m stoked to be playing an original music gig at G16 on Friday the 23rd, alongside some awesome local artists!

🎶 Original music
🎟 $10 entry
📍 G16, 6 Railway Ave, Maidestone, Upper Hutt

If you’re keen for an honest night of music and connection, I’d love to see you there.
Here’s the link to the gig 👉

G16 Studios presents Tom Dorman Acoustic, G16 Studios is pleased to bring a night of ..., G16 Studios, Upper Hutt, Wellington Region, 23 January 2026,

10/01/2026

When I was 16, my dad told me I’d never make it as a full-time musician;
“There’s always someone better than you. You need a plan B.”

I carried that belief for years.

That comment around earnings and “paying bills” took me through hospitality, personal training, , business coaching… all the way to fatherhood.

Throughout that journey, music never left (until 4 years ago), but it always came second.

Today I performed at the Kapiti Beach Markets.
Not for the money.
Not for validation.
But because taking responsibility for your dreams is part of being a good dad.

I don’t want my son to hear “don’t try.”

I also don’t want him to hear “follow your dreams” if I’m not. (That’s probably worse!)

I want him to see a father who goes for it. Feels the fear and does it anyway.

Participating in life by doing the thing that lights him up.

This is me rebuilding momentum.
One song. One gig. One brave choice at a time.

Thanks to those who stopped and listened!!!

📸

09/01/2026

There’s a difference between taking responsibility and punishing yourself.

Which one do you default to?

07/01/2026

A few years of quiet work.

A lot of learning.

Now sharing what matters.

Let’s fu***ng go.

01/01/2026

New year. New chapter.

If you’re a dad heading into 2026 thinking about your health, energy, and how you want to show up for your family — this is worth a watch.

Better Dads Club is a smarter, long-term approach to health for professional and entrepreneurial fathers who want to move better, feel stronger, and have the energy to actually be present.

If this resonates, drop a comment below or send me a DM and we’ll have a chat.

16/12/2025

Working on something special for 2026.

09/12/2025

Entrepreneurial dads — Have you been breathing through your nose this week?

If you want more energy, more calm, less stress, and even less back pain… here are 3 reasons nasal breathing needs to become your daily default 👇

1️⃣ Your nose is designed for breathing.

It warms, filters, and pressurises the air so your body absorbs oxygen more efficiently. Better oxygen = better energy.

2️⃣ It calms your nervous system.

Mouth breathing tells your body you’re under threat.
Nose breathing signals safety → helping you stay grounded, focused, and composed (especially under pressure).

3️⃣ It activates your diaphragm.

More oxygen exchange, better digestion, better nutrient absorption, and better core stability.

Your diaphragm also connects into your lower back — so if it’s tight or not moving well, guess what suffers? Mobility. Comfort. Strength.

This is one of the simplest upgrades any dad can make.

👉 Want to go deeper?

I’m running a workshop this Saturday at on core function, breathing, and pain-free performance.

If you want to roll into summer in the best shape you’ve been in for years…

Comment “I’M IN” below and I’ll send you the details.

06/12/2025

Just checking in on you entrepreneurial dads. - have you done any of those tasks from yesterday?

1) How are you getting on with breathing strictly through your nose?

2) Have you done the calculation for your water intake? - how much should you be drinking? Let me know below (your body weight in Kg x 0.033 = water intake in litres)

3) If you’ve been breathing through your nose and drinking adequate water, have you noticed you don’t “need” the extra coffee?

If you haven’t started yet, don’t worry, you’ve got 5 more days.

It’s 5:15pm as I post this so whatever you do, DO NOT HAVE ANOTHER COFFEE (and yes, that includes NO espresso martini’s you cheeky fk!)

Anyway, what’s your daily water need??? 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

04/12/2025

If you’re a Dad running a business, I imagine you’re probably redlining trying to tidy everything up before the holidays.

For many men, stress leads to breakdowns in muscle and increased inflammation.

These 3 simple steps can go a long way to reducing your overall stress levels, improve your resilience and… help your body let go of that excess energy it’s holding.

Give these a try for a week and let me know how you feel - and what do your scales say?