Garri Garripoli left a full scholarship in pre-med at the University of Colorado during the mid-1970's to study with a renowned master of Eastern healing in Hawaii. His passionate studies in traditional Chinese medicine and alternative healing modalities are reflected in his varied work for Public Television. A long time practitioner of Qigong, Garripoli has traveled extensively throughout China and the world writing his books, television and film scripts and articles for martial arts magazines.

Currently, Garripoli lives, works and rides in Toronto, Canada.