Magic Blox was created and founded by Julie McCarthy, Life Coach, and White Belt Nia Teacher.

After completing training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) coaching, LifeSkills 4 Kids Teacher Training, and The Diversity Institute Train the Trainer Program, Julie decided to follow her passion for helping and working with children, and wrote the Magic Blox MagicEQ Course for children. The course was piloted from 2010 to 2013 and the business was launched in 2013.

Over the next four years, the program has been further developed to support teens, parents, teachers, and therapists.  In 2014 Magic Blox and Talk Sense formed a collaborative partnership as their therapists had identified a need for children to be equipped with emotional skills and tools in order to progress in therapy.  In 2021 the Magic Blox Children’s Wellness centre was launched, offering holistic wellness to children and families including Occupational Therapy, Speech and Audio Therapy, and Educational Psychology.  In 2022, Julie developed the MagicEQ online quick course to educate and prepare adults for the in-person courses as well as offer a platform where individuals are able to improve their EQ in their own time.

Magic Blox Business Partner & Life Coach

Over her 20-year career, Jo-Ann Greenwood has focused her work on providing health and wellness solutions (on both a 1-on-1 and group basis) to; Children, adolescents, pre-and post natal ladies, elderly and those suffering from chronic conditions or diseases. Jo has been involved in early childhood physical skill development her whole career and has had the opportunity to work both locally and abroad.

Upon her return to South Africa in 2012, Jo studied Life Coaching and teamed up with Julie McCarthy in 2015 to offer Emotional Intelligence coaching to children.

Jo Is now the proud owner of a Catrobatkidz franchise, providing movement skill coaching to 100’s of children across JHB, as well as co-owner of the Magic Blox Children’s Wellness Center. Jo hopes to continue providing fundamental tools and skills to assist all children in reaching their full potential, whether it be academically, physically or emotionally.

Kayla is a highly skilled remedial educator who possesses a profound understanding of the emotional obstacles children encounter and how these challenges impact their academic progress. With an impressive tenure of over 11 years, she has gained invaluable experience in various educational environments, including mainstream, remedial, and special needs schools.

Kayla’s expertise extends beyond traditional teaching methods. As a certified Emotional Intelligence Coach and MagicEQ facilitator, she has collaborated closely with Julie, contributing significantly to the construction and advancement of the MagicEQ course. Her involvement in this capacity has enabled her to develop comprehensive training programs tailored for educators, emphasizing the identification and mitigation of barriers to learning, the cultivation of a growth mindset, and the integration of emotional intelligence (EQ) principles in the classroom and home.

Kayla’s passion for what she does is evident, as she genuinely relishes the opportunity to work with children who require additional attention and care as well as equip parents, teachers and therapists with the skills to support all children. Additionally, she finds deep fulfilment in assisting families who can benefit from the MagicEQ program. Presently, Kayla is actively dedicated to expanding the reach of The MagicEQ family in Cape Town, ensuring that more families in need can access the invaluable support and resources it offers.