Performance Coaching - 'winning the mental game'

I offer Sports Performance Coaching - winning the mental game through developing a comprehensive mental toolset. My approach is pretty unique in that I combine my psychotherapeutic experience in a sports context to help develop that whole extra muscle (the brain).

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I have competed in various sports myself so do have some idea what pressure to perform can feel like - I was the runner up in the British Paragliding Championships in 2002, and winner of the 'serial class' that year. I also competed in the Paragliding World Cup for several events around Europe. I have also competed at national level in dinghy sailing events (Laser II class mainly). More recently I have participated in ultramarathon running races and since my leg amputation in 2024 I have started participating in Stand Up Paddleboard races (most recently in a 40km race in April 2026). 

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Performance coaching is relevant at all levels of sport; I have worked with some great athletes at all levels and in many different sports. Because of the nature of my work and maintaining client confidentiality I do not post names or reviews. If you would like to find out more about how I can help with your mental game then please get in touch: john@therapygg.com

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We may look at the following:

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• Goals, Milestones and the Journey

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• 3 Components for GREAT Performance

1. Passion & Purpose

2. Deep Practice

3. Persistence

 

• 5 Keys to Mental Toughness

1. Self-Awareness & Stress Tolerance

2. Effective Participation – Wise Mind

3. Energy Conservation, Emotion Regulation & Self-talk

4. Concentration & Focus

5. Acceptance – Letting go

 

• Performance Boosters – Raising the inner game:

1. Autonomic Nervous system (ANS) – Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System.

2. Pre-Competition Mental Arousal State

3. Pre-Competition Highlight Reel

4. During Competition Mistake Ritual

5. Post-Competition Routine

 

• Further Tools:

1. Visualisation

2. Mindful Breathing

3. BRAVR method

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