Book Private Mental-performance Lessons with Coach David
As a former collegiate athlete and coach, I understand many of the demands and stressors that sport can put on an individual. I use evidence-based practices that are personalized to your needs and experiences to help you become a more resilient and adaptable competitor. I have a masters degree in sport science with a concentration in sport psychology and experience working with athletes at the high school, collegiate, amateur and professional level. Whether you're struggling with confidence, competition anxiety, or want to make sure you are on the right path to reach your goals, I can help you do just that.
Forest Hills, NY
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Weekly Availability
Monday
8:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Tuesday
Unavailable
Wednesday
Unavailable
Thursday
8:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Friday
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
Unavailable
Sunday
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Don't see your preferred date/time? This is only general availability - alternative times may be possible.
Get to know Coach David
About Me:
Hunter College Wrestling (2013-2017)
How I can help you improve your game:
Mental skills training is an aspect of sport that is often neglected or overlooked. Athletes will train the physical, technical, and tactical aspects of their sport and rarely train or know how to train the mental part of sport. I can help you improve your game by helping you train and develop mental skills proven to increase an athletes resilience, and adaptability. You will learn crucial mental skills that can help you cope with stress, mistakes and challenges when training or competing.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
A typical session will consist of a 1 to 1 meeting where athletes will learn mental skills relevant to their current situation. A session may take place virtually or in a sport specific setting but always focus on the mental aspects of sport such as confidence, focus, pre-match routines, goal setting or relaxation techniques.
Career summary and accomplishments:
Hunter College Wrestling Assistant Coach (2017-2019) Mental Performance Consultant (2022-present)
Best coach I ever had:
I have had the pleasure of having great coaches so it would be difficult to choose just one. Each of my coaches throughout my career had different specialties that helped make me the individual I am today. Early in my wrestling career, my coaches focused on fundamentals, camaraderie and personal growth. My collegiate coaches helped me hone my wrestling skills and develop the mental fortitude necessary to compete at the collegiate level.
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