Developing the Internal Game.
Unlock optimal personal and performance growth through tailored strategies that cultivate passion, purpose, and perseverance.
Build From
The Inside
Out.
Fuel the Mind.
Ignite the Performance.
When athletes commit to training their internal game, external performance follows.
Player, Process, Performance. In that order. Always.
Build Confidence That Holds Under Pressure
Confidence isn’t something you hope shows up on game day.
It’s a state that you build through preparation and repetition.
- Trust their preparation
- Stay composed in high-pressure situations
- Compete with certainty
Develop Resilience That Carries Through Adversity
What separates strong athletes is how they re-frame and respond.
Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
- Reset quickly after mistakes
- Stay focused instead of frustrated
- Move forward with intention, not emotion
Improve Focus and In-Game Awareness
Performance drops when attention drifts.
Mental training helps athletes stay present and prepare for the next play.
- Stay present during competition
- Respond vs. React
- Maintain clarity in fast-paced environments
Strengthen Connection to Self and Team
Culture, cohesion, and community fosters flourishing.
Games are not won alone.
- Elevate as a team, as opposed to merely existing in a group
- Play big for something bigger
- Contribute to a stronger sense of belonging
Internal Game Playbook
Foundations Built on Athlete Mindset & Well-being, Performance Psychology, and Strength-based Coaching.
Every session is designed to identify, cultivate, and apply mental resources to actualize capabilities and optimal functioning.
For Athletes
Individual Mental Performance Coaching
Work one-on-one to empower the athlete within the athlete.
- Strengthen self-belief
- Regulate emotions to effectively respond versus react
- Access productive re-framing
- Focus on the process instead of outcomes
- Maximize internal motivation
For Teams
Team Mental Performance Training
Develop a shared mindset that supports performance, resilience, and connection.
- Navigate adversity as a unit
- Collectively align goals and create vision
- Build trust and accountability within the team
- Navigate arousal levels and effectively channel energy
- Foster a culture rooted in cohesion
For Coaches & Organizations
Leadership and Culture Development
Support coaches and leaders in building environments where athletes can holistically flourish in both sport and life.
- Provide high expectations, high supports
- Develop mentally strong, self-aware athletes
- Communicate in ways that build confidence and trust
- Create a culture that supports both performance and well-being
- Lead with clarity, consistency, and purpose
Impact Driven
Across Athletes, Coaches,
and Teams
EKP works with athletes and teams across all levels, holding the mirror steady for them to see how wildly capable they truly are.
Coaches,
and Teams
Leading The Internal Game
- 20 years of coaching experience across multiple sports at local and national level competitions
- 16 years as a teacher, motivated to instill growth mindsets and life-long learning
- Certified Coach Practitioner
- Masters in Education: Positive Coaching & Athletic Leadership
- Mindful Sport Performance Enhancement (MSPE)
- NCCP Psychology of Performance
Voices From The Field
“Her podcasts were a great addition to our team's dynamics that season, as the content was always significantly relevant from a mental preparation and team building perspective.”
Darcy W., 13U AA Baseball Head Coach
“Erin possesses a unique ability to understand and connect with each student's individual needs, interests, and learning styles. Students feel seen, heard, and valued, leading to increased confidence, motivation, and academic achievement.”
Dr. Kate. S., Principal
“Coach Erin’s podcasts were incredibly inspiring and powerful, leaving the entire team feeling motivated. The words that turned a 6-1 deficit into an unexpected win.”
Tyler P., U13A Hockey Head Coach
“Coach Erin’s focus on the mental health aspect of baseball increased my confidence as a player and teammate. That session has continued to stay with me throughout my athletic journey.”
Irelyn H., 19U Team Alberta Baseball Athlete
“One of the most genuine and sincere coaches I’ve worked with. She constantly works at getting to know and connect with each player on a personal level to find out what makes them tick.”
Guy M., 15U AA Baseball Head Coach
“Erin has an innate ability to connect with athletes, inspire confidence, and cultivate a culture of hard work, respect, and team-first mentality.”
Jason H., U15 Female Hockey Head Coach
“She brings one of the most positive mindsets to the dugout, field, and dressing rooms that I have been part of. The message is always the same — it isn’t over until the buzzer goes, or the final out is made.”
Clint R., U18AA Baseball Head Coach
“Coach Erin has been a tremendous resource in helping me develop mental performance strategies that apply at the elite level.”
Summer G., 19U Team Alberta Baseball Athlete
“It created a routine of putting positive thoughts into our minds before games and had us all go into the game on the same page. We all looked forward to what Coach Erin had to say because it helped get us game ready.”
Casson D., U13 Hockey Athlete
"I was fortunate enough to be placed in a collaborative graduate project with Erin, last semester, focusing on the strategies to optimize mindfulness in sport. Erin’s contribution and dedication to mastering the course material with a focus on creating a plan to impact the lives of student-athletes was unmatched. Erin had a depth of knowledge and a tremendous way about her that helped our team create an outstanding product."
Ryan A., Graduate Student at University of Missouri
Train the Mind That Moves You
Evidence-based.
Athlete-centred.
Apply strategies rooted in sport science to amplify your strengths, mindset, and performance.
That Moves You
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