Nicole Smiz

Private Travel Swim Instructor Mental Performance Coach @InstaSwim

NJ, US

As a mental performance coach, my role focuses on assisting individuals and teams to enhance their mental skills and overcome mental barriers to swimming performance, with the goal of achieving greater success and enjoyment in their swimming pursuits- Mental Performance Assessments: Begin by assessing a swimmer\'s mental skills and identifying areas of strength and weakness. This may involve observing performance in practice or competition to understand the swimmer\'s mindset- Mental Skills Development: Work with the swimmer to develop mental skills that can enhance swimming performance. These skills may include goal-setting, visualization, self-talk, relaxation techniques, and emotional regulation, as well as skills specific to swimming, such as mental imagery of optimal swimming form- Creating Mental Preparation Plans: Assist the swimmer to develop the right mindset in a pool environment. This may involve developing strategies for dealing with anxiety or distractions, and techniques for maintaining focus and confidence- Providing Performance Feedback: Share insight on the swimmer\'s mental performance, such as their use of mental skills during their training. This feedback can help swimmers identify areas for improvement and track progress over time.

CIEE Council on International Educational Exchange

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Chatham High School

GED

Gettysburg College

Bachelor's degree