You train hard, you know your level… but on match day, everything gets complicated.
You tense up, you doubt yourself, you play "small" compared to what you know how to do in training.
Discover the mental protocols of the very highest level (Mouratoglou Academy) to stay calm, focused, and finally play at your true level.
Do you recognize yourself in these situations?
Mental preparation for athletes: identifying the blocks that sabotage your matches
Here's what the athletes I coach tell me before we start:
I train hard but on match day, everything falls apart and I lose my composure.
I can feel the pressure mounting, it's impossible to concentrate on my game.
I'm afraid of disappointing (coach, parents, sponsors) and that's holding me back.
I know I have the skill, but I never manage to show it in competition.
You lose matches you could win, leaving frustrated and wondering, " Why can't I do it? " Little by little, your confidence erodes... and so does the joy of playing. It's not a question of talent or physical training: it's a question of stress management, concentration, and confidence—in other words, mental preparation.
My method: elite protocols adapted to your everyday life
I combine two complementary approaches:
in-depth work (confidence, relationship to failure, emotions) and concrete tools (routines + flash sophrology).
Accurate diagnosis
We start with a Performance Diagnosis (30 min) to identify the situations that throw you off the most (score, opponent, people watching, what’s at stake, etc.):
Analysis of your mental profile
Understanding your sticking points
Identifying your bodily reactions
Reading your emotions (stress, anger…) and their message
Champion Routines
We build a stable trust and a relationship with failure that no longer throws you off balance, then we put in place routines before / during / after.
Pre-competition routine (night before + day)
Micro-routines between points
Mental recovery routine
“Flash” tools
Through sophrology, you learn breathing, visualization and relaxation exercises that can be used:
In the locker room before the action
On the bench during breaks
At home, preparing for the match
Continuous tracking on match days: you are not alone
Pre- and post-match support throughout France
Pre-match
A short message or call to help you adjust your mental state.
Post-match
Hot or cold debriefing to analyze without self-destructing.
Objective: to transform each match into a mental learning ground, not just a result to be endured.
Staying calm under pressure
Stay focused on your game
Finally playing at his true level
Why choose a mental coach for athletes?
Expertise forged among the elite
3 years at the Mouratoglou International Tennis Academy as a sophrologist and mindset trainer.
High-level support
An environment where mental performance is central, adapted to your current level (club, hope...).
Unique hybrid method
Mental preparation structure (objectives, routines) + Sophrology for live management.
Practical tools sent
Leave with audios and simple worksheets after each session to progress independently.
Total flexibility
Video sessions available throughout France or in person in Sophia Antipolis and on the French Riviera.
A supportive and demanding environment
A space to speak freely about your fears without judgment, but with the added challenge of being challenged.
CASE STUDY
How a training player became a competitive warrior
I recommend it 100%. A gentle, effective, and profoundly transformative approach. The coaching helped me better manage stress and stay focused on my goals.
Léa D.
Sport shooter
I learned to know myself better, to manage my emotions better, and to be mentally stronger in crucial moments. Working with Sophie made a real difference in my athletic journey.
Sarah T.
Tenniswoman
The tools provided are simple, effective, and directly applicable in competition. I gain clarity and confidence with each outing and each training session.
Antoine F.
Tennis player
Performance Diagnosis
(30 minutes free) We'll review your situation, your obstacles, and your goals. You'll know what to work on as a priority.
Personalized program
I propose a suitable number of sessions (generally 4 to 8) with a realistic pace in relation to your schedule.
Sessions via video conference or in person
We alternate between mental preparation work and concrete sophrology exercises.
Practice between sessions
You will receive audios/sheets to help you integrate the tools into your daily life as an athlete.
Match day tracking
We adjust as we go along based on your matches, your feelings and your results.
Frequently asked questions from athletes
I'm not sure if it will work for me?
You don't need to "believe" it, you need to test it. The exercises are concrete, and you can quickly see if you feel calmer.
Have I already tried it alone or with my coach?
Your coach focuses on technique. Here, we follow a structured method, inspired by top-level training, with tailored diagnostics and protocols.
I don't have much time?
The sessions are conducted via video conference, without travel. The exercises are short and targeted, and can be integrated before or after your training sessions, or just before a match.
