TESTIMONIALS
WHAT STUDENT-ATHLETES SAY ABOUT MINDFULNESS TRAINING
Hear directly from student-athletes and parents who have experienced the impact of mindfulness training. These testimonials share how mindfulness helped them manage pressure, stay focused, and perform with greater confidence both in their sport and in the classroom.
Parent Testimonial
Parent of High School Sophomore
Helping Athletes Manage Pre-Competition Anxiety
Stacy shared how mindfulness training helped her daughter manage the pressure she felt before races and develop the confidence to compete—even when nerves were high.
Changes She Noticed
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Learned to talk herself through moments of doubt
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Used breathing techniques to calm nerves before races
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Felt more present and connected with her body
Parent Perspective
“It’s been really helpful for her to deal with pre-race anxiety. She’s using the tools to calm herself and stay present. Even when she’s nervous, she knows she can still run a good race.”
▶ Watch Stacy Share Her Daughter's Experience
▶ Watch Jordan Share Her Experience
Student-Athlete Testimonial
5th Grader (Student-Athlete)
Building Confidence Before Competition
Jordan, a student-athlete preparing for a gymnastics meet, shared how mindfulness training helped her feel more confident and less nervous before competing.
What Changed
• Learned tools to manage nerves before competition
• Felt more prepared the day before the meet
• Developed stronger confidence in her abilities
Student-Athlete Perspective
“I'm really excited now. I have better tools than before to make me less nervous, and I’ve definitely built up my confidence.”
Student-Athlete Testimonial
Freshman High School (Student-Athlete)
From Nervous to Excited for Competition
Harper, a student-athlete and field hockey player, shared how mindfulness training helped shift her mindset from worrying about upcoming competitions to feeling confident and excited to play.
What Changed
• Built stronger confidence on and off the field
• Replaced anxiety about upcoming games with excitement
• Stopped worrying about making mistakes
• Focused more on enjoying the game and giving her best effort
Student-Athlete Perspective
“I can feel myself being more confident when I step on the field. I used to feel nervous counting down the days to competitions, but now I’m excited and pumped to play.”
▶ Watch Harper Share Her Experience