Is your mindset helping or hurting?

How often have you walked into the ring worried about what would happen next? When we compete with our dogs, we open ourselves up to failure - and that can be scary! What if our dog doesn't do the obstacle or sniffs in the corner? What if we can't execute our plan or can't stay connected?

To make matters worse, when we come out of the ring, we are instantly hard on ourselves, focusing on our shortcomings and getting frustrated. Why can't we Q consistently? Why can't we trial like we practice at home? Why does the sport we love still make us so nervous?

The key is our mindset. After all, we are what we believe! NQs, repeated struggles, slumps, forgetting the course, choking in a big moment ... all of these take a toll on our mindset and leave us feeling more anxious and less confident. We feel like giving up.

How can a sport we love make us so crazy?! On cloud nine one minute, then frustrated beyond belief the next? We have expectations of how we know we can perform, and when it doesn't happen, we get discouraged - with ourselves and our dogs. And yet, on some level, we know that it all comes down to our mindset.

What to expect from one-on-one coaching.

Imagine stepping into the competition ring with unshakable confidence. Coaching sessions empower you to conquer those nerves and perform at your best when it matters most. We work together to develop personalized strategies that address the specific challenges you face as a handler. From managing pre-competition jitters to staying focused during you run, you’ll be equipped with practical techniques to get into the zone and stay there.

If you’ve ever had a personal trainer (or private lessons!), you know what accountability feels like – you commit with your time and money and you show up and do the work because someone’s holding you to it. Well, that model works for me, and it works for my clients, too.

We will dive deep in our 60-90 minute coaching calls to co-create practical solutions to your challenges and plans to achieve your big goals. Together, we'll cultivate a winning mindset that sets you apart from the competition.

Real change begins with the decision to change.

Are you a passionate dog handler who wonders why some handlers consistently outperform others? I believe mindset coaching is the secret ingredient to unlocking your full potential and achieving remarkable success in the competition ring.

Through one-on-one coaching, we'll delve into the unique challenges you face as a handler and help you overcome mental barriers that may be holding you back. Gain clarity, set meaningful goals, and create actionable plans to achieve consistent results in your dog-handling journey.

One-on-one coaching sessions are designed for dedicated dog handlers like you, who strive to enhance their performance, build confidence, and achieve consistent results.

Commit yourself to becoming the competitor you know you can be.

Everyone needs a mindset coach.

Competing with our dogs requires more than just handling skills - it's a mental game! As dog handlers, we know the importance of training, conditioning, and techniques, but what about mindset? To me, mindset is as critical as any handling skill (maybe more so!).

We have coaches and instructors for the other aspects of our dog sports, from puppy class to competition level. We go to weekly classes and multi-day seminars. Then there are the chiropractors, massage therapists, veterinarians, and other professionals just for our dogs, but what are we doing for ourselves? We are half of the team, after all!

The mental aspect of our dog sports significantly affects our performance, confidence, and consistency. Plus, we all know our emotions travel down the leash to our dogs. Frankly, it's a minor miracle when it all comes together! Ha!

One-on-one coaching sessions are designed to help you make real breakthroughs and harness the power of your competitive mindset, enabling you to perform the way you know you can! We dive deep into mental barriers that may be holding you back, helping you overcome self-doubt, fear, and limitations. Together, we'll cultivate a winning mindset that sets you apart from the competition.

Coaching is personal, it's all about YOU - your goals, your challenges, your dogs, and your results!