Mental Performance Coaching

Unlock Your Mind. Elevate Your Game.

As a Mental Performance Coach, I work with athletes of all levels — from youth and high school players, to college athletes, and even professionals — helping them unlock sustainable high performance through mental clarity, resilience, and deep self-understanding. 

My approach is grounded in the principles taught by philosopher Syd Banks. It focuses on the realization that true performance doesn’t come from forcing thoughts, overthinking, or grinding through pressure, but from accessing a naturally clear and confident state of mind. When athletes learn how their mind truly works, they experience more consistent focus, greater emotional control, and the ability to perform freely — even in the biggest moments. 

Whether an athlete is struggling with slumps, performance anxiety, fear of failure, or simply wants to elevate their game to the next level, I help them develop the mental foundation for long-term, sustainable success — not just short-term results. This understanding allows them to show up with confidence, composure, and joy, regardless of the scoreboard or external pressure.

What I Help With

• Managing pressure in high-stakes situations

• Rebounding from slumps and setbacks

• Letting go of overthinking and perfectionism

• Building confidence and consistency

• Reconnecting with the joy of sport

The Mind Behind Performance

You don’t need to force a positive mindset or use mental tricks to succeed. Instead, I help athletes realize how their mind works so they can access their natural abilities more consistently. When your mind is clear, performance feels effortless, focused, and free. That’s where breakthroughs happen.

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Coaching Options

Free Discovery Call (15 minutes)

A relaxed, no-pressure conversation where I listen deeply to your challenges and goals. We’ll explore whether my approach feels like the right fit for you. Zero cost, zero obligation.

Single 30-Minute Coaching Session

Targeted, high-impact coaching on whatever you need most right now — whether it’s preparing for an upcoming event, working through a current slump, or shifting a specific mental pattern. Perfect for quick breakthroughs or occasional support. 

4-Session Package

4 × 30-minute sessions

Ideal for building real momentum. We’ll work consistently on your goals over several weeks so you can see lasting improvements in confidence, focus, and performance. Includes email support between sessions.

10-Session Package

10 × 30-minute sessions

The most transformative option. This deeper engagement allows us to create significant, lasting change in how you think, compete, and experience your sport. Most athletes see their biggest breakthroughs in this format. Includes ongoing support and priority scheduling.Why athletes choose packages:

Single sessions are great for spot work, but real transformation happens with consistency. Packages give you better results, momentum, and support — plus most clients find they’re the smartest investment in their game. 

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Testimony from Clients

I have known Kiaka for many years and feel that he is a wonderful coach who listens and helps people to see how to live in the most beautiful state of mind possible." 

-Christine Heath, Hawaii Counseling and Education Center.

Great to work with. Will use again. -A.B.

I have worked with him numerous times and he pays attention to the details! Will continue to use over and over again, and highly recommend! -T.S.

Excellent work. -T.G.

He knows his stuff! Always great to work with. Goes above and beyond. -T.S.

Great to work with! - D.W.

Great service, repeat customer. -S.J. 

Did a great job! I will recommend! -C.B.

Kiaka possesses great communication skills, and I am grateful for him and his passion for helping athletes. -R.S.

Very professional. -S.E.

As always, great working with Kiaka! -D.M

Great experience! -E.F.

Great communication and was done very well and quick! -S.F.

WHEN I TELL YOU THIS GUY IS A GAWD SEND! I had no clue what to do! But I know wanted reel to help my son. I am so pleased. Not to mention the recruiting advice and insight. I WILL continue to work with him. We are going to get my son a scholarship! I just know it! -P.C.

If you want to work with someone with a skill set and experience. Very professional, great communication and incredible asset to have access to his knowledge and help in the recruiting process. Thank you for not only being good at what you do but for having a kind helping heart to go over beyond. -Tracy M. Broughton

5 stars without question. Has provided the advice & guidance for our recruited athlete on multiple levels. Created seamless digital presentations for distribution to coaches. Set expectations for academic requirements and created a plan for next steps. Definitely working with in future and highly recommend. A Giant Mahalo! -R.H

The service was quick and complete. Took my information and their experience and provided exactly what was needed. -T.G.

Excellent service, definitely would recommend. -R.D.

This guy is the best! I will definitely use again. -S.S.

This guy knows his stuff. Great video, quick response and a pleasure to work with. -S.S

Very good experience. -E.W.

Incredibly responsive, fast and knowledgeable about the sport! -E.W.

Excellent communication, definitely recommend and will use again. -R.D.

Great communicator. Will use again! -J.W.