Meet Your Instructor

I’m Jesse Engelbrecht — Mental Performance Coach for US Squash, supporting athletes on the Olympic pathway to LA 2028.

I work with junior, collegiate, and professional players to help them perform under pressure — managing nerves, resetting after mistakes, and staying composed when matches get tough.

My approach is simple, practical, and proven at the highest level. Every tool I teach is designed to be used immediately — not just understood.

Designed for all athletes who wish to compete with confidence, clarity, and resilience, this is where it starts.

Play Free Under Pressure — Compete with Confidence, Clarity & Flow

Here’s what I’m doing with in the Academy.

I’ve built something for all athletes who want to compete with confidence, clarity, and flow — especially in high-pressure moments. If self-doubt, second-guessing, or a distracted mind has ever cost you your best performance, this is for you.
The outcome is simple: You’ll learn how to Play Free Under Pressure — so you can compete with confidence, clarity, and flow when it matters most.

To get there, I remove the 3 biggest barriers that stop athletes from performing at their best:

A distracted mind — kills flow.
Self-doubt — kills confidence.
Second-guessing — kills decisiveness and clarity.

Problem #1

First, we’ll take you from a distracted mind towards FLOW by solving Problem #1.
When your attention is scattered, you can’t access the flow state. You overthink, miss cues, and feel two steps behind. But when you learn to drop distractions and lock in, everything shifts — decisions feel automatic, time slows down, and you play freely without forcing it.

Here’s how we’ll make it happen:

Breathwork Training → Control your state through the body so you can calm nerves, reset fast, and stay composed under pressure.
Scenario Visualisations → Rehearse tough situations ahead of time so you’re never caught off guard — your mind and body already know how to respond.
The ABC Loop → A quick reset (Accept → Breathe → Courageous Action) you can use anytime to recover and re-enter flow in the moment.

Problem #2

Then, we’ll take you from self-doubt to genuine CONFIDENCE by solving Problem #2.
When doubt creeps in, it drains your energy and makes you question if you’re good enough. You play small, second-guess your skills, and carry the weight of pressure instead of rising to it. But true confidence changes everything — you trust yourself, back your training, and step into high-pressure moments with certainty.

Here’s how we’ll make it happen:

Evidence Journal → Collect proof of your progress and wins, so your subconscious always has a bank of evidence to believe in yourself.
Core Values Compass → Root your confidence in who you are, not just in results — so even setbacks can’t shake your self-belief.
Ideal Competitive Mindset (ICM) → Define how you show up at your best and lock in a repeatable mindset you can bring into every competition.

Problem #3

Finally, we’ll take you from second-guessing to CLARITY and decisiveness by solving Problem #3.
Even the best athletes hesitate without clarity. A split-second of second-guessing can be the difference between a winning play and a missed opportunity. Without clarity, decisions feel heavy, overthought, and late. But with true clarity, you see the game sharply, trust your instincts, and commit without hesitation.

Here’s how we’ll make it happen:

Athlete Zen → Simple yet powerful mindfulness techniques to calm the mind and stay present, instead of letting thoughts spiral.
SportMind Scorecard → Track your mental performance to spot indecision patterns and fix them before they cost you in competition.
Focus Anchors → Under-30-second resets you can use mid-match to bounce back fast and re-commit with clarity.

The SportMind System: The Upward Spiral of Performance

Each pillar helps solve one of the biggest problems athletes face under pressure. But here’s the real magic – these aren’t isolated fixes.
Each pillar fuels the next.

When you unlock flow, you naturally boost confidence.
With more confidence, your clarity sharpens.
And when you gain clarity, it becomes easier to drop back into flow.

It’s what I call an upward spiral of performance. One win builds momentum for the next. Over time, this momentum compounds — creating lasting change that helps you consistently compete at your best when it matters most.

That’s why the SportMind system works. It’s not about quick hacks. It’s about building a foundation where confidence, clarity, and flow rise together — like a rising tide that lifts all ships.

Any one of these shifts can move the needle immediately for you, and my hunch is that ONE of them already stands out as your biggest opportunity.

That’s exactly why I created the SportMind Academy — because my only focus is helping athletes like you compete with freedom, confidence, and clarity when it matters most.

The SportMind Academy is open now, and when you join you’ll get immediate access to the system, tools, and support that unlock this transformation.

I’m ready to get started, and I’m inviting you to join.

“This is how you create the upward spiral of performance — where distractions fade, confidence rises, clarity sharpens, and every process fuels the next. That’s how you finally learn to play free under pressure.”
––SportMind Philosophy

Here's How It Will Work:

In the first 7 days…

…you’ll feel your first real shift with a simple breathing practice to calm nerves, reset under pressure, and refocus fast.

By day 30…

…you’ll have your foundation in place. Distractions lose their grip, and with simple visualisations + resets, you’ll access flow more often — feeling lighter, clearer, and composed when it matters.

By day 90…

…confidence becomes real — you’ll have proof you can trust yourself. Second-guessing fades, decisions sharpen, and you play with freedom. Then the upward spiral magnifies: clarity → confidence → flow.

And the longer you stay inside the SportMind Membership, the stronger that upward spiral gets. That’s how athletes create lasting change — not just a few good games, but a whole new identity and way of competing under pressure.

Courses:

Start Here:

Explore a collection of tools and resources designed to kickstart your mental training journey.

Tools:

The SportMind Academy isn’t just about giving you strategies — it’s about surrounding you with the tools and support that make those strategies stick.

Here are three of the core tools you’ll get access to:

The SportMind App → Your training hub for challenges, quick resets, and personalized guidance. Everything you need is right in your pocket, so you can stay sharp wherever you compete.

The SportMind Playbook → A go-to library of mindset plays, analogies, and immediate-fix strategies. When you need an answer fast — whether it’s to reset nerves, sharpen focus, or boost confidence — the Playbook gives you the move.

The Success Path → A clear, step-by-step roadmap through the SportMind system. No overwhelm, no guesswork. You’ll always see your next action (and what comes after), with short missions and simple checkpoints so you keep moving and stacking wins.

Support:

The strategies and tools are powerful on their own — but support is what makes the difference between good intentions and lasting change. That’s why inside the SportMind Membership, you’ll never be left to figure it out alone.

Here’s how I’ll support you every step of the way:

When you join, you’ll get a private call with me to map out your starting point. You’ll leave with clarity on your next steps and the confidence to start applying the SportMind system right away.

Every few weeks, I run live sessions where I dive deeper into key SportMind strategies and coach you through real challenges. You can attend live, send in your questions ahead of time, or catch the replay if you can’t make it.

If you choose the VIP track, you’ll also get a private coaching call every quarter to review progress and sharpen your edge. Plus, VIP members get a private Voxer line to me for direct access between sessions — so when tournaments, setbacks, or big moments come up, you’ve always got me in your corner.

You Also Get:

On top of the full SportMind Membership, you’ll also get these exclusive bonuses designed to make your progress faster, easier, and stickier:

366 daily insights that keep your mental game sharp all year long. Think of it as your training partner for the mind — short, powerful lessons that shift your mindset and build resilience one day at a time. Perfect for when you need a boost before training or competition.

Instant access to the full library of SportMind Masterclasses — including deep-dive sessions with world-class athletes, coaches, and mindset experts. Whenever self-doubt, nerves, or distractions show up, you’ll find a replay that helps you solve it right away.

Your personal SportMind sidekick — a smart support system that helps you troubleshoot challenges, brainstorm strategies, and stay on track with the Success Path. Stuck on a setback? MindMate helps you find the right reset fast, so you’re never left wondering what to do next.

The Investment:

Academy Membership

$47/month or $470/year (2 months free)

Academy VIP

$97/month or $970/year (saving $194)
Includes everything in the standard membership plus quarterly 1:1 coaching calls and private Voxer access — your direct line to me for quick questions, feedback, and support when it matters most. Think of VIP as your direct line — so you’re never left second-guessing or stuck in your own head

Whatever package you choose, you get full access to the SportMind system, the tools, the Success Path, and the support that helps you Play Free Under Pressure.

Guarantee:

I believe in this system — because I’ve seen it work for athletes across the board. From seasoned pros to weekend warriors, from teens pushing toward college scholarships to players just starting their mental game journey — the principles are the same, and the results speak for themselves.

Join today, and if you don’t feel a noticeable shift in your focus, confidence, or clarity within 30 days, you won’t pay another dime.

No contracts. No long-term lock-ins. Stay as long as you’re winning with SportMind. If it ever stops helping you, you can cancel anytime — no hard feelings.

Earn Your Credential:

Complete all courses in this collection and receive a certificate recognizing your dedication and achievement.

Show others your commitment to learning and growth.

Program Details

Includes access to premium content, community discussions, and expert feedback.

All levels

Daily/Ongoing

4-10 hours per week

$47/month

Courses: