Working With Me
How This Work Operates
Expectations, Structure, and Shared Responsibility
This work is built for riders who want to develop properly over time — not through pressure, chasing, or short-term fixes, but through clarity, structure, and personal ownership.
The questions below are here to explain how this relationship works, so there are no misunderstandings later.
What is your role as a coach?
My role is to observe, diagnose, and guide.
I provide high-level coaching that integrates technical development, mental clarity, and long-term progression. That includes structured feedback, honest assessment, and a clear developmental framework based on years of experience working with developing and professional riders.
I am fully present and invested in the process — but progress only happens when responsibility is shared. Coaching works best as a partnership, not a one-sided push.
Will you chase me to check in or remind me to show up?
No.
This is intentional, not dismissive.
The riders who benefit most from this work are those who take ownership of their development. That means showing up consistently, communicating clearly, and engaging with the process without being chased.
If communication drops off or attendance becomes inconsistent, I assume priorities have shifted. Momentum in this work is built through participation, not reminders.
What’s expected of me as a rider?
You’re expected to:
• Show up consistently
• Engage openly with feedback
• Follow the structure we agree on
• Communicate proactively if something needs adjusting
If something isn’t working, that’s not a failure — it’s information. But I can only respond to what’s communicated. Silence or inconsistency breaks the feedback loop and limits what coaching can achieve.
Do you focus more on mindset or riding technique?
I don’t separate the two.
Performance issues rarely sit neatly in one category. A technical error can be caused by hesitation. A confidence issue can be rooted in unfamiliar skills. A focus lapse may come from pressure rather than ability.
My role is to diagnose what’s actually limiting performance and address that — whether it’s technical execution, mental clarity, decision-making under pressure, or something missing in the wider training environment.
Sometimes that means working on riding technique.
Sometimes it means developing mental skills.
Often it means looking at how the entire program fits together.
I work as an architect rather than a specialist in one lane — identifying what needs strengthening next and sequencing development so improvements hold under pressure.
That integrated approach is what allows riders to progress without constantly breaking down when conditions change.
What if I want to work specifically on my mental game?
That can be appropriate — at the right time and in the right context.
Mental performance doesn’t exist in isolation. Confidence, focus, and decision-making are influenced by skill familiarity, execution demands, and the wider training environment.
If a rider wants to work specifically on the mental side, the first step is understanding why that feels necessary.
Sometimes mental work is exactly what’s needed.
Other times, what appears to be a mental issue is actually caused by technical gaps, unclear expectations, or pressure being applied before the system is ready.
When mental coaching is done in isolation without that context, it often turns into symptom management rather than real progress.
My approach is to assess what’s driving the issue first. If the limiting factor is mental clarity, emotional regulation, or pressure management, then that’s where we focus. If something else is undermining confidence, that needs addressing alongside it.
The goal isn’t to “fix the mind”.
It’s to build a system that holds together under pressure.
Is your coaching suitable for beginners or casual riders?
My one-to-one coaching and race day audits are designed for serious, coachable riders who are ready to commit to long-term development.
For beginners, casual riders, or families still finding their feet, direct coaching is often not the most appropriate first step.
In those cases, I’ve created written guides and online resources that explain how confidence, pressure, and development actually work — without the intensity or commitment required for private coaching.
These resources allow families to build understanding, make better decisions, and lay solid foundations at their own pace.
Who do you typically work with?
My coaching is designed for riders who are moving toward — or preparing for — high-level competition.
This often includes riders from Supermini age onwards who are progressing toward pathways such as EMX, SMX Next, or professional-level racing environments.
At this stage, the demands change.
Execution under pressure, identity stability, and long-term development become more important than drills or short-term results.
That is where my work sits.
This doesn’t mean younger or less experienced riders can’t benefit — but the structure, expectations, and depth of this coaching are best suited to riders who are preparing to operate in serious competitive environments.
For families earlier in the journey, my written guides and online resources are usually the most appropriate starting point.
What if I already have a coach or train at a facility?
That’s common — and it’s not a conflict.
My work is designed to sit alongside existing coaches, teams, and training environments, not replace them.
If you already have a riding coach, a facility, or a structured program, my role isn’t to interfere with that. It’s to help you understand how you’re experiencing pressure, expectations, and performance within that environment.
I don’t change your program.
I don’t override your coach.
I don’t add noise.
I work at a different layer — helping riders stay clear, consistent, and regulated when importance increases.
That’s why this work is often most valuable when the technical side is already in place.
What if I’m struggling, injured, or something comes up?
That’s part of real life — and it’s always workable when communicated.
I’m open to adjusting plans, pacing, or focus where appropriate. What I can’t do is guess what’s happening behind the scenes.
If something affects your ability to engage, the responsibility is to let me know. This keeps the process honest and prevents small issues from quietly derailing progress.
Can I pause or delay my program?
Programs are structured around specific timeframes to maintain continuity and momentum.
I understand that unexpected situations can arise. Where genuine reasons are communicated in advance, adjustments may be possible at my discretion.
However, sessions aren’t designed to be paused indefinitely or carried forward without limit. Structure protects the integrity of the work — and the results that come from it.
Are refunds available if I don’t complete the program?
No.
When you join a program, you’re securing a limited space and access to my time, focus, and resources for that period. That space is held regardless of how much you choose to engage.
I will always aim to be reasonable and supportive where circumstances genuinely change — but commitment to the process is a requirement, not an optional extra.
What if I change my mind mid-program?
This work isn’t designed for casual involvement or trial-and-error commitment.
If you’re unsure whether now is the right time, it’s better to wait. Once a program begins, the structure and space are yours — but how much you get from it depends entirely on the level of engagement you bring.
This approach protects both the rider and the integrity of the coaching process.
Do you work with parents as well as riders?
Yes — when appropriate.
A rider’s environment plays a significant role in confidence and decision-making. Where alignment is needed, I help parents understand how pressure, communication, and expectations affect development — without turning parents into coaches
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