I founded Next Level Mindset Coaching with a simple belief — that the mind is the most powerful muscle an athlete has.

After years of watching talented athletes struggle not from lack of skill, but from self-doubt, pressure, and burnout, I set out to bridge that gap between mental strength and peak performance.

My approach is different from traditional coaching. I don’t believe in quick fixes or hype sessions. Instead, I focus on awareness, discipline, and balance — teaching athletes how to master their focus, regulate emotions, and create routines that turn pressure into presence.

Drawing from sports psychology, mindfulness, and personal experience, I help athletes develop the mindset they need to perform with confidence and recover with purpose — on and off the field.

Whether you’re competing for a championship, returning from injury, or simply trying to find your flow again, my goal is to help you reach your next level — not just as an athlete, but as a person.

~ James Elhart