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 "Bill Cole has continually been at the forefront of a transformative movement in sport and performance. He is a pioneer who has enthusiastically promoted and personally expanded the mental game field with effective processes and indispensable articles. And so, it is truly a privilege to be recognized as a mental game coach by such a respected and prominent leader in the field. Bill has amassed a wealth of information and valuable, usable resources. He instructs fluidly - sharing material, answering questions, and guiding towards understanding. Not only did Bill teach me with a straight-forward and tangible approach, he is a warm, immensely encouraging, and accessible instructor. After researching several coaching options, I am thrilled that I chose Bill Cole’s IMGCA certification. I have learned so much from Bill and felt prepared and eager to create my project. I have already started embedding the material I learned into my personal evolution and professional practice. My newly-minted coaching skills will fundamentally and positively influence the growth and performance of all my clients. Becoming an IMGCA certified mental game coach has been a first-rate experience and the journey is just beginning!"
–Jane Bahou, MA, LMFT
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
 "My
IMGCA certification training program with Bill Cole has been
the best teacher-student experience I've ever had. Bill is
always full of energy, in good humor and above all a repository
of important, vital information. It is absolutely unbelievable
how he can answer every question, illustrated with a specific,
pertinent example from his teaching, coaching, consulting
or playing experiences, and tell stories about the material
with any sport.
Working with Bill is invigorating, inspiring and exciting.
I always looked forward to each session and left feeling uplifted
and full of energy. Bill got me in the "zone" in each class.
Once again Bill, thank you for your great attitude, your selfless
sharing of your own experiences and your obvious desire to
help me grow as a coach. It was an unforgettable experience
and I look forward to our next certification training level!"
–Bc. Jan Moravec, DiS.
The Czech Republic
 "I
strongly recommend the IMGCA Mental Game Coaching certification
program for anyone looking to further their knowledge about
mental game coaching, build or expand their business, and/or
grow on a personal level. This program is a great investment
and provides numerous benefits to its participants and graduates.
Furthermore, the IMGCA certification program is a wonderful
value! I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of resources
the program offers, including: articles, videos, audios, suggested
books and websites, resource guides, assessments, checklists,
a workbook, and more.
In addition to the wonderful resources you receive, you also
get to work individually with IMGCA founder and president,
Bill Cole. While Bill is obviously an expert in the field,
I appreciated the fact that he is a wonderful coach and instructor
as well. Bill made sure my certification program was individualized
and tailored to me specifically; he fit his coaching/instructing
style to best suit my learning style and personality; and
he offered real-world stories and solutions in addition to
content. Additionally, he has been very approachable and supportive
- I can tell he really wants those he coaches to be successful
and benefit from the program.
Before starting the IMGCA mental game coaching certification
I did a lot of research on the various certification programs
offered. After much research and consideration, I chose IMGCA;
and I am so happy I did! I am looking forward to putting my
new knowledge and skills to use, both as a professional and
an athlete."
–Caitlyn Worledge, MS, LPC
Certified Mental Game Instructor
Mental Game Perspective
www.mentalgameperspective.com
Flower Mound, TX, USA
 "Many
people refer to the famed NBA Coach Phil Jackson as the 'Zen
Master' of basketball due to his unique values and qualities.
I view IMGCA President and Founder Bill Cole in the same light
due to his qualities as a human being, teacher, mentor, and
coach. His wisdom, calm demeanor, great listening skills,
and instruction were second to none! I would come out of each
IMGCA training session with valuable takeaways that I could
apply immediately in my own life and for my clients.
From my initial contact with Bill, he was very responsive
and thorough in answering all my questions through email and
during the consultation call and it didn't stop there. He
kept me engaged throughout the entire training process with
check-ins and provided just enough nudge to keep me moving
forward, always offering his help and guidance to earn the
Level I Certification.
The IMGCA private backroom certification program website is
the central hub of endless classic, time-honored mental game
techniques and the latest mental game coaching tools and resources
Bill has collected over decades. I consider this site to be
'the encyclopedia of mental game coaching'. You can browse
this private site for hours upon hours and will never stop
learning. I found incredible value in the audios, journals,
videos, tools, and links provided through my membership and
certification training and plan to continue using these applied
psychology tools and resources in my own life and to help
future connections.
Mental game coaching is applicable to all aspects of life
whether it be business, career, or sports and if you've been
browsing the IMGCA site contemplating whether or not to sign
up for the certification program, I'd encourage you to take
that step and train with Bill. You will thank me for it later.
He's one of the pioneers in mental game coaching and the first
undergraduate in the world to graduate with a degree in Sports
Psychology. What makes Bill more special is that he understands
the perspectives of athletes, trainers, and coaches at all
levels and personalizes the training to your needs and goals
and takes you on the ride at your desired pace."
–John Kim, MBA
Level I Mental Game Instructor
Los Angeles, California
 "Having
the opportunity to learn from the pioneer of the Mental Game,
Bill Cole, that is very rare. He is the best coach, mentor
and educator that I have ever met.
He is patient in explaining, very thorough and precise in
his feedback and very professional in his approach. He was
able to give me a very practical approach and pointers so
that I was able to use them almost immediately. This is the
one of the best investments that I have ever made on myself
so far. So just go for it!
I looked forward to my coaching sessions with Bill. He is
very attentive and he made me comfortable in asking questions
and tapped into his vast experience in this field. Our coaching
sessions normally turn into interesting discussions, at the
end of every session, I was learning so much. I am looking
forward to continue my certification to the next level. It
is so much fun, learning and creating under the guidance of
Bill Cole.
I was looking for coaching certification that is different
but yet fascinating. I came across IMGCA Certification. Even
without registering into the program yet, the explanation
that was offered was extensive and very detailed. I love the
structure of the program. It is easily understandable, and
the amount of resources like videos, audios, and articles
offered is more than enough for the students to understand
about the program and to use them immediately.
Mental Game Coaching complements the work that I am doing
right now. It gives me a different perspective of peak performance,
not only in sports but also other areas like in business and
life. The fundamentals, methodology and principles are very
aligned to what I am doing now. I highly recommend Mental
Game Coaching to those who want to understand, support and
expand their skills in the mental game. Having the certification
will certainly give you the professional edge with others."
–Shafizal Shahidan
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Indonesia
 "I
first heard about the excellent Bill Cole know-how from my
coach Rodney King, so it was natural for me to check him out
right away. Well, what can I say after JUST a couple of months
of intensive coaching and the IMGCA education process? Simply
brilliant stuff and outstanding overall approach!!! I immediately
have been able to apply all the material in action, during
special operations (police, military) training camps, and
while coaching professional elite soccer players, and other
world-class athletes.
Moreover, the IMGCA message is getting spread here in Slovakia
like wild fire, and now even pro elite coaches are starting
to pay attention (based on awesome results which they see
first hand in action every day). I am starting to work with
these coaches as well. I once again highly recommend you contact
Bill Cole and see first hand about his fantastic know how.
It has been one of the best investments I have ever made.
You can give a gift to yourself to reach your full potential!
Go for it."
–Ing. Radek Sefcik
Level IV IMGCA Certified Mental Game Professional Coach
Professional Special Operations Police / Military Coach
BJJ Brown Belt And Elite PCWA Coach
Slovakia
www.mentalcoach.sk
 "I had been a clinical psychologist for almost 15 years when I realized I wanted to expand my practice and include something fun and challenging like sport psychology. I shopped around and quickly found that Bill Cole was going to be a good fit for me. He took time to introduce me to his program and how we might tailor the learning experience to my specific needs, which included accommodating for my full practice and family life.
Throughout my training program with IMGCA, Coach Bill took time to make sure I had all the reading to support my learning at my fingertips, gave me great advice on how to deal with new and challenging situations with my clients, and even took time to review my professional goals and marketing ideas. He was not only a teacher and coach during my educational process, but also a mentor.
Since graduating the final level of his program, Bill continues to check in with me from time to time, keeping in touch. He’s been very generous, remaining available to offer advice and ideas
from his wealth of experience as a coach and athlete. This warmth has been especially meaningful during this particularly challenging time dealing with personal losses, as well as the pandemic. Bill Cole is great at making your training your own and being a truly professional support system.
Thank you, Bill. It’s been worth it!"
–Dr. Karla Steingraber
IMGCA Level IV Certified Mental Game Professional Coach, (CMGPC)
IMGCA Level III Certified Mental Game Master Coach, (CMGMC)
IMGCA Certified Golf Psychology Coach, (CGPC)
IMGCA Certified Tennis Psychology Coach, (CTPC)
 "Bill has played a significant role in my professional development as a coach, and I am grateful for the positive impact he has had on my coaching career. I received my IMGCA Level 1 Certification in 2015 and since the beginning Bill had demonstrated a commitment to helping me achieve my goals, as a coach and in other areas as well.
Bill has been readily available for the past eight years and continued to support me even though I was no longer a client. His communication and commitment have been positive and supportive. Through our sessions, I have learned how to manage pressure situations with my athletes and maintain a positive mindset. What sets Bill apart is his ability to customize his guidance to those he works with. Bill took the time to truly listen and understand my goals by creating a supportive and personalized coaching experience.
I recommend Bill to anyone seeking to better their athletes and program both in sports and life. His enthusiasm and care for his clients are evident in every interaction. Bill is not just a coach but has been a true mentor in my coaching, and I know he will continue to inspire and empower others as he has done for me."
–Suzanne Marble
Level 1 IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Retired Volleyball Coach (30 years)
La Conner High, Washington State
Suzanne Marble has one of the most phenomenal volleyball coaching resumes in the USA, over a 30-year coaching career. She won seven state championships and three academic championships, 24 league championships and 18 district championships. She took her teams to 18 consecutive top eight state tournament finishes, with seven state championship titles. She took her teams to an amazing 27 consecutive state tournament appearances compiling a winning record of 574-96. She’s been named Northwest A/B league coach of the year record 15 times, State coach of the year seven times, and All State Team Coach three times. In 2015 Suzanne was inducted into the Washington State Coaches Volleyball Hall of Fame. In 2022 Suzanne was honored with the Victory Club 500 plus wins honor, THE American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Regional Coach Of The Year and the AVCA National Coach Of The Year. In 2023 Suzanne was inducted into the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association Hall of Fame.
 "Participating
in the IMGCA Certification Program has been one of my best
decisions. Bill's great experience in the field of mental
game coaching is worth more than thousands of books. He has
answers for each question and they usually come with an interesting
story. What is more, he is doing it with ease. He enhances
his student's mental game by his kind, professional approach.
It does not matter if you are an athlete or any type of coach.
IMGCA Certification gives you all you need for building a
strong mental game. So do not hesitate, make a decision and
act."
–Lukas Piperek
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Former professional hockey player
Slovakia
 "I dabbled on my own for a bit in the mental performance space, just for my own benefit. However, a couple of years ago I made the decision to immerse myself in the profession. When I was looking at programs in the field to learn the craft of mental performance coaching, I found Bill Cole and the IMGCA program. What a gem this has been for my learning experience in the field! Working with Bill has been instrumental in not only my knowledge of the field of mental performance, but also in the practical applications that I use with my athletes. Bill does a tremendous job of helping to not only understand the theory but real-world applications of that theory that I can use when helping my athletes to be the best possible version of themselves in their sport.
Bill’s approach and teaching style is great for anyone looking to learn and apply it immediately. He is very understanding and goes over and above answering any questions that I have. I have a Master’s degree, however, Bill has been the best instructor I have ever had. What Bill has also done for me is instill a sense of inspiration to learn as much about the field as possible and to also know that I too can be a successful mental performance coach.
I would highly recommend Bill to anyone who is looking to learn and work in the field of mental performance coaching."
–Mike Mancini
http://www.topmentalperformance.com/
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Levell II IMGCA Certified Mental Game Coach
South Bend, Indiana, USA
 "Although I was already practicing hypnosis, brief therapy, and NLP, I was looking for expertise in the approach of mental preparation in the sport and artistic fields. I was delighted with the IMGCA level III certification process, including specialized certifications in Golf and Tennis, which took place during a 15 hour video call cycle, in a friendly, authentic, secure and live setting with you, dear Bill. This training allowed me to consolidate and grow my knowledge and confirmed my vocation in the field of mental training.
I would therefore like to thank you for your enriching contribution to my professional career. From now on, I am definitely convinced that I am moving into the sector that suits me best. I thank you for the motivating and generous support that I have been given, and above all for your advice, your listening, your encouragement and your confidence to share your private backroom resources accumulated through experience: each click leads to a new list of links to listen, read or watch.
Finally, I particularly appreciated your feedback and the concrete examples you shared, told as small illustrated stories to enliven every subject. This experience was very enriching and will necessarily help me to excel throughout my career. This certification makes me proud and I was delighted with the process."
–Caroline Michelin
Level III Certified Mental Game Master Coach
Sotogrande, Spain
 "There is no doubt in
my mind as to how Bill Cole became so successful in the world
of Performance Psychology and Sports Psychology. His ability
to teach me in a way specific to my goals and to my past
experience is what has made this process of getting my
certification with IMGCA so amazing. The biggest takeaway I
have gotten thus far from Bill Cole is to never stop being a
sponge. He would often reiterate to me that he was learning
from me just as much as I was learning from him. This
statement humbled me to want to learn as much as possible to
get to the point where my mentor is. This is a great
certification for anyone looking to impact lives in performing
better, not only in sports, but in life as well.
I will always be thankful for the care and attention that Bill
Cole gives his students. This is different than any other
program you can find due to the curriculum being shaped to
fit you and your career needs. Bill Cole has a passion for
teaching people to become mental skills trainers just as much
as he has a passion for helping athletes who want to advance
their mental skills. There is no other training out there
like IMGCA."
–Dakota Patton
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Loveland, Colorado
 "As
a high level soccer player and currently a Brazilian jiu jitsu
trainer, I was always interested in the mental aspects of
sportsman preparation. In my soccer career, there was almost
no time devoted to this area. I personally felt the necessity
to be educated in this area as I regard the mental game as
important as physical preparation. I was looking for the appropriate
online training that would fulfill my requirements. Finally
I decided to participate in the course provided by IMGCA.
I contacted Mr. Bill Cole just for a short chat to check the
details of the course. Since the beginning he was very open
and helpful. After 20 minutes chat, I decided to take part
in the Level I certification programme. Every single class
with Bill was simply excellent. He has provided me plenty
of useful information that I have immediately applied in my
coaching practice. As a mental game coach beginner, I appreciated
the support and motivation that he always gave me. After successful
completion of Level I, I decided to participate in the Level
II certification programme. Bill was very flexible in his
busy schedule and we mutually agreed on the time schedule
for our teleclasses. Almost all the stuff I have learned in
the course has been applied in my own coaching sessions.
Bill has been the best listener and educator that I have ever
met! After the successful completion of Level II, I was able
to start my own business in the area of mental game coaching.
The decision to participate in the courses provided by IMGCA
and to work with Bill was one of the best decisions I have
made in the last couple of years. Bill is a great expert in
the field of mental game coaching and I am honoured to work
with him. Within 2016, I will further take part in Level III
to become the master mental game coach and I know that Bill
will be here to fully support me in this journey."
–PhDr. Michal Kopcan
Level II IMGCA Certified Mental Game Coach
Slovakia
 "I
highly recommend Bill Cole if you want to learn the skills
of teaching peak performance skills or get coached yourself.
I am a board certified psychiatrist, and elite track coach,
with an MA in exercise physiology and found Bill's teachings
to be highly practical and relevant. He also has a wonderful
style about meeting you where you are and helping you advance
quickly. His experience, which he gladly shares, is second
to none!"
–Armand Benjamin, MD
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Physician at Ventura County Behavioral Health Department,
Ventura, California
"In
my 20 years as a volleyball coach I've attended numerous seminars
and clinics through which I have gained valuable coaching
techniques and strategies. However, the past five months of
guidance and mentoring from IMGCA President Bill Cole have
helped me gain knowledge and expertise beyond my expectations.
Having gone through the IMGCA Mental Game Coaching Certification
program during my coaching season, I was able to apply the
mental strategies and techniques he suggested and immediately
see the effects and positive results of his suggestions. Bill
is professional, personable and always available for guidance
and his encouragement to assess what I was currently doing
from a new perspective gave me the support and courage I needed
to try new ideas.
I would strongly recommend the International Mental Game Coaching
certification program to anyone who is seriously interested
in developing new and successful mental coaching strategies.
It certainly made a positive and immediate impact on my volleyball
program and I'm eager to share it with others."
–Suzanne Marble
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Head Volleyball Coach
La Conner High, Washington
Suzanne Marble's volleyball teams have won six state and
academic championships, 13 league championships, nine district
championships, with six top-ten state tournament finishes.
She has been named Northwest A/B League Coach Of The Year
a record 11 times, State Coach Of The Year three times, and
All State Team Coach three times. Suzanne has taken her teams
to an incredible 18 consecutive State Tournament appearances.
 "The
IMGCA mental game coach certification program is simply fantastic
and has had a tremendous effect on my mental game. I can safely
say that it has taken my tennis to the next level and most
importantly, Bill Cole has equipped me with specific tools
and techniques to help sportsmen achieve peak performance
in their respective sport. I am an avid sportsman and have
been a runner-up in my district tennis championship. Additionally,
I am a former state level hockey player. My schooling has
been from the prestigious Mayo College, in Ajmer, India, popularly
known as 'The Eton of the East'. I have also represented the
school team in hockey, soccer, cricket, squash and table-tennis.
Currently my favorite sport is tennis and I am playing at
a good level. I have been a part time tennis coach in my ex-school,
helping young children look at sports and competition from
a broader perspective. Tennis being more of a mental game,
I wanted to make myself psychologically stronger to overcome
my mental blocks and also to help young children enjoy and
improve their game who very often get frustrated by over-exerting
themselves, leading to 'Burn Out' in order to desperately
reach the coveted top slot. This is when I found the IMGCA
certification program run by Bill Cole and since then there
has been no looking back.
Bill's program is simply excellent!! He has a deep insight
on mental game coaching, and is inspiring, practical and supportive.
Bill has specific tools and techniques for each aspect of
mental game coaching which are easy to understand and apply.
The best part of the certification program is that it is tailor-made,
customized and personalized to each student. It is not a 'one
size fits all' which needs to be finished in a specified time
limit. It is very flexible and student specific. The videos,
audios and articles are all top class and easy to access.
Lastly and most importantly, the IMGCA certification program
helps in achieving peak performance through understanding
and reaching the 'zone' as often as possible. These zone conditions
can be practiced and reached in doing our daily activities.
This leads to doing things more passionately, excellently,
with more awareness and in a focused way, avoiding unnecessary
mental dissipation of vital energy. Surely a grand road to
a better world!!"
–Kulwant Singh
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Ajmer, India
 "Far from a myth, Bill Cole is THE MAN and LEGEND of mental game coaching. Every step of the way through the IMGCA Certification Training Program, Bill was well-equipped to provide me with a systematic coaching process for a unique niche of mental game coaching that I'm developing for law students. His approaches and techniques to help law students with optimal mental preparation for exams were eye-opening and game-changing for me. If he can do this for me, he can undoubtedly serve whatever your needs and aspirations are for mental game coaching!"
–Lamarr Martin
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Atlanta, Georgia
www.lawstudentencourager.com
"I have been a Family Practitioner for three decades, and
I decided to add a new specialty to my medical practice, mental
performance coaching. I have no words to explain the levels
of confidence and knowledge I have gained from IMGCA training.
After Level I training I am so confident I feel I could become
the mental game coach of a major pro sports team.
I am already utilizing mental game coaching methods in my
practice.
Bill Cole is a magnificent director of mind, and he has created
a winning environment for us to learn the concepts, skills
and tools of mental game coaching. He is very knowledgeable
and very helpful. Bill is a thought leader in the mental coaching
world. He has been mental coach in over 75 sports, and has
been mental coach or consultant to Olympic athletes who have
won bronze, silver and gold medals.
The IMGCA certification program is a mental training encyclopedia.
The private certification backroom area has hundreds and hundreds
of articles, audios, videos, lectures, seminars, TV interviews
and many mind-blowing subjects. There are over 80 hours of
audio recordings alone. The learning never stops with my certification.
Even though I have now graduated, I have continuous access
to all this great mental game content, 24-7, and IMGCA is
adding new material all the time. The IMGCA training program
is incredibly comprehensive in its scope.
I am now confident I can assist many different types of sportspersons
as a mental coach and I thank Bill for that. I thoroughly
enjoyed level I training. I strongly recommend IMGCA certification
to every coach and every athlete who wants to build a world-class
mental approach."
–Dr. Lingappa S. Yuvaraj
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Family Practitioner, Obesity Consultant
St. Lucia, West Indies
 "For
the past 10 years I have been in the motorcycle training business,
educating more than 6,000 riders. In addition to my training
school I have also been actively engaged in motorcycle road
racing and long distance motorcycle competitions. I was extremely
fortunate to get involved with Bill Cole, and his IMGCA certification
training program. Bill's program has helped me immensely in
all facets of my life. His extensive business experience was
invaluable in helping me grow my business and secure more
sponsorships for my motorcycle adventures. His mental game
techniques have helped me to become a better motorcycle rider.
I have discovered that I am much more prepared mentally, which
translates to a better performance on the track. Along with
his guidance I have become a better educator myself. I simply
do not have the words to express my gratitude to Bill for
his guidance, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to
any athlete who is looking for that performance edge."
–Chris Carr
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Professional Motorcycle Racer and Trainer
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
www.TwoWheelAdventures.com
Chris Carr put Buell Motorcycles in the world record book
by riding from Key West, Florida to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska in
8 days, and in 2008 the same itinerary in 106 hours. He is
the author of the book "Street Riding Secrets". In 2010 Harley
Davidson USA asked Chris to be the first person to ride the
brand new XR1200X, in the 7,000 mile Hoka Hey Challenge motorcycle
rally, which started in Key West, Florida and finished in
Homer, Alaska.
 "My
name is Alan Kane and I took the level I IMGCA mental game
coaching with founder Bill Cole. I have been in a clinical
Kinesiology practice for many years and also hold 2nd degree
black belt in Korean martial arts. I have practiced martial
arts for over 20 years. My passion is helping people to relieve
pain from their body and improve performance, on physical,
mental and emotional levels.
I undertook the training to broaden my knowledge of the mental
game of "Life". I found the training and one to one coaching
with Bill Cole to be absolutely without doubt excellent. I
was able to gain a great understanding from our calls with
Bill each week.
Bill is an expert in his field and can pitch the training
at just the right level for each student. I found he met me
perfectly with where I was on my learning and helped to accelerate
me to certification very quickly.
I found the website material and archives to provide endless
material for reference and also to help formulate trainings
for my clients. Without any hesitation if you are interested
in learning about mental game coaching this is the place to
be, stop your search now and get on to the programme."
–Alan Kane Dip K, APBP
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Pain Relief Clinic
Ireland
www.alankane.org
 "I'm
so pleased I chose IMGCA for my mental game coaching certification!
Bill Cole exceeded my expectations as an instructor and facilitator.
Certainly, all that I have learned will enhance my coaching
business. Bill's expertise and experience was evident in every
phone conversation and email correspondence. He not only answered
every question I had (and I had a lot!) throughout my training,
but made sure questions were answered thoroughly and he gave
specific scenarios and examples of what I may encounter while
coaching. Bill helped me prepare a presentation where I received
very positive feedback from athletes. I owe it to Bill for
all the insight he gave me with public speaking and talking
with a team versus a single client.
Bill customized my training to how I will be using it in the
field. This was important to me because of the type of coaching
business I have. There is such a wealth of information in
the IMGCA certification program, it would be easy to be overwhelmed,
but IMGCA has a Quick-Start Guide that directed me to the
core, critical content, and I was able to rapidly get up to
speed. There is so much deep content in the articles, checklists,
audios and videos, that I will be coming back to the website
for many months to come.
This certification process is excellent because you can access
the materials online, anytime! I read articles daily, listened
to teleclasses while cleaning the house and in the car. There
are so many resources available aside from the one on one
conversations with Bill. I plan on continuing my training
with Bill to be certified in the higher levels of IMGCA because
of the positive experience with IMGCA's program."
–Julie Merrick
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Camarillo, California
 "The
IMGCA Certification program has probably been the best investment
I have ever made in terms of wanting to learn a practical
way to teach the mental game. My time with Bill Cole was extremely
enjoyable and productive. Not only did he help me understand
the mental game further, but more importantly, he helped me
outline a step by step approach to working with athletes.
It only took a few minutes into the first training session
for me to know that Bill Cole is committed to helping you
excel as a coach.
Another wonderful aspect of the program was the fact that
it wasn't a cookie cutter, one size fits all program. Bill
worked with me one-on-one to be sure that he met me at the
point of my need. The tips, strategies, and handouts that
are provided only added an extra touch to an already great
program. This certification will pay for itself if you simply
apply what you learn throughout the training.
The IMGCA Certification program exceeded my expectations and
I fully recommend it to anybody who is or wants to become
a Mental Game Coach."
–Kevin Nathaniel
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Mental Strength Coach/Consultant
The CHAMP Factor
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
 "I
had the pleasure of receiving my certification as a mental
game practitioner from Bill Cole, Founder and President of
the International Mental Game Coaching Association. Bill is
a master at breaking down complex sport psychology terminology
and techniques into plain language through the use of some
very clever analogies that really hit home for me. He is very
real in his approach in that he does not speak over your head,
but instead listens to your questions and helps you develop
a better understanding of the mental game and how you can
be of assistance to increasing your client's performance in
his or her sport. His professional and encouraging nature
gave me the confidence that I could have an impact in this
most important and often under-addressed realm in sports.
For anyone looking to improve their skills in the mental game,
the IMGCA certification program is very highly recommended."
–Ryan Long, MSW, CPT, SSC, CMPES
Certified Mental Game Instructor
www.attainablepeakperformance.com
"My IMGCA mental game certification training program has
taught me, among many other lessons, that everything I do
and say as a coach and teacher influences the behavior of
the young athletes I have been given the privilege to work
with. With Bill Cole's expert guidance I have become a more
effective leader, communicator and coach/teacher-his mentorship
has proven to be invaluable in my quest to develop confidence,
focus and mental discipline in the young football players
I work with. And in developing these mental skills the players
have improved their on-field performance, which has equated
to more success as a team-and they have also begun to transfer
these skills to other areas of their lives, such as academics
and social relations.
It has also provided me the tools to train other coaches to
do the same with their players. As a result, I was asked to
speak at a youth football coaches meeting, and have been asked
to host a coaching clinic next spring. I have also been asked
to speak to the coaches and players of a youth Lacrosse team,
which tells me that IMGCA philosophies and mental training
methods transcend any particular sport and can help both players
and coaches develop skills and set and achieve goals that
bring success both on an individual and team basis.
I've never met a coach who denied the relationship between
an athlete's mental approach and his/her performance in practice
and competition, and I strongly encourage and recommend the
IMGCA certification program as a means to teaching themselves,
other coaches, and the athletes they work with how to put
the two together. English philosopher Alfred North Whitehead
once said that "education is the acquisition of the art of
the utilization of knowledge". Whether you've been coaching
for 20 years or have just begun, Bill Cole and IMGCA certification
training can and will help you utilize cutting-edge mental
game approaches and make you a better coach."
–Phil DuBois
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Former professional football player, NFL Washington Redskins
Longtime Youth Sports Coach
Springfield, Virginia, USA
"I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am to have gone
through the IMGCA Certification process with you. As a past
professional athlete, I wish I would have been smart enough
to realize the benefits of the mental game. I can't begin
to tell you how much I have learned from you in our in-depth
conversations. Your expertise in the subject I really believe
is among the very best. Your program was very beneficial in
that I wasn't just given a manual and told to fill it out
as I see in some certification classes. I was very interested
in the process of learning and implementing the mental game
and you have done a fantastic job in covering all the bases.
I know this certification will put me on the right path to
be able to teach the skills necessary for my students to achieve
higher success in reaching their ultimate dreams. Thanks again
for all your help!"
–Billy Fritz
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Former Professional Golfer
Dallas, Texas, USA
 "Attention
all tennis coaches! I have found what you all have been looking
for! This is a course that all coaches in all fields should
consider taking if they want to be the best in their profession.
Too many coaches focus on many aspects of their sport except
the most important -- The Mental Game. If 90% of all sports
is mental, then why aren't more coaches lining up at the door
to learn the mental side of their sport?
Bill Cole is an expert in the Mental Game. His achievements
as an international mind coach, top-level champion athlete,
and his background in academic sports psychology and clinical
psychology work are infused throughout this training. He gave
me down to earth, practical tips and tools I am using now.
The IMGCA certification training program bypasses the theory
and fluff that many books have, and he customized my IMGCA
program for what I need, now.
This certification will really help me gain more credibility
and visibility in the tennis coaching and teaching world.
I wanted this training to learn how to deal with some critical
issues in my teaching and coaching business: communicating
with difficult personalities, managing big egos on a team,
teaching concentration across all skill levels, creating rapport
with new students, breath control, the inner game, helping
people raise their personal awareness so they can change,
how to make students self-accountable in lessons, how to motivate
students and how to understand and teach the real fine points
of the mental game.
I have been fortunate to learn parts of the mental game as
a junior tennis player. However the Mental Game of coaching
is very different from learning the mental game as an athlete.
He has also helped me manage my ego while coaching. Like me,
young coaches think they know everything. I have learned in
the past few months that there is still so much to learn in
becoming a great coach. Bill has taught me detailed techniques
that will better prepare my students for the struggles they
will face in a tennis match.
Because I am about to open a tennis academy and will be returning
to coach a high school team this year, I will need many of
the skills of the mental game that Bill has taught me. These
skills are useful for individual coaching and for larger groups.
In my mind you can't really call yourself a coach unless you
have had some sort of mental game coaching!
Thanks Bill for everything! I can't wait for some of the situations
we have talked about to appear so I can use my new coaching
tools. There is no doubt in my mind that I will continue learning
all I can about the mental game!"
–Ashvin Soin
Director, Breakpoint Tennis Academy
USPTA Certified Tennis Professional
Saratoga, CA
 "My name is Patrick McArdle. Before taking the IMGCA level one certification course, I looked into other mental training certification programs. For the design alone, not just to mention the price, I found IMGCA to be the one for me. The IMGCA certification allowed me, unlike some other programs, to work directly with the teacher, Bill Cole. Each session is geared personally to your needs and goals. In each session, you send a note about what you wish to examine in the field of sports psychology. Bill sends you back a prep sheet. You then meet on the phone or by video for at least an hour. There is a lot of back and forth discussion and Bill really is a great teacher. He takes the time to make sure you get and understand the golden nuggets of sports psychology he is handing you. Then you make a plan for how you will use these nuggets.
Another great aspect of this certification program is the vast library of other phone conversations listed by topic. So rather than spend your time with Bill asking about how to deal with, say, bullying coaches, you can listen to a conversation he had with another student about just that topic. The information on there is amazingly diverse and valuable.
In your final project, you can pick almost any aspect of sports psychology and any format and put something together that is useful and designed for yourself. I found the way this course was designed eliminated the fat and got right to the meat of what each student needed.
Finally. Bill will write up a PR piece that is so positive and glowing you will not believe it is about you. It is useful for any future clients or business.
Bill Cole has an amazing background in sports psychology and has been involved in this field virtually from the beginning of it coming into the public forum. Yet he can relate to the novice in a way that is not condescending, but is kind and helpful. I cannot recommend this course more. The small price versus the tremendous opportunity to grow and learn from an experienced and giving teacher makes taking it a no brainer."
–Patrick McArdle
Level I IMGCA Certified Mental Game Instructor
Physical Education Teacher/Coach
West Babylon, New York, USA
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