Sport psychology grounded in evidence. Built for Aotearoa.
The Performance Act exists to grow hauora in sporting communities across Aotearoa. We use evidence-based psychological tools to create real, lasting change — for individuals and the communities around them.
Community sport is more than competition. It's a platform for growth, connection, and meaningful kōrero. We work alongside athletes, coaches, and whānau to strengthen the environments where people thrive.
OUR APPROACHThree pillars that guide everything we do.
We deliver evidence-based programs led by high-quality practitioners. Integrating research, clinical expertise, and organisational values to create meaningful, lasting change.
We leverage sports and educational environments to reach diverse communities. Committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we implement culturally safe practices that honour every participant.
We empower all participants by recognising them as the experts of their own experiences. Every challenge is valid, and every person deserves to be heard and supported.
We equip athletes with evidence-based psychological skills that transfer from sport into everyday life.
We help coaches create calmer, more effective learning environments through psychological awareness.
We support parents and families to better understand and respond to the emotional worlds of their tamariki.
We don't do off-the-shelf. Every program is tailored to the specific needs of your club, school, or organisation. We work with you to design a support package that creates real impact for your community.
Below are examples of what we can build together. All programs include access to GROW, our online learning hub.
Interactive sessions building focus, resilience, and psychological flexibility for athletes at any level.
Equipping coaches with tools to build better learning environments and support athlete wellbeing.
Helping whānau understand their role in the sporting experience and strengthen connections with their tamariki.
Accessible online sessions covering mental skills, the psychology of coaching, and building team culture.
A structured workshop series focused on navigating high-pressure moments in sport and life.
Have a specific need? Let's design something together. Every community is different — your program should be too.
GROW is our online hub that centralises all digital course materials, resources, and coaching tools in one place. Self-paced courses, session plans, and a full digital resource library — all available whenever you need them.
The session ends. The growing doesn’t.
LEARN MORE ABOUT GROW
Director of Performance Psychology
Registered psychologist with over a decade supporting athletes and coaches from Olympic campaigns to community sport. Specialising in leadership, coach development, and team building.
Registered Clinical Psychologist
Registered clinical psychologist with a background in rugby, coaching, and clinical practice. Leading research on effective coaching conversations and passionate about making psychology accessible in community sport.
