more than 100 happy athletes
Melvin Twellaar
When I rowed at the Hunze as a 15-year-old boy, Steven became our new coach. He immediately had something special, something that distinguished him from the other coaches. Steven was not only a teacher within the boat but also outside of it. On a personal level, I have always felt heard by Steven. As a coach, he taught me things about competition rituals and visualizing a race. During that period, those were incredibly valuable tips and tools for me, which I still use. This has undoubtedly contributed to my development as a rower and a person.
Couhaib Driouech
I had a good experience with Steven. His coaching has helped me a lot in creating more peace in my mind! He always explained everything well and how I had to apply it, I still meditate to this day.
Foppe de Haan
Steven is capable of coaching to the core, simple and original.
Victor Schop
As a coach, Steven made a difference in mental guidance. In my view, this was of great value since in rowing the physical and mental aspects stands central. Where all rowers follow a comparable training schedule, the difference can be made by being mentally stronger.
Steven helped us with meditation, reflecting on the things you do and think. Something I believe is crucial to maintain control when you train every day to achieve a goal. Besides meditation, Steven paid attention to further personal guidance, among other things by sparring with you in personal conversations. For me, the picture of elite sports, doing everything to achieve a goal, became complete with Steven’s guidance.
Trevor Doornbusch
I think Steven is a top-notch coach! He’s a perfectionist with a lot of passion and knowledge. The energy and time he puts into his work is contagious, and for me, that’s precisely what I’ve always needed. The nice thing about Steven is that he doesn’t mince words and says exactly how it is. Meditation helps me in many areas, maintaining peace within myself, sleeping and reducing stress. I would recommend meditation to everyone; it is essential that you are open to it because the first few times it will not go flawlessly. I noticed the more I did it, the more positive the effect had on how I felt inside and how I looked at the world. I also clearly notice the difference when I do it less for a period.
Gerdien Elkink
In conversations with Steven, I’ve learned that you can gain satisfaction in matches and training in multiple ways. I have become more all-round and have lost none of my sharpness, very pleasant. Recommended!
Frequently Asked Questions
A growing body of scientific research has demonstrated various effects of meditation, both on a physical and mental level. For example:
- Stress reduction
- Improved concentration
- Emotional stability
- Enhanced well-being
- Physical health benefits
For optimal results, we build your meditation practice to meditate twice a day for twenty minutes each session.
You meditate separately from your sports activities. However, during your training sessions and competitions, you will rely on the skills you acquire during meditation.
No, I provide personalized training. This means the program may vary for each sport. However, the foundation, meditation, remains largely the same.
Meditation is for everyone. Truly everyone. Numerous scientific studies endorse the positive effects of meditation on your physical and mental well-being. Everyone can learn to meditate, including you. I’m here to help.
I guarantee that I’ll provide you with everything you need to achieve your sports goals and guide you through the process. Ultimately, you are responsible for your (inner) growth. That’s something no one else can do for you.
In short: focus, enjoyment, and better performances.
You can. But how far would you have come in your sports performance without a coach? It works the same way with mental training and meditation.
Yes, you’ll get more out of your training schedule by meditating. Meditation won’t add extra burden; it will alleviate it.
It’s great that you’re already engaging in mental training. You’ll find that meditation will add even more depth and strength to it. Feel free to schedule a call with me. Together, we’ll see how meditation fits into your current mental training.
Sports are largely mental. You have to deal with external pressure, stress, and setbacks. That’s why simply training physically isn’t enough. Train your brain as hard as your body to perform optimally and maintain enjoyment in your sport.
That’s a long list! Here are a few examples:
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Demi Vollering
- Lebron James
- Dafne Schippers
- Kobe Bryant
- Novak Djokovic
- Stefan Groothuis