“The combination of mental training, strength training and fine tuning the mechanics of my swing has helped feel so confident, I’m excited every time I step into the batters box!”

-15 year old club and high school softball player

“We are very pleased with the results so far, she has made a conscious decision to focus and be more aggressive in her play and the results are already starting to show in a very positive way.”

 -Parents of a 10 year old client

“I would recommend other athletes (teammates, friends, family) to work with Erika because… she helps give you a real sense of your abilities and helps you rev up or tone down your intensity, anxiety, and focus.”

-16 year old client and college recruit

“My race plan helped me start my race more relaxed and focused and so I felt like I could keep up my pace the whole race!”

-16 year old swimmer

“Susie is playing with more confidence than I’ve ever seen her play with before.”

-Coach of a 17 year old elite soccer player

“I’m learning to enjoy competition more.”

-18 year old middle distance runner

“I’ve been able to keep a high intensity level stay positive, and I have improved my overall game performance.”

-15 year old client

“Mental training for an athlete is as important (if not more) than physical training. Erika has helped our athletes excel in the mental aspect of their game, which takes them to the next level athletically.”

Philippe Blin
Technical Director
Pleasanton Rage Girls Soccer Club

“During my work with Erika I placed in the top four in almost every barrel race I entered. She supported me immensely, even coming to some of my races. Through her knowledge I have been able to help my students, as well. Her specialization and knowledge of controlling the mind is a must for any competitor!”

Tracy L. Maurer
NBHA State and National Qualifier
AW4D State Qualifier
Horsemanship Instructor
Livermore, CA.

“My 11 year old son has been a client of Erika's and "Excellence in Sports Performance" for over 8 months. In that time his confidence in his play in two high level sports (baseball and soccer) has risen dramatically. He looks forward to his appointments with Erika and uses the tools he learns from her in his games to make him a more well rounded and level headed athlete. As a parent I have seen him stay in his game during the highs and lows much more which has made him, as well as his team, much more successful.

I recommend her services to every young athlete interested in becoming the best he/she can be.”

Parent, 11 Year Old Goalie and Baseball Player
Danville, Ca.

“The training that my players received from Erika Carlson (Excellence in Sport Performance) allowed them to be mentally prepared for the next level in competitive volleyball. Staying focused on the techniques and strategies that Erika Carlson had taught us, my team went from last place at Junior Olympics to 5th place in just one year.”

Sean M. Stratton, Diablo Valley Volleyball Club-President/Coach
Concord, CA.