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Sharpen Your Mind Elevate Your Performance

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Hi, I’m Garrett Sharp — a mental performance coach dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential.

As a professional MMA competitor and former multi-sport athlete, I understand the mental, emotional, and psychological demands of high-level competition. I hold a Master’s degree in Sport Psychology and have worked extensively with athletes of all levels and sports backgrounds. I work with clients to build confidence, manage pressure, and develop the mental and life skills needed to perform at their best — not just in sport, but in life.

Every athlete agrees the mind plays a huge role in performance—yet most spend almost no time actually training it. Peak performance isn’t mysterious, it’s a product of both body and mind. Just like strength, technique, and conditioning, mental skills must be trained deliberately. They’re not a magic fix, but a foundational piece of becoming a better athlete and competitor. Whether you're a youth athlete or a seasoned pro, mastering your mindset is the key to consistent performance, confidence under pressure, and unlocking your full potential.

That’s where I come in. Having competed professionally and played multiple sports throughout my life, I understand firsthand how demanding this pursuit can be. The truth is, mindset can be the difference between showing up at your best or falling short when it matters most. As a mental performance coach, I will walk alongside you—not just to teach techniques, but to ask questions, inspire reflection, and support growth. My approach adapts to each athlete while focusing on developing core mental skills.

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Core Areas of Focus

I work with athletes and teams to develop core mental skills that elevate both performance and well-being. Areas of emphasis include:

  • Confidence – Strengthening belief in your preparation and abilities

  • Focus & Concentration – Sharpening attention to stay present and consistent under pressure

  • Imagery – Mentally rehearsing performance scenarios to build readiness and poise

  • Self-Talk – Crafting internal dialogue that’s constructive, steady, and grounded

  • Motivation – Reconnecting to your purpose and values to sustain effort and passion

  • Burnout Prevention – Creating sustainable routines that support long-term growth

  • Goal Setting – Clarifying direction and setting targets that drive meaningful action

  • Arousal Regulation – Managing intensity to meet the demands of your sport

  • Relaxation & Activation Techniques – Practices that help reduce stress and tension, or increase energy and arousal to enhance readiness

  • Return from Injury – Rebuilding confidence, overcoming fear of re-injury, and restoring a competitive mindset

Whether you're looking to enhance your performance, boost your enjoyment of the sport, or develop personally through the athletic experience, I'm here to guide you in achieving a sharper mindset.

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These 1-on-1 sessions are built around you—your sport, your goals, and your mindset. We’ll identify the mental skills that will make the biggest impact on your performance and develop a plan to strengthen them over time. Whether you're struggling with consistency, performance anxiety, confidence, or just want to sharpen your mind, these sessions are a space to grow, reflect, and build the mental foundation that supports peak performance.

You’ll learn how to manage pressure, stay focused under stress, bounce back from setbacks, and compete with greater confidence and composure. With a mix of guided reflection, mental training techniques, and actionable strategies, each session helps you develop the mindset needed to perform at your best.

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Team mental performance session in Knoxville, led by Sharp Focus & Performance inside a training facility. Working on culture, communication, and developing core mental skills such as focus, resilience, confidence, and anxiety management

Whether you're looking to strengthen team culture, improve communication, or help athletes perform under pressure, these interactive sessions bring practical mental skills training to your group in an engaging, tailored format. I work directly with coaches, teams, and organizations to address the real mental demands of your environment — sharpening focus, building confidence, managing high-stakes moments, and more.

From one-time workshops to ongoing team consulting, each session is designed to create lasting impact and provide clear takeaways that translate directly to performance.

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Book an Appointment

Ready to sharpen your mental game? Better performance begins with a better mindset. Book a free consultation to explore how mental performance coaching can support your goals. Together, we’ll strengthen your mindset, overcome obstacles, and elevate your performance.

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A Little More About Me

I’ve spent my entire life immersed in sports — from playing football, basketball, and baseball growing up to dedicating the last nine years to training in combat sports. I worked my way up through the amateur MMA ranks and have competed professionally for several years. I’m also a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and have been coaching both MMA and BJJ classes for the past few years.

Alongside my physical training and coaching, I lead a weekly mental skills class at my gym and work 1-on-1 with athletes across a variety of sports to help them build the mindset and tools needed to perform at their best.

My purpose in life is to help others and through the field of mental performance, I’ve found the perfect way to do that. I’ve always been fascinated by psychology and the “why” behind performance, pressure, and behavior. Now, I get to use both my personal experience and academic background to make a meaningful impact on the athletes I work with.

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Interested in working together? Fill out some info and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible to discuss how we can achieve your goals!