Successful Completion of Specialized "Mental Skills Coach Training" Course

The Physical Education and Sports Science Research Institute (SSRI) has successfully concluded its comprehensive "Mental Skills Coach Training" course, which spanned 100 hours and was led by prominent national experts in sports psychology.

The program, which began on December 31, 2024, was delivered through a blended format of in-person and online sessions. It was designed to advance knowledge in sports psychology and train specialists to support athletes' mental performance.

Course Highlights
Participants engaged in applied training covering core psychological skills essential for athletic performance, including:

Emotion regulation and motivation

Mental imagery and mindfulness

Mental toughness and concentration

Anxiety management and goal setting

Psychological resilience, teamwork, and communication skills

Key Features
Expert-led instruction from professionals in sports psychology, neuroscience, team performance, and professional coaching.

Introduction to international mental assessment tools, such as the SMHAT-1.

Design and profiling of athletes' mental profiles and professional analysis of their psychological states.

Guest lectures by coaches from national teams.

Official SSRI certification awarded upon passing examinations and completing a supervised internship.

The program provided a valuable opportunity for coaches to enhance their ability to develop mental skills in athletes, contributing significantly to the professional and practical capacity of sports coaching in Iran.

For more information on upcoming courses, interested parties may contact the SSRI Public Relations Department.