SPC Training
Mental preparation isn't improvised: it's studied, trained, and certified
Sport Psychology Center's training programs translate years of research and hands-on field work — from Serie A youth academies to sports federations — into concrete programs for psychologists, athletes and coaching staff who want to work with method, not just intuition.
Why train
In sport, the mental side is trained just like the physical side — but only if whoever teaches it is properly prepared
In recent years, scientific research has made one point clear: the quality of psychological preparation in sport depends directly on the quality of the training of whoever delivers or receives it.
For professionals
CPD Continuing Professional DevelopmentContinuing education is considered a core competency by the scientific community: it allows sport psychologists to maintain high standards of effectiveness and uphold the profession's ethical principles.
Sources: Belz et al., Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports, 2024; International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology.
For athletes
g = 0.83 medium-to-large effect on performanceThe most recent meta-analyses confirm that psychological skills training produces measurable improvements in athletic performance and significantly reduces competitive anxiety.
Sources: systematic review and meta-analysis on psychological interventions and athletic performance, PMC; International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology.
For coaching staff
78% of studies report positive effectsA meta-analysis of 45 studies and over 180,000 participants shows that psychological training programs for coaches improve knowledge, on-field behaviour and athlete wellbeing.
Source: Li, Olson, Tereschenko, Wang & McCleery, International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 2025.
Our courses
Three paths, one method
Every path is built on the same scientific foundation, but speaks the language of those who follow it.
Professional development
Psychologists and mental coaches
Updates on validated assessment tools, intervention protocols and case studies applied to sport.
- Validated assessment tools (e.g. GAD-7, ABQ, Rosenberg)
- Case studies from youth sport
- Certificate of attendance
Practical training
Athletes
Practical mental training paths, that can be combined with VR sessions and MAT.
- Managing performance anxiety
- Focus techniques and goal setting
- Certificate of completion
Staff training
Coaching staff and trainers
Courses designed for coaches: recognising signs of distress and supporting athlete wellbeing.
- Early recognition of psychological distress
- Leadership and communication styles
- Designed for youth academies and federations
New courses coming soon in all three categories. See the full, always up-to-date catalogue →
Why Sport Psychology Center
Not abstract theory: hands-on experience
Sport Psychology Center was born from the meeting of scientific research and day-to-day work with athletes, teams and federations. Our training programs are built on the same foundation we use with our clients: validated tools, verified scientific literature and a decade of hands-on experience in youth and professional sport.
Start your journey
Bring the SPC method to your context
Whether you're a professional, an athlete or a coach, there's a path designed for you.