Bio

Mike has been a multi-sport coach with the REDS since 2014.

After spending 12 years in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) he relocated his family to Fredericton in 2019 to pursue his Master's Degree in Kinesiology and Sport Sciences, focusing on Mindfulness.

Throughout his coaching career, he has amassed a range of licenses and certifications to bolster his expertise. Notable among these are his qualifications as a Mindfulness Sports Performance Enhancement (MSPE) Trained Instructor, World Triathlon (WT) Level 2 Coach, and various National Coaching Certification Program credentials in triathlon, swimming, and cycling.

Mike's coaching philosophy revolves around fostering confidence through competence and communication, establishing personal connections with athletes, and integrating mindfulness into his coaching programs. He incorporates attention training through yoga and meditation to help reduce mind-wandering, enhance focus, alleviate anxiety, and improve sleep quality, ultimately enhancing athletic performance.