Date of Award
Spring 6-9-2017
Document Type
Masters Research Paper
Degree Name
M.A. in Sport & Performance Psychology
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Mark Aoyagi
Second Advisor
Alexandra M. Ross
Copyright Statement / License for Reuse
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Keywords
Mindfulness, Acceptance and commitment, Biofeedback, Energy management, Arousal
Abstract
The following case recounts the experiences of two entry-level consultants implementing a 6-week Mental Skills Training program with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) athletes. Both consultants identify with an Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) approach to mental skills training. Each consultant worked with a BJJ athlete for six weeks, integrating mental skills interventions into the athletes’ existing training regimen. Overall, the interventions focused on cognitive defusion techniques, identifying and developing emotional intelligence, self-regulating arousal levels, and managing energy and attention. Consultants relied heavily on mindfulness exercises as well as biofeedback technology in order to identify, develop, and refine the psychological skills crucial for success in the world of martial artists and in life. Effectiveness of program interventions was evaluated by client feedback and consultant reflections. Consultant reflections illuminate the challenges entry-level consultants may encounter when working with individual clients.
Copyright Date
5-2017
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.
Rights Holder
Megan Rinderer and Adam Bernero
Provenance
Received from Author
File Format
application/pdf
Language
English (eng)
Extent
42 pgs
File Size
1.6 MB
Recommended Citation
Rinderer, Megan and Bernero, Adam, "Mental Skills Training in Martial Arts" (2017). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 242.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/242