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Sports mental performance training focuses on developing the psychological skills required for sport in both practice and competition.

We provide one-on-one sessions for people of all sporting backgrounds and levels using evidence-based principles drawn from psychology and cognitive behavioural approaches, backed by formal university qualifications in both disciplines.

Not performing the way you should?

  • Overthinking during training or competition?
  • Nerves affecting how you perform?
  • Training well, but not showing it in competition?
  • Inconsistent focus, effort, or preparation?
  • Is something else affecting your performance?

It’s not your ability. It’s how your mind responds under pressure.

Our individualised one-on-one sessions focus on improving performance by identifying existing cognitive and behavioural patterns and implementing practical psychological strategies.

What’s holding you back?

Experience

Melanie is the sports mental performance specialist behind Mental Forge, combining lived experience in competitive sport with university qualifications in psychology and cognitive behaviour therapy.

  • Bachelor of Psychological Science
  • Masters in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
  • 10+ years coaching martial arts
  • Coached BJJ youth competitors to state and national titles
  • Cornered MMA fighters
BJJ & MMA
  • World Jiu-Jitsu No-Gi Championship (silver & bronze)
  • World Master Jiu-Jitsu Championship (competitor)
  • Las Vegas International Open BJJ (bronze)
  • Pan Pacific BJJ Championships (bronze)
  • QLD BJJ Titles (gold)
  • BJJ Black Belt (2018)
  • MMA fights
Cue Sports
  • World 8 Ball Masters – Quarter Finalist
  • WEPF World Eightball Championship – Final 16 (twice)
  • Australian 8 Ball Team Representative (Vice Captain)
  • Australian Open Ladies 9-Ball Champion
  • Australian 8 Ball Championships Runner-Up
  • NSW 8 Ball Champion (multiple)
  • QLD 8 Ball Champion
  • NSW 8 Ball Team Representative (Captain)
  • QLD 8 Ball Team Representative (Vice Captain)
  • Gold Coast 8 Ball Champion (multiple)


Photos: Melanie competing and coaching

Booking

Initial Assessment $110
30-minute session via phone


Sports Mental Performance Session $95
30-minute session via phone. Initial assessment required prior to booking.

What People Say

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Jason Preece
Professional MMA fighter

"Mel was always one of my top picks to have in my corner for fights because she’s experienced it herself too and understands all the prep and intensity involved."

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Margaret Suanez
Mountaineer

"I trained with Mel for 8 years. Her mindset and determination have always been her greatest assets. Couple that with her ability to mentor and train others and you have one impressive individual. Always cheering you on to believe in yourself and achieve your greatest goals. "

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Kim Myers
Kickboxing Black Belt

"Mel was an MMA & BJJ instructor to my two sons over the course of almost 10 years. Mel’s dedication and guidance have helped shape not only their skills and discipline, but also their confidence and mental toughness. She leads by example, pushes them to be their best, and genuinely cares about their growth both on and off the mats. We’re incredibly grateful for the positive influence she’s had on their lives."

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Tessa James
Muay Thai Fighter & BJJ Black Belt

"Mel coached two of our kids in BJJ and MMA and made a lasting impact on both of them. She made our shy daughter feel comfortable and capable, while teaching both our son and daughter strong fundamentals, discipline, and the value of being a great teammate."

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