Get Certified to Train
the Mental Side of the Game
Already believe in the power of mindset? We’ll give you the tools, training, and support to coach it—with confidence.
Whether you’re leading your own team or looking to coach athletes one-on-one, MTP Certification equips you to make a lasting impact.
We’ll review your background and schedule a discovery call if it’s a good fit.
You Know Mental Training Matters. Do You Have A System to Teach It?
You’ve probably said things like
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“We need to get our minds right.”
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“You’ve got to stay composed.”
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“Control the controllables.”
But no one ever gave you a plan for how to actually train that.
We didn’t have one either—until we built one.
MTP Certification gives coaches a system for training mindset with confidence, clarity, and consistency—so you can help athletes not just believe they’re mentally tough… but actually become it.
The System to Coach Mental Performance with Confidence
MTP Certification gives you the tools, training, and support to deliver real mental performance coaching to individual athletes and teams—whether it’s inside your own school or as a side gig.
You’ll learn how to:
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Coach 1-on-1 using our proven Focus Cycle system
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Lead high-impact team sessions using MTP Workshops
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Use real science—not fluff—to help athletes perform under pressure
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Personalize the plan for each athlete, team, and sport
You don’t need a psychology degree.
You just need to care about your athletes and be willing to lead them through a proven process.
We’ll train you, support you, and help you make a real impact.
What You'll Learn &
Walk Away With
Mental Training System
Learn to teach the Focus Cycle and our other core tools that help athletes perform at their best when it matters the most.
1-on-1 Coaching Framework
Get trained on how to coach athletes individually—from assessment to implementation.
Team Curriculum Access
Receive full access to the MTP Academy curriculum so you can lead team-based sessions confidently.
Real-Life Training
You’ll actually get coached in our system—so when it’s go time, you’re ready.
Business & Delivery Setup
If you want to earn income outside your team, we’ll walk you through the legal, structural, and marketing setup.
Certification Badge + Resources
You’ll be listed as a Certified MTP Coach in our nation wide network and get tools to promote your services if you choose.
Built by Coaches.
Backed by Science.
Proven with Results.
This isn’t theory. It’s not a collection of quotes or hype clips.
MTP Certification is grounded in neuroscience, cognitive brain research, sports psychology, and a couple of decades of real coaching experience. Ben built this system to deliver results for individual athletes in a large group setting—without overwhelming the staff, the schedule, or the culture.
Since then, it’s helped athletes win state titles, earn scholarships, bring home national championships, break slumps, get drafted, and take back control in the biggest moments of their careers.
It works because:
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It’s simple enough to use under pressure
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It’s structured enough to scale across a team
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It’s real enough that athletes and coaches buy in
And the best part?
You don’t have to figure it out on your own—we’ll train you every step of the way.
This Certification Is Built
For Coaches Who…
🏈 Coach a team or work with athletes and want to train the mental side with structure—not guesswork
🧠 Believe mindset matters but haven’t had the tools or system to teach it
💼 Want to work 1-on-1 with athletes as a side gig or career path
🎓 Lead strength, skills, or leadership programs and want to add mental performance
🏆 Care about athlete development beyond just winning
💬 Love connecting with athletes and want to make a lasting impact
🚀 Want to grow their influence and income without leaving coaching
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I know this is credible? Is it backed by real training or certification?
Yes—and here’s how.
Dr. Carmen Carnes oversees our teaching and implementation best practices. She’s spent her career in curriculum design and instructional leadership, ensuring everything we teach aligns with proven educational methods and best practices.
Ben Carnes holds an M.Ed. with an emphasis in coaching. His graduate work focused on developing the whole athlete and applying evidence-based strategies from neuroscience, psychology, biology, biomechanics, and education. This program wasn’t built on hype—it was built on how the brain, body, and emotions actually work under pressure. He’s a coach first. That’s what qualifies him to lead this work: not just the degree, but the years of helping athletes actually perform at their best under pressure.
Everything we teach is grounded in research and shaped by decades of real-world coaching experience. It's practical, proven, and designed to help athletes thrive in high-pressure moments.
What’s the difference between standard certification and enterprise?
All certified coaches are trained to deliver MTP’s 1-on-1 and team-based systems—but there are two paths depending on how you plan to use it:
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Standard Certification is for coaches working inside their own school or organization. If your school is an MTP Academy subscriber, you can coach athletes and teams within that school at no extra cost.
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Enterprise Certification gives you permission to coach athletes or teams outside your school for income. This includes insurance coverage, listing on our site, access to business support, and the ability to build your own mental training business.
If you’re not sure which one fits you best, we’ll talk through it on your Discovery Call.
Who can get certified?
We work with coaches at all levels—youth, high school, college, club, travel, and private trainers. If you’re passionate about athlete development and committed to learning our system, we’ll train you.
Do I need a background in psychology or mental health?
Nope. This is mental performance coaching, not therapy or counseling. We’ll train you on the science, tools, and delivery. You just need coachability, confidence, and a genuine desire to help athletes grow.
What do I get when I’m certified?
You’ll get:
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Access to all training materials and systems (and troubleshooting notes)
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License to deliver 1-on-1 and team sessions, as well as the worksheets and presentations you need to make it happen
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Listing in our Certified Coach Directory (for Enterprise Level Coaches)
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Continued support, updates, and professional development
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Legal use of MTP brand and tools
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Enterprise license holders can also work with outside clients as well as coverage under our Errors and Omissions Insurance
How much does it cost?
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$5,000 for 1 coach
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$8,000 for 2 coaches
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$3,000 for each additional coach
Your certification includes the full training experience, all materials, and one year of access to our resource library, support, and implementation tools.
After Year 1:
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If you're an Enterprise Coach working with clients outside your school, the renewal is $1,500 per year, which includes continued support and insurance coverage.
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If your school is an MTP Academy subscriber, there’s no additional cost to work with athletes at your school.
Can I work with athletes outside my school?
Yes—if you have an Enterprise License. Certified coaches with an Enterprise License can run sessions independently as a side business, get paid directly, and use MTP’s resources legally for external clients.
What’s the time commitment?
Initial certification takes place over a 1.5-day training (Friday–Saturday). After that, ongoing time is flexible. You’ll get materials that are plug-and-play and designed to fit your schedule and delivery style.
Are trainings available online?
No. Certification trainings are only available in person—and that’s intentional.
We believe the work we do is too important to deliver over Zoom. This training is about connection, application, and learning how to coach mental performance in real time. You’ll leave not just with knowledge, but with confidence and clarity to lead others. We believe that happens best face-to-face.
When do the trainings take place?
Trainings are scheduled based on demand. Once a cohort is filled, we get the training on the calendar. We typically offer certification opportunities at least once per quarter.
What if I’m not a classroom teacher?
No problem. Many of our coaches are travel coaches, strength coaches, or private trainers or instructors. If you work with athletes and want to train the mental side of the game, you’re potentially eligible.
Am I guaranteed a spot?
We accept nearly anyone who wants to go through the certification process—but being certified is different from being approved as an enterprise-level coach.
To be listed in our directory and work with paying clients through MTP, there needs to be a strong alignment in values, delivery, and communication style. We want to make sure every certified coach represents the system well and builds trust with the athletes, families, and schools they serve.
If you’re a great coach who cares about athletes and is willing to learn, there’s a good chance we’ll be a good fit. And if not, we’ll be honest about that upfront.