Trusted by High Performance Leaders Worldwide
Peak Team Performance exists to transform performance environments into places where both coaches and athletes thrive.
The inspiration for our mission comes from the lived experience of elite athletes, coaches and practitioners.
In elite sport success is often defined by wins and losses, but behind the scenes the weight of poor relationships, fear of failure, and unsupportive cultures can take a huge toll on both wellbeing and performance. These struggles are very common and too often accepted as "just part of the game."
We're here to change that.
Common reasons coaches and performance leaders reach out to us:
Leadership & Communication
“I’m navigating difficult conversations and tension within the group while trying to maintain trust, standards, and relationships.”
“I’m carrying a lot as a leader and don’t always have space to process the pressures that come with the role.”
“Communication across staff and players feels inconsistent, and alignment is starting to slip.”
Team Culture & Dynamics
“The environment looks fine externally, but internally something feels disconnected or off.”
“We want to create a high-performance culture without losing connection, wellbeing, and psychological safety.”
“There’s talent within the group, but trust, accountability, and team dynamics aren’t consistently where they need to be.”
Transition, Pressure & Performance
“We’ve experienced change, turnover, or increased pressure, and the environment is struggling to fully settle.”
“The demands of performance are beginning to impact relationships, energy, and the day-to-day environment.”
“We need practical support that understands both the realities of performance sport and the people within it.”
These challenges are common in high-performance environments — especially where people care deeply, standards are high, and pressure is constant.
If any of these feel familiar we'd love to hear what you're navigating
Meet Our Team
Tiana Gordon
Premiership Rugby Player, Social Connection Specialist in High Performance Environments
James Bailey
Ex-GB 7s Head Coach and Premiership Rugby Player, Coach Mentor at The Premier League
Mary Kempnich
Psychology Lecturer, Social Network & Mindfulness Researcher, Mindset Mentor and Connection Coach for high performers
Dr. Luke Barnes
Chartered Psychologist, PHD and Senior Lecturer in Sport & Exercise Psychology at Leeds Trinity University
Shreeya Vedak
Sport and Exercise Psychologist in Training (SEPiT), Research Specialist