June Newsletter
Summer offers a unique opportunity for gymnasts and dancers to work on new skills, recover from competition season, and grow both physically and mentally. Without the pressure of performance deadlines, it’s the perfect time to focus on developing strong mental habits that support long-term success. Here’s how athletes can make the most of their summer training.
1. Small habits for big progress
Summer is ideal for thinking ahead and creating new performance goals for yourself - but don’t stop there! Break your performance goals down into process goals—daily, controllable actions that lead to improvement over time. Instead of focusing on the end result (“I want to master this skill”), shift your focus to small, consistent behaviors that will lead you to the end result.These small steps keep you focused, help build momentum, and boost confidence day by day.
2. Speed up your progress with visualization
Learn the art of visualizing! Visualization is a powerful mental skill that can accelerate learning and skill mastery (which is also why it’s so important to know how to use it well). The more detailed you can make your visualization, the more effective it will be. Try to involve all of your senses while visualizing!
The brain responds to vivid mental practice almost as if it’s physically happening—boosting learning, confidence, and consistency.
3. Accountability is key
To stay consistent with your mental training, build in some accountability. This could be with an accountability partner OR with a summer training journal. Journaling can be a powerful tool for reflection and goal-setting. Here’s a simple routine to follow:
- Before summer starts: Write out your goals and training intentions. Be clear about what success looks like.
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Daily check-ins:
- Morning: Set your intention for the day and get in the right headspace for training.
- Evening: Reflect on what went well, identify your “wins” (even on off days), and note areas for improvement.
- Weekly reflection: Take time over the weekend to review your progress, make adjustments, and set your focus for the coming week.
- End-of-summer review: Reflect on everything you accomplished and how you’ve grown. This reflection helps carry your hard work and confidence into the fall season.
If you’d like some structure to support this process, check out our two brand-new training journals (details below). Summer is more than just time off from school—it’s a chance to invest in yourself. Let’s make this summer one of your most productive seasons yet!
Train your mind, and your body will follow.
Summer Intensive Success Guide - for dancers
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Six Weeks of Summer Upgrades - for gymnasts
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BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO...
GYMNASTICS:
COLLEGE:
- Emma M. - Graduated from UCLA!
ELITE/HOPES:
- Brianna H. - Attended devo camp and was awarded "Most Improved Artistry"
- Sage S. - received her Optional qualifying score at devo camp
- Ashlee S. - committed to UCLA
LEVEL 10: (because Nationals is such a large event, we'll be simplifying things and only listing top 15 placements)
- Daelin D. - Nationals - 3rd bars, 9th floor, 12th vault, 6th AA
- Julia G. - Competed at Nationals
- Caroline H.- 15th beam
- Brianna H. - Nationals - 7th bars, 9th vault, 6th AA
- Tatum K.- Competed at Nationals
- Sophia M.- Nationals - 7th beam
- Cadyn N.- Competed at Nationals
- Zora Q.- Nationals - 5th beam
- Lacie S.- Nationals - 3rd bars, 3rd beam, 8th AA
- Kaity S.- Nationals - 4th bars, 11th beam, 11th vault
- Andrew S.- Nationals - 1st pommel, 10th floor, 10th P-Bars, 10th AA
- Sage S. - Competed at Nationals
BALLET:
- Sam B. - took place in a choreography project at her studio // Attended the YAGP ICE intensive in Amsterdam
- Sydney B. - Revive Dallas - 1st place teen solo
- Amalia D. - NYCDA Meadowlands - 9th place teen solo // Short term visit to OKCB // Short term visit to Blommaert Ballet School (U.K.)
- Anya D. - completed her Akademie A graduation exams at the John Cranko Schule
- Adeline D. - had her final showcase & has graduated from ECC
- Anjali D. - had her final showcase & has graduated from ECC
- Elsa L. - NYCDA Meadowlands - 16th place junior solo
- Bella M. - graduated from the ABT JKO School // Accepted her first professional contract with Nashville Ballet 2
- Macie M. - took place in a choreography project at her studio
- Julian M. - completed his Akademie B exams at the John Cranko Schule
- Avery S. - performed lead role (Gamzatti) in La Bayadere
- Angelina T. - had her final showcase & has graduated from ECC
Lastly, HUGE congratulations to all of the CMC dancers who have received scholarships throughout this season. There are way too many to list, but we've had dancers receive summer intensive AND year-round offers/scholarships to dream schools all around the world!
We love celebrating everyone’s accomplishments whether you’re a current or former CMC athlete! Please know that we only include those we have a signed media release for, so make sure you sign this form if you’d like to be included. If we’ve left anyone or anything off of the list, please feel free to email us and we will be sure to give them a shoutout in the upcoming newsletter!
CALLING ALL DANCERS — FREE MASTERCLASS!
How many of you would agree that it’s important to think positively??
And how many of you have felt disappointed (and maybe a little irritated) because telling yourself “I can do it!” didn’t actually make a difference?
Been there, done that!
In this masterclass, I share my take on perfectionism, 3 reasons why being positive is NOT helping your performance, and 3 ways to effectively improve your performance!
Quick Reminders
Scheduling:
Please remember that you are responsible for scheduling your child's coaching sessions. Sessions can be scheduled via the online portal. In the effort of making this coaching as beneficial as possible, please note that the sessions should be one-on-one between the athlete & Emily. We love parents! However, athletes speak more freely with an outside/3rd party which leads to more beneficial coaching.
Lastly, please try as best as you can not to schedule sessions when in the car. As convenient as it might sound to schedule the session on the way to rehearsal or practice, more often than not this causes video calls to cut in and out (or freezing) which results in a lot of wasted time. Again, we want this coaching to be as beneficial as possible, and malfunctioning video calls take time away from the session.
Online Portal:
The online portal is where you will be able to schedule sessions and download/share documents as needed. Please bookmark this link (you can also find in on the CMC website): https://championmindsetconsulting.clientsecure.me/
You can also download the free app (for iPhones AND for Androids) for even easier access to scheduling.
Cancellation Policy:
I don't experience late cancellations often (and for that I am very grateful to you all!), but every once in a while it does happen. Because this takes away a spot from other athletes who would've liked to get in, we will be enforcing the cancellation policy which states that any session cancelled less than 24 hours ahead of time is subject to a $25 fee. I completely understand that sometimes things happen that are beyond your control, so in these situations please reach out.
Waiting/Cancellation List:
If you are trying to schedule your athlete and the day/time you want is taken, please reach out to me and I will put you on a cancellation list for that particular day/time. If a cancellation occurs, I will contact you first to see if you'd still like that spot!
For dancers & gymnasts who are committed to achieving their goals, mastering mental skills such as cognitive reframing, relaxation exercises, emotion control, visualization, and empowering self-talk is not just beneficial - it’s CRITICAL.
Our online training programs teach the same mental skills that are taught during one-on-one sessions in a step-by-step format. They walk the athlete through the learning and practicing of the skills, how to implement the skills in practice, class, rehearsal, competition, etc., how to piece together a pre-performance routine for peak performance, and so much more!
These online training programs are available on their own for those who wish to work independently, as well as in bundles for those who prefer to add one-on-one coaching sessions! Athletes receive lifetime access to the program and can review skills whenever they need. These all-inclusive bundles are our most cost-effective & convenient options for gymnasts and dancers who wish to begin mental performance coaching. For more info, you can click on either of the logos above or the button below.
Champion Mindset Consulting is a proud sponsor of YAGP
If you need anything, please reach out to: Info@ChampionMindsetConsulting.com