• JORDAN RAO

1UP’s Mental Performance Coach

Playing Experience:

  • U20 Cavalry FC

  • St. Francis Xavier University

  • Team Alberta

  • Alberta Major League

  • Calgary Foothills Next Gen


Certification:

  • MSc. Sport & Exercise, Loughborough University

  • BSc. Biology, St. Francis Xavier University

  • Mental Health First Aid Certification (MHFA)

  • NCCP Ethical Decisions 

  • Certified Mental Performance Candidate (In Progress)

Why is mental performance important to us at 1UP?

At 1UP, we believe athletes perform at their best when their mental skills are trained with the same intention as their physical skills. Developing mental skills not only enhances performance on the field but also supports each athlete’s overall well-being and personal growth beyond the game.

What core pillars do we strive to achieve?

  • Achieve Peak Performance

  • Break Through Mental Roadblocks

  • Build Mental Strength and Resilience

  • Support Healthy Development and Well-being

Programs Offered

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New Mental Performance

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Peak Performance

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Well Rounded Player

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Programs Offered ✳︎ New Mental Performance ✳︎ Peak Performance ✳︎ Well Rounded Player *

Look at The Variety of Programs

Jordan works within the professional scope of mental performance consulting. When concerns fall outside of that scope, appropriate referrals to qualified health professionals are made to ensure athletes receive the right support

Long-Term Athletic Benefits 

Mental performance training supports more than just game-day performance. Athletes also develop skills that promote long-term wellbeing, healthy identity development, and sustainable engagement in sport and life.

Athletes learn to:

  • Balance ambition with enjoyment and recovery

  • Manage stress from sport, school, and expectations

  • Build confidence that transfers beyond sport

  • Maintain motivation through growth phases and setbacks

  • Develop healthy habits that support long-term performance