Episode #415: Patrick Sebastien - From MMA to Elite Mental Game Coaching
Today's guest is Patrick Sebastien—a high-performance coach with one of the most unique backgrounds in the world of golf. For over 15 years, he coached elite-level fighters in Muay Thai and MMA, specializing in the mental and physical demands of combat sports.
His time living and training in Costa Rica, paired with a deep exploration of meditation and mindfulness, reshaped his understanding of peak performance and mental discipline.
He's partnered with top Canadian instructor Steve Foisy, coached elite players (including ones on the Korn Ferry Tour) and brought his martial arts mindset into the world of golf. In this episode, we cover:
- The right way to start meditating.
- What he learned working with the pros.
- Why stress isn't bad if you can control it.
- How the role of fitness leads to better golf.
- Why breath training can help you lean into peak performance.
- An easy way to get out of off course stress when it comes up on the golf course.
Make sure to follow Patrick on Instagram and check his website to learn more.