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Applications are open for all 2026 Hintsa Performance Coaching Course cohorts.
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Join the leading performance coaching course
For 30+ years, we’ve worked with the world’s top performers – athletes, leaders, top talent. Our methods are designed to help the ambitious achieve sustainable high performance, in their arena. This course is arguably the most comprehensive performance coaching course in the field.
⌛ Last chance to join our January cohort. Apply by Sunday, December 14th, limited spaces left.
Master wellbeing – with a performance edge.
To effectively coach your clients toward their goals, you must first master the fundamental science of human physiology and psychology.
This 9-month course teaches you the Hintsa method – an integrated approach to wellbeing, health, and performance – along with the practical application of Hintsa performance coaching techniques.
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Grow as a coach – and as a person.
At the center of our methodology is The Core – your identity and deepest sense of purpose and motivation. Blending theory, practice, and self-reflection, we help you hone your coaching skills, look inward, and become your most effective self.
Knowing who you are as a coach improves not only your craft, but your life.
Connect with like-minded professionals.
While helping others succeed is rewarding, it can also be isolating. In our course, you’ll share your journey with 25 to 30 fellow professionals from diverse backgrounds – doctors, physiotherapists, nutritionists, elite athletes, executive coaches, and other performance specialists.
Because learning is better together.
Continue learning beyond the course.
The Hintsa journey extends far beyond initial training. Access our expanding library of Masterclasses and professional development sessions. Exchange insights with peers, join our book club, and stay at the forefront of performance coaching.
This course is your springboard to become the coach you envision yourself to be.
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My Hintsa journey
What’s the course really like? Hear it straight from Dr Mecky McNeil, a medical doctor, a qualified GP with years of clinical practice, and one of our Hintsa Certified coaches:
“I chose Hintsa because it’s deeply rooted in science and evidence-based medicine, with the most up-to-date research. The holistic, person-centered approach empowers clients to focus on what truly matters to them, driving lasting motivation and change.”
My Hintsa journey
How does the course elevate your coaching practice? For Mark Zirbser, an executive and triathlon coach with over 20 years of experience, it was about taking his expertise to the next level:
“I chose Hintsa for its evidence-based approach that links health and wellbeing to performance – whether in the workplace, in general life, or in sports. The programme delivered far beyond my expectations.”
My Hintsa journey
Looking for a course that transforms your coaching? For Mimi Venker, a physiotherapist specialising in performing artists and high-level corporate clients, it was about adopting a more holistic and sustainable model:
“I chose the Hintsa Coach Certification course to provide my clients with a well-rounded, supportive, and sustainable approach to health and wellbeing. The evidence-based course exceeded my expectations and gave me practical tools I could immediately integrate into my practice.”
My Hintsa journey
“The tagline ‘better life, better performance’ is exactly what the course delivers. Whether you’re in sports or business, as a leader or team member, it has something that will help you become better at life, which makes you a better performer, period.”
Meet Michael Rabasca, Director of Cognitive Performance at LA Galaxy and a professional with a background in occupational therapy and team sports.
My Hintsa journey
What makes the course unique? Meet Manisha Patel, an NHS neurorehabilitation expert and executive coach with 20+ years of experience, who discovered the power of our Hintsa Performance Coaching Course:
“The biggest element that exceeded my expectations was the sense of community – getting to know people from around the world who share the same values, learning their stories and what drives them. The peer support, group work, and connections truly make the Hintsa program unique.”
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“I took something valuable from every single meeting – the interactions, people’s stories, their successes and struggles. That’s what made it powerful.”
This is how Marcus Smith, a performance coach with 20 years of experience, describes his Hintsa Performance Coaching Course – a unique blend of evidence-based methods and rich peer learning.
150+
Performance Professionals who’ve completed the course
40+
Countries represented by our course participants
25-65
Age range among our course participants
The Hintsa experts guiding your course
Nora Yrjölä
A seasoned coach with over 20 years in strength and conditioning, Nora works with a diverse range of clients, from top executives to ambitious entrepreneurs. Her background as a coach, physical education instructor, and entrepreneur enriches her holistic approach to coaching.
Moriz Wikström
With nearly 20 years in health and fitness, Moriz has been part of the Hintsa team since 2012, supporting clients from Formula 1 drivers and business leaders to performing artists. His broad expertise enables him to tailor his coaching to varied and demanding professional landscapes.
Laura Rijks
Laura has long been fascinated by natural sciences, physiology and human movement. Her coaching career has taken her from training football players to supporting bankers, corporate leaders and business consultants. Laura specialises in exercise, nutrition and recovery.
Mika Salminen
Mika brings over 20 years of high-performance coaching expertise, working with Formula 1 drivers and sprinters in the Finnish Athletics Federation. His strengths lie in periodisation and optimising performance, with a deep commitment to helping individuals reach their full potential.
Matti Kontsas
Matti has been an integral part of Hintsa since 2013, bringing extensive experience to developing and delivering impactful coaching programs. His work ranges from guiding senior executives in global companies to empowering disadvantaged youth in developing regions through NGO initiatives.