Who is David "Dirk" Smith?Coach David "Dirk" Smith (M.Sc, B.Sc, CSCS) is a sport psychology expert, performance coach, teacher, writer, journalist, researcher and athlete. He brings passion, drive to learn, and over 15 years of experience to teach, inspire and guide athletes, coaches and everyday people to find and express themselves through exercise and sport. Currently based in Cologne, Germany; Dirk's outreach is truly international as he continuously seeks to challenge his own personal and professional life through education and experience.
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In brief...
My passion is based upon how exercise and sport impact mental, physical and social health. Through this passion I have accumulated 15 years of experience in the field as an athlete, coach, teacher, mentor and community leader all centered around the positive impact exercise and sport has on both the individual and the community. As a result, I am honored to continue working with and learning from my student's, client's and colleagues while having a positive impact on their lives. These relationships continue to shape my personal and professional knowledge, philosophy and guiding principles beyond my formal education.
My philosophy has been built around establishing a greater purpose in exercise and sport by empowering my students, clients and community to find goals and build motivation based around the fulfillment of their psychological needs. I believe that self expression and authenticity through exercise and sport builds confidence, enhances sense of self, wellbeing and performance.
My philosophy has been built around establishing a greater purpose in exercise and sport by empowering my students, clients and community to find goals and build motivation based around the fulfillment of their psychological needs. I believe that self expression and authenticity through exercise and sport builds confidence, enhances sense of self, wellbeing and performance.
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