ABOUT ME
Michal Šimeček
From the age of 18, I worked as a tennis coach in Prague, Czech Republic, where I also did my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the University of New York in Prague. For my Master’s Degree, I moved to Jyväskylä, Finland, to join a specialized program in the Psychology of Physical Activity, Health, and Well-Being.
During my studies, I was offered the opportunity to work at the Barcelona Tennis Academy (BTA) in Spain as both a tennis coach and sport psychologist. Over three months, I led daily group mental training sessions, provided one-on-one support for athletes, conducted pressure-training drills, and coached on court.
After completing my Master’s studies, I joined Finland’s largest tennis academy, HVS-Tennis, as a high-performance tennis coach, while also establishing my own sport psychology practice. In the summer of 2025, I returned to the Czech Republic to fully dedicate myself to developing my company.
Alongside this, I collaborate with the Association of Sport Psychologists in the Czech Republic on projects aimed at expanding access to sport psychology for athletes, and I am part of a team introducing sport psychology practices into the exercise routines of the general public.
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology
- Master's Degree in Psychology of Physical Activity, Health and Well-Being
- Member of the Association of Sport Psychologists in the Czech Republic
- Accredited Sport Psychologist of Mind Sports Club
Endorsements
“I’ve had the opportunity to observe Michal’s work with the HVS Academy Girls program firsthand, and I can say without hesitation that he brings a rare combination of insight, professionalism, and passion to athlete development.
During his time working with our athletes, Michal demonstrated a deep understanding of both the mental and physical demands of high-performance sport. His background in psychology has clearly shaped his ability to connect with athletes on a meaningful level.
What sets Michal apart is his ability to translate psychological knowledge into practical strategies that elevate performance on and off the court.”
- Head of HVS Academy, HVS Tennis
"Tennis is a mental sport and training your mind is one of the most important aspects of the game. During my sessions, I’m able to put into words my thoughts and feelings from being on court.
Michal and I discuss strategies and tools that strengthen my mental toughness and are helpful for dealing with emotions on court. Since I started working with Michal, I have seen improvements in my focus, my confidence, my self-talk, my body language, and the habitual strength of my rituals."
Stella Richardson
– Junior athlete at Tipsarevic Tennis Academy
– Junior athlete at Tipsarevic Tennis Academy
"Michal was doing sport psychology training with my guidance in Barcelona. His involvement should have been learning and support but quickly all the technical staff saw that we had to take advantage of Michal's energy and ability. He was offered to join full time (this has never happened before).
He took over the coordination of a training team with juniors and ended up doing double the hours that had been assigned to him with enthusiasm and a lot of dedication. In 10 years as a trainee professor at the university, the best experience I've had without a doubt."
He took over the coordination of a training team with juniors and ended up doing double the hours that had been assigned to him with enthusiasm and a lot of dedication. In 10 years as a trainee professor at the university, the best experience I've had without a doubt."
Oriol Mercadé Canals
– Sport Psychologist and Professor of Sport Psychology
– Sport Psychologist and Professor of Sport Psychology
"Michal worked for me at Barcelona Tennis Academy for about 3 months in 2022. He is very passionate about the game of tennis, a good player himself, who was a huge asset to the academy during the summer time, running mental training sessions for our players. His dedication to help each player on and off the court was remarkable. He would be a great addition to any tennis programs looking for a committed sport psychologist."
Raphael Maurer
– Owner of Barcelona Tennis Academy
– Owner of Barcelona Tennis Academy
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simecek.coaching@gmail.com
Prague, Czechia