About Tim

Tim Windhof is a lifelong sports enthusiast, youth soccer coach, and Technical Director of a Columbus Crew affiliated grassroots soccer club with approximately 1,000 players across rec and club. Growing up in Germany, he played in the German academy system in his native hometown of Cologne in Europe’s highest density of prominent pro club environment.

Tim is a certified Mental Performance Coach (CEC) and the Executive Director of Windhof Academy – a sports mindset and mental performance resource for athletes, coaches, and parents. He is an active member of the International Society of Sport Psychology as well as the International Positive Psychology Association.

Tim is currently enrolled in a Master of Sport and Body Psychology program with the prestigious University of East London (UK) and expects to complete his studies in Spring 2025.

Tim's Motivation

My philosophy as a sport mindset coach is "relaxed mind, remarkable performance." I am truly fascinated by the capacity of the human mind and what athletes can achieve if they know how to properly use their mind. At the same time, when not properly used or trained, your own mind can become your own worst enemy (think negative spirals, negative self-talk, etc.). Helping athletes overcome mental barriers and achieve their potential is deeply satisfying.

Working with athletes and their mindset, is truly rewarding for me as I have the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of athletes.

By helping them manage anxiety, build confidence, and develop resilience, I can make a significant contribution to their overall well-being and success.