"I would not be where I am today if I hadn’t reached out to Christen. Working with her has totally changed my career."
-Gretchen Walsh, Olympic Gold Medalist & World Record Holder.
REAL Confidence
Built for pressure and consistent when it matters most.
The Coach
Meet Coach Christen
Christen Shefchunas is the professional confidence coach athletes trust to perform under pressure. A former All-American swimmer at the University of Tennessee, she coached for 16 years—as an assistant at Michigan State and SMU, and Head Coach at the University of Miami. Over the years, she watched talented athletes get crushed by nerves, doubt, and inconsistent confidence. That’s why she stepped away from the pool deck to found Coach Christen—dedicated to building real, dependable mental strength. Today she works 1-on-1 with athletes worldwide, helping them master pressure and unlock their potential. She’s coached World Record Holders, Olympic Gold Medalists, and World Champions, but her proven approach works for any passionate swimmer 13+ who’s serious about their goals. She also speaks to teams, clubs, and organizations around the world.
Gretchen Walsh
Olympic Medalist
Alex Walsh
Olympic Medalist
Katharine Berkoff
Olympic Medalist
Natalie Hinds
Olympic Medalist
What You’ll Gain
The 4 Video Series to Help You Unlock Your Best Performance
(01)
How to Handle the Nerves
Do pre-race nerves ever spiral into fear or overthinking? Learn practical tools to quiet fear, doubt, and overthinking—so nerves become fuel instead of a barrier, letting you perform at your highest level.
(02)
How to Get Mentally Prepared for Competitions
Physical training gets all the attention, but mental prep is the game-changer. Build a pre-meet routine that lets you step up to the blocks knowing you’re fully prepared—physically and mentally—for your peak performance.
(03)
How to Build REAL Confidence at Practice
Grinding in practice but falling short when it counts? Discover how to create consistent, pressure-proof confidence that transfers from training to race day.
(04)
Pre-Competition Motivation
A powerful 10-minute video to watch before your competitions. It reinforces everything you’ve learned, quiets the noise, and gets you locked in—confident, focused, and ready to reach your fullest potential.
Who This Is For
Step Into Your Full Potential & Build Lasting Mental Strength
Nerves
Athletes held back by nerves and overthinking when it matters most
Pressure
Athletes struggling with consistent confidence or performing under pressure
Competition
Hard workers who crush practice but underperform in competitions
Mental Toughness
Athletes who want to strengthen their overall mental game
“I would not be where I am today if I hadn’t reached out to Christen . She totally changed my career.”
Bryan K
Track Athlete
Testimonials
“I would not be where I am today if I hadn’t reached out to Christen. She totally changed my career.”
Gretchen Walsh
Olympic Medalist
“Christen was the missing piece of the puzzle I needed to wake up and take control of my confidence”
Hali Flickinger
Olympic Medalist
“Working with Christen changed the trajectory of my career”
Alex Walsh
Olympic Medalist
“Christen gave me the tools to have the best mindset possible “
Katharine Berkoff
Olympic Medalist
“Confidence isn’t something you can fake. I now walk out behind the blocks with a newfound confidence in myself, which has led to major breakthroughs in my career. “
Jack Aikins
US National Team
“Because of Christen’s help, support and guidance, my dream of becoming an Olympian became a reality“
Katie Meili
Olympic Medalist
“Christen was an integral part in helping me embrace my nerves and move forward with my mental game”
Lilly King
Olympic Medalist
“The one thing that was holding me back became one of my greatest assets in my performance”
Natalie Hinds
Olympic Medalist
“Working with Christen has helped me find joy in the sport again”
Alex Shackell
Olympic Medalist
“No matter the amount of pressure on me, I have the confidence that I can perform at the highest level”
Phoebe Bacon
2x Olympian
“Working with Christen was the missing piece I needed to help me regain my confidence”
Mariah Denigan
Open Water Olympian
“I’m not sure where we would be if Christen had not come into our lives. It was exceptionally helpful for my daughters to have an outside person to talk to who really understood the pressures of sport. Christen’s experience as a former athlete and coach place her in a league of her own.”
Glynis Walsh
Mom of Alex and Gretchen
Pricing Plans
Your Confidence Coaching Options
Core
Confidence Pack
Confidence Pack
Perfect for self-guided mental training that delivers results.
Instant access to the foundational 4-video series:
How to Handle the Nerves
How to Get Mentally Prepared for Competitions
How to Build REAL Confidence at Practice
Pre-Competition Motivation
$499
Personalized Confidence Pack
Everything in Core Pack plus:
+ (2) 1-on-1 follow-up calls with Coach Christen
Personalized feedback
Create a custom mental plan
Guided support to help you reach your goals
$999
Elite 1-on-1 Experience
For athletes wanting a more individualized experience
(4) private 1-on-1 meetings with Christen
Unlimited text access between calls (including during meets)
Dedicated pre-competition call
Access to the 4 videos for review
Optional parent call
Contact Christen directly for details & availability
Custom Pricing
FAQ
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before starting your work with Coach Christen.
What’s the recommended age?
Christen works with athletes 13 and older—high school, college, post-grad, and beyond.
Do you have to be an elite-level athlete?
No. She works with every level, as long as you’re passionate and committed to reaching your goals.
How do I start 1-on-1 coaching?
Email christen@coachchristen.com to discuss your needs and schedule.
How often should I re-watch the videos?
As often as needed—many re-visit every few months to stay sharp and reinforce their mental game.
Are these only for swimmers?
Christen speaks from a swimmer’s perspective, but the principles apply to any sport—athletes from all sports benefit.
Do I need the videos before 1-on-1 work?
The 4 videos form the core foundation. For personalized coaching, you can jump straight to the 1-on-1 package.
Contact Coach Christen
Want more info on 1 on 1 coaching? Or want Coach Christen to deliver a powerful talk or workshop for your team, club or organization?
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