Most teams lose the game long before the third period. Our workshops rebuild your mental core so your players can perform, lead, and rise—together.

This Isn’t Team Bonding. This Is Mental Rewiring.

We train teams to lead from within. Our workshops are built to shape a shared identity, sharpen communication, and raise the standard of play from the inside out.

Sharpen focus.

Command pressure.

Workshop Options

  • Mental Reset Session

    A 90-minute intensive to help teams shake off distractions, refocus their mindset, and re-ignite purpose. Ideal for slumps, adversity, or mid-season recalibration.

  • Identity Workshop: The Primal Persona Lab

    Players discover their mental style, name their alter ego, and define how they’ll show up every shift. It’s part psychology, part self-mastery, and all transformation.

  • Captain’s Leadership Lab

    Leadership isn’t given—it’s trained. This session builds emotional intelligence, decision-making under pressure, and influence without ego. Designed for captains and leadership groups.

Led by Scott Schwertly

With an M.S. in Sport Psychology and 20+ years of coaching experience, Scott has helped athletes, teams, and business leaders build the mental foundation for elite performance. He’s the author of 2 books, creator of the Hockey Combat System™ and founder of GritBase.

FAQs

How long is each workshop?

Each session runs between 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the format (virtual or in-person) and team size. Every workshop is designed to maximize attention, engagement, and impact—no fluff, no filler.

What’s the difference between the three workshops?

The Reset Session helps your entire team refocus and reset mentally—ideal during slumps or mid-season.

The Primal Persona Lab helps players build a powerful alter ego and define their on-ice identity.

•The Captain’s Leadership Lab is designed for captains and leadership groups to develop composure, influence, and decision-making under pressure.

Can we book more than one workshop?

Absolutely. Many teams start with one and add more based on their needs. You can combine all three for a layered approach to mindset, identity, and leadership.

Who should attend the Captain’s Leadership Lab?

This session is built for your captains, assistants, and natural leaders—any player who influences the locker room or sets the tone on the ice. Coaches are welcome to observe or participate.

Are these workshops only for elite teams?

Not at all. These workshops are designed for any team that wants to strengthen their mindset and culture—whether you’re a competitive travel team, junior club, or college program. Grit doesn’t care about your level. It cares about your standard.

Do you offer virtual workshops?

Yes. All workshops can be delivered virtually or in-person. Both formats are fully interactive and come with support materials so the message sticks long after the session ends.

Ready to Bring Grit to Your Locker Room?

Most teams talk about culture. Few actually build it. These workshops are for coaches who are done settling for mental mistakes, soft leadership, and inconsistency. If you’re ready to shape a team that leads from within, performs under pressure, and competes with purpose—this is your next move.