At the Academy of Physical  Education and Mass Sports successfully completed the advanced training course on the topic "Sports psychology in coaching activities". The course was organized by the Academy of Coaching Excellence of the Academy of Physical Education and Mass Sports and aimed at developing the professional skills of trainers and specialists working with athletes of different levels.

Expert: Gulden Atylbekovna Satemirova is a sports psychologist, chairman of the Association of Sports Psychologists of Astana.

The course was held from 12 to 28 March 2025. It was attended by sports specialists from different regions of Kazakhstan: Astana, Atyrau, Petropavlovsk, Kyzylorda, Uralsk and Ust-Kamenogorsk.

Course objectives:.

• In-depth understanding of the basics of sports psychology;.
• Mastering the methods of psychological training athletes;.
• Strategies to increase motivation and develop endurance;.
• Application of modern approaches in coaching activities..

Course program:

• Theoretical foundations of sports psychology;.
• Practical methods of management of the psychological state of athletes;.
• Examples from real trainer practice and situation analysis;.
• Interactive classes and group discussions..

Course results: participants have not only acquired theoretical knowledge, but also valuable practical skills to support athletes. Special attention was given to stress management techniques, enhancing sportsmen’s confidence, developing leadership skills and forming effective communication strategies.

Upon completion of the course, participants were awarded certificates of advanced qualification.