Individual calibration for Performance under pressure
This work is for individuals whose ability to execute under pressure matters – not just to them, but to others.
That may be a professional athlete in the spotlight, an industry leader making complex decisions, a clinician working inside irreversible moments, or an operator whose clarity, execution and composure shape outcomes in real time.
What connects these roles is not the arena, but the reality: pressure is constant, expectations are high, and there is little margin for error.
How this work helps
Individual calibration focuses on building the internal conditions that allow you to stay clear, aware, and precise when pressure is real.
The work supports:
- maintaining execution quality as stakes rise
- regulating physiological state for clear judgement, situational awareness and coordination
- communicating clearly when conditions are fast, uncertain and imperfect
- sustaining performance across demanding periods, not just isolated moments
It’s practical, grounded, and immediately applicable to your performance arena.
The way I work
My approach brings together physiology, performance science, and lived experience inside high-pressure environments.
The tone of the work is calm, direct, and human.
We take the work seriously, but not ourselves.
There is space for curiosity, humour, and perspective alongside precision and accountability. Those qualities are not distractions from performance; they’re part of what allows humans to keep operating well when things get hard.
Structure and fit
Individual engagements are tailored to you and the context you operate in.
Rather than following a fixed program, the work adapts to:
- the type of pressure you face
- the duration and intensity of your environment
- the outcomes that genuinely matter
Before we begin, we have a conversation to ensure the work aligns with what you’re facing and where you’re headed.
This work tends to attract people who are serious about their craft and grounded in their humanity.
Intentionally designed for when consequence matters.
From My Clients
Very occasionally in life, a person turns up with the wisdom, insight, and willingness to change your trajectory. Rachel Vickery is that person. Her ability to build trust and connection is second only to her astute powers of observation, enabling her to expose moments of deep, life-altering clarity. Rachel was instrumental in me discovering (and now living) my true nature and purpose. If you’re fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work with Rachel, grab it with both hands – you can’t put a price on the outcomes she will guide you to.”
Rachel stopped me looking in the rear view mirror (letting my past dictate my future and focusing on what “used to be”); instead shifting my focus to the road ahead, with some practical strategies to create the life I wanted. She reminded me to take responsibility for issues around me and to think about what actions I could take to solve those problems and prevent them in the future. It’s not about who is to blame, it’s about what I can do better to improve the outcome.
I met Rachel at a bit of a crossroads in my career. I had lost direction and discipline, I had even thoughts of retirement and moving out of professional golf. I was referred to Rachel sometime before I actually committed to the first meeting. I thought I had things handled. Little did I know it would change my career and I would have to say a big part of who I am moving forward in all aspects of my life.
Career-wise when we started I was on the verge of walking away from PGA golf, giving up on my Dream, feeling just lost! We started a process, techniques and disciplines that would not only get me back in the game but lead to the best year of my career and wins on the PGA Tour. The control of mind ~ body I was starting to possess through Rachel’s teachings was a revelation. A neck injury I battled with for years started to go away, my anxiety started to ease, and I felt present in the moment which all athletes strive for.
By focusing on seamless, effective techniques Rachel would help me change the trajectory of my career. She brought discipline and clarity to life on and off the course, which stays with me to this day.
I could go on, but the most telling sign of her character is that she lives the life she preaches. For me, this kept me on track knowing that it’s not just words; it’s an actual lifestyle.
My achievements with Rachel
2016 NSW Open Champion
South Pacific Open Champion
Australian PGA Tour player of the year
I am an Australian Racing driver competing in Porsche Carrera Cup (Australia and Germany) and the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup series (Europe). I have been working with Rachel since the beginning of 2021 with the focus of optimising my performance through control of my arousal state. On track, I have seen a change for the better in my ability to perform under pressure and make smart decisions. This led me to winning the 2022 Carrera Cup Championship and being able to further my racing career in Europe this year (2023). I am forever grateful for Rachel sharing her expertise with me!