David Paskevich

Dr. Dave Paskevich has supported some of Canada’s most successful national teams—Freestyle Skiing, Speed Skating (Long Track), Water Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, and Taekwondo—helping athletes prepare mentally to perform under pressure and deliver when it matters most. Over the course of eight Olympic Games, from Salt Lake 2002 to Paris 2024, his consulting has supported athletes to 15 Olympic medals across multiple sports. In total, his work has played a role in over 400 World Cup podiums, 30 World Championship titles, and multiple Pan Am and Junior World Championship medals, reflecting sustained excellence at every level of international sport.

Beyond national teams, Dave also works with professional athletes in the NHL, CFL, and NLL, and high performers across sports such as squash, golf, football, rodeo, lacrosse, volleyball, gymnastics, and hockey. He brings a performance-centered, coach-athlete-driven approach to building mental resilience, consistency, and confidence. Widely respected in the high-performance community, Dave is known for his long-term impact on elite performance environments, trusted relationships, and systems that drive consistent performance under pressure. His consulting is grounded in the principles of clarity, commitment, and competitive readiness.

In addition to his applied work, Dave is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary, holding a Ph.D. in Kinesiology (Sport Psychology) from the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on the psychological preparation of athletes and coaches—how they manage stress, regulate emotions, and apply mental skills to optimize performance. He is widely recognized for bridging science and practice, delivering evidence-based strategies directly into the daily training environment.

Whether you’re chasing the podium, building consistency, or striving to reach your next level, Dave helps athletes and coaches train with purpose, focus with intensity, and compete with impact—on demand, and under pressure.