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Dora Kurimay
A Pioneer in Sports Representation
Dora Kurimay is a globally recognized mental performance coach who empowers athletes, teams, professionals, and executives to perform at their highest level — physically, emotionally, and mentally. Her coaching blends elite athletic experience with scientific training, giving her clients the tools to manage pressure, build confidence, and thrive in competition and life.
Originally from Budapest, Hungary, Dora grew up in a sports-driven family and found her passion in table tennis. She traveled the world competing as a junior and eventually became a European Table Tennis Champion, representing her country on the international stage.
🏆 Professional Credentials &
Expertise
Dora has a unique combination of academic excellence and real-world performance experience:
- MA in Psychology – Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest)
- MA in Sport Psychology – John F. Kennedy University (California)
- Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) – Association for Applied Sport Psychology
- Certified Mental Toughness Specialist – Human Performance Institute
- Certified Team Performance Coach – Team Coaching International
- ITTF Para Table Tennis Level 1 Certified Coach
She combines sport psychology, mental conditioning, and performance strategy to help clients unlock focus, resilience, motivation, and confidence under pressure.
🎯 Coaching & Professional Impact
Dora works with a wide range of individuals and groups, including:
- Athletes seeking peak performance and mental edge
- Teams building cohesion and competitive mindset
- Professionals and executives mastering mental resilience
- Coaches and educators integrating mental skills into programs
Her customized coaching includes stress management, visualization, goal-setting, positive self-talk techniques, and pre-performance rituals grounded in sports psychology research.
đź“š Author & Thought Leader
Dora is also a published author and educator, sharing her expertise through books and workshops:
- My Stories of Mental Toughness On and Off the Table
- Get Your Game Face On Workbook
- Get Your Game Face On Like The Pros!
She has contributed to major sports psychology publications and continues to influence athletes and professionals internationally through speaking engagements and educational content.
🗣️ Speaker & Workshop Leader
Dora brings thought leadership to major audiences across the US, Europe, and Asia. Her workshops cover:
- Motivation & Goal Setting
- Mental Toughness & Confidence
- Stress & Pressure Management
- Winning Mindset & Pre-Performance Routines
She has spoken to athletes, coaches, students, and corporate teams alike, making complex strategies actionable and engaging.
🏓 Athletic Achievements
Dora isn’t just a coach — she’s an elite competitor. Her competitive highlights include:
- 2023 U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Champion (40+)
- 2022 U.S. Open Women’s Champion (30+)
- Former European Youth Team Gold Medalist and Junior Competitor
Her firsthand experience at top levels of sport gives her unique insight into the mental pressures of competition.
📚 Check Out Dora’s Books
🎙️ Listen to Dora on the Game, Set, Match Podcast
Dora is also the host of the Game, Set, Match podcast, where she dives deep into the mindset, habits, and mental skills that drive peak performance. Through thoughtful conversations and practical insights, the podcast explores how athletes, coaches, and high performers can build confidence, manage pressure, and perform consistently when it matters most.
The Game, Set, Match podcast serves as an extension of Dora’s coaching philosophy: empowering individuals with the mental tools needed to unlock their full potential and sustain high performance over time.
