Sepano Hassanzadeh, MA, CSCS
About
Professional Overview
With close to 14 years of experience, Sepano Hassanzadeh integrates mental performance coaching, physical conditioning, and martial arts expertise to elevate his clients’ well-being and performance. He specializes in combining mental performance strategies with physical training to support athletes, professionals, and fitness enthusiasts in achieving sustainable peak performance. Sepano has extensive experience working with athletes across various sports, focusing on resilience, self-confidence, and performance optimization. He has contributed to corporate wellness programs, guided fellow coaches, and developed specialized exercise content, all while leveraging his deep martial arts background.
Career Highlights
Performance coach at Future, where he coached clients, guided coaches, and conducted workshops on mental performance for the staff.
Contributed to Future’s exercise library, particularly in the combatives section, leveraging his martial arts expertise.
Performance coach at Intel (Exos), where he led wellness consults and fitness training to enhance employees’ physical and mental performance.
Conducted group training workshops, including MMA conditioning classes, Krav Maga self-defense sessions, and mental performance seminars for the general population.
Coached athletes in mental performance across sports like soccer, tennis, and combat disciplines, focusing on resilience and confidence building.
Speaker at the Atlantic Futsal Conference, presenting on mental performance strategies.
Delivered corporate wellness presentations on mental performance, emphasizing mindset optimization and stress management.
Authored the book A.R.T. Of The Fight: Mental Performance for Martial Artists, published on Amazon, which details his proprietary mental performance framework.
Specialties and Expertise
Mental performance
Martial arts and self-defense (Muay Thai, Brazilian jiu jitsu, Krav Maga, Hapkido, Escrima)
Strength training and technique mastery
Functional fitness
Credentials and Education
MA in Sport Psychology
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach
Sports Nutrition Specialist
Fitness Nutrition Coach
Approach to Coaching
Sepano employs an integrative approach to mental performance, fitness, and holistic well-being, blending principles from sport psychology, martial arts, and strength training. His methods focus on aligning mental strategies with physical conditioning to optimize overall performance, whether the goal is peak athletic performance, personal growth, or mental resilience. By leveraging evidence-based techniques, Sepano guides clients to unlock their potential, overcome mental barriers, and enhance their quality of life. His approach emphasizes practical application, helping clients cultivate a strong mindset, achieve physical wellness, and navigate challenges with confidence.
Personal Touch
Sepano’s coaching philosophy is deeply rooted in his diverse background in martial arts, psychology, and personal training. He is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on his clients’ lives by empowering them to align their actions with their core values and purpose. Sepano brings genuine empathy, relentless dedication, and a blend of traditional and modern techniques to every session. Whether he’s working with athletes, professionals, or martial artists, his goal is to inspire lasting change and guide clients on their journey to holistic self-mastery.