David grew up in Boise, Idaho, where he developed a passion for golf and competition from a young age.
About
David Elaimy
Meet David
For David Elaimy, coaching is not just a profession, it’s a passion. With 28 years of experience as a golf teacher and a proven performance model that has helped athletes, surgeons, and business executives reach their full potential, David is a game-changer in every sense of the word.
But David’s dedication extends far beyond the realm of sports and business. He is also a committed husband and father of two wonderful children, and he understands the importance of balancing work and personal life. In addition, David is a competitive golfer who knows firsthand the mental and physical challenges that come with the game. He brings that same level of dedication and passion to his coaching clients, helping them not only to improve their performance but also to learn valuable life lessons that will help them lead extraordinary lives with their loved ones.
History
David, the founder of the performance coach website, has a diverse and accomplished background that has shaped his unique coaching approach. Here’s a brief history of his journey:
He pursued his love for golf and played collegiate golf for Coach Bill Tindall at the University of Washington.
After college, David began teaching golf, initially focusing on fixing technical issues like slices and other mechanical flaws in players’ swings.
As an independent coach, David was not bound by PGA Professional guidelines, allowing him to design his own coaching curriculum. He drew inspiration from various sources, including Ernest Jones’ “Swinging into Golf” and Herigel’s “Zen in the Art of Archery.” Additionally, he integrated teachings from James Claar’s “Habit Stacking,” the Hoffman Institute, and other influential figures from both Eastern and Western traditions. His education was extraordinary in that he would teach from 80-100 students per day in the group lessons offered at the UW Golf Range. Every day was a cycle of learning, teaching, iterating and growing, greatly accelerating the development of a young coach
David’s coaching extended beyond golf as he encouraged his students to apply the mental skills they developed on the golf course to other areas of life, resulting in significant breakthroughs and successes.
With his coaching success, David started traveling across the country, leveraging golf as a tool for achieving success in business.
In 2007, David began providing mental coaching the Park City Freestyle team and guided along with guiding multiple skiers to new heights, helped Holt Haga to win the NorAm circuit and a victory in US Nationals, earning a spot on the prestigious US Ski Team.
David’s coaching expertise expanded to the medical field as he started working with Dr. David Hanscom, an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon. Through their coaching partnership, Dr. Hanscom’s complication rate decreased, and he rekindled his passion for surgery.
Inspired by his success in coaching surgeons, David co-founded “Awake at the Wound,” a surgeon coaching company providing coaching services to surgeons nationwide, with a particular focus on the Neurosurgical Fellows (complex spine and cerebrovascular) at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute.
David’s impact extended to the University of Washington Women’s Golf Team, where he provided mental coaching support to enhance their performance.
In 2016, his coaching played a pivotal role in the University of Washington Women’s Golf Team’s triumph as they secured the National Championship title.
David’s expertise caught the attention of the University of Washington athletic department, where he became a sports performance consultant for various teams and individual athletes across different sports.
When the pandemic disrupted traditional golf instruction, David shifted his focus towards his elite performer coaching program. He dedicated his time to assisting a diverse range of clients, including professional athletes (NFL, WNBA, Golf), business executives, artists, aspiring youth and collegiate athletes, and leaders.
David’s website now serves as a platform for his comprehensive performance coaching services, built on a foundation of knowledge and experiences spanning golf, sports, medical, and leadership domains.
Our Mission / Approach
At David Elaimy, we believe that success in any sport is not just about skills and luck. Our unique approach is based on a formula developed by our founder, David Elaimy, which takes into account both skills and interference. Our approach includes the following steps:
We start by identifying or creating a clear and compelling vision of what you want to achieve as an athlete. This vision serves as a target for your efforts and helps you stay motivated and focused.
We help you choose a realistic timeframe for achieving your vision. This involves setting specific goals and milestones that you can work towards, as well as identifying potential obstacles and challenges that may arise along the way.
We work with you to identify the specific skills and techniques you need to master in order to achieve your vision. We also help you develop a mental training plan that will enable you to stay focused and confident under pressure.
We recognize that interference, both external and internal, can negatively impact your performance and quality of life. We work with you to identify and reduce interference, whether it’s physical, emotional, or psychological.
Finally, we use David’s formula to measure your performance. Performance = Skills – Interference +/- luck. By focusing on both skills and interference, we can help you achieve your goals and perform at your best, even in challenging conditions.
Find Your Success
At David Elaimy, we are committed to helping you achieve your full potential as an athlete, both on and off the field. Our approach is based on years of experience working with athletes of all levels, from beginners to professionals. Whether you’re looking to improve your game, reduce interference, or simply enjoy your sport more, we’re here to help.
So if you’re ready to achieve breakthroughs and elevate your game, both professionally and personally, choose David Elaimy as your coach. With his skills, experience, and unwavering commitment to his clients, you can trust that you’re in the hands of a true expert who cares about your success and well-being.