About Ann Rivera
Why I Coach
For years, my life revolved around my own performance—how far I could push, how much I could win, how strong I could be. But over time, I realized that the most powerful thing I could do wasn’t compete for myself—it was lead others through their own transformation. When I turned outward—to coach, to teach, to help others rise—I discovered a deeper kind of fulfillment. I began helping people show up not just in their sport or career, but in their whole life. And that is where the magic happens.
The Work I’ve Lived
This isn’t theory. This is lived experience, earned wisdom, and high-performance alignment in action.
Played professional volleyball— and negotiated my own contracts.
I didn’t just compete at the highest level; I led myself through every moment of it.
20 years alcohol-free.
Mental mastery isn’t just a skill—it’s a lifestyle. I live what I teach.
Snapped my Achilles mid-game.
A career-ending injury that became the starting point of a new, more powerful identity.
Taught high school Spanish for 10 years.
With a Master’s in Education, I know how to break down complex frameworks so people actually get them—and apply them.
Built a family grounded in growth and love.
I’m a mom to two incredible humans and a partner in a next-level, aligned marriage. This is my foundation.
Walked 500 miles solo across Spain on the Camino de Santiago.
No distractions. No shortcuts. Just clarity, endurance, and the courage to meet myself.
Launched a service project in Peru—and wrote a book about it.
A post-volleyball journey turned purpose-driven mission, where helping one woman rise sparked a ripple effect—and became the heart of my first book.
My Coaching Philosophy
This isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about aligning deeper—with who you are, how you lead, and how you perform under pressure.
Radical Ownership
Everything changes the moment you take full responsibility for your mindset, your choices, and your energy. You are not at the mercy of your circumstances—you’re the one holding the pen. This is where real transformation begins.
The Power of Contrast
Growth doesn’t happen in comfort. It’s forged in tension, challenge, and adversity. Contrast isn’t the problem—it’s the path. And learning how to lean into it is what separates elite performers from everyone else.
Identity over strategy
High performance isn’t just about what you do—it’s about who you are when pressure hits. I help my clients build clarity, resilience, and elite execution by aligning their actions with their core identity, not just temporary tactics.
Flow State Activation
You weren’t made to grind endlessly. You were built for flow. I teach clients how to create the conditions for flow state—where focus sharpens, time expands, and execution becomes effortless. This is where high performance meets fulfillment.
Real Life. Real Coach.
I’ll be real with you: I don’t do perfect. I show up every day with honesty, intensity, and heart. I work hard. I learn constantly. And I lead from my own alignment. Whether I’m coaching a Division I team, speaking to a room of executives, or helping a high-performing individual reconnect with their purpose, I bring the same energy: truth, clarity, and transformation. Because high performance isn’t just about pushing harder. It’s about remembering who the hell you are—and rising into it, fully.
Let’s Build What’s Next
If you’re ready to move beyond surface-level growth—if you want to train your mind like a pro, activate your full capacity, and lead from alignment—let’s talk.
This isn’t just my business. This is my calling.
And I don’t do average.