Performance under pressure - Australia
Core Cognition is coming back to Australia in November 2026. We’re delivering three courses this year: in Tasmania, Sydney and Brisbane.
What is this course?
This is a two day interactive workshop course designed to explore the effects of high pressure on individual and team performance.
During the two days we will discuss tools and techniques to own the pressure and achieve peak performance.
We will cover communication, decision making, cooperative teamwork, mental visualisation, drilling, debriefing, equipment management, rally points and cognitive aids. Following this course you will be better equipped to perform in high pressure, high stakes situations and deliver more effective training for those working under pressure.
Who is this course for?
Professionals involved in high pressure situations where optimal performance is essential. We aim for a mix of high performance professionals.
Previous courses have had health care professionals, police officers, firefighters, vets, pilots, search and rescue team members and military personnel
Training delivery
This is a two day face to face workshop based course. We have 20 small and full group discussions and exercises exploring individual and team performance in high pressure situations.
Download the course programme.
In advance of the course, delegates are provided with access to the Performance Under Pressure Online Course. Course attendees are also provided with a copy of Stephen’s book, Peak Performance Under Pressure .
The terminology used during our performance courses can be found here
Course venues
Course venues TBC.
Feedback from previous courses:
“Great insight into coping in high pressure situations from a ++credible expert in the field”
“Thoroughly enjoyed it.”
“Fantastic shared learning from such a diverse group of experts.”
“Brilliantly presented.”
“Absolutely fantastic experience.”
“The mix of practical sessions, videos and discussions has been brilliant.”
“I think the relaxed environment you created and your interaction with the group was pitched just right.”
“At no point did I feel under any pressure to come up with the “right” answers.”
“Stephen was calm and approachable”
“Brilliant experience. Thank you!”
“Very interactive rather than didactic. Really enjoyable.”
“Brilliant and eclectic mix of people, all with something to contribute. More please!”
“Fascinating mix of people.”
“Loved this exercise” (Communication under pressure)
“Very informative and fun.”
“This was a fantastic course which has really opened my eyes. Extremely passionate and experienced delivery. Thank you!”
“I found it exceptionally informative , accessible and enjoyable.”
Course fees
Two methods of registration are possible:
Solo registration for individual course delegates.
Consultant and colleague registration - Consultants registering can be accompanied by a nursing or paramedic colleague..
The course fee includes:
Two day face to face workshop
Access to the online performance course
A copy of the Peak Performance book
A set of performance infographics
Catering during the 2 day workshop
Organisations we have worked with include:
