Martin Dixon

Martin Dixon is a Lecturer in the Department of Kinesiology at San Francisco State University, specializing in motor learning, sport coaching, and research methods. His work integrates extensive practical coaching experience with research on stress management and reflective practice in sports coaching. He holds an MSc in Coaching Science from the University of the West of England and a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science from Nottingham Trent University, and is currently pursuing a PhD at Staffordshire University investigating sport coaches’ stress experiences and reflective strategies.

Education:

• MSc Coaching Science, University of the West of England
• BSc Sport and Exercise Science, Nottingham Trent University

Research Focus:

Dr. Dixon’s research explores how coaches navigate stress and employ reflective practices to enhance performance. Key areas include cognitive appraisal models, collaborative reflection in coach education programs, and the psychological dynamics of elite youth and collegiate coaching environments. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing actionable insights for coaching pedagogy and mentorship.

Publications:

His recent work includes studies on collegiate coaches’ reflective processes (2023), collaborative reflection in coach education (2021), and stress appraisals in soccer academy coaches (2018). Themes consistently involve cognitive-behavioral dynamics, reflective methodologies, and performance optimization strategies.

Teaching:

He instructs courses such as Directed Coaching Experience (KIN 570), Motor Learning (KIN 486), Research Methods in Kinesiology (KIN 384), and Peak Performance (KIN 331), integrating practical coaching insights with academic rigor.

Labs & Teams:

His academic activities are centered within the Kinesiology Department’s research groups, contributing to initiatives related to sport psychology and coach development.