Martin Ali Simms
Re-Imagining Brain Development through Sport
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Key Outcomes:
- Participants gained practical strategies applicable in educational settings.
- Educators learned to apply regulation techniques in the classroom.
- Attendees acquired new insights into the connection between neuroscience and physical activity.
- Participants felt empowered with tools to understand and address dysregulation in both students and educators.
Martin Ali's Bio
Martin Simms is the founder of the DOPE Coach Academy and a leading expert in trauma-informed athletic coaching. A former AAU coach and award-winning mental health advocate, Martin blends the science of the brain with the power of sport to help athletes, parents, and coaches transform stress into strength. His work is grounded in the Neurosequential Model and Neurosomatic Intelligence, bringing practical, evidence-based tools to teams, schools, and communities nationwide. From creating elite programs for at-risk youth to launching million-dollar mental health fundraisers, Martin’s impact spans classrooms, courts, and conferences. His dynamic speaking style and real-world strategies leave audiences inspired and equipped to build regulated, resilient, high-performing environments through movement, mindfulness, and mentorship. Martin helps schools, districts, and organizations turn athletics into a force for healing, growth, and lasting change.
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Martin Ali Offers the Following Talks
From Trauma to Triumph: Sports & Exercise Solutions for Athletes & Non-Athletes Alike
Key Outcomes
Increased Understanding of Trauma’s Impact: Attendees will understand how trauma disrupts the brain and body, impairing focus, emotional regulation, and performance.
Reframing Movement as Regulating: They will learn how intentional movement—especially through sports and exercise—can rewire the brain, supporting resilience and healing.
Practical Application of Neuroscience: Participants will gain practical tools rooted in the Neurosequential Model and Neurosomatic Intelligence to use movement as a therapeutic and performance-enhancing intervention.
Whole-Person Performance Enhancement: They will leave with strategies that improve: Emotional control, Cognitive function, & Mental well-being for both athletes and non-athletes.
Tools for Coaches, Educators, and Leaders: The audience will walk away with a clear framework to apply in real-time—whether on the field, in the classroom, or within wellness programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Martin Ali
What should I know about working with you?
You’ll either be working with me directly, my wife, or my Executive Assistant, Emily. They are great with email, & I am better via text message.
Can you customize your presentation for our specific audience and event theme?
My presentations are always tailored to the audience to which I will be speaking to. Relevance & Relatability are key to the work that I do & must be reflected to be a successful presentation to me.
How do you engage audiences post-event?
Engaging with the audience after the presentation is one of my favorite things to do. I believe that it is mutually beneficial, as the audience gets to connect with me & I am able to get raw insight, feedback, & emotion from the attendees. I generally stay for 20-30 min connecting with the audience