iman ghalibaf

Position: elite performance coach

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology,

    Minors in Health & Exercise Science and Coaching

  • Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)


Iman has developed a deep expertise in volleyball as well as elite volleyball-specific performance training. She has worked with athletes from a multitude of sports at all levels, from collegiate and professional to youth. Her passion for coaching stems from her commitment to helping individuals reach their full athletic potential across all dimensions of performance - focusing not only on athletes’ physical performance but also fostering mental resilience.

A Texas native, Iman was a multi-sport athlete in high school, excelling in volleyball, soccer, and tennis. She carried her passion for volleyball to Simpson College, where she served as captain and starting libero. In addition to being a student-athlete, Iman interned with the Sports Performance program for 3 years. She returned to Simpson as a graduate assistant Sports Performance Coach, where she worked directly with the football team while also coaching several other athletic teams on campus.

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