Mike Clayton,
Senior Contributor

Mike Clayton is an accomplished coach, educator, and leader who has spent nearly three decades advancing the science and art of athletic performance. A graduate and former wrestler at the U.S. Naval Academy, Mike began his coaching career after active duty service, holding positions at the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Military Academy, and Stevens Institute of Technology.

For over a decade, Mike has served as the Coach Education Manager at USA Wrestling, guiding and influencing tens of thousands of coaches around the world. His leadership has been instrumental in elevating coaching standards, fostering mentorship, and integrating neuroscience-driven performance methods into training.

Mike holds a Master’s Degree in Management from Stevens Institute of Technology, completed the Navy Supply Corps School (Logistics) program, and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the U.S. Naval Academy. He is also a USA Wrestling Gold Certified Coach and an Educator for United World Wrestling, sharing his expertise globally.

As COO and Co-Founder of NEUROTrainingEducation.com and CEO of Session6Wrestling.com, Mike continues to pioneer innovative approaches to coaching and performance optimization—helping athletes and coaches reach new levels of success through knowledge, discipline, and purpose.