Xcel Everyday

Xcel Everyday was founded on a simple yet profound insight from philosopher Sydney Banks: "When the mind is free of clutter, performance becomes natural."

Our mission is to help athletes — and people from all walks of life — unlock this innate capacity for peak performance, clarity, and joy in their daily lives. 

Founded by Kiaka Gaughen, M.Ed., a professional counselor and Mental Performance Coach based in Waimea, Hawaii, Xcel Everyday was born from real-world experience. As a former professional athlete, Kiaka deeply understands the powerful connection between thought, state of mind, and performance.

As a Mental Performance Coach, Kiaka works with athletes across all levels — from youth and high school players to college competitors and professional athletes. He helps them achieve sustainable high performance by developing mental clarity, emotional resilience, and a deeper understanding of how their minds work.

His approach is grounded in the principles of Sydney Banks. Rather than forcing thoughts, overthinking, or grinding through pressure, athletes learn to access their natural state of clarity and confidence. This shift leads to more consistent focus, greater composure under pressure, quicker recovery from mistakes, and the ability to perform freely — even in the highest-stakes moments.

Whether an athlete is dealing with slumps, performance anxiety, fear of failure, burnout, or simply wants to reach their full potential, Kiaka helps them build a strong mental foundation for long-term, sustainable success — not just short-term results. Athletes leave sessions with renewed confidence, mental freedom, and the ability to show up at their best, regardless of external pressure or circumstances.