Background and experience
Since autumn 2023, Peter Eriksson has been employed in a full-time position as a University Lecturer at the Department of Sport and Social Sciences. Eriksson has taught at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (NIH) in part-time positions since 1992, where his main practical sport subjects have included racket sports and skating instruction.
In terms of his sporting background, Eriksson is a former ice hockey player and has won Norwegian championships with both Vålerenga and Furuset. He is also an avid tennis player and has won several national championships in his age category. Professionally, he has worked for many years as a head coach and general manager in tennis at the Norwegian club level. Eriksson is also qualified as a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (IPR), undertaking assignments in both sport and the business sector.
Eriksson completed his education at NIH and holds a Master’s degree in Sport Science. He has also pursued further education in areas such as cognitive sport psychology and coaching in elite sport.
Teaching
Eriksson is responsible for several courses in the bachelor’s programme Coaching and Sport Psychology. These include ball games, coaching practice, professional practice, and supervision during Ridderuka. During Ridderuka, students gain experience in guiding and supporting athletes with various disabilities.
He also teaches in the master’s programme Teacher Education in Practical and Aesthetic Subjects, where he contributes to professional topics related to the teaching role, as well as instruction in movement science and sport activities.
Research
Ongoing development project between Vålerenga Ice Hockey (senior team) and NIH: Intervention focusing on systematic development of mental skills and team culture.