Raising a young athlete comes with a unique set of challenges - from long training hours and the pressure to perform, to managing emotions and maintaining a healthy balance between sport, school, and life.

In this Championing Wellbeing webinar and live Q&A, Sports Psychologist Dr. Callum Gowling will share practical strategies to help parents support their child’s growth, motivation, and mental wellbeing - while nurturing their athletic potential.

You’ll learn:

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⚡ How to encourage performance without adding pressure
🧠 Ways to build resilience and lasting self-confidence
💬 The psychology behind motivation and mindset in sport
⚖️ How to create balance between training, rest, and academic life

Whether your child is competing nationally or just starting their journey, this session will equip you with tools to help them flourish in sport and in life beyond it.

There’ll also be a live Q&A, giving you the chance to put your questions directly to Dr. Gowling and walk away with insights tailored to your child’s journey.

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As a parent of a young athlete, you play one of the most influential roles in their journey - but it isn’t always easy to know how much to push, when to step back, or how to help them manage the emotional highs and lows of competitive sport. This session, hosted by MVA for Athletes, is designed to give you the tools, perspective, and confidence to support your child not just as an athlete, but as a growing individual. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how to nurture their well-being, motivation, and love for their sport, while maintaining a healthy balance that benefits the whole family.