coaching
our vision
HeadStart exists to help young athletes "be greater", both on & off the field.
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We connect football & mindset training we create a lasting impact upon young Kiwis, creating skills for success through personalised care & guidance
We believe every young athlete in New Zealand should have the opportunity to learn the skills for success through sport, developing them as better athletes and as well-rounded people.
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So that our next generation of Kiwis can flourish both in their athletic performances and in their mental well-being.
our process
HeadStart's programs and sessions are built from:
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The evidence of well-validated psychology & neuroscience research studies.
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The practical experience of what it takes to perform at the professional & international level of competitive sport.
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So that you receive the most effective tools to build mental strength & well-being from our programs and sessions.
Our outcomes
The table below summarises the key outcomes of HeadStart's training programs:
We aim for the complete development of young athletes.
So that every young person can thrive, both on & off the field!
Our principles
These principles are our commitment to you.
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Our training environment and programs are built upon these principles.
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So that every young athlete has the opportunity to flourish and become their best!
our research
HeadStart's programs use high-quality research from the following fields of psychology:
Positive Psychology
The study of what makes people thrive and live with quality
Performance Psychology
The study of what makes people perform at their best
Developmental Psychology
The study of physical, cognitive & socio-emotional learning in people
All of our programs have been designed based upon the research from these fields and using Francis' University education in psychology