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Are you the parent or carer of a child aged 11 or 12 who plays team sport?
Does your tween...
Struggle with confidence and self-esteem when they play?
Find it hard to handle their emotions before and during games?
Find it hard to handle pressure, difficult situations or other challenges in sport?
Get really nervous on game day to the point it takes the fun out of playing?
- Find it hard to handle making mistakes?
- Struggle to stay motivated, and/or are losing interest in sport?
- Find it difficult to focus for the whole game?
- Want to improve and is working hard on their skills, but not seeing it transfer into games?
- Want to take their game to the next level, or have big goals and dreams?
- Think they need to do things 'perfectly', and/or are too hard on themselves?
- Find team try-outs overwhelming?
- Not enjoy sport as much as they used to?
- Overthink the game?
- Struggle to understand team plays?
Do you feel like you're doing and saying all the right things to support them, but you don't know what to do next?
I HEAR YOU...
I have been there on all fronts – as a professional and national representative junior and senior athlete; a coach of junior athletes for 20 years and the parent of two very active tweens who play sport!
Hi I'm El Sharp, and I'm a Mindset Coach of Junior Athletes
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I was a professional athlete for 13 years and a national representative in my sport of basketball. I have over 20 years’ experience coaching junior athletes, and an undergraduate degree majoring in psychology.
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I coach tweens and teens on simple, age-appropriate mindset skills and exercises across a range of team sports, at whatever level of sport they play - beginner, intermediate, state and national level.
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I developed the online version of my coaching - Sports Mindset Bootcamp - after years of face-to-face coaching junior athletes, to create a more accessible, self-paced way for more young athletes to have the opportunity to experience the power of mindset skills for themselves.
- I am PASSIONATE about helping young athletes learn skills that will transform their experience of playing sport... more enjoyment, improvement, achieving their goals and longevity in sport.
Imagine what your tween would feel like if they...
REALLY ENJOYED PLAYING SPORT?
Imagine if your tween felt the simple joy that kids should feel playing sport, on a consistent basis, no matter what level of sport they play?
BOOSTED THEIR SPORTS SKILLS?
What if your tween could make noticeable improvements to their game, by working on their mindset for 5 minutes a day?
HAD MORE MOTIVATION & CONFIDENCE?
What if your tween had a steady level of motivation and confidence playing sport?
Imagine if they could learn how to strengthen their mindset, in a simple, step-by-step program specifically designed for tweens who play team sport?
Introducing
The Sports Mindset Bootcamp for Tweens in Teams is a self-paced online course for 11 and 12-year-olds who play team sport, to learn how to strengthen their sports mindset so they can improve their game, enjoy sport more and reach their sports goals.
At the end of the Bootcamp, your tween will walk away with:
An understanding of the 4 KEY sports mindset skills for tween team athletes.
7 quick and simple Mindset Exercises to use in games and team training.
A 21-page Sports Mindset Playbook that shows step-by-step, strategies for HOW to strengthen their sports mindset.
A 36-page Mindset Training Diary to help them stay on track with their Training Plan.
A library of downloads and resources including Worksheets, Quick Guides, Guided Audios, Templates and other printables.
Everything they need to guide them on their 6-Week Mindset Training Plan and beyond including goal sheets, self check-in reviews and planning
I coached El for 8 years in the WNBL with the Canberra Capitals, during which time we won 4 Championships out of 5 appearances. El captained our team during her senior playing years.
El's tough mindset set her apart from most. She successfully struck the balance between fierce competitiveness and remarkably calm composure, and embodies all the qualities of a natural leader. Her teammates were at the centre of her leadership. She epitomised team values and made it her priority to understand and support every member of our squad, build team cohesion and ensure accountability. She was very perceptive on court and had a great read of the game; could handle adversity; and was known for being cool under pressure. She is widely regarded for her contribution to the Capitals and the integrity with which she carried herself on and off the court.
Here's what students will be learning:
An Introduction to Sports Mindset Skills
What are mindset skills in sport?
Why we need mindset skills playing sport.
Why tweens are VERY capable of using mindset skills.
What being in the "Play Free" zone means.
How mindset skills fit with their physical sport skills and how to use them in a game.
How to fastrack their sports mindset skills.
Part 1: The 4 KEY Sports Mindset Skills
An in-depth look at each of the 4 key sports mindset skills for tweens, and exploring their own current strengths around each skill:
1. Rock Solid Confidence
2. Emotional Balance
3. Focus
4. Handling Tough Stuff
Part 2A: The Sports Mindset Playbook
A step-by-step game plan for developing their mindset skills.
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The playbook contains their sports mindset goal, mindset exercises, a 6-week training plan and a weekly training schedule.
Part 2B: The Sports Mindset Exercises
5 KEY exercises to use on game day, or in preparation for games.
Each exercise is SIMPLE and QUICK, and takes between 5 seconds and 5 minutes to do.
2 BONUS exercises.
All the exercises are backed by scientific research.
Hear from elite and pro athletes about how they use these exercises as part of their game plan.
Part 3: The Bootcamp Wrap Up
A review and summary of everything covered in the Bootcamp.
Celebration of completing the Bootcamp!
A final checklist to get started on the 6-week Training Plan.
I played against El during my career in the WNBL, and have worked alongside her professionally for over 10 years as a junior coach.
El has been able to successfully draw on her experience as an elite athlete to transition seamlessly into coaching junior players. She is passionate about passing on her knowledge to young players, and takes a holistic approach to their development.
She leads with a deep understanding of young players—what drives them, how to bring out their best, and how to help them take ownership of their own development and goals both on and off the court. She understands the junior experience at every age and stage, and has the ability to see it from the player’s perspective at every level.
What you get when you join the course:
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41 Short Video Lessons
- Each lesson is between 2-5 minutes long. The average lesson is 3-4 minutes
- Self-paced, tween-friendly lessons, designed to keep tweens engaged!
- Total lesson time is approx. 2.5 hours
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Printables:
- Worksheets, Templates and Examples
- Exercise Quick Guides
- Next Steps Checklist
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5 Key Exercises and 2 Bonus Exercises
- Full details of how to do the Mindset Exercises including why they work, when to use them and how to practice them.
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Guided Audios
- 6 Slow Breaths Guided Audio
- Awesome Game Visualisation Guided Audio
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Sports Mindset Playbook
- 21-page A4 Printable Playbook that comes in both blue and white designs.
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Mindset Training Diary
- 36-page A4 Printable Training Diary that comes in both blue and white designs.
El has been on my coaching staff for over 10 years coaching high school athletes. El coaches by empowering players to fully engage in their learning journey; build their mindset and enjoy the process of development. She builds a learning-focused environment for players grounded in diligence and a strong work ethic, balanced with genuine care and empathy for her players. El is a progressive coach - continually evolving her coaching methods to meet the needs of today's junior athletes.
ENJOY SPORT
"Junior athletes face more challenges and external pressures playing sport today than ever before, and this is reflected across international youth sport participation data. Quite simply - the fun is going out of sport for kids at all levels of play.
Mindset skills can be a protective factor for kids' enjoyment and, ultimately, their longevity in sport, no matter what level of sport they play."
- El Sharp
BOOST SKILLS
" When I started using mindset skill techniques in my coaching practice with juniors over 12 years ago, I noticed significant improvements in the sports skills of athletes as young as 10.
When junior athletes work on their mindset, in addition to their sports skills, they start to see and feel improvements in their game."
- El Sharp
CONFIDENCE & MOTIVATION
"Confidence is the foundation skill of the 4 Key Sports Mindset Skills because it has so many benefits for athletes. It underpins the other 3 Key Skills for young athletes - emotional balance, focus, and handling tough stuff.
When a young athlete strengthens their confidence in sport, their motivation usually increases. This can also extend into other areas of their life."
- El Sharp
Join Sports Mindset Bootcamp now!
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ONE PAYMENT OF:
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Lifetime access to the Sports Mindset Bootcamp for Tweens in Teams content
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The complete Downloads Library
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Lifetime access to course updates
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The SMB Sports Mindset Playbook, and Sports Mindset Training Diary
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BONUS: 2 x Mindset Exercises
PAYMENT PLAN
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3 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF:
US$165 $115
Type in BLACK30 at check-out
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Lifetime access to the Sports Mindset Bootcamp for Tweens in Teams content
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The complete Downloads Library
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Lifetime access to course updates
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The SMB Sports Mindset Playbook, and Sports Mindset Training Diary
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BONUS: 2 x Mindset Exercises
14-Day Money Back Satisfaction Guarantee
If, for any reason, you're not totally satisfied with the Bootcamp, we offer a full 14-day money-back guarantee.
Here's what happens when you join:
You'll receive...
1. An excited email from me welcoming you and your tween to the course!
2. A Parent & Carer Welcome Video and FAQs.
3. A login code where you can log into the Bootcamp Dashboard.
Once logged in, your tween will get immediate access to all course materials so that they can get started right away!
Frequently asked questions
Here are a few answers to our most common questions
What skills do the students learn in the Bootcamp?
The four key Sports Mindset skills in the program are: Confidence, Emotional Balance, Focus and ‘Handling Tough Stuff’. Students learn the basics of what these skills mean for sport, and how to strengthen them through basic exercises and a 6-week training program.
When does the Bootcamp start and finish?
The Bootcamp is self-paced. Some tweens comfortably complete it in 4-6 weeks, but a lot will depend on your tween's age, their individual needs, and your time! Basically the program can be taken a a pace that suits your individual tween and your family.
How is the Bootcamp delivered?
Lessons are comprised of easy-to-follow video tutorials and worksheets.
What support is there throughout the program?
The Bootcamp is designed so that the students can work through the program independently, and easily follow the steps set out in each lesson.
There's a lot of information in the program, however if your tween has a question they can't find the answer to in the program material, please feel free to contact our support team hello@sportsmindsetbootcamp.com and we will be only too happy to help!
What level of sport does my child need to be playing, for Mindset Skills to benefit them?
It is designed for athletes of all levels and abilities, aged 11 and 12.
How much time does my tween need to commit to the Bootcamp?
All up, the Bootcamp is approximately 2.5 hours in total, comprised of 41 mini lessons. The video lessons are between 2-5 minutes long, and most are between 3-4 minutes. However there's a lot of new information, some of which will challenge them, and children process information at different rates.
I encourage the students to take their time to absorb the information and the learning, and to also have regular 'focus breaks'. Some days they may feel up to watching only 1 or 2 lessons, and other days they can cover more.
I also reinforce throughout the Bootcamp that mindset skills take work, just like working on other areas of their game!
Sometimes the students are keen to get through the first 4 skill modules and go straight to the Playbook and Exercises (the strategies)! However it's important they learn about the 4 key skills first, because it makes the exercises work much more effectively.
My tween is neurodiverse - is the Bootcamp for them?
I estimate that at least a quarter of players I coach are tweens or teens who are neurodiverse.
Providing support for young people who are neurodiverse isn't an area I am professionally qualified in, however I have had neurodivergent tweens complete the course and experience success using the strategies.
Whilst I can't advise whether the program would be suitable for your tween, you are more than welcome to trial the program. We have a 14-day money-back guarantee, and will happily refund you.
My tween has a mental health condition - is the Bootcamp for them?
If your child has a mental health condition, the program shouldn't replace medical or other advice received by your child's treating practitioners. I'm not a qualified psychologist, and the information in the program isn't psychological advice.
Whilst I can't advise whether the program would be suitable for your tween, you are more than welcome to trial the program. We have a 14- day money-back guarantee and will happily refund you.
How can I support my tween throughout the program?
The best support you can be to your tween as they work through the program is to keep encouraging them and being their biggest cheerleader! ♥️
You can choose to sit with your tween as they watch the lessons, but it's not essential. However, I do recommend you help them with the Worksheets, as some will challenge their thinking and beliefs, and require some problem-solving and insight from people who know them well :)
How long do we have access to the Bootcamp for?
Your tween won't be a tween forever (!) but they will need mindset skills for as long as they play sport. Once the students have finished the learning component, they will have lifelong access to the course, including all the updates to the course that we post along the way.
What if I'm keen but my tween isn't?!
This is a tough one - you can see what the Bootcamp is about and think it would help your tween, but your tween isn't interested?!
If you're finding yourself having to talk your tween into it, they're probably not ready for it, and that's ok! When they're ready, they will get more out of it and be prepared to do the work.
But at least by you mentioning it, you're planting the seed....and if and when when they are ready, we will still be here. 🔆
Is the content like sport psychology?
Content in the program draws on the scientific evidence base and principles of sport psychology, positive psychology and neuroscience, however the information provided is not clinical sports psychology advice.
What if my tween starts the bootcamp, but it's not for them?
If your tween starts the Bootcamp and decides it's not for then, we will happily refund you as part of our no-questions-asked, 14-day full money back guarantee.
What happens after my tween completes the Bootcamp?
The Sports Mindset Bootcamp is designed as a self-paced learning program.
After the students finish the program, they start putting into practice what they have learned, in a 6-week Training Plan.
Can I use my login for multiple family members?
Yes! When you purchase one course, you can use the same login for other tweens in your immediate family.
No other sharing of logins please.
My child is 10 years old, can they still do the Bootcamp?
Yes, the Bootcamp could be suitable for a 10-year-old, however it will depend on where your child is at in terms of being able to focus and follow a self-paced learning program, and how motivated and willing they are to participate. If you are still in doubt, feel free to contact our support team at hello@sportsmindsetbootcamp.com.
I also have a teenager. Is there a TEEN version of the Bootcamp?
Yes! Coming soon... stay tuned in 2026! 🔆📆
If you would like to get on the wait list for the Sports Mindset Bootcamp for TEENS in Teams, fill out your details in the box below.
Still have questions?
I'm happy to answer any questions you may have so you can determine if this course is right for you! Email me at hello@sportsmindsetbootcamp.com and I'll be happy to help.
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