{"id":5029,"date":"2018-10-15T18:47:21","date_gmt":"2018-10-15T18:47:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/?p=5029"},"modified":"2025-08-11T04:54:29","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T08:54:29","slug":"mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Training Programs For Young Athletes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes.jpg\" alt=\"Mental Training Programs For Young Athletes\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_Best_Program_for_My_Young_Athlete\"><\/span>What&#8217;s the Best Program for My Young Athlete?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#Whats_the_Best_Program_for_My_Young_Athlete\" >What&#8217;s the Best Program for My Young Athlete?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#Others_top_reasons_parents_contact_us_include_the_following_When_their_athletes\" >Others top reasons parents contact us include the following. When their athletes:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#Here_are_the_top_solutions_we_have_for_young_athletes_and_parents_to_deal_with_these_challenges%E2%80%A6\" >Here are the top solutions we have for young athletes and parents to deal with these challenges&#8230;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#1_The_Confident_Sports_Kid_CD_and_Workbook_Program\" >1. The Confident Sports Kid CD and Workbook Program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#2_The_Focused_Sports_Kid_CD_and_Workbook_Program\" >2. The Focused Sports Kid CD and Workbook Program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#3_The_Composed_Sports_Kid_CD_and_Workbook_Program\" >3. The Composed Sports Kid CD and Workbook Program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#4_The_Ultimate_Sports_Parent_CD_and_Wordbook_Program\" >4. The Ultimate Sports Parent CD and Wordbook Program<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#5_Sports_Parents_Top_Dilemma_Help_Young_Athletes_Kick_Perfectionism_and_Fear_of_Failure\" >5. Sports Parents\u2019 Top Dilemma: Help Young Athletes Kick Perfectionism and Fear of Failure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#6_10-Minute_Pregame_Prep_Audio_and_Workbook_Program\" >6. 10-Minute Pregame Prep Audio and Workbook Program<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#Related_Articles_on_Kids_Mental_Game\" >Related Articles on Kids&#8217; Mental Game:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-programs-for-young-athletes\/#Improve_Your_Mental_Game_From_Anywhere_In_The_World\" >Improve Your Mental Game From Anywhere In The World<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A sports mom asks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&#8220;I just wanted to know what the best program is for a 11 (almost 12) year old. I have a 12-year-old with <strong>confidence<\/strong> issues.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We often receive emails with these types of questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at the Ultimate Sports Parent and Kids\u2019 Sports Psychology, we offer a number of programs, all of which boost kids\u2019 <strong>confidence, focus,<\/strong> and overall <strong>mental toughness<\/strong> in sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The number one reason your athletes need help with their <strong>mental game<\/strong> is when they under perform in games&#8211;when they can&#8217;t perform freely or with <strong>confidence<\/strong> in competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Others_top_reasons_parents_contact_us_include_the_following_When_their_athletes\"><\/span>Others top reasons parents contact us include the following. When their athletes:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lose <strong>confidence<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get <strong>frustrated<\/strong> easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play too safe in games<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worry too much about what others think<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have <strong>fear of failure<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are <strong>perfectionists<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can&#8217;t <strong>focus<\/strong> well in games<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_the_top_solutions_we_have_for_young_athletes_and_parents_to_deal_with_these_challenges%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Here are the top solutions we have for young athletes and parents to deal with these challenges&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn more about what\u2019s right for your child:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Confident_Sports_Kid_CD_and_Workbook_Program\"><\/span>1. The Confident Sports Kid CD and Workbook Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This program addresses the top issues that undermine kids\u2019 confidence in sports. <strong>This program is for sports kids that:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have high expectations that hurt confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doubt themselves before or during performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are perfectionists who can grow confidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have negative self-talk or are highly self-critical<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/the-confident-sports-kid-cd-program\/\"><strong>Read more about The Confident Sports Kid Program here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_The_Focused_Sports_Kid_CD_and_Workbook_Program\"><\/span>2. The Focused Sports Kid CD and Workbook Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This program helps kids hone their focusing skills. <strong>This is a good choice for your young athlete if they:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get distracted easily in competition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worry about what others think, such as teammates, coaches and parents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worry about their stats or the score<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus too much on the size and strength of opponents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lose focus and can&#8217;t get it back<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/the-focused-sports-kid-cd-program\/\"><strong>Read more about The Focused Sports Kid Program here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_Composed_Sports_Kid_CD_and_Workbook_Program\"><\/span>3. The Composed Sports Kid CD and Workbook Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This program is designed to help sports kids who:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Struggle with frustration during competition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a lack of composure, especially in response to making mistakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Throw tantrums after making mistakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack emotional control and cry while playing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/the-composed-sports-kids-cd\/\"><strong>Read more about The Composed Sports Kid Program here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Ultimate_Sports_Parent_CD_and_Wordbook_Program\"><\/span>4. The Ultimate Sports Parent CD and Wordbook Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This programs helps you, as parents, become the best sports moms and dads you can be. <strong>This program:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identifies top mental game challenges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shows you how to cultivate confidence, focus and composure in kids<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps you identify your top youth sports challenges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/ultimate-sports-parent-workbook-cd-program\/\"><strong>Read more about The Ultimate Sports Parent Audio &amp; Workbook Program here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Sports_Parents_Top_Dilemma_Help_Young_Athletes_Kick_Perfectionism_and_Fear_of_Failure\"><\/span>5. Sports Parents\u2019 Top Dilemma: Help Young Athletes Kick Perfectionism and Fear of Failure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This program helps young athletes who are perfectionists. <strong>Are your kids:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Held back by fear, indecision or hesitation because they\u2019re afraid of failing?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are they too hard on themselves?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do they lambast themselves for making mistakes?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/helping-young-athletes-kick-perfectionism\/\"><strong>Read more about Sports Parents\u2019 Top Dilemma: Help Young Athletes Kick Perfectionism and Fear of Failure here.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_10-Minute_Pregame_Prep_Audio_and_Workbook_Program\"><\/span>6. 10-Minute Pregame Prep Audio and Workbook Program<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This program helps young athletes mentally prepare for competition by listening to 10-min audio programs. <strong>This program helps kids:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get ready mentally for competition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand the most important mental skills to perform well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn about sports psychology in a simple, easy to consume format.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peaksports.com\/young-athletes-pregame-mental-prep\/\"><strong>Read more about 10-Minute Pregame Prep.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"related-articles-on-hockey-mental-game\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles_on_Kids_Mental_Game\"><\/span>Related Articles on Kids&#8217; Mental Game:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/how-to-explain-mental-training-to-teens\/\"><strong>How to Explain Mental Training to Teens<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/helping-sport-kids-embrace-mental-training\/\"><strong>Helping Young Athletes Embrace Mental Training<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/mental-training-for-young-athletes\/\"><strong>Mental Training for Young Athletes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-f49818fa-7c7a-4ee3-b5ee-66581aad2c71\">*Subscribe to\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/sports-psychology-podcast-by-peaksports-com\/id152566009\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Sports Psychology Podcast<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>on iTunes<br>*Subscribe to <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0ynyaalKxbnNmsoeL8gF5X?si=8224669de9b3435b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Sports Psychology Podcast<\/strong><\/a> on Spotify<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_Your_Mental_Game_From_Anywhere_In_The_World\"><\/span><strong>Improve Your Mental Game From Anywhere In The World<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youthsportspsychology.com\/youth_sports_psychology_blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/mental-training-for-young-athletes.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6868\" style=\"width:138px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re certain that, as a parent,&nbsp;you want to help your child develop confidence and discipline in sports and life.&nbsp;And as a sports parent, you\u2019d love for your children to reach their potential in sports.&nbsp;But encouraging your child to <strong>strive for greatness without pressuring them<\/strong> can be a challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get expert mental coaching with us from anywhere. Meet with us via Zoom, Skype, FaceTime or phone call. With today\u2019s video technology, we are able to connect with athletes and coaches all over the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Call Us Today to Schedule Your Free 15-Minute Session.<\/strong><br><strong>Find Out How Your Athlete Can Benefit From One-on-One Mental Coaching!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What&#8217;s the Best Program for My Young Athlete? A sports mom asks: &#8220;I just wanted to know what the best program is for a 11 (almost 12) year old. I have a 12-year-old with confidence issues.&#8221; We often receive emails with these types of questions. 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