Breathing & Focus Program For Young Athletes
10-Week Breathing & Focus Program
This curriculum is designed to help young athletes (ages 6–16) develop breathing, mindfulness, and visualisation techniques to stay calm and focused in sport. It consists of weekly 1-hour sessions.
Each session introduces age-appropriate exercises in mindfulness, breathing, positive mindset, and even basic brain science.
Research shows that regular mindfulness practice can help youth athletes manage stress, improve focus, and boost performance. Experts emphasize that when mindfulness is taught in a well-structured program, it can be very beneficial for kids.
Table of Contents
“Every breath you take can bring you closer to calm, clarity, and confidence.”
— The Mental Switch Team
Week 1 – Breathe Like a Pro
Week 2 – Move With Your Breath
Week 3 – Find Your Focus
Week 4 – Visualise Like a Champion
Week 5 – Kindness Builds Confidence
Week 6 – Enter the Flow Zone
Week 7 – Inside the Athlete’s Brain
Week 8 – Sleep to Win
Week 9 – Game Day Reset Routine
Week 10 – Your Mental Switch Toolkit
