The Sports Mentoring programme

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Summary

The conversation revolves around the sports mentoring programme at Whitgift School. The programme focuses on the holistic development of young sportspeople, addressing their identity, mindset, movement skills, and lifestyle. The mentors aim to support and guide students in their sporting journeys, helping them understand their strengths, manage challenges, and develop a positive attitude. The program is open to all students, but there is a smaller group of sports scholars who receive more one-on-one interaction. The workshops and modules are integrated into the school culture and aim to enhance students' physical capabilities, social connections, and overall performance. The mentors also emphasise the importance of nutrition, sleep, and other lifestyle factors in sports and academic success. The programme encourages students to explore different activities and interests, building their confidence and self-awareness. The conversation highlights the impact of the program on students' personal growth and leadership skills.

Takeaways

• The sports mentoring programme at Whitgift School focuses on the holistic development of young sportspeople.
• The programme addresses various aspects, including identity, mindset, movement skills, and lifestyle.
• The mentors aim to support and guide students in their sporting journeys, helping them understand their strengths and manage challenges.
• The program is open to all students, but sports scholars receive more one-on-one interaction.
• The workshops and modules are integrated into the school culture and aim to enhance students' physical capabilities, social connections, and overall performance.
• The programme emphasises the importance of nutrition, sleep, and other lifestyle factors in sports and academic success.
• Students are encouraged to explore different activities and interests, building their confidence and self-awareness.
• The sports mentoring programme has a positive impact on students' personal growth and leadership skills.

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