In this talk, Dr Craig Harrison unpacks the hidden pressures shaping the youth sport experience and how they impact athletes and families differently. More importantly, he’ll show you how to respond in ways that build confidence, connection, and calm – so young people can show up as their best selves and rediscover the joy of playing.
You’ll walk away with a practical framework for:
– Understanding where pressure really comes from
– Supporting your child’s emotional and mental skills
– Creating environments that build courage, not fear
If you believe sport should help kids grow, not grind them down, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Who is this talk for?
– Parents of youth athletes
– Teen athletes wanting to understand and manage big emotions
– Families who want to bring more calm, confidence, and joy back to sport
Doors open 6:30pm for 7pm start
Bar open
About Dr Craig Harrison:
With over 20 years’ experience working with developing athletes, coaches, and families, Craig is one of New Zealand’s leading voices on helping young people thrive in sport. His work blends cutting-edge research in long-term athlete development and child psychology with real-world stories from schools, clubs and academies around the world.