HOW & WHY WE HELP
“By giving people the confidence to move, they will find the confidence to shine and overcome life’s challenges.”
The Mintridge Foundation harnesses the unique platform of sporting role models. Our team of Ambassadors - Olympians, Paralympians and other professional sports stars from over 20 sports, both team and individual deliver holistic sports provision in schools, clubs and colleges across the UK for young people from all walks of life, of all abilities and physical capabilities.
In a world of superficial social media presence, increasing sedentary lifestyles, a mental health epidemic and the long-reaching impact of Covid - 19, young people need to see a greater variety of sporting role models. Young people need the Mintridge Foundation more than ever.
60% of girls aged 11-17 believe an inspirational role model is the best way to kick-start a sporting journey*
Under 18's referred for NHS mental health treatment rose by 39% to 1.16 million between 2021 - 2022.**
1 in 4 children are obese when leaving primary school due to increased sedentary behaviours.**
*Research commissioned by Continental Tyres, an official partner of the England Lionesses
**Research reviewed by the Times Health Correspondent, January 2022
IN WHAT WAYS CAN OUR SPORTS STARS HELP YOU?
Ambassadors can share their unique sporting journey through presentations and classroom sessions.
PRESENTATIONS
Ambassadors can deliver coaching sessions to kickstart a healthy sporting journey or to help nurture an existing pathway.
COACHING SESSIONS
The Ambassadorwill mentor students remotely for six months to offer continued support for their mental and physical fitness (delivered via safeguarded technology).
REMOTE MENTORING
Students, parents and carers will receive tickets to watch their Ambassador compete and get behind-the-scenes access at a live sports fixture to showcase the power and opportunities of sport.
MATCHDAY EXPERIENCES
Ambassadors can share their unique sporting journey through bespoke live webinars.
WEBINARS
Learning To Lead
Leadership Programme for students in partnership with The Foundation for Leadership through Sport for pupils aged 15+.
The purpose of the programme is to encourage students to understand leadership and how every one of them can play a leadership role in their life. This will include consideration of:
● The purpose of leadership
● Self awareness
● Empathy
● Good communication
LEADERSHIP
Working closely with the Female Athlete Pod, we can deliver sessions online or in person to support the understanding of female physiology.
FEMALE PHYSIOLOGY
IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Our programmes change lives, and we are always thrilled to learn just how far-reaching and positive the outcomes can be, demonstrating the incredible power of sport, from a mentee’s selection to represent Great Britain in their chosen field to enabling disabled children to find confidence and happiness through participation. Equally, we have helped rebuild families and given young girls the confidence to own their own stage!
“By bridging a gap and sprinkling the Mintridge magic, we are helping young people see what they can be, and that possibilities really are endless.”
Each child has a unique journey. Mintridge Ambassadors help young people live well and develop mental and physical fitness superpowers.
Sports stars have an incredible ability to ignite a fire within the young people they work with. Mintridge athletes, previously only seen on television, stand in front of students in person, give their time, expertise and advice. This makes the students feel special, they truly listen to the athletes in a different way to many other adults in their lives. Someone important is giving up their time for them, someone relatable.
WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS IN BOOKING A PROGRAMME?
I’M A SCHOOL TEACHER
I’M FROM A SPORTS CLUB
*There is no cost to Cricket, Hockey, Rugby Union & Football Clubs in 2023, thanks to the Max Hunter Fund.
I’M FROM AN FE COLLEGE
There is no cost to Agricultural Colleges in 2023, thanks to the Max Hunter Fund.
You may fall outside the three options areas above, but you would like to learn how to support/fund/enquire about a Mintridge Foundation Programme.
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