Register your club for mental health and wellbeing workshops
Football West and Healthway are inviting clubs across Western Australia to a series of mental health and wellbeing workshops.
The workshops are part of the Kick off the Conversation program and Think Mental Health Round. They will be delivered by mental health and wellbeing education organisation A Stitch in Time*.
These workshops are free to attend and will be delivered across a metro and regional locations, as well as online, making them accessible to club administrators, wellbeing officers, volunteers and coaches throughout WA.
The initiative includes dedicated sessions for Football West referees and staff, further supporting the wellbeing of those who contribute to the game at all levels.
*A Stitch in Time is a mental health and wellbeing education organisation that provides practical, early-intervention workshops focused on building awareness, reducing stigma and equipping people with the tools to support themselves and others.
Workshop details
Mentally Safe Sports Clubs
A practical workshop designed to help clubs foster inclusive and supportive environments. Participants learn how to recognise when someone may be struggling, confidently start supportive conversations, and connect people with appropriate help and support services.
Presenter: Daniel Stoitis is a performance coach, speaker and co-director of The Elevated Sales Co and The Elevated Sports Co. With a background in semi-professional and professional football as both a player and coach, Dan is passionate about helping leaders, teams and athletes reach their full potential.
FREE EVENT - REGISTER HERE
Date: Monday 29 June
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Online webinar – link provided upon registration
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The Car Ride Home
This workshop explores the importance of the conversations we have with young players after games and training.
Participants will gain an understanding of how language and behaviour can impact a child’s wellbeing, confidence and enjoyment of sport, while learning practical strategies to create positive and supportive environments.
Presenter: Brad Robbins is a NBL1 Women’s Coach, former assistant coach of Perth Lynx and former Perth Wildcats captain. As a father of a young athlete, Brad brings a unique blend of professional and lived experience, highlighting the impact language and conversations can have on young athletes both on and off the court.
Who should attend: Club administrators, volunteers, wellbeing officers, team managers and coaches.
This workshop is available at three locations.
FREE EVENT - REGISTER HERE
Date: Wednesday 22 July
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Swan United FC, Swan Italian Sporting Club, 9 Francis Street, Middle Swan
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Date: Monday, 27 July
Time: 7-8pm
Location: Whitford City FC, Warrandyte Park, Warrandyte Dr, Craigie
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Date: Wednesday, 29 July
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Rockingham City FC, Lark Hill Sportplex, Warnbro Sound Ave, Port Kennedy
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Foundations of Mental Wellbeing in Sport
This session focuses on resilience, positive mindsets and self-care, encouraging volunteers to reflect on their own mental wellbeing while learning practical strategies that can be applied in both sport and everyday life.
Presenter: Daniel Stoitis is a performance coach, speaker and co-director of The Elevated Sales Co. and The Elevated Sports Co. With a background in semi-professional and professional football as both a player and coach, Dan is passionate about helping leaders, teams and athletes reach their full potential.
This workshop is available at two locations.
FREE EVENT - REGISTER HERE
Date: Monday 20 July
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Bunbury (venue TBC)
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Date: Thursday, 23 July
Time: 6-7pm
Location: Fremantle City FC, Hilton Park, Walton Way, Beaconsfield