Empowering Youth Through Movement & Mentorship
Using Athletics to Cope serves youth ages 12 to 18 who are navigating the challenges of adolescence, mental health struggles, trauma, or limited access to positive role models and support systems.
Our programs are especially designed for:
- Youth experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression
- Those facing poverty, instability, or trauma
- Teens in need of structured activities, mentorship, and life skills
- Young people with a passion for movement, sports, or team connection
- Juvenile justice–involved teens seeking positive alternatives and second chances
Whether referred by a school, parent, community partner, court or joining on their own, all participants are welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where they can grow emotionally, socially, and physically.
The UAC Resilience Workbook
Tools and prompts to help youth use movement as a path to mental strength.
What You’ll Gain from the UAC Resilience Workbook:
✔ Your Personal Mental Resilience Plan – Guided prompts to help youth and parents create a customized approach for using athletics to manage stress and boost emotional well-being.
✔ Everyday Performance Strategies – Simple routines and goal-setting exercises inspired by elite athletes to improve focus, discipline, and perseverance.
✔ Step-by-Step Coping Tools – Worksheets for practicing movement, breathing techniques, and mindset habits that build emotional stability.
✔ Mind-Body Connection Activities – Interactive exercises showing how physical fitness impacts mood, confidence, and mental clarity.
✔ Ongoing Support & Encouragement – Access to tips, resources, and a community that understands your journey.
Who Is This Workbook is For?
🏆 Athletes & Active Youth – Learn to apply sports skills to life’s challenges.
💪 Teens & Young Adults – Build confidence, handle stress, and develop lifelong coping habits.
🧠 Parents & Educators – Gain tools to guide youth in using sports as a mental health resource.
🩺 Youth Mentors & Mental Health Advocates – Support resilience and growth through movement.
