Character First is an evidence-based character development program for young athletes. We build people, not just performances.
Solo, then team encouragement, then together. The time difference proves the power of motivational climate.
Calming the nervous system through controlled 4-4-4-4 breathing. Used by Navy SEALs and elite athletes worldwide.
Players discover their own perseverance moment and formulate their personal Flu Game sentence.
Why we do what we do and where we want to go.
Character First believes that sport is the perfect platform for developing life values. We offer coaches and clubs an evidence-based framework to train mental resilience, team spirit, self-awareness and leadership alongside technical skills.
We envision a future where character is trained as systematically as technique and tactics. Where coaches are not only judged on results but on the people they shape. Where Character First is the standard, not the exception.
Choose where you want to start. Every section is fully developed and ready to use immediately.
The Week & The Season
A 5-day intensive camp or an 8-month season program. Both fully developed with daily schedules, worksheets and scientific foundation.
View programs59 fully developed exercises
Filterable by age group (U14 / U16 / Senior), theme, duration and type. Every exercise with moderator guide and worksheet.
Go to libraryPrint-ready for players & coaches
16 A4 worksheets: 8 for players and 8 coach guides. With scientific literature and evidence-tier badges.
View worksheetsGrow as a coach & as a person
A yearly or monthly program specifically for coaches. Motivational climate, player relationships, personal growth and coaching identity — evidence-based.
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