Children taking part in a supportive football session

Mindset Through Sport · Wheaton Aston

More than sport.
Skills for life.

Football, cricket and physical activity that build confidence, resilience, friendships and emotional wellbeing. Inclusive, encouraging activities — no previous sporting experience needed.

Programmes for children and young people aged 3–16.

Find your next step

Current ways to join MTS

Affordable, inclusive sport and wellbeing support, with space to grow at your child's own pace.

Confirmed October camps

Half-term sport & confidence

Monday 26 October 2026
Ages 6–9 · Book and pay online · 20 total places
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Ages 10–13 · Contact Jon to enquire · 16 total places
9:30am–3:00pm · £25 per child
Wheaton Aston Sports and Social Club

These are total capacities, not remaining spaces. Contact Jon for current availability.

Mini MTS · Ages 3–5

Play, move & grow together

Parent-and-child football and cricket games for movement, listening, turn-taking and confidence. Wheaton Aston Sports and Social Club · £5 per session.

Saturday 9:45am — fully booked.
For children already attending.

Saturday 10:45am — proposed second session.
Expressions of interest only, not a confirmed booking.

Enquire with Jon

1:1 & small-group support

Confidence and wellbeing support for children who benefit from a quieter setting or more individual encouragement. Football, cricket and practical mindset activities at a pace that suits them.

Supportive, non-clinical activities — not therapy or a replacement for mental-health treatment.

Discuss your child's needs, availability, location and price directly with Jon.

Ask About 1:1 & Small Groups

Led by Jon Jenkins

Children's sports coach with experience working within CAMHS

  • Enhanced DBS checked through the FA and ECB
  • Level 3 Safeguarding qualified
  • FA and ECB coaching qualifications

What families say

Encouragement that makes a difference

“Thanks to his patience and encouragement, my son's confidence has soared, and his overall development on and off the pitch has come on massively.”
Sam, mum of Carson (10)
“Jon is a calm, patient and understanding coach who has made such a positive difference to my daughter.”
Rob, dad of Nancy (9)
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“He isn't just coaching sports—he's building resilient young people.”
Chris, parent of Josh (11)
“I cannot recommend Jon highly enough. He has an exceptional understanding of children with additional needs and takes the time to truly listen, advise, and adapt his coaching to suit them. Thanks to his patience and encouragement, my son's confidence has soared, and his overall development on and off the pitch has come on massively. Jon is a brilliant mentor, and we are so grateful for his dedication.”
Sam, mum of Carson (10)
“Jon is a calm, patient and understanding coach who has made such a positive difference to my daughter. Even when she is easily distracted or struggles to manage her emotions, he supports her with kindness and encouragement, helping her build confidence both in sport and in herself.”
Rob, dad of Nancy (9)
“There are no words to explain how amazing Jon truly is. The way he develops and encourages every child he meets, it is truly an extraordinary gift.”
Rob, father of Elliott (9)

More than sport

Building the person as well as the player

Confidence

The courage to join in, try something new and notice progress.

Resilience

Practical ways to cope with mistakes, setbacks and difficult moments.

Connection

Friendships, teamwork, inclusion and feeling part of something.

Emotional Skills

Recognising feelings, calming down and learning how to reset.

Bowled out. Reset. Next ball.

Children notice disappointment, use a reset strategy and choose their next action.

Lose the ball. Recover. Help the team.

Children manage frustration, focus on what they can control and try again.

Girls football & proposed sessions

MTS Girls & MTS Football

MTS Football ages 8–11 remains proposed: dates, times, venue and price to be confirmed. Registering interest does not reserve a place.

Coming in 2027 · Proposed

Friday home-education groups

Sport, friendships and wellbeing activities for home-educated children and young people. Proposed groups for ages 6–11 and 12–16; times, venue and prices are not yet confirmed.

Expressions of interest by email only — not confirmed bookings.

Find the right fit for your child

Book the ages 6–9 October camp online, or ask Jon about a session and your child's needs.