Mindfulness & Soccer at iACT
- iACT
- May 14
- 1 min read
“When I hear the word “mindfulness,” I imagine a person's inner world and calmness through exercises.” - RUSA Coach
To address and support the emotional health and wellbeing of refugee and displaced communities — and to help individuals learn how to cope with stress, build resilience, and restore hope — iACT integrates mindfulness training and curricula into all of our programs.
For young refugee players, mindfulness creates a peaceful and safe space that allows them to be present and respond to situations objectively, not reflexively.
Studies show that athletes who practice mindfulness have greater emotional stability, better concentration, and less self-criticism.
Every iACT soccer coach is trained in mindfulness practice.
Every soccer Academy starts with breathing exercises grounded in a trauma-informed approach.
