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5Cs Annual Practitioner Conference 2025

Our flagship two-day conference bringing together leading practitioners, researchers, and educators in sport psychology.

15 June 2025
Manchester, UK
2 days
Date

15 June 2025

Past Event

Location

Manchester, UK

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Duration

2 days

Price

£150 (Early Bird: £120)

Join hundreds of sport psychology practitioners for two days of intensive learning, networking, and professional development at our flagship annual conference.

Conference Theme: Integrating Science and Practice

This year's conference focuses on bridging the gap between research and applied practice, with special emphasis on translating the latest sport psychology research into practical interventions.

Keynote Speakers

Day 1 Keynote: Dr. Sarah Williams

"The Future of Sport Psychology: AI, Technology, and Human Connection"

Exploring how technological advances are transforming sport psychology practice while maintaining the essential human elements of our work.

Day 2 Keynote: Prof. David Chen

"Cultural Considerations in Applied Sport Psychology"

Examining how cultural context influences psychological development and how practitioners can adapt the 5Cs framework across diverse populations.

Conference Tracks

Track 1: Youth Development

  • Building confidence in young athletes
  • Parent-coach-practitioner collaboration
  • Long-term athlete development models
  • Managing performance pressure in youth sport

Track 2: Elite Performance

  • Pre-performance routines at the highest level
  • Psychological preparation for major competitions
  • Career transitions and identity
  • Team dynamics in professional sport

Track 3: Research & Innovation

  • Latest research on psychological characteristics
  • Technology in sport psychology assessment
  • Longitudinal studies on athlete development
  • Evidence-based intervention strategies

Track 4: Practice Development

  • Building a sustainable sport psychology practice
  • Marketing and business development
  • Ethical considerations in applied work
  • Supervision and continuing professional development

Workshop Sessions

Interactive 90-minute workshops with limited attendance:

  • Assessment tools for the 5Cs framework
  • Motivational interviewing in sport
  • Cognitive behavioral techniques for athletes
  • Mindfulness-based interventions
  • Performance profiling methods

Networking Events

Opening Reception (Day 1, 18:00-20:00)

Welcome drinks and networking with presenters and attendees.

Gala Dinner (Day 1, 20:00-23:00)

Three-course dinner with awards ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions to sport psychology practice.

Practitioner Meetups (Day 2, Lunch)

Themed small-group discussions on specific topics of interest.

Registration Tiers

Early Bird (Until April 30)

  • £120 - Standard
  • £90 - Students (with valid ID)
  • £180 - Includes CPD certification

Standard (May 1 - June 10)

  • £150 - Standard
  • £110 - Students
  • £210 - Includes CPD certification

CPD Certification

This conference offers up to 16 hours of CPD credit for:

  • HCPC registered psychologists
  • BPS members
  • BASES accredited practitioners
  • Other professional bodies (check with your organization)

What's Included

  • Access to all keynotes and sessions
  • Conference materials and delegate pack
  • Refreshments and lunch on both days
  • Opening reception
  • Certificate of attendance
  • 6 months access to conference recordings

Contact

Questions? Email: conference@the5cs.co.uk Phone: +44 (0) 161 123 4567

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Topics & Themes

5cs overviewprofessional developmentresearch methodsnetworkingkeynotesall levelspractitionersyouth development

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