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Student-Athlete Wellbeing

At Oxford Brookes, we understand that supporting student-athletes’ mental wellbeing is key to balancing their academic and sporting commitments.

Student-athletes often face unique pressures, including managing their time effectively, coping with stress and dealing with feelings of isolation due to demanding schedules.

Our mental wellbeing support offers the tools and resources needed to navigate these challenges, promote a healthy lifestyle and enable athletes to perform at their best, both on and off the field.

We’re committed to providing flexible, accessible support that suits individual needs, whether in person or through trusted external partners.

Sport Support Team

Our dedicated Sport Support Team is the first point of contact for student-athletes seeking assistance or needing to report a concern. We encourage students to get in touch whenever support is needed.

The team provides 1-1 emotional and practical support for students in crisis or facing challenges that may affect their studies, sporting performance or overall wellbeing. Coaches and students concerned about a fellow club member are also encouraged to reach out.

Student Support Services

Student Support Services provide help with practical, academic and emotional matters. You can contact the team using the details below or explore more on their website. 

While support is available to all students, we recommend that student-athletes contact the Sport Support Team as their first point of contact.

Wellbeing Officers

Our TEAMBrookes Sports Clubs are student-led, with students volunteering to manage their teams and activities. Each club elects a Wellbeing Officer as part of its committee.

If you have questions about joining a club or need support, the Wellbeing Officer is a helpful first point of contact. As fellow students, they’re there to listen and guide you towards appropriate support if needed.

However, if you're struggling with your wellbeing or wish to raise a concern, please don’t hesitate to contact the Sport Support Team directly.

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Sporting Wellness

Through our partnership with Sporting Wellness, all representative TEAMBrookes student-athletes have access to free, external, and confidential mental health and emotional wellbeing support.

Support includes:

  • 24/7/365 helpline
  • Free counselling sessions
  • Self-help resources on topics such as relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns, cyberbullying, sleep and social media use
  • Workshops for Wellbeing Officers and teams

You don’t need to be experiencing a diagnosed mental health condition to access this support. Looking after your mental wellbeing is just as important as caring for your physical health.

Remember, you're never alone, there is always someone to talk to. 

To access support, visit the Sporting Wellness website, click on 'Get Support' and use the stakeholder code: SW001

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