Yorkshire Philosophical Society

Event Information

Navigating natural turbulence to protect youth athlete health

Dr Jamie Salter PhD | SFHEA | ASCC | BASES | CSci  

Senior Lecturer in Sports Science & Injury, York St John University

Abstract: This session will explore some of the naturally occurring developmental changes that young athletes must navigate to avoid injury and maintain a love for their chosen sport. The session will draw upon research from elite performance environments but outline how parents and coaches at all levels may support young athletes to manage this developmental journey, to minimise risk but ultimately foster a love for long-term physical activity beyond adolescence.

Doors open 7pm for a 7.30pm event start:

We are holding this free Cafe Scientifique session on Wednesday 19 February 2025 from 7pm, talk starting at 7.30pm, in the “Den”, Mickelgate Social, 148-150 Mickelgate on the corner of Bar Lane, York.  Nearest car park at Nunnery lane and the venue is a short walk from York Station or Rougier Street buses.

Buy a drink at the ground floor bar, (beer, coffee, fruit juice, wine and spirits all available) and then come down the stairs to the basement “Den” where there are tables, chairs and sofas and a sound system and large screen.  Apologies that there is no lift.