A 6-week Biblical empowerment and trauma healing workshop for boys and girls ages 10 to 18. Ninety minutes a week of Scripture, trauma-informed mentorship circles and court-tested courage — with a worksheet, a check-in log and a challenge every single week.
Faith-based mentorship, not clinical therapy. No young person is ever required to share a traumatic experience — read our care and safety commitments.
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
— 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV)
Fear Isn't Real is a 6-week Biblical empowerment and trauma healing workshop for boys and girls ages 10 to 18, run under the mentorship umbrella of Two01 Basketball Academy, Inc. Each 90-minute session pairs Scripture with trauma-informed group mentorship and a physical application activity on the court. Every week ends with a worksheet, a student check-in log and one weekly challenge — and Week 6 ends with an official workshop completion certificate.
| Length | 6 weeks · one 90-minute session per week |
|---|---|
| Ages | Co-ed · ages 10–18 |
| Foundation | 2 Timothy 1:7 — power, love and a sound mind |
| Approach | Biblical, trauma-informed and athletically applied |
| Each week | Worksheet, student check-in log and weekly challenge |
| Groups | Co-ed teaching with small-group breakout circles |
| Families | Parent and guardian letter plus at-home discussion guide |
| Finish | Official workshop completion certificate |
“Fear will take more from a young person than any defender ever will. Six weeks will not erase everything a child has lived through — but it can teach them that fear has no authority over their life, and give them the tools to prove it every day after.”
— Two01 Basketball Academy Mentorship Team
Young people are carrying personal hardship, societal pressure, past experiences and performance anxiety all at once. Fear becomes the barrier that keeps a child from stepping into their full, God-given potential. This workshop exists to dismantle it in a safe, structured, Christ-centered room.
Scripture gives the truth, the circle makes it safe, the court makes it physical, and the worksheet makes it permanent. Remove any one of the four and the week does not hold.
Every session is rooted in Scripture. Students are taught that a spirit of fear is an illusion and an attack — and that power, love and a sound mind are their true spiritual inheritance.
Small-group breakouts led by mentors who understand the physiological and emotional impact of trauma. Nothing is pried out of a child; every worksheet says plainly that they share only what they choose to.
The court gives fear somewhere to go. Defensive stance becomes the shield of faith, free throws under pressure become the reset protocol, and stepping to the line becomes the practice of acting while afraid.
Six worksheets, six student check-in logs and a weekly challenge. Mentors record notes and prayer requests each week, and families work the same pages at home.
The order is deliberate. A child cannot replace a lie they have never named, and cannot act on courage they have no truth to stand on. By Week 6 they are the one encouraging somebody else.
| Phase | Focus | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Expose · Weeks 1–2 | Name the fear, then trace it back to the wound that opened the door. |
| Phase 2 | Replace · Weeks 3–4 | Swap trauma-induced lies for Scripture and build a sound-mind routine. |
| Phase 3 | Act · Week 5 | Move toward the avoided fear with a written courage action plan. |
| Phase 4 | Lead · Week 6 | Celebrate the healing, write the manifesto and step into mentoring peers. |
Warm-up and community check-in — reviewing last week's check-in log and accountability.
Keynote teaching and scriptural breakdown, taught to the full co-ed group.
Small-group breakout circles — separated or guided co-ed, for deeper discussion.
Interactive athletic or practical application activity.
Worksheet completion, prayer and the weekly challenge assignment.
The curriculum moves students systematically from identifying fear’s roots to walking in complete spiritual freedom and leadership.
| Week | Theme | Biblical foundation | Core objective |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 01 | Exposing the Illusion of Fear | 2 Timothy 1:7 · Genesis 3:8–10 | Understand that fear is not from God; distinguish natural fear responses from debilitating spiritual fear. |
| Week 02 | Unpacking Trauma & Root Causes | Psalm 34:17–18 · Psalm 147:3 | Identify past painful events that opened the door to fear; embrace God as the healer of broken hearts. |
| Week 03 | The Armor of God & Truth | Ephesians 6:10–18 · John 8:32 | Replace negative thought patterns and trauma-induced lies with the truth of God's Word. |
| Week 04 | Renewing the Sound Mind | Romans 12:2 · Philippians 4:6–8 | Develop emotional control, anxiety-soothing techniques and spiritual discipline over intrusive thoughts. |
| Week 05 | Stepping Onto the Court (Action Over Fear) | Joshua 1:9 · 1 Samuel 17 — David and Goliath | Confront lingering fears through courage, action and physical resilience exercises. |
| Week 06 | Walking in Boldness & Victory | Proverbs 28:1 · Romans 8:37 | Celebrate healing, construct a personalized anti-fear action plan, and step into mentorship and leadership. |
Select a week to see its anchor verse, objective, worksheet prompts, student check-in log and the challenge assigned before the next session.
Objective — Understand that fear is not from God; distinguish natural fear responses from debilitating spiritual fear.
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
— 2 Timothy 1:7
Fear often makes false statements look like reality. List three specific fear thoughts that regularly attempt to paralyze you — fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of danger.
According to 2 Timothy 1:7, does spirit-paralyzing fear come from God? Where do you think your primary fear stems from?
God has given you power, love and a sound mind. Which of these three do you need the most today, and why?
| How would you rate your fear level this week? (1–10) | 1–3 low · 4–6 moderate · 7–10 high |
|---|---|
| What was your biggest victory over fear this week? | Written by the student |
| Mentor notes and prayer requests | Recorded by the mentor |
Biblical foundation — 2 Timothy 1:7 · Genesis 3:8–10
Name the loudest fear thought out loud every time it shows up this week, then answer it with 2 Timothy 1:7.
Objective — Identify past painful events that opened the door to fear; embrace God as the healer of broken hearts.
“The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.”
— Psalm 34:18
Trauma happens when an event overwhelms our ability to cope, leaving a lasting mark. Without sharing anything you aren't comfortable with, when was the first time you remember feeling overwhelming fear?
Psalm 34:18 promises that God is near to the brokenhearted. How does knowing God was present — even in your hardest moment — change how you view that situation?
What is one emotional burden or memory you are ready to ask God to help you heal from?
| Did you feel supported during group discussions? | Yes · Somewhat · Need 1-on-1 time |
|---|---|
| What triggers your fear the most during the school day or at home? | Written by the student |
| Mentor notes and progress | Recorded by the mentor |
Biblical foundation — Psalm 34:17–18 · Psalm 147:3
Bring one burden to God in prayer by name each night this week, and note anything that starts to shift.
Objective — Replace negative thought patterns and trauma-induced lies with the truth of God's Word.
“And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
— John 8:32
Fill in the comparison table, replacing each negative thought with the Biblical truth that answers it.
In basketball, defense protects the basket. In spiritual warfare, faith shields your heart. What specific declaration of faith will you speak when fear attacks this week?
| Scripture memory challenge — can you recite John 8:32? | Mastered · Still practicing |
|---|---|
| How did you use God's truth when you felt afraid this week? | Written by the student |
| Mentor signature | Signed by the mentor |
Biblical foundation — Ephesians 6:10–18 · John 8:32
Speak your declaration of faith out loud before every practice, game and test this week.
Objective — Develop emotional control, anxiety-soothing techniques and spiritual discipline over intrusive thoughts.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
— Philippians 4:6
When the physical symptoms of fear or panic arise — racing heart, sweaty palms, rapid thoughts — write the physical, spiritual and mental steps you will take.
What negative inputs — music, social media, other media, toxic friendships — do you need to cut out to protect your peace of mind?
| Mindset rating this week | Anxious · Neutral · Peaceful and strong |
|---|---|
| Did you practice the Sound Mind Reset Protocol when stressed? Describe it. | Written by the student |
| Mentor feedback | Recorded by the mentor |
Biblical foundation — Romans 12:2 · Philippians 4:6–8
Run the reset protocol at the first physical sign of anxiety every day, and cut one negative input for the full week.
Objective — Confront lingering fears through courage, action and physical resilience exercises.
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
— Joshua 1:9
David didn't run away from Goliath; he ran toward him because he trusted God. What is one specific situation or fear you have been avoiding that you will face head-on this week?
Courage is not the absence of fear; it is taking action despite feeling afraid. Write down two concrete steps you will take to conquer your goal this week.
| Did you take action on your “Goliath” this week? | Yes, completely · Took small steps · Still working on it |
|---|---|
| Describe how you felt after stepping through the fear. | Written by the student |
| Mentor notes | Recorded by the mentor |
Biblical foundation — Joshua 1:9 · 1 Samuel 17 — David and Goliath
Take step one of the courage action plan within 48 hours of the session — before fear has time to talk you out of it.
Objective — Celebrate healing, construct a personalized anti-fear action plan, and step into mentorship and leadership.
“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.”
— Romans 8:37
Look back at Week 1. How has your perception of fear changed? How have you grown spiritually, emotionally and mentally?
Write a statement of freedom you will declare whenever fear tries to return in the future.
| Overall workshop rating | Life-changing · Great growth · Good foundation |
|---|---|
| How will you help and encourage peers who are still struggling with fear? | Written by the student |
| Lead mentor approval for certificate | Signed and dated by the lead mentor |
Biblical foundation — Proverbs 28:1 · Romans 8:37
Read the manifesto out loud to one person who has seen you afraid — and keep a copy where you will see it daily.
Week 3 replaces the lie with the verse that answers it. Week 4 turns panic into a protocol a 10-year-old can run without help.
| The lie fear tells me | The truth God’s Word says |
|---|---|
| Example — “I am weak and helpless.” | “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13) |
| “Something bad is about to happen to me.” | — |
| “If they really knew me, they would leave.” | — |
| “I will fail, so there is no point trying.” | — |
Pause and take four deep breaths: inhale four seconds, hold four seconds, exhale four seconds.
Cast the anxiety on God in prayer, out loud if possible.
Think on things that are pure, noble and worthy of praise (Philippians 4:8).
“I am a child of God. Fear has no authority over my life. Because Christ is in me, I walk in power, love and a sound mind. I am more than a conqueror!”
Students write their own version in Week 6 and keep it. The one above is the model they start from.
Every family receives the welcome letter, the program guidelines and the same worksheets their child works from. Six weeks in a room can start the healing — what happens at home decides whether it holds.
Sit down with your child after each session and talk through what they wrote.
Help them memorize the weekly anchor verse — Week 3 includes a memory challenge.
Validate what they feel while gently reminding them of the truth of God's Word.
The fear-level rating and weekly victory make progress visible from week to week.
At the Week 6 graduation check-in, the lead mentor signs off and Two01 Basketball Academy, Inc. issues an official workshop completion certificate from the Mentorship & Youth Development Division. It recognizes courage, spiritual growth, commitment to truth, and the resilience to walk in power, love and a sound mind.
Certificates are presented at the final session, signed by the Executive Director and the Lead Mentorship Facilitator.
A parent or guardian should complete this application, ideally alongside the young person. It takes about five minutes. We review every application and reply within three business days with start dates and the mentor assignment.
No. The workshop is open to any young person ages 10 to 18. Basketball supplies the analogies and the application activity, but no playing experience is required.
Yes. Teaching is delivered to the full co-ed group, and the 20-minute breakout circles may be separated by gender or guided co-ed depending on the group and the week's topic.
Every session is rooted in Scripture and built on 2 Timothy 1:7. Families of any background are welcome, and we ask that you enroll knowing the content is explicitly Christ-centered.
Tell us on the application. Mentors are trauma-informed and nothing is forced, and if a young person needs clinical support we will say so and help you find it.
Six completed worksheets and check-in logs, the Sound Mind Reset Protocol, a written anti-fear life manifesto and an official workshop completion certificate.
Yes. We license the 6-week curriculum and train facilitators. Email the enterprise address below and we will send the facilitator guide.
We license the 6-week curriculum to churches, schools, AAU programs and community organizations, and we train facilitators to deliver it. Pastors, counselors and athletic directors are welcome to review the full guide first.
Start dates, group placement and family questions before you apply.
Hosting, licensing and facilitator training for the 6-week curriculum.
Parent letter, all six weeks, every worksheet, check-in log and the certificate.