Building Resilient Leaders in Youth Soccer

Canada’s only soccer-specific Resilience Leadership program with measurable results.

We Build Life CHAMPIONS!

At EX6EED, we help young soccer players develop the mental and physical resilience needed to become confident leaders on the field and in life.

Resilience is more than bouncing back from set backs — it's a mindset for growth, and performance.

Ex6eed Training Pillars

Cognitive Energy

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Cold Exposure

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Power Breathing

Why Resilience Leadership Matters?

Resilience Leadership is the ability to bounce back, lead with confidence, and inspire your team to rise stronger through every challenge. In soccer, it's what allows players to bounce back from setbacks, injuries, and pressure while continuing to push toward their goals. Resilient players don’t just perform better—they lead better. By developing resilience, athletes build the mindset and skills needed to stay focused, grow through challenges, and become true leaders on and off the field.

Resilience Leadership Training for youth soccer players

Ex6eed Lighthouses

Dimitris Papanikolaou

Dimitris Papanikolaou is a Former Professional Basketball Player, Autism Awareness Motivator Speaker, and Founder of Unique All.

Kevin Smith

Kevin Smith is the Canadian 55+ half-marathon record owner and President of MARATHON DYNAMICS Inc.

Elma Ducic

Elma Dučić is a top-ranked Canadian CrossFit athlete and founder of Hawkestone Fitness, known for her resilience, strength, and empowering coaching style.

The Exceed System

The EX6EED System is a powerful framework that is the foundation of our Elite Resilience Training Programs, designed to build true Soccer Leaders.

At EX6EED, we believe that energy fuels resilience. A player’s or team’s energy level directly shapes their ability to stay strong under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and perform at their best. By mastering their energy, athletes unlock higher levels of resilience—and transform not only their game but their leadership on and off the field.

Testimonials

  • JOE LOMBARDI - Technical Director NDC

    “I truly believe in the work Stratos and his team are doing around mental focus and positive thinking. Even during the pandemic, our Zoom session with him helped shift the mindset of both players and coaches. His approach is impactful and timely.”

  • Elissa Rafa Oliveira (PARENT)

    “Coach Stratos made a huge difference in my son’s mindset. He’s always been talented but struggled with confidence and focus. Since working with Stratos, he’s gained mental strength and plays with a new level of belief. We’re truly grateful.”

  • VALERIO ROCA - SSE 90 INC Academy Director

    “Stratos and EX6EED worked with our U12–U14 teams last indoor season. He watched their games, tailored their training, and delivered powerful, engaging sessions. We’ll absolutely work together again—and I highly recommend him to any team.”

  • jerry & victoria de mello (PARENTS)

    “Since working with Coach Stratos, our son Alexander has shown major growth in focus and resilience. His mindset has improved on and off the field. EX6EED has taken his development to another level—and we recommend it to any parent.”

We offer elite resilience leadership training to soccer clubs and academies for their athletes, transforming soccer talent into true leaders. 

Ex6eed Partnership Program

Work With Stratos

Lead The Game

Stratos Kalpakidis is the founder of EX6EED a Certified Professional Coach (C.P.C), Energy Leadership Master Practitioner, and Oxygen Advantage Certified Advanced Breathing Instructor. With an MBA and 30 years of corporate leadership experience in Europe and Canada, he specializes in molding youth soccer players into resilient leaders through energy mastery, mental toughness, and disciplined training .