Poppet Centre | Tuning in to Dads

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Dads Tuning in to Kids™: Strengthening the Father-Child Connection

Fatherhood can be deeply rewarding, deeply stretching, and sometimes deeply under-supported.

Tuning in to Dads™ is a fathers-focused adaptation of the Tuning In approach, designed to help dads strengthen connection with their children through emotional awareness and emotion coaching. At The Poppet Centre, we offer this work in flexible formats that recognise the real pressures many fathers carry across work, family, identity, and everyday life.

This is not about becoming a different person. It is about becoming a more connected, emotionally present, and confident father.

Why This Program Matters

Children benefit when fathers are emotionally engaged, not just practically involved.

When dads learn to better understand emotions, respond with steadiness, and stay connected during difficult moments, children are more likely to feel secure, supported, and understood.

For many men, this work is also personal. It is not just about how we parent our children. It is often about how we were parented, what we learned about emotion, and what kind of father we want to be now.

What You’ll Learn

In this program, dads will learn how to:

build stronger emotional connection with their child or children
better understand children’s feelings and behaviour
respond with emotion coaching rather than only correction or shutdown
guide behaviour while maintaining warmth and boundaries
reflect on their own emotional patterns and fathering style
grow confidence in the everyday moments that shape family relationships

This is practical, grounded work in a supportive environment that respects the realities of fatherhood.

Why Fathers Often Value This Space

Many dads tell us they appreciate having a setting designed specifically for fathers.

It creates room for honest discussion, practical reflection, and learning without judgement.

It also gives men permission to talk about parenting in a way that is thoughtful, useful, and real.

Choose The Format That Fits Your Life

At The Poppet Centre, we know that many fathers want support but do not always have seven free Tuesday nights in a row. That is why we offer flexible delivery formats.

Standard Series
The traditional group format delivered across 6 or 7 weekly sessions. Best for dads who want time to reflect, practise, and grow alongside other fathers in a supportive group setting.

Marathon Format
Our leading format for busy dads. This includes one full-day workshop followed by two 90-minute one-to-one coaching sessions. The workshop covers the core Tuning In principles and father-focused reflection. The follow-up coaching sessions help you apply the learning directly to your own child, your own parenting challenges, and the kind of father you want to be.

Intensive: Weekend Immersion
A deeper retreat-style option for fathers wanting more focused time away from daily demands. This format allows dads to step back, reflect, learn, and reconnect with their values, their parenting, and their relationship with their children.

Private Dad Coaching Format
A tailored one-to-one option for fathers who prefer privacy, flexibility, or support around specific issues. Ideal for dads navigating separation, blended family life, emotional disconnection, behavioural challenges, or simply wanting personalised guidance.

Who This Program Is For

This program is for fathers who want to: