What Every Confidence Workshop for Girls Should Include (And What to Avoid)

Create a Workshop That Truly Supports, Empowers, and Uplifts Every Girl

Confidence workshops for girls can be life-changing. They create space for self-discovery, connection, and the kind of growth that lasts far beyond the session. But not all confidence-building experiences are created equal—and the way we lead matters.

It’s easy to fall into the trap of focusing only on surface-level confidence (“smile more!” “speak louder!”) without addressing the deeper roots of self-worth, identity, and inner dialogue. The goal isn’t to teach girls how to performconfidence—it’s to help them know, trust, and embrace who they are from the inside out.

Here’s what every girls’ confidence workshop should include—and a few things to skip—so you can create a space that feels real, safe, and truly empowering.

💡 Key Takeaways

• True confidence is about self-trust, self-kindness, and self-expression

• Girls need workshops that feel safe, inclusive, and emotionally meaningful

• The best experiences go beyond surface-level tips and into heart-centered tools

• You don’t have to be perfect—just present, prepared, and passionate

DO: Create an Emotionally Safe Space

Girls will only open up if they feel safe and accepted. Start your session by co-creating group agreements together. Ask questions like:
What kind of group do we want this to be? How can we support each other?
Post the agreements somewhere visible and refer back to them throughout your session.

DON’T: Make Confidence Performative

Confidence isn’t always loud. It doesn’t look like a perfect smile or the boldest answer. Avoid rewarding only the “big” personalities and overlooking the quiet strength in others. Let girls define confidence in their own words, and celebrate all the ways it shows up.

DO: Include Reflection and Real Talk

Journaling, storytelling, and small group discussions help girls build self-awareness and process their experiences. Try prompts like:

• What’s one thing I’m proud of?

• When do I feel most like myself?

• What helps me feel brave?
  These simple tools help girls connect deeply with themselves—and each other.

DON’T: Focus Only on Appearance

Avoid activities that center on physical traits (“what do you like about how you look?”). While body image is important, girls benefit more from focusing on their strengths, values, and character. Build confidence from the inside—and watch it radiate outward.

DO: Teach Practical Tools for Self-Talk and Self-Trust

Confidence isn’t a feeling—it’s a skill. Teach girls how to reframe negative self-talk, speak kindly to themselves, and handle mistakes with self-compassion. Let them practice with real-life scenarios and supportive roleplay.

DON’T: Shame Girls for Their Doubt or Insecurity

Every girl has an inner critic. Let them know they’re not “doing it wrong” if they struggle with confidence. Normalize the ups and downs and give them tools to work through it. Confidence isn’t about perfection—it’s about progress.

DO: End With Empowerment and Celebration

Wrap up your workshop by affirming each girl’s voice and growth. Share kind words, invite reflection, or do a simple Shine Circle where each girl shares something she’re proud of. Leave them feeling seen, strong, and celebrated.

DON’T: Overwhelm Yourself With Planning

You don’t need to create it all from scratch. Use a trusted, heart-centered resource that supports you as the leader and gives you everything you need to run a meaningful, low-stress session.

Looking for a done-for-you confidence series that covers all the must-haves (and skips the fluff)? The Confidence Coaching Kit is a 4-week journey designed to help girls build inner confidence, speak kindly to themselves, and show up as their authentic selves. It includes journaling prompts, reflection tools, guided activities, and coaching tips to help you lead with heart, ease, and impact.

You don’t need to have all the answers—you just need to create a space where girls remember how powerful they already are. Let me know how your workshop goes—I’d love to cheer you on!

- Kate