Become the calm, confident, connected dad your family needs
Most dads aren’t failing.
They’re just overwhelmed - and trying to figure it out on their own.
If you’ve ever thought:
- “I’m stretched too thin”
- “I don’t want to yell like this anymore”
- “I want a better relationship with my kids”
You’re not alone.
Dad Central has supported thousands of fathers across Canada and we’ve turned what works into a simple, practical system.
Introducing: The Connected Dad Course
A step-by-step roadmap that helps dads create real, lasting change at home.
Endorsed by Fatherhood Expert, Clinical Child Psychologist and dad of three, Dr. Greg Fabiano:
“Exceptional quality...clear, concise, and easy to engage with for fathers and families...this was a terrific product!”
The Real Cost of Doing Fatherhood Alone
Dads told us:
- “I feel like I’m losing my relationship with my kids.”
- “I’m tired of running on fumes.”
- “I don’t want to yell anymore.”
Without the right tools, this turns into:
- more stress
- more conflict
- more distance
- more guilt
But it doesn't have to stay that way.
Imagine this instead:
You stay calm, even when kids push your buttons
Your kids open up to you more (because they feel heard)
You move from reacting → responding → leading
You and your partner or co-parent work more as a team
You feel confident in how you show up as a dad
This course helps dads shift from control and frustration → connection and coaching
How do I know this works?
Drew Soleyn's blended family, 2025
Because I’ve lived it.
I’ve been the overwhelmed dad.
The stressed, reactive dad.
The dad trying his best, but still feeling like it wasn’t enough.
I’ve gone through separation, family court, high-conflict co-parenting, and the weight of trying to hold everything together while dealing with my own past and pressure.
I’ve also rebuilt.
I’ve learned how to stay calm under pressure.
I’ve built stronger relationships with my kids.
I’ve created a family environment rooted in connection, not control.
And over the past 7+ years, I’ve worked with thousands of dads across Canada through Dad Central - hearing the same struggles, again and again.
The Connected Dad Course is the system I wish I had.
It’s built from lived experience, strengthened through coaching and leadership work, and validated by professionals in the field.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, you’re not alone.
And you’re not stuck.
I can help you move forward.
Drew
Drew Soleyn, Director, Dad Central Ontario
Founder & Coach, Connected Dads
Creator and Co-Host, Dad Central: A Parenting Podcast to Reduce Stress & Build Confidence in Fatherhood
Built with real dads. Strengthened by professionals
The Connected Dad Course was designed from:
- 20+ years of Dad Central research and programming
- direct feedback from dads across Canada
- real-world coaching and leadership experience
It was also reviewed by a clinical child psychologist, who described the model as:
“..really outstanding… clear, concise, and easy to engage with… a terrific product.”
And refined with input from professionals working directly with dads.
Most parenting courses give advice.
This gives you a system.
“This course integrates emotional awareness, connection, and practical parenting tools into one clear roadmap.”
You won’t just learn what to do.
You’ll have:
- clear tools
- simple exercises
- practical steps you can apply immediately
A simple 5-stage roadmap for real dads
Each stage combines simple teaching, reflection, and one or two practical steps to use at home that week.
Stage 1: Know Your Value as a Dad
Understand why your role matters - and who you want to be as a dad
Outcome: You show up with purpose, not self-doubt.
Stage 2: Manage Your Stress & Stay Calm
Learn how to manage stress, triggers, and emotional reactions
Outcome: Fewer blow-ups. More control.
Stage 3: Build Strong Connection
Use simple listening and empathy tools that actually work.
Outcome: Your kids (and partner) feel heard and want to talk to you.
Stage 4: Parent as a Team
Align with your partner or co-parent
Outcome: Less conflict. More teamwork.
Stage 5: Lead Your Family Intentionally
Create a clear plan for your family
Outcome: You stop reacting and start leading.
Designed for real dads - not ideal situations
Professional reviewers highlighted that this course:
- Uses tools dads can actually apply
- Breaks things into manageable steps
- Balances emotional growth with real-world action
- Helps dads create measurable change in their families
“This opened my eyes to the dad I want to be. More patient, more intentional, and someone who models growth for my kids every day.”
- Jeremy, dad of one from Ontario
What Happens When Dads Apply This?
From a professional perspective, you can expect:
More emotional regulation and self-awareness
Improved co-parenting and communication
More consistent quality time with kids
Less power struggles at home
Stronger trust and emotional security for children
“This supports building resilient kids and stronger family relationships.”
This Course is Ideal For:
✓ Dads who feel overwhelmed or stretched thin
✓ Dads who want to stop yelling and stay calm
✓ Separated or co-parenting dads
✓ Dads without strong role models
✓ Growth-oriented dads who want to lead their family better
This Course Is Not:
- therapy
- a lecture
- or a one-size-fits-all solution
But it is:
- practical
- flexible
- grounded in real life
“Thank you for creating something that actually helps dads like me. I didn’t grow up with the best example, but now I finally feel like I have a guide to become the dad I always wanted to have.”
— Karl, dad of one
100% Risk Free Guarantee
We're so confident in The Connected Dad Course, we're offering a 30 day money-back guarantee. Just email us within 30 days of purchase and we'll issue a full refund.
Plans + Pricing
Small steps. Real change. A more connected dad at home.
Course Only
Lifetime Access (plus all future updates)
$397 USD
Only $197 until April 30
Includes:
- Full course and materials (downloadable)
- Lifetime access
- 30 day money-back guarantee
Course + Community
Access to the DadMentor community & monthly live Q&A calls
$467 USD
Only $287 until April 30
Includes:
- Lifetime access to the full course and materials (downloadable)
- 3 Months access to DadMentor: The Father-Leader community ($111 value)
Course + Coaching
Course + Three 1:1 Coaching sessions
$897 USD
Includes:
- Full course and materials (downloadable)
- Lifetime Access
- Three 1:1 coaching sessions ($900 value)
“I used to feel like I was failing at everything - work, marriage, parenting. This framework gave me hope and practical steps that actually work.”
— Justin, dad of one
The most trusted name in fatherhood in canada
Dad Central has been supporting fathers and the professionals who serve them across Canada for over two decades.
We’re dads committed to:
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Evidence-informed content (grounded in research on father involvement and child outcomes)
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Respecting dads’ realities including work, finances, mental health, and co-parenting stress
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Practical tools and language that dads can actually use - not theory that sits on a shelf
This course is another step in that mission: to help dads feel seen, equipped, and connected.
You don't need to be a perfect dad
You just need a better roadmap.
FAQ's
How much time does this take?
The bite-size audio lessons range from 5-18 minutes long. There are a total of 22 audio lessons comprising over 3 hours of instruction. Most dads spend about 30–45 minutes per week: one short lesson, one worksheet, and one action step to try at home.
Is it only for "Canadian" dads?
The course is designed in Canada and uses Canadian context and examples, but the principles and tools work for dads anywhere. Dad Central resources have been distributed to over 10 countries, including Japan, Australia, the United States and UK.
Do I get a certificate with this course?
Yes, upon completion of all modules you recieve a certificate with your name and date.
Dad Central training resources are recognized across Canada and our resources have received endorsements from counseling and clinical psychologists, including Fatherhood Expert, Dr. Greg Fabiano.
Does my partner/co-parent need to take the course too?
No—but many dads choose to share certain tools (like the values card sort) with their partner or co-parent.
What if I’m separated or in a high-conflict situation?
This course does not provide legal advice. What it does offer are practical tools to help you protect and strengthen your relationship with your kids, communicate more calmly, and lead yourself well under pressure.
Much of the course was developed while I (Drew) was navigating a high-conflict separation myself. The lessons reflect what helped me stay grounded, respond thoughtfully rather than react emotionally, and maintain a strong, secure connection with my children even during periods when parenting time was limited.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. If you complete the first stage and don’t feel more clarity or practical steps for connection, email us within 30 days and we’ll refund your purchase.