Current and upcoming programmes
Our programmes
We run individual and group sea-based programmes for children and young people who have disabilities or additional needs, and those with physical or social-emotional/mental health barriers to accessing sports, community or mainstream education. Additionally, we run programmes for carers and other adults who may be excluded by social and economic barriers. We aim to make ocean-based activity accessible to everyone.
Our programmes and services are commissioned by schools, charities and public bodies and we also work directly with individuals and families. Below are the programmes we are currently accepting participants on.
~Water ~ Waves ~ Wellbeing ~
A Blue Space Therapy Programme for Unpaid Carers
Give yourself a boost this autumn with Wild and Free Therapy’s Blue Space programme
This programme, designed by parents of children with disabilities, is uniquely aimed at people just like us, who could benefit from emotional, social and mental health support, while spending time in and by water, enjoying the healing and restorative benefits of the ocean.
Aimed at those who have typically prioritised their loved ones’ health and happiness and would benefit from focussing on their own holistic wellbeing.
If you spend a significant amount of your time caring for a loved one, and feel that this can sometimes impact your ability to maintain a healthy body and mind, this could be just the programme for you!
Each week takes a different focus, allowing participants to experience activities that they may not otherwise have had the time, confidence or opportunity to access, including surfing, paddle boarding, wild swimming, and beach yoga.
Along with the sessions being physically beneficial, they can also help with building self-esteem, resilience, coping strategies, and help people to feel confident about taking on different challenges.
Details of the programme:
Thursdays 10am – 12pm
From: 12th September
Duration: 6 weeks
Location: Boscombe Honeycombe Beach (by the pier)
Group size: 6-8
Ability: Beginner/Novice/Newcomer/Any!
Cost: £60 for 6 weeks
We are excited to launch our ~WaterWavesWellbeing~ programme in association with Dorset Community Foundation, focussing on unpaid carers.
This programme addresses the mental, physical and emotional needs of carers in BCP/Dorset, by providing Blue Space Therapy activities in a relaxed and welcoming setting, among like-minded individuals.
You’ll have the chance to try sea-based activities along with relaxation and grounding techniques, providing you with a stronger toolkit to address the challenges you face in life.
Activities will include surfing, body-boarding, paddle boarding, sea swimming, beach yoga. The sessions will be lead by trained and experienced staff and volunteers. The venue includes warm showers, public and accessible changing, and refreshment facilities. All equipment and wetsuits/safety gear included.
Please sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/r/QBvKwawigJ
~WonderWaves~
A Blue Space Therapy Programme for home educated children
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