Session Information
What is Wild Minds Woodland Wellbeing?
All of our woodland based sessions are delivered to provide people with opportunities to experience a different kind of mindfulness. Our sessions are always relaxed, and we always have a laugh at some point. There is no right or wrong in anything we do, there is just your way and that’s ok.
What is Meditation with Wild Minds?
Our meditations are completed in the woods at Moira Furnace. We are there in all weather (apart from high winds). The meditations are guided by Jodi and we try and provide something for everyone. They are suitable for people who meditate regularly or for those who have never tried it before.
What is T’ai-Qi for Wellbeing with Wild Minds?
T’ai-Qi for Wellbeing is a combined mindful movement practice. They are completed in the woods at Moira Furnace. It incorporates T’ai-Chi and Qigong, and its aim is to provide an opportunity for gentle movement and stretching of the body in nature. The sessions are accessible for all and can be completed sitting if you need to. We only ever expect people to do what they can do and there is no right or wrong as far as we’re concerned. These sessions are delivered by Becki
How do I book?
All bookings are made via https://bookwhen.com/wildmindsnatureconnection
Do I need to bring anything?
If you are joining us for Meditation; you will want to dress for the weather (layers when it’s cold etc), you will want something to sit on most people use a camping chair & bring a drink. For Hammock Meditation; you might want to bring a blanket to cover yourself while you are in your hammock. This will be especially needed in the winter. For T’ai-Qi for Wellbeing you will also want to dress for the weather, but in clothes that won’t restrict your movement too much. For our Wild Woodland Wellbeing for Women and Green Man of the Woods sessions we will let you know if you need to bring anything specific, but the same suggestions apply with regards to dressing for the weather etc. Good shoes are always a must in the winter as the woods can be muddy. In the summer, insect repellent might be useful as there can be midges. For our Wild Woodland Family Adventures, you should come prepared for muddy woodland fun and again dress appropriately for the weather.
Can I bring children?
We have specific family sessions available, and these will be advertised as such. The majority of our sessions at weekends or in the evening are for adults only.
What happens if a session is cancelled, or I can’t attend?
If we (Wild Minds) cancel a session, you will be given the option to either transfer to another session or get a refund. All bookings are final and if you are unable to attend, we cannot offer you any option to transfer or refund.
General
Do you run sessions for corporate wellbeing or team building?
Yes
Who are Wild Minds Nature Connection CIC?
Wild Minds Nature Connection are a Community Interest Company based in the heart of the National Forest. Their mission is to provide access to nature-based wellbeing for as many people as possible. People of all ages, backgrounds, lifestyles and abilities are welcome. We are non-profit organisation and invest into the community with affordable sessions that give people the skills they need to use nature for their health and wellbeing.
I don’t seem to be getting emails. What do I do?
Sometimes spam/junk filters don’t like that we have the word “wild” in our email address and will push our emails directly to the spam/junk folder. To ensure that you always receive communication from us. Add info@wildmindsnature.co.uk to your safe list.
Education
What is Wild Minds School Support?
Wild Minds School Support is a range of different services for schools and educational establishments. Details about all of our services can be found here.
How do I refer a child for behaviour support?
To make a referral to our behaviour support service, please complete our referral form found here. Once we have received your referral, we will be in touch to discuss your requirements and arrange an initial meeting.
How do I book an educational visit?
To make an educational visit booking request, please complete the form found here. Once we have received your request. A member of the team will be in touch to finalise your booking.
What are the costs for educational visits?
Visits are £200 for half a day, £300 for a full day per class of up to 30 pupils. Classes of more than 30 children will need to be split, and the same charges above applied per group.
Can you come to our school to provide support?
Yes we can. We offer educational visits on your school site, Forest School, After School Clubs and Behaviour/SEMH support interventions in schools.
Corporate
How do we book a team building or corporate away day?
Complete the request form here and Wild Minds will get in touch to arrange your booking?
How much are your corporate experiences?
The cost will depend on how many people are attending, how long you want the experience to be and how many activities you would like to do. Wild Minds always ensure that they provide you with the best possible price.
Green Social Prescribing
What is Green Social Prescribing?
Green social prescribing is a practice that uses nature-based activities and environments to improve mental and physical health. At Wild Minds, all of the sessions and activities we offer follow this practice. However, we do have specific programmes that are available for people looking to try something different for their health and wellbeing.
How do I register for one of the FREE programmes?
To register for any of the FREE programmes we have on offer you simply have to send us an email letting us know which programme you would like to attend. We will then add you to the register and a week before the programme is due to start we will send out the joining email.
Can I refer myself for Green Social Prescribing support?
Absolutely you can. We take referrals from individuals and professionals. To make a referral (either for yourself or for someone else), please complete the form found here. Once we have received your form, s member of the team will be in touch to discuss what we currently have available and talk through your options.