Come and Try Out
Description
Join Change Mental Health’s Community Link Worker team and local organisations for a free Come and Try Day at Inshes East Church in Inverness.
This relaxed, adults-only event is an opportunity to discover accessible support available in your community, meet the people providing it and try activities that may support your health and wellbeing.
Throughout the day, you can take part in various activities provided by Myself Management, Think Health Think Nature, Fiona Hunter and Janet Adams and the Highland Clarsac Society, among many.
You can also speak with Community Link Workers and local organisations about the support, services and activities available across the Highlands.
Why come along?
The day offers a chance to:
try new wellbeing activities in a welcoming environment
find out what local support is available
meet organisations face to face
learn how Community Link Workers can connect you with support
discover activities that could help you feel more connected and improve your wellbeing
You are welcome to attend one session or stay for several activities. No previous experience is needed.
This event is for adults aged 18 and over only.
Attendance is free, but donations are welcome. Any contribution will help us cover the cost of the event and support more people experiencing mental health challenges across the Highlands.
Agenda
- 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Welcome and Networking
- 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
Sound Bath
20-minute taster session for deep relaxation using Himalayan bowls, chimes and an ocean drum delivered by Tree Vibes.
- 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Yoga
Join Fiona Hunter for gentle movement combining stretching, breathing and body awareness. Yoga can be adapted to different levels of experience and is a low-impact way to support relaxation, balance and general wellbeing.
- 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Guided Meditation
A calming, instructor-led experience that uses gentle relaxation and visualisation techniques to reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and promote inner peace.
- 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Tai Chi
A gentle mind-body practice that combines slow, flowing movements with mindful breathing. Delivered by Fiona Hunter
- 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Sound Bath
20-minute taster session for deep relaxation using Himalayan bowls, chimes and an ocean drum delivered by Tree Vibes.
- 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Yoga Nidra
Experience a guided relaxation practice, usually done lying or sitting comfortably. Sometimes described as “yogic sleep”, Yoga Nidra guides your attention through the body while you remain aware and deeply relaxed. Delivered by Tree Vibes.
- 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Yoga
Join Fiona Hunter for gentle movement combining stretching, breathing and body awareness. Yoga can be adapted to different levels of experience and is a low-impact way to support relaxation, balance and general wellbeing.
- All day
Boccia
Try this inclusive target sport with Myself Management. Boccia is played by throwing, rolling or kicking balls towards a target ball, making it adaptable for people with different levels of mobility. It’s easy to pick up, encourages gentle movement and concentration, and offers a relaxed way to have fun and connect with others.
- All day
Harp - come and try
Have a go at playing the harp with guidance from the Highland Clarsac Society, A relaxed opportunity to try an instrument you may never have played before and enjoy making music with others.
- All day
Mindful Eating
Bring your attention to the present moment, calm your mind and focus on your refreshment.
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