IceBreakers Information

Safety & Wellbeing – An overview of our approach and guidelines concerning physical and mental safety and wellbeing. We ask that everyone reads this prior to taking part in activities and meet-ups.

What to Bring & Wear – A useful run down of what you can wear and bring to a dip

Newcomer FAQs - for answers to the most frequently asked questions

Mental Health Support

Dorothy House - provides hospice for the dying and mental health support for patients, families and carers. Links to bereavement support.

Bath Mind – Local mental health support services for the Bath area.

Men’s Minds Matter – Specialist services and resources focused on male suicide prevention.

Samaritans – 24/7 emotional support for anyone in distress.

Andy’s Man Club – Talking groups for men to help reduce male suicide.

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – National support service and movement against male suicide.

The Blokes Book – Directory of men’s health and wellbeing services in the UK.

Hub of Hope – A national directory connecting you to local and online mental health support.

Movement Inspiration & Learning

Qigong with Arron – Gentle movement practice for energy, balance and wellbeing.

The School of Life – Resources for emotional intelligence, relationships and self-awareness.

Water Safety & Open Water Swimming

National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) – Advice and safety guidance for open water swimming in the UK.

NOWCA – Network and safety system for open water swimming in the UK.

Outdoor Swimming Society – Community, resources and guidance for wild and open water swimming.

Hot/Cold Therapy

British Sauna Society – Directory and map of saunas across the UK.

Nature Connection

National Trust – Explore protected land, trails and historic sites across the UK.

Ordnance Survey App – Plan hikes, bike rides, and paddles on UK trails and waterways.

Camp Wild – Directory of wild camping locations across the UK.

Campwell – Off-grid retreat locations near Bath with fire, nature, and wild swimming.

7th Rise (Cornwall) – Woodland retreat and wild food experiences on the River Fal.

Outdoors for All – Campaign and resources promoting accessible outdoor activity.

Mind Over Mountains – Nature-based retreats combining hiking with coaching and mental health support.

Communities

Digital Detox Club (Bath) – Local meetups and challenges to reduce screen time and reconnect offline.

Walk Bath – A walking movement encouraging pedestrian exploration and sustainable travel.

Bath 5k Map – A map of 5km walk and run loops across Bath.

Non-Violent Communication

Intro to Nonviolent Communication (Video) – A compassionate method for more open, empathetic conversations.

Active Listening & Coaching

MOE Foundation – Affordable coaching and listening training to empower personal growth and support others.