More information on the programmes below (click to expand).
Kickstart your Fitness
- 11 May – Marine Court – FULL
- 22 June – Harcombe House
This is a five-day programme is for anyone looking to improve their fitness and ways of exercising effectively. There will be a range of activities, including guidance and coaching, gym and pool-based sessions, exercise and nutrition planning, and workshops on sleep, mental health, and nutrition.
Women’s Wellbeing
- 1 June – Jubilee House
This five-day residential programme is group based and offers support for women aged approx. 40 to 60-years-old who would like to learn more about women’s health and wellbeing, e.g., menopause, osteoporosis, strength training and cardiovascular fitness. The programme combines educational workshops, physical activities, and relaxation sessions.
Surbjit Ghuman, who’s married to an IT Support Officer with West Midlands FRS, attended one of our previous Women’s Wellbeing Week and made lifelong friendships – while boosting her overall wellbeing. Read more about her experience.
Body and Mind
- 8 June – Harcombe House
This 5-day residential programme includes three-days of activities followed by two-days of rest and self-led reflection. It is aimed at any member of our fire family who wishes to improve their self-care or have an interest in mindfulness, creativity and nature-connectedness. Activities include creative sessions, nature-connection walks, breathing practices, yoga and Tai Chi.
Transitions into Retirement
- 15 June – Harcombe House – FULL
This residential programme is aimed at operational staff who are retiring within the next 12 months or who retired in the previous 2 years. The programme offers a blend of workshops providing guidance, information and opportunities to share lived experiences on topics such as: social identity, social connection, keeping healthy and active in retirement, mindfulness and physical activities. You’ll work as a group and have time to practice new coping strategies with support from the rehab team, as well as use of our facilities and outdoor environment.
Joint and Mobility Health
- 13 July – Marine Court
This 5-day residential programme is aimed at individuals awaiting joint replacement surgery (predominantly hip and knee), anyone with significant arthritis, or anyone who is more than six-weeks post op from joint replacement surgery. This programme will give you the opportunity to learn more about how to manage worn out joints and exercise carefully and safely. There is also the chance to partake in group exercise sessions (on land and in the pool).
Living Healthily After Cancer
- 27 July – Harcombe House
This five-day programme is for individuals who have had successful cancer treatment. This will offer you the opportunity to learn about healthy living, ways of managing exercise effectively, and time with our clinicians and the support of others with similar experiences, as well as activities such as gym and pool-based sessions, walking, Tai Chi, and workshops on nutrition, mental health, and loss and change.
Family Week – Single Parents
- 27 July – Harcombe House – FULL
This five-day programme is suitable for single-parent families with children aged between four and 16-years-old, or children with additional needs. This is the chance to have time away to relax and recharge, and an opportunity to meet other families in similar situations. There will be optional activities and sessions on baking, swimming, nature walks, swiss ball drumming, animal activities, and arts and crafts.
