Wild Wellbeing

A nature-based wellbeing day for girls aged 11+

The tween and teen years bring so much change. Wild Wellbeing gives girls a day with nature to slow down, and come back to themselves, away from the pressures of school and screens.

Once a month, a small group of girls gathers in and with nature. Each day blends nature connection, movement, mindfulness and creativity, including hands-on making of natural products. It's a space for girls to slow down, connect with themselves and each other, and simply be, while supporting their hauora, their holistic wellbeing.

There's no pressure to perform or be anything other than themselves.

A small-group nature day for girls aged 11+

Held one weekend day a month & school holidays at Te Puna Quarry Park.

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Thrive at Wild Wellbeing

Through our days together girls can grow:

  • Connection to self, others and nature

  • A sense of calm and confidence

  • Tools to support their nervous system

  • Resilience and self-belief

  • Care and empathy

  • Emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing

  • A sense of joy and wonder

  • So much more!

With our dedicated small groups, youth also develop strong social-emotional skills through meaningful connect with others and have nurturing 1:1 support.

“Kathy provides a warm, safe and creative environment which nurtures the kids... Our kids have grown so much more confident and happy in nature regardless of the weather. It's fantastic to see them come home happy, settled and full of excitement about their day” - Kate

 

Our Days Together

At Wild Wellbeing, we spend our day connecting with and exploring nature to support our holistic wellbeing.

Our experiences will include:

  • Nature connection experiences

  • Seasonal wisdom and celebrations

  • Movement and mindfulness practices

  • Nature journalling and reflection

  • Nature art and creativity

  • Plant wisdom, making teas and balms

  • Nervous system practices

  • Free time to explore, chat and just be

Nature always has something magic to share with us so every day is different.

The Details

Who: girls aged 11+
When: one weekend day a month, plus one day each school holidays. 9.30am to 2.30pm.
Where: Te Puna Quarry Park, Tauranga
Group size: small, up to 9 girls (1:9 ratio) so bookings are essential
Commitment: book one session or all of them - a commitment to the term is recommended
Includes: a nature journal to keep, and an afternoon circle with a drink and snack
Cost: koha donation, suggested $10 to $20.

"What you have taught our girls about mindfulness has been so priceless. Ellie came home teaching me about body scans, and she has actually opted to do these herself at home. Such a nice way to slow down in a world that is so rushed” ~ Sammy

Funding Acknowledgment

Wild Wellbeing is made possible through Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa, with thanks to Sport Bay of Plenty and Sport NZ for their support. Their funding means I can offer these days by koha, so more girls can take part.

Important Info

Click here to read our Terms and Booking Information

Contact Kathy for our Health & Safety Documents and Child Protection Policy.

Due to the nature of our sessions operating in public nature spaces, Wild Wellbeing may not be suitable for those with high level needs, please contact Kathy to discuss.