It’s that time of week - meet our volunteers!
Surfwell has a team of dedicated volunteers who support the delivery of the programme. We couldn’t do it without them!
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, then please get in touch.
#surftherapy #coldwatertherapy #mentalhealthsupport #volunteerdevon #surfdevon
8 years of running surf therapy sessions with Surfwell and here’s what Co-Founder, Sam, knows for sure:
1. The hardest part is always showing up. Every session, someone nearly doesn’t come. And every session, that person is the one who gets the most from it.
2. The ocean doesn’t care about your job title. In the water, a Chief Inspector and a new recruit are the same. That’s therapeutic in itself.
3. Evidence matters. We invested in independent research from the University of Exeter because we needed to prove this wasn’t just a nice day at the beach. The data validated what we saw with our own eyes: this works.
4. Peer support is everything. Our facilitators aren’t wellness consultants. They’re people who’ve worn the same uniform, done the same shifts, carried the same weight. That understanding can’t be trained. It has to be lived.
5. The corporate world needs this just as much as the Blue Light sector. Burnout doesn’t discriminate.
If any of this resonates, as a leader, a colleague, or someone who’s been there, we’d love to hear from you!
#surftherapy #mentalhealthsupport #corporatewellness #corporatewellbeing #frontlinewellbeing
We’re proud of our ongoing partnership between Lundy Sky and Surfwell World Class Surf Therapy — bringing together creativity, community, and the healing power of the ocean. 🌊
This collaboration is about more than just clothing. Together, we’ve created a collection that represents wellbeing, connection, and positive mental health through surfing and outdoor culture. Every piece has been designed with purpose, inspired by the incredible work Surfwell does using surf therapy to support people through life’s challenges.
At Lundy Sky, we believe clothing should tell a story, and this collection reflects resilience, freedom, and the calming energy of the sea. Working alongside a team that’s genuinely changing lives has been an honour, and we’re excited to share this journey with you all.
Thank you to everyone supporting independent brands, meaningful projects, and the growing surf therapy community.
#Lundysky #Surfwell #SurfTherapy #MentalHealthAwareness
Big conversations are happening around wellbeing in the emergency services, and we’re proud to be part of them.
James joined Andy and Nathan on the @oscarkilo_uk podcast to discuss the science behind surfing, blue space therapy, and evidence-based wellbeing support for blue light workers.
“What seems like a surfing trip” is actually backed by growing research into stress reduction, recovery, connection, and resilience.
A huge thank you to the team for having us on and helping shine a light on innovative approaches to wellbeing in emergency services and the corporate world.
Listen to the full episode via the link in our bio OR DM us and we’ll send it to you! #surftherapy #mentalhealth #emergencyworkerwellbeing #coldwatertherapy #mentalhealthsupport
Release and Reset. Setting the new standard in corporate wellness, and a place where performance meets perspective.
Our world class single day intervention has evolved into a fully immersive retreat and is designed for organisations seeking a more considered approach to performance and wellbeing.
This is a curated partnership, set in a world-class coastal environment. Think world class surf therapy with the best facilitators available, world class multi award winning spa facilities (Conde Nast Johansens Awards for excellence - winner of best spa facilities 2026), exceptional, award-winning 2 x AA Rosette dining all in a truly breathtaking location.
Give your people time to think and release, a safe space to reset and recharge in a unique setting with the proven outcomes that Surfwell deliver internationally. Our model supports corporate social responsibility goals, so you will also be supporting more blue light, NHS and first responder communities to access the life changing programme.
This is the premium standard for teams who expect more.
Demand is already high - DM us RESET to build a wellbeing package your people will remember for years to come.
#employeewellbeing #corporatewellness #corporatewellbeing #surftherapy #coldwatertherapy
“Pitching what seems like a surfing trip to a chief officer is a bit of a hard sell… but there’s a whole host of deep science that backs it up.”
The latest episode of ResetU: The Podcast is here! Andy and @nathangardiner1 are joined by James Mallows, serving police officer and co-founder of @opsurfwell – an innovative, evidence-based wellbeing programme using surfing and blue space therapy for blue light workers.
Listen to the full episode now – check the link in the Oscar Kilo Instagram bio (click on "explore more links here".)
This is what a Surfwell session looks like from the beach. Real people, real water, real change.
Our programme merges action-centred therapy and group support with enhanced peer connection. Every session combines cold water immersion, the challenge of surfing, and a structured debrief led by facilitators who have all served in the emergency services themselves.
Worldwide scientific research shows that cold water therapy offers significant stress reduction and improved levels of overall wellbeing. Our programme capitalises on that science and applies it within a carefully structured therapeutic framework.
We run sessions across Devon, Cornwall, and Dorset, and now at The Wave in Bristol for those further from the coast. 👉 Ready to experience it? DM us ‘SURF’ for more information! #SurfTherapy #MentalHealth #CorporateWellbeing #EmployeeWellbeing #WellbeingProgramme
This is what a Surfwell session looks like from the beach. Real people, real water, real change.
Our programme merges action-centred therapy and group support with enhanced peer connection. Every session combines cold water immersion, the challenge of surfing, and a structured debrief led by facilitators who have all served in the emergency services themselves.
Worldwide scientific research shows that cold water therapy offers significant stress reduction and improved levels of overall wellbeing. Our programme capitalises on that science and applies it within a carefully structured therapeutic framework.
We run sessions across Devon, Cornwall, and Dorset, and now at The Wave in Bristol for those further from the coast. 👉 Ready to experience it? DM us ‘SURF’ for more information! #SurfTherapy #MentalHealth #coldwatertherapy #Devonsurfing #mentalwellbeingcoach
SAVE THE DATE.
We’re excited to announce a big new development.
We’ve been working on this for a while and we can’t wait.
Dropping on 06/05/2026.
Tag and share - you won’t want to miss this.
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It’s time for another meet the team post!
All of us at Surfwell have direct experience of the many challenges facing those in the Blue Light Community and have unique skills and specialist training to support the wellbeing of those working for private businesses and organisations.
Surfwell Blue Light CIC is proud to be supported by a team of non-executive directors, who have supported the development of Surfwell since its inception, providing neuropsychological guidance, resilience tools and one-to-one support for clients and trainees.
Anyone referred to Surfwell could not be in safer hands. Swipe through to meet the team →
👉 Want to know more about who we are? Tap the link in our bio. #Surfwell #coldwatertherapy #SurfTherapy #MentalHealth #EmergencyServices
You DON’T need to be a surfer to do surf therapy. Seriously.
“I’m not fit enough” - All abilities welcome. This isn’t a fitness test.
“I can’t surf” - Most participants have never been on a board. That’s actually the point.
“The water will be freezing” - We provide full wetsuits and all equipment. The cold is part of the therapy.
“I’m not a strong swimmer” - Sessions are run by qualified instructors with nationally recognised water safety qualifications. You’re in safe hands at all times.
“It won’t work for me” - 83% of attendees report improved mental health. The independent research by the University of Exeter backs this up.
As James, our co-founder, says: “If you’re new to the sport, it’s all a massive rush at the same time. It’s overcoming a big barrier, and that’s where the therapeutic value lies.” The only thing you need to do is show up. We’ll handle the rest.
👉 Questions? DM us! #SurfTherapy #MentalHealth #CorporateWellbeing #ColdWaterTherapy #EmployeeWellbeing
“I can’t quite believe the profound positive effect it has had on me mentally and physically. I was medicated for anxiety, burnt out and exhausted. I now have a completely new outlook on how I can manage my mental wellbeing.”
This is a real quote from someone who attended Surfwell. We hear versions of this story after every session. Someone arrives unsure, sceptical, nervous. A few hours later, something has shifted, and they can feel it.
Our programme was independently assessed by the University of Exeter. 83% of attendees reported improved mental health. But numbers only tell half the story. The real measure is moments like this.
If you’re in the emergency services and you’re struggling, or you know someone who is, we’re here. 👉 DM us “BLUELIGHT” or tap the link in bio.
#BlueLightMentalHealth #SurfTherapy #mentalhealthmatters #FirstResponders #Recovery
