Weekly Activity Sessions
Are you struggling with your mental health? Sporting Force will be starting an activity-based veterans’ support group in Newton Aycliffe, Durham, from 12th February 2021. Group places are available for up to 15 people under current COVID-19 restrictions. We have had confirmation that this is allowed as we are a Charity offering mental health support to Military Veterans. Anyone participating will be expected to wear face masks. Get in touch today to discover more.
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor activities will promote physical, occupational, and emotional growth, helping people suffering from an array of mental health conditions including:
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PTSD
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Traumatic Brain Injuries
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Behavioural Issues
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Abuse Issues
Walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise. It’s the perfect way to keep you healthy, active and reduce your chances of getting sick and it doesn’t cost you a penny. Getting out into nature and going for a walk is also great for your mental wellbeing.
We have some land which we are keen for veterans to get involved in some of the work we intend to carry out which includes the building of a polytunnel, in which veterans will be able to grow produce in the future. Other tasks include log splitting, digging and building fences. These tasks will improve wellbeing and bring back that sense of teamwork and team bonding.
Additionally, hot meals and beverages will be provided.
A programme of activities and events for all Tri-Service Veterans
- With key locations across the North of the UK
- A full year of training, conditioning and fitness support for all fitness levels.
- 5 competitive events in the next 6 months with more to come
- Each region will have a venue for veterans to attend within an hour’s drive.
- A closed Facebook Group to keep in contact outside of organised events.
- Each activity will have a space to breath and chat over a brew afterwards.
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Competitive Events for 2021
- UK Challenge – Lake District 29th of July to 1st of August 2021 – 2 teams of 6
- British 24 hour Karting – Teesside – 6th to the 8th of August 2021 - 2 teams of 6
- Snowboarding Championships – Austria 14th to 21st of November 2021 and March 2022 - team of 10
- London 10k
- Oxford Half Marathon
Support Sessions
These sessions will be held both indoors at our office in Newton Aycliffe. Sessions will include:
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Group Activity-Based Support Sessions
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Use of Outdoor Space to Promote Wellbeing through Connecting with Nature and Animals
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Walk-and-Talk Sessions across the North of England
