A Brownie Unit from Sandown and their leaders have been climbing high recently thanks to fun adventures organised by Kingswood Centre at Bembridge. After spotting the chance to experience new activities such as wall climbing and Aeroball, the 4th Sandown Unit could not wait to get going. Kingswood welcomed champions of outdoor learning from schools and groups to join them for talks and activity-taster sessions. This event, ‘Inspiring a Resilient Mindset ‘ was a free educational session and the centre’s Head of Impact and Learning, Dr John Allan shared research-informed, practical ways to develop resilience and a growth mindset in young people, According to Dr. Allan by combining interactive outdoor learning and reflection young people thrive, think more clearly, and support a journey of personal growth in their everyday lives. 23 Brownies, 1 Leader and 9 adults from Sandown attended with 4 adults undertaking the training, whilst the others looked after the girls for the first session. All the Brownies had fun doing the following activities: Aeroball, Indoor Climbing Wall, Problem Solving and Leap of Faith. Angela Smith leader of the 4th Sandown Brownie Unit said:
“The time spent at Kingswood was brilliant”.
Brilliant!
I used to belong to the Boys’ Brigade and have many great memories doing something similar.
I used to fear water (being pushed into the deep end at Ryde Canoe Lake: I couldn’t swim). However, I learned to canoe when I went with the 2nd Ryde Boys’ Brigade to Swanage.
Being involved in a youth group from an early age set me up for life. I learned to respect myself and others, including discipline and experienced many things I wouldn’t have had if I hadn’t been involved with the BB.
How nice to see local children enjoying the great outdoors. A wonderful organization.