The UK’s leading surf therapy charity, The Wave Project, and surfing brand Saltrock will be hosting a free talk at Café Isola in Newport next month.
According to the NHS – 1 in 6 children under 18 have reported a mental health issue; a national lockdown in 2020/21 and the recent cost of living crisis has only increased the number of mental health issues and referrals in particular spikes in anxiety and depression.
The Wave Project aims to change this and for the last 13 years has been running pioneering surf therapy programs across the UK to help children and young people struggling with anxiety and depression. This unique NHS-recognised therapy combines the therapeutic elements of the ocean, the adventure of surfing and supportive culture of acceptance to help:
The talk here on the Isle of Wight is part of a nationwide tour that sees The Wave Project and Saltrock bring surf therapy to communities across the UK via a dedicated tour of talks.
The Wave Project Founder and CEO, Joe Taylor will speak about what surf therapy is, the role the charity has played in the mental and emotional health of young people, and its ambitious plans for expansion.
He has said:
“Surf Therapy has grown from a pilot scheme in Cornwall into a global phenomenon. At The Wave Project, we are now thinking about how this amazing form of therapy can be developed further to reach more young people across the UK.
“The Talks are an opportunity to discuss these ideas with people who may benefit from surf therapy themselves, or are interested in getting more involved. We are super grateful to Saltrock for supporting these Talks and helping us to broaden understanding of surf therapy.”
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The event – which is to be held on Thursday 18th May – is free and can be booked via Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-wave-project-talks-cafe-isola-isle-of-wight-tickets-578588613117?aff=ebdsoporgprofile.
