Forest Bathing+ Mindfulness in Nature at Wendover Woods: April - July

This listing is for dates from April to July 2023

The session runs for 2.5-hours

Join us and learn about the latest science on nature and health. You will also experience the health benefits of spending time in woodland and being immersed in nature, surrounded by the beautiful Chilterns at Wendover Woods.

TFBI founders, Gary and Olga, have led hundreds of forest bathing sessions for thousands of people. They know it works from the transformations they have witnessed. TFBI now has a team of guides leading forest bathing sessions across the world. TFBI have also initiated a global university scientific research programme which has already confirmed numerous health benefits:

"Participants scores improved on measures of safe and relaxed positive affect, compassion for others and from others, rumination on problems, nature connection and pro-environmental attitudes, and mood disturbance-notably depression, anger, tension, confusion and fatigue" - Kirsten McEwan, Senior Research Fellow. The University of Derby, Department of Psychology.

Although you'll learn about science and our latest research, this isn't an intellectual exercise; you will also experience how to relax deeply in nature. Think of Forest Bathing as mindful time spent amongst trees.

Along our Forest Bathing+ route, we use a series of exercises, engaging the senses to tune into the relaxing atmosphere of the forest. In Japan, where forest bathing originated, millions of people benefit from this practice a year. Scientists there have found that woodland air carries beneficial essential oils. So, as you relax, you will be invited to breathe more deeply.

Slowing right down allows you to step away from the constant thinking state. So, don't be surprised if your worries and cares seem to melt away. You will be experiencing nature like a child would, seeing things in more detail, with clarity and awe. You'll never look at woodland in the same way again!

Our guide team undertakes comprehensive training and are excited to be back leading these events in Covid safe way. We are looking forward to sharing the restorative power of nature with you!

Monthly sessions are running at Wendover Woods and many other locations; see our entire programme here on Eventbrite. For information on our guide training courses and the latest science, visit The Forest Bathing Institute: www.tfb.institute

Refunds:

We are happy to move or refund your booking up to 1 week before the event. We will not refund or move any bookings with less than one week's notice.

Adults 18+

Sorry, no dogs!

Please contact us with any questions; we will be happy to hear from you. Email: [email protected]

Host or Publisher The Forest Bathing Institute (TFBI)