GROWING FORWARD 8 WEEK NATURE BASED COURSE
Location
CLIP COMMUNITY ALLOTMENT. Allotment C3, Burn Valley Allotments
Hosted by
CLIP community led inclusion partnership
About
8-Week Personal Development & Wellbeing Programme
For adults aged 19+
Growing Forward is a relaxed, welcoming and inclusive 8-week programme designed to support adults to build confidence, wellbeing, self-awareness and positive connections with others.
The programme provides a safe and supportive environment where you can explore personal development at your own pace, meet other people and take part in activities designed to help you recognise your strengths and interests.
What will we explore?
Across the 8 weeks, sessions may include:
- Building confidence and self-esteem
- Exploring your strengths and interests
- Understanding yourself, your emotions and your identity
- Simple grounding, breathing and relaxation techniques
- Mindfulness and nature-based activities
- Communication and connecting with others
- Teamwork and positive relationships
- Exploring purpose, motivation and meaningful activities
- Identifying what you would like to do next
- Practical activities and group discussions
- Animal-assisted activities where suitable for the group
The programme is flexible and will respond to the needs and interests of the group. You will be encouraged to take part at your own pace, with no pressure to share anything you are not comfortable discussing.
Course Details
Starts: Thursday 29 October 2026
Time: 10am–12 noon
Duration: 8 weeks
Location: CLIP Community Allotment, Burn Valley, Hartlepool
Cost: FREE
Age: 19+
What could you gain from Growing Forward?
By taking part, you may develop:
- Greater confidence and self-esteem
- A better understanding of your strengths and abilities
- Simple techniques to support your wellbeing
- Increased confidence around other people
- New friendships and positive connections
- A greater sense of purpose and motivation
- Awareness of opportunities within your community
- Ideas about your own future goals and next steps
The final session will give you an opportunity to reflect on your progress, celebrate your achievements and think about what you would like to do next. The programme is intended to be a starting point rather than an end point, with possible next steps including volunteering, training, education, community activities or other opportunities that are right for you.
Everyone who completes the 8-week programme will receive a Certificate of Achievement recognising their participation and progress.
**Please note:** Growing Forward is a **non-accredited programme**. The certificate is not a formal qualification.
Everyone is welcome
You do not need any previous experience or qualifications to take part.
The programme is designed to be relaxed, inclusive and flexible, giving you the opportunity to participate in a way that feels comfortable for you.
**Places are limited and booking is essential.**