Mental Health Swims, Aberporth

21/10/2025

Some sad news to bring you today.
Sadly, the Aberporth group has not been active for some months due to illness, but we have kept in touch and will be continuing as an informal group based at Aberporth.

It has been my privilege to host the group, and to help so many enjoy the benefits of cold water dipping and a safe space to 'just be'.
Many have found confidence, peace, self esteem and bravery by joining us at Aberporth. For this alone, I thank all at Mental Health Swims for allowing me to be a very small part of that.

I will remove this page in due course, but plan on starting an informal group page at some point in the future. ☺️

Diolch o galon i bawb am eich cyfraniadau i'r grwp a'ch cefnogaeth. Diolch am rannu eich storïau, eich hofnau, eich hwyl a'ch llawenydd. Heb anghofio am y danteithion siocled, wrth gwrs! 😀🥰

Thank you so much to you all for your contributions to the group and your support.
Thank you for sharing your stories, your fears, your fun and joy. Not forgetting the chocolate-based treats, of course! 😀🥰xx

13/03/2025

Join us for our next, free Mental Health Swims dip down at Aberporth!
Yes, it's still cold but it's so worth it!
No pressure, no judgement, no competition, no expectations! Just support, fresh air, good company and a safe space for you just to be yourself!
Book in advance via the link below and set your new week up with a lite bit of 'you time'.

Welai chi ar y traeth! 🌊
I'll see you at the beach! 🌊

In-person Event - Dips not distance, community not competition. Come and join us!

05/03/2025

Join us for a fresh, early morning dip at 7.30am, Sunday, 9th March down at Aberporth. 🌊

If you'd like to give it a try and haven't got any winter kit, we've been lucky enough in Wales to receive donations of a few pairs of boots and gloves that you're welcome to use for your dip! 😁

Whether you just have a paddle, sit on the sand or fully immerse...you're free to 'do you' without judgement or pressure. Just turning up is a massive achievement in itself! 😁

🔗 Please book in advance via the link below or via the link in our Instagram bio... 🔗
Welai chi ar y traeth! 🌊
I'll see you at the beach! 🌊

In-person Event - Dips not distance, community not competition. Come and join us!

23/02/2025

Join us for our next Mental Health Swims dip in Aberporth on Sunday, 2nd of March at 7.30am! 🌊😁

Yes, it will be cold, but will you regret it? Absolutely not! 👌

A chance to 'just breathe', to start your day feeling positive and strong. A chance to be in a safe space without judgement, and the chance to calm the stresses of every day life! 🩵

We don't cancel until we check the location itself (if it's safe to travel there, of course!) Aberporth often has a micro-climate of its own, and is very often completely different to the weather everywhere else! But we want everyone to be safe, and ask you to please cancel any bookings you've made if you feel unable to attend...☺️👍

Tip of the day...bring warm things! 😁

Welai chi ar y traeth! 🌊
I'll see you on the beach! 🌊

In-person Event - Dips not distance, community not competition. Come and join us!

15/02/2025

A wonderful, fresh dip this morning down at Aberporth! 🌊
We've been so very lucky with the weather since we started last year! We do it in the rain, the wind and even both together. We do it in the cold but we haven't had snow yet! 😁👌🌊
Whatever you set your mind to, you can do! 🩵 Mental Health Swims

13/02/2025

Join us for our next Mental Health Swims dip down at Aberporth! 😁

We're doing a Saturday for a change this week! The 15th at 8.00am, Aberporth! 🌊

Yes, it's going to be cold, but it'll absolutely be worth it!
Bring lots of dry, warm clothes and a warm drink for after your dip. Perhaps a water bottle (or three!) if you fancy it.

🔗 Please book in advance via the link below or the link in our Instagram bio. 🔗

Welai chi ar y traeth! 🌊
I'll see you at the beach! 🌊

In-person Event - Dips not distance, community not competition. Come and join us!

02/02/2025

What a stunning sunrise we had for our dip this morning! 😍🌊👌

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFlQdg5OOHC/?igsh=cHg5czBxMXIxang0

22/01/2025

Join us for an early dip at Aberporth, this Sunday 26th January at 7.30am!

It may be a little dark, so bring a head torch as well as your warm, dry clothes and hot drink! ☕
A swim float that you can attach a light too would also be a great idea if you have one! 😁

Risk assessment re: the weather and conditions on the beach will be taken when I arrive, in order to make sure everyone stays safe in the water. 👌

🔗 Please book in advance via the events link below or via the booking link on our Instagram bio. 🔗

Welai chi ar y traeth! 🌊
I'll see you at the beach! 🌊

In-person Event - Dips not distance, community not competition. Come and join us!

17/01/2025

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