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National Lottery Community Fund - Box Move Connect

Box Move Connect - 24.10.26

First session on a Monday - great session well done to all, fitness, fun and flourishing.

Box Move Connect - 19.10.26

Box Move Connect - 17.10.26

Great session this morning, great attendance thank you all x

Box Move Connect - 10.10.26

Discover how Mind In Motion supports mental health through positive psychology and gentle movement. Our approach helps individuals aged 16 and up build resilience in a nurturing environment. Join us on the path to well-being and strength.

Box Move Connect - 08.10.16

Box Move Connect - 03.10.26

Box Move Connect - 01.10.26

Alan's Training Rule Number One:'Always Train on a Monday'Next Sessions: Monday, 26th October 2026Saturday, 31st October 2026Venue: Davies Boxing Gym, Mitcham Road, Blackpool FY4 4QNFunded by: The National Lottery Community Fund

Box Move Connect Every Monday @ 6 pm and Saturday @ 10 am 

“The circuit sessions are brilliant and help me stay fit. I’ve met some new people and the sessions are always friendly. I like that we don’t spend too long on each station, and Colleen is very encouraging throughout. The warm-up and cool-down are really helpful, and having healthy snacks and water available is a lovely touch. It’s a great group and I really enjoy coming. Thank you!”



"“I absolutely love Colleen’s circuit sessions and feel fitter every week. Colleen gives plenty of encouragement and makes everyone feel welcome.”"



I currently attend Colleen’s Fun Family Circuit sessions at Mind in Motion each Friday.  I joined on the very first session and from the moment I walked in to the room on my own I felt welcomed and comfortable. 

The encouragement and support from Colleen is second to none.

I have continued to attend weekly and look forward to each session as I feel it is important for my fitness and wellbeing.

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<h3>NEXT SESSIONS:</h3>Women in MotionTuesday, 27th October 2026 @ 2pm in the Arena Studio, Blackpool Sports CentreMen in MotionWednesday, 28th October 2026 @ 11 am at Enigma Gym, 2 Mitcham Road, Blackpool FY4 4QNTogether in MotionFriday, 30th October 2026 @ 5pm in the Arena Studio, Blackpool Sports Centre

Move Connect Thrive Programmes

<h4>A Life Rebuilt – Now Available</h4>I'm delighted to announce that my new book, A Life Rebuilt, is now available on Amazon.This book is about resilience, hope and finding the strength to rebuild after life's setbacks.I haven't written it for financial gain. All proceeds will be donated to Counselling in the Community (CITC), Blackpool, helping to support people who need mental health and wellbeing services.If you would like to support this cause, or know someone who may benefit from reading it, I'd be truly grateful if you could share it.Signed Author Copies – £9.99If you would like a personally signed copy for £9.99, you can purchase one directly from me. Simply use the email link on this website, and I'll be delighted to arrange this with you.Thank you for your support.Alan Gaynor ❤️

A Life Rebuilt - Alan Gaynor 

Move Connect Thrive

Most sunflowers follow a simple rule: face the sun. This field is a visual display of that mental shortcut — a heuristic of alignment, both biological and social. But one sunflower deviates. It turns the other way. This is not randomness; it’s deviation from the norm — a rare moment when System 2 might override the automatic reflex of System 1. It’s a picture about salience, attention bias, and the cost (or value) of non-conformity.

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Side profile of a woman listening with her eyes closed, calm and present, in a warm room with two figures seated further back.

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A woman pauses in thought, looking off to the side, framed by bright windows and the soft blur of someone seated across the room.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Solomon Jackson, a motor vehicle operator with 2nd Distribution Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, participates in a cold plunge near Elvegardsmoen, Norway, March 10, 2026. The training taught Marines and Sailors how to manage the effects of cold-water submersion and perform active rewarming procedures during exercise Cold Response 26. A key component of NATO's enhanced vigilance activity Arctic Sentry, exercise Cold Response 26 is a Norwegian-led winter military exercise designed to enhance collective defense capabilities and ensure U.S. readiness to rapidly deploy and seamlessly operate alongside NATO Allies in challenging arctic conditions. Jackson is a native of Oregon. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Franco Lewis)

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Move Connect Thrive - Funded by Sport England

Men in Motion - 21.10.26

Half way point of the programme - well done to all

Women in Motion - 20.10.26

Together in Motion - 16.10.26

Men in Motion - 14.10.26

Women in Motion - 13.10.26

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Mind In Motion (MIM) CIC is a community-based organisation based in Blackpool, Lancashire, UK. MIM was founded by CEO Alan Gaynor, Counsellor and Sports Scientist.MIM uses physical activity, movement and the natural environment, combined with positive psychology interventions to strengthen, support and maintain healthy and resilient mental wellbeing.Across the UK, specifically Blackpool, Fylde &amp; Wyre, there are many people who struggle with stress, low confidence and feeling stuck for a variety of differing reasons and avoidance can become a habit, and motivation can feel non-existent .At MIM we maintain that physical movement builds mental strength, consistent action creates habit forming and long lasting change.CEO and founder Alan Gaynor, has over 40 years experience sports coaching and teaching.

Building Resilence through Movement 

Being a dad can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be difficult, lonely and overwhelming at times.As part of a new Mind in Motion CIC pilot, I am making 3 hours of my time available each week, free of charge, to offer 1-to-1 walk therapy for dads who may be struggling with fatherhood, their wellbeing or simply the pressures of life.No gym. No group. No judgement.Just two people walking, talking and creating some space to think, reflect and reset.I am a BACP Registered Member (MBACP) and this pilot combines professional therapeutic support with something at the heart of Mind in Motion, the benefits of gentle movement and being outdoors.This is a pilot offer with limited spaces available. I want to see whether there is a genuine need for this type of support locally and learn from the dads who take part.Referrals and enquiries are welcome from dads themselves, NHS Social Prescribers, Citizens Advice, GPs and local community organisations.📧 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:mindinmotioncic@hotmail.com">mindinmotioncic@hotmail.com</a>🌐 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.mindinmotioncic.co.uk">www.mindinmotioncic.co.uk</a>Dads need support too. Sometimes the first step really is just taking a walk.Gentle movement lifts heavy minds.

DADS IN MOTION – NEW FREE PILOT 💙

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Lcdr. Laura Riebel measures a patients flexibility during a physical therapy session. Riebel was awarded the Navy Medicine Senior Physical Therapy Officer of the Year for 2023

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"The greatest glory consists not in never falling, but in rising from each time we fall."

Based in Blackpool, Lancashire, UK, Mind in Motion CIC's founder &amp; CEO, Alan Gaynor had two simple beliefs:1) no-one should have to struggle alone2) gentle movement lifts heavy minds. Working and supporting people for over 40 years as an instructor, teaching, personal coach and mentor, Alan Gaynor has witnessed first-hand how anxiety, low mood, depression and isolation slowly takes hold, and too often quietly and unnoticed.Although, during his 40 years, Alan Gaynor has witnessed something powerful and inspiring:Gentle movement can lift heavy minds.Connection can restore hope.Being truly listened to can create change together.MIM CIC was created to bring these things together.At MIM, mental health &amp; wellbeing is supported through inclusive movement, mindfulness and community connection. Sessions are designed to be welcoming, pressure-free and accessible. Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, feeling isolated or simply needs a safe space to reconnect.No judgement, no expectations, just people moving at their own pace and supporting each other.MIM is about building confidence, resilience and belonging; one step, one conversation and one moment at a time.If you're finding things difficult, or know someone who might be, please reach out.You are not alone. Healing doesn't have to happen in isolation.Alan Gaynor, MIM CIC, Blackpool

The Story behind Mind in Motion CIC 

NEXT WALK &amp; TALK TO BE ARRANGED DETAILS TO FOLLOW SOON Venue: TBC Start time: TBCFREE OF CHARGE - ALL WELCOMETO BOOK EMAIL BY CLICKING THE BUTTON BELOWA safe, professionally guided wellbeing walk to help you:MOVE / REFLECT / GROW / CONNECT

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Box Move Connect 01.07.26 - Great first session really enjoyable. 

Box Move Connect - 01.07.26 - Great first session, everyone trained really well x

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Personalized coaching sessions focused on building mental strength and coping skills through positive psychology techniques.

Resilience Coaching

Learn practical strategies combining gentle physical activity and positive psychology to effectively reduce stress and anxiety.

Stress Reduction Sessions

Join supportive peer groups that encourage sharing, growth, and resilience building through guided activities and discussions.

Community Support Groups

Interactive workshops providing knowledge and tools on mental health, resilience, and the benefits of physical activity.

Educational Workshops on Mental Health

<ul><li>MBACP Counsellor ABC Level 4</li><li>PhD Researcher</li><li>Master's Degree in Positive Psychology &amp; Counselling</li><li>PCGE Teaching Qualification</li><li>BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching &amp; Exercise Science</li><li>3rd Dan USKASKO / 2nd Dan CEKA /1st Dan KUGB Black Belt</li><li>EKGB Karate Coach</li><li>England Boxing Coach</li><li>BBBoC Trainer, Second and First Aider</li></ul>

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I work strictly within the principles of Person-Centred Therapy, offering:<ul><li>Unconditional Positive Regard</li><li>Empathy</li><li>A safe, non-judgmental space</li><li>A calm, confidential environment</li><li>Support for you to explore at your own pace</li></ul>You are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, helping you feel heard, supported and empowered to move forward.

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Older Videos WIM/MIM/TIM

Together in Motion - 09.10.26

Men in Motion - 07.10.26

Women in Motion = 06.10.26

Men in Motion - 30.09.26

Week 2 - fabulous session well done to all

Together in Motion 25.09.26

Men in Motion - 23.09.26

Fabulous fun family circuit training session!

Together in Motion - 18.09.26

Fantastic first session. Thank you to all who turned up. Great instruction from Rosa, making it a thoroughly enjoyable session.