Enhancing Well-being Through Forest Bathing
Reduce stress and anxiety and elevate your overall well-being with the ancient Japanese practice of forest bathing, known as *shinrin-yoku*. Broaks Wood provides a serene setting for this transformative well-being experience. Immerse yourself in nature and emerge feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, focused, and inspired.
Guided Forest Bathing Experience
Embark on a soothing journey through nature with me as your guide. During this leisurely walk, you will engage in a series of sensory experiences designed to be immersive, meditative, and mindful. This is your chance to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life and fully embrace the tranquility of the natural world. Forest bathing is a nurturing self-care practice that aims to recalibrate your nervous system, fostering deep rest and relaxation.
Understanding Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku)
Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese well-being ritual that involves absorbing nature through your senses. This practice, which translates to ‘bathing in the atmosphere of the forest,’ offers a unique way to connect with the natural environment.

• Key Features of Forest Bathing:
• In Japan, forest bathing involves gentle walks covering approximately 1-1½ kilometers (½-1 mile) in about 1.5 hours.
• Guided sessions focus on awakening your senses, quieting your inner chatter, fostering presence, and deepening your bond with nature.

Benefits of Forest Bathing
Engaging in forest bathing can yield a multitude of psychological and physical advantages, including:

• Reduced stress and anxiety levels
• Lowered blood pressure and heart rate
• Diminished inflammation in the body
• Enhanced cardiac and pulmonary function
• Improved focus and concentration
• Elevated mood and emotional well-being
• Alleviated mental and physical discomfort

Forest Bathing Sessions
Each forest bathing session is thoughtfully curated to provide a blend of mindfulness practices, meditative experiences, and interactive activities. Participants can look forward to engaging in Earth Art, creating Nature Music in our Sound Lab, enjoying a Tea Ceremony, and other enjoyable and enriching pursuits.
Event Details
To ensure a personalized experience, each forest bathing session is limited to a maximum of 12 participants. For more information and to register, please review the outdoor consent for services here.
*This event is organized in collaboration with Forestry England.*