Bude Wellness Warriors

07/12/2025

Wet. Wild. Absolutely Worth It. This morning we smashed out our 30th Wellness Walk, and it had a bit of everything. Kicking off in Boscastle, we powered up the river into the steep, wooded valley—autumn leaves underfoot, mud everywhere, and the river in full flow beside us. The views across the twisting valleys were unreal. From there we pushed north, over rolling farmland, and out onto the coast path at Saddle and Gull Rock… just in time to be hit with full-on Atlantic energy. Huge swell, roaring winds, horizontal rain—the kind of weather that blasts your mind clear and fires you up for the week ahead. The coast path threw some steep, slippery sections at us, but the tribe smashed through it together. These are the days when staying home in comfy clothes would be so easy… but stepping outside, showing up for each other, and embracing the elements is what delivers the real physical and mental health rewards. Another class morning with an incredible crew of warriors. Would we do it again? Absolutely. Can’t wait for the next one.

06/12/2025

This morning the resistance hit us like a war drum. Northerly gale-force winds hammered our faces as we marched toward the ocean, driving rain making it difficult to see, and colossal 25-foot waves roaring like ancient beasts. Every step forward was a battle. Every cell in our bodies screamed for retreat. But warriors don’t retreat. We pushed into the cold, murky waters—united, unshakable. The moment we submerged, the mind waged its fiercest attack, begging for warmth, comfort, escape. Instead we chose presence. Breath became our anchor. Surrender became our strength. And in the heart of the storm, we discovered stillness—peace carved from pure chaos. The water measured 11°C, but with the ocean erupting around us it felt far colder, far harsher… and far more alive. Yet as a tribe we stood tall, solid, and forged in the elements. We sharpened our resolve. We strengthened our spirits. We walked out of that ocean unstoppable—ready to face any challenge this world throws at us. Warriors rising. Always.

29/11/2025

There was an outbreak of the infamous man cold across the tribe this morning, leaving a noticeable absence of budgie smugglers and brothers at the shoreline. But the strongest, most resilient warriors still rose before dawn and stepped forward to carry the tribe’s momentum. While others remained in bed battling the dreaded man flu, these legends marched toward the Atlantic and faced its raw power head-on. They put themselves into a place most wouldn’t dare to go—far beyond the edge of comfort, deep into the territory where resistance and fear try to hold us back. But that is exactly where weakness thrives and where poor mental health waits to take root. And this is why we call ourselves warriors: because we choose to rise above. We deliberately seek the difficult path, the path that forges discipline, strength, resilience, purpose, and connection. At 10 degrees, the ocean tried to test us. But we’re not just ready for the cold—we are hungry for it. The colder it gets, the sharper we become.

25/11/2025

🌟 NEXT WEEK WARRIORS UNITE CLUB SESSION — WEDNESDAY 3RD DECEMBER 🌟
⚔️Guest speaker: Ian Clarkson aka “Bear”
🕖 7–9pm
📍 Berries Community Café, Bude

Next week we welcome Bear, who will be courageously sharing his powerful personal story. For years, Bear chased career goals, material success, and the expectations of others. On the outside, he looked like he had it all. But on the inside, the pressure, perfectionism, and constant striving pushed him onto a path of depression and eventual breakdown.

In this session, Bear will open up about:
🔥 The hidden cost of living life for others
🔥 How success can mask silent suffering
🔥 The moment everything collapsed
🔥 And—most importantly—how he rebuilt his life with honesty, vulnerability, and purpose

These WU Club sessions are a space for the men of Bude to come together—whether you want to simply listen or share your own experiences. There’s absolutely no pressure to speak. It’s a relaxed opportunity to meet others, feel supported, and be reminded that none of us are alone. We can come through difficult times, and often we come through them stronger.

Come listen, connect, and be reminded that you’re not alone.
Everyone welcome.

22/11/2025

Today the tribe stepped into the kind of resistance that whispers turn back — and answered with forward. Linked by brotherhood and steady breath, we walked toward the Atlantic as the 10.5° water churned beneath a cold north wind. Drizzle drifted across the shoreline, turning the world silver and still, as if the ocean itself was inviting us to meet our edge. And we did. The shock of the cold became a doorway — a place where strength is remembered, resilience is reawakened, and the mind’s excuses fall quiet. This is the season when the cold becomes its fiercest… and we welcome every moment of it. Because as the chill deepens, so does our resolve. As resistance rises, so do we. Forward we go, as brothers. As Bude Wellness Warriors.

15/11/2025

After a week of unrelenting weather and life’s storms crashing at our doors, the Warriors did what Warriors do—we advanced. We stepped willingly into discomfort, drawing power from deep breathwork and the full force of cold-water immersion. In a world that hammers us with noise, responsibilities, and relentless demands, we carve out this moment to reclaim stillness. A calm forged, not found—one we carry with us into the next battle life throws our way.

The air may be mild for the season, but the water still bites with a warrior’s edge, holding steady around 13 degrees. It’s cold enough to jolt us out of the comfort zone, cold enough to remind us what we’re made of. As our minds clear—stripped of the clutter, the doubt, the lingering weight—we rise again. Reset. Reforged. Ready for whatever comes next.

09/11/2025

Despite the cold, the rain, and the thick grey skies, the tribe stepped forward today with full hearts and unshakeable resolve. We left comfort behind and met the elements head-on, carving out space for the deep, meaningful conversations that get buried in the noise of everyday life.

For a few sacred hours, we disconnected from the world and reconnected with what matters—nature, brotherhood, presence. The River Fowey surged wild and powerful, its fresh moorland waters carrying a fierce healing energy, reminding us how to mend both mind and body.

Some of the cold-water crew felt the resistance rise in them today. Doubt. Ego. Hesitation. But that’s where brotherhood shows its strength. With steady encouragement and grounded support, every man pushed through, surrendered to the moment, and stepped into the flow—holding presence even as the currents roared around us.

After the dip, we made our way up into the moorlands, breathing in the raw beauty and embracing the increasingly savage weather. A brief stop at Siblyback Café gave us warmth and respite before we finished the day like warriors—feasting together at Inkies Smokehouse, eating like kings and honouring the journey.

Another day of growth. Another day of connection. Another day forged in the elements.

08/11/2025

As the ocean crashed around us and the sun rose over Summerleaze Beach, the moon set on the horizon, we entered the cold together — united as brothers. In that moment, we faced our comfort-seeking minds head-on. We pushed past doubt, silence, and resistance. Together, we forged mental strength, clarity, and confidence through the power of the elements. Emerging from the turbulent waters, we stood taller — grounded, energised, and ready to take on whatever challenges lie ahead. With the air at 11 degrees and the sun breaking through the clouds, the sea carried a rare warmth — a reminder that through shared struggle and support, even the coldest waters can feel alive with purpose. Bude Wellness Warriors — strong in body, mind, and brotherhood.

02/11/2025

A great article about the power of mindfulness and how reshaping our idea of what masculinity is can create a better future for ourselves and those around us ☺️

The old-fashioned view of what it means to “be a man” is limiting and even harmful. With mindfulness, men can show up as their full selves—for themselves, their relationships, and their communities.

01/11/2025

Another crisp, blustery, and rain-soaked morning awaited the tribe at the sea pool today — but with new brothers joining the charge, there was no hesitation as we stepped forward into the cold.

This unrelenting environment is our training ground. It’s where we build strength, focus, and resilience that carry through into everyday life. Each time we choose to face the discomfort, we remind ourselves that we are not victims of circumstance — we are warriors, seeking challenge as a path to growth.

With the air at 11°C and the water at 13°C, it’s still relatively toasty compared to what’s coming… but that’s the point. We adapt. We prepare our minds and bodies for whatever life throws our way.

Welcome to the brotherhood — where the cold is our teacher and courage is our practice. ❄️💪🔥

31/10/2025

Warriors United Club is back next week!

After an epic first gathering last month, the tribe is coming together again for Round 2 on Wednesday 5th November, 7–9 PM at Berries Community Café. This is your space to reconnect, recharge, and rise — a free monthly meet-up for men aged 18+ to talk honestly, support one another, and strengthen mind, body, and spirit. No pressure. No judgement. Just real men showing up as they are. Each month, a different local warrior shares wisdom and tools to help navigate life’s battles. This time, we’re joined by local farmer Lewellyn Statton, who’ll lead the circle and share his powerful journey from burnout to becoming a strong, healthy, and grounded breathwork instructor. His story is proof that even from exhaustion, a true warrior can rise again.

- Refreshments provided
- Donations welcome
- No pressure to speak – your presence is enough
- Berries Community Café, Berries Avenue, Bude EX23 8QE

Come as you are. Stand with your brothers. Join the tribe — Warriors United.

25/10/2025

The white horses were crashing all around us this morning for what became a powerful, challenging, and fiercely exhilarating cold water dip. The tide was high, the waves unrelenting, and as the wind and rain struck our faces, each of us had to dig deep — drawing on the focus and energy built during our pre-dip breathwork.

For many, conditions like these would be a reason to stay under the covers. But for the Bude Wellness Warriors, this is where we thrive — standing strong against the elements, meeting the storm head-on, and finding clarity in the chaos.

Air temperature: 10°C
Water temperature: 13°C

Join us — same time, same place next week.
Breathwork optional. The cold is not.