My Amazing Mind & Body Programme
MY AMAZING MIND & BODY is a transformational wellbeing and physical activity programme designed for young people aged 9–12 during the important transition from primary to secondary school.
This stage of life can often bring changes in confidence, friendships, emotional wellbeing and a decline in participation in physical activity. Our programme helps young people build resilience, healthy habits and self-belief while developing a stronger sense of identity and belonging.
Combining movement, mentoring, coaching and wellbeing support, MY AMAZING MIND & BODY programme gives young people the opportunity to develop lifelong skills for positive mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
This programme was co-created by Fiona Wadforth and Project:ME.
About this programme
This is a 12-week in-person programme combining:
- Fitness and physical activity
- Wellbeing coaching and mentoring
- Life coaching and mindset tools
- Growth mindset development
- Confidence and resilience building
- Personal reflection and emotional wellbeing support
The programme is designed to engage young people through enjoyable, supportive and energetic sessions that encourage participation, connection and personal growth.
Alongside the core programme, participants also benefit from:
- One-to-one life coaching support
- Personal action plans
- ‘Growth Work’ activities between sessions
- Celebration events and recognition
- Opportunities to become PROJECT:ME Ambassadors
The programme is designed for young people aged 9–12, particularly those transitioning into secondary school who may benefit from additional support with:
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Emotional wellbeing
- Social skills and friendships
- Anxiety around transition and change
- Physical activity and healthy habits
- Communication and resilience
Schools/community groups work closely with PROJECT:ME to identify children who may benefit most from the programme, ensuring targeted and meaningful support for young people and families.
We work in partnership with schools, parents/carers and participants throughout the journey – from pre-programme assemblies through to celebration events recognising progress and achievements.
12 weeks of engaging activity with 2 qualified, enhanced DBS checked, members of of PROJECT:ME team.
Weeks 1-6, 90 minutes each session, which includes:
- 45 minutes of weekly physical activity taught in a safe, fun and supportive way.
- 45 minutes of weekly interactive well-being activities centred around the following themes:
– how to raise self-esteem and stretch our comfort zones
– building resilience
– understanding how fear affects us
– understanding our mental health and how physical activity supports positive choices in our overall health
– growth mindset and managing our emotions
– introduction to mindfulness - Additional individual 1 to 1 life coaching sessions
- Weekly ‘Growth Work’ activities further reinforcing the programme’s messages and learning to complete in between the sessions
Weeks 7-12, 60 minutes each session, which includes:
- A further 6 weeks of 1 hour a week of physical activity to sustain their physical engagement using the confidence building tools acquired during weeks 1-6
- Celebration on week 12 bringing the learnings of the programme altogether
Sessions combine movement and wellbeing activities in a safe and engaging environment.
Activities may include:
- Fitness and exercise
- Team games and sport
- Boxing and movement
- Yoga and mindfulness
- Football and ball skills
- Life coaching conversations
- Journaling and reflection
- Goal setting and confidence building
- Communication and emotional resilience activities
Our approach supports young people to develop:
- Improved physical, emotional and mental wellbeing
- Greater confidence and self-esteem
- Positive coping strategies and resilience
- Stronger communication and social skills
- Lifelong healthy habits and routines
- A positive growth mindset
Through the MY AMAZING MIND & BODY programme, we aim to help young people:
- Feel more confident and connected
- Improve emotional wellbeing
- Sustain participation in physical activity
- Build resilience for future challenges
- Develop stronger friendships and community connections
- Access leadership and volunteering opportunities
We believe early intervention and positive community support can create long-term impact for young people, families and schools.
It is important to come dressed ready for activity, so comfy T-Shirt / joggers or leggings and please bring a drink.
You will be provided with weekly ‘Growth Work’ activities to complete in between sessions.
The PROJECT:ME team ask three things of our participants:
- Be Intentional: you are here to learn and to grow – having already set the time aside to be with us, use the time wisely, commit to the sessions and we will be with you to support you at all stages.
- Be Open to New Ideas: test the ideas out and see what works for you . We ask that you stretch yourselves, your comfort zone and begin to see confidence and self-esteem grow.
- Be Present: engage in the group activities as much as possible – we believe the more you put into the activities, the more you will get out of them, therefore take notes, get up and join in, we are all in this together.
Register your interest so we can answer any other questions.
We know the greatest impact happens when schools, families and communities work together.
That’s why we:
- Work closely with schools/community leaders throughout delivery
- Engage parents/carers from the outset
- Provide ongoing communication and support
- Celebrate young people’s progress and achievements together
Our programmes are community-led and designed to create positive ripple effects beyond the sessions themselves.
Creating Safe Spaces for Young People to Thrive
The safety and wellbeing of every young person is at the heart of PROJECT:ME
.
We are committed to providing safe, inclusive and supportive environments where children and young people feel respected, valued and protected.
Our team:
- Hold Enhanced DBS certificates
- Receive safeguarding training
- Follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures
- Work in line with health and safety guidance
- Promote equality, inclusion and wellbeing in all sessions
- Where required, we also work closely with schools, families and partner organisations to ensure young people receive the right support throughout their journey with us.
Safeguarding and wellbeing are embedded into everything we do.
The full programme investment is £4,275 for the complete delivery package for 2026.
This includes:
- A fully structured 12-week programme
- Delivery by experienced facilitators and qualified Life Coaches
- Weekly wellbeing and physical activity sessions
- One-to-one life coaching support for each child
- Growth Work and personal development activities
- Participant resources including journals and welcome packs
- Parent/carer engagement and celebration events
- Ongoing programme evaluation and impact reporting
By investing in PROJECT:ME programmes, schools and community organisations are providing young people with early intervention support that positively impacts confidence, emotional wellbeing, resilience, behaviour, physical activity and engagement both inside and outside of school.
Our programmes are designed to complement existing wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and safeguarding priorities, while helping young people develop healthier habits, stronger social connections and improved self-belief.
As a COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY (CIC), we are passionate about accessibility and may occasionally be able to support programmes through full or partial funding opportunities where available.
Please CONTACT US for more information.
Interested in bringing PROJECT:ME into your school or community setting?
We would love to discuss how we can tailor support for your young people and wider community. We also offer bespoke wellbeing, life coaching, physical activity and personal development sessions for schools, colleges, organisations and community groups including team days and teacher training inset days.