Wild & Well
with derry jayne
From the yoga mat to the forest floor...
movement, mindfulness
& nature connection
for holistic health & wellbeing.
Welcome!
I'm Derry. I'm a Forest School Leader, Holistic Health Therapist, Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher.
Through Wild & Well workshops, events and gatherings, it's my intention to help adults and children connect deeply and joyfully to the natural world with mindfulness, movement, bushcraft, foraging, ancestral skills and nature education.
To blossom, bloom and thrive!
All of my offerings are rooted in nature and my belief that leading a nature centred life, that's connected to the elements, the cycles and the seasons, is vital when it comes to cultivating good health and wellbeing.
To be wild is to be well!
Why Wild & Well?
I’ve worked in the world of health and wellness for over two decades delivering classes, workshops, and coaching to adults. And, since 2021, with preschools, primary schools, local authorities and organisations, leading outdoor learning and nature education for children.
I’ve witnessed first-hand the positive and powerful impact that nature connection can have for both adults and children alike - physically, mentally, socially and spiritually.
As well as taking my word for it, you can find a myriad of scientific studies out there evidencing the many benefits of nature connection and also the many ill-effects associated with the loss of that relationship.
Spending time outdoors regularly, and in a meaningful way, may sound simple enough. But in the fast paced and technologically driven world that we live in, we can all too easily find ourselves disconnected from the natural world around us and, in turn, completely disconnected from ourselves.
We ARE nature, after all!
Wild & Well is my small way of helping you to slow down a little, to reconnect and rediscover that innate bond that you have with the flora and the fauna, the earth and the sky.
With your own true wild nature.
Come and join me for my upcoming workshops & events in Sussex
Seasonal yoga
at the yurt 🌿
Wednesdays, 6.45 - 7.45pm
at The Sussex Country Yurt, Warnham.
Move in harmony with nature and align your energy with the rhythms of the earth.
Nature moves in cycles and seasons - and so do we!
These weekly sessions will support your health and wellbeing, with Hatha Yoga, focused breathwork and guided meditation, from the cold, dark winter days to the high heat of the summer.
We work in dedicated seasonal blocks that mirror the shifts of the natural world - Harvest, Huddle, Hush, Awaken, Blossom and Bloom.
Each session carefully curated for a small, intimate group with a strong sense of supported community. All abilities and level of experience are very welcome.
Booking is essential - please email me for full details and enrolment information.
Late Autumn Flow 🍁
Sunday 1st November 4-6pm
at The Sussex Country Yurt, Warnham.
As we settle into the depths of autumn time, and the natural world around us begins to slow, join me for a few hours of nourishing movement and mindfulness, warmed by the wood-burner and cosy in the candlelight at the beautiful Sussex Country Yurt.
Our time together will include:
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Slow and warming yoga flow, to promote balance and grounding.
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Mindfulness practice and guided meditation rooted in nature and the surrounding season.
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Soothing stretch, restorative practice and breathwork to invite deep rest and relaxation.
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Herbal tea, biscuits and the opportunity to connect with other lovely, like-minded souls.
Your investment: £30
Space is limited and therefore booking is essential.
REWILDING WOMEN🌱
Sunday 8th November 1-4pm
Tilgate Forest, West Sussex
This immersive event, created exclusively for women, is an invitation to disconnect from the digital world, step away from endless to-do lists and expectations, and reawaken your true wild nature!
Combining the restorative effects of Forest Bathing with the empowerment of traditional Bushcraft skills our time together will include:
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Firecraft: learning to build and light a fire from scratch, mastering the alchemy of friction, spark and flame with flint & steel.
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Forest Bathing: Using sensory practices and the healing properties of nature to quieten the mind and calm the nervous system.
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Foraging & Nature Craft: Learning to identify and use natural materials and tools to saw, split, whittle and create.
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Connection: Savouring tea and snacks warmed over the flames of our fire and enjoying the opportunity to chat and connect with other lovely, like-minded ladies.
Your investment: £40
During the event we will have full access to the Holistic Wellness Community hut, where we will be able to store belongings and use the bathroom facilities. There is plenty of free parking on site.
Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
WINTER WELLNESS ❄️
Sunday 6th December 4-6pm
The Sussex Country Yurt, Warnham
Come and join me by the fireside in the cosy warmth of the yurt, for a deep dive into all things wellbeing for wintertime.
As well as enjoying some mindful movement and meditation we'll discover how living seasonally and in harmony with nature, can greatly benefit our health and wellness at this time of year.
Our time together will include:
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Gentle and restorative yoga practice focusing on deep stretch and relaxation.
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Calming breathwork and seasonally inspired Guided Meditation.
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Ayurvedic insight for the season, including nutritional support, lifestyle and self-care practices.
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Herbal tea, biscuits and the opportunity to connect with other lovely, like-minded souls.
Your investment: £30
Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
Bespoke Events & Collaborations
In addition to my own events, I’m always open to collaborating with like-minded folk or hosting bespoke gatherings or workshops for children or adults – wellness, bushcraft, foraging or Forest School style events.
I’m fully qualified and insured for all of the practices and activities that I offer.
If you’d like to enquire about working with me, please get in touch.
