Trauma Informed Boxing

About the event

During the workshop, we will learn what trauma or stress is, and how it can affect our bodies – but also, how we can learn to heal from this. We will learn some boxing techniques, practise these using gloves and pads and bags, and then do some vagas nerve stimulating activities including meditation and breathwork.

Most importantly, we will be connecting with each other and having fun in a safe and loving space - whilst listening to mainly DnB. Other genres welcome and we'll take requests on the day!

What is the key accessibility information?

At this event there may be loud noises from music or people talking loudly. There won't be crowds at this event, but it may be busy travelling to or away from the venue. The Sports Centre, Penryn Campus is fully accessible with accessible toilet access. Please ask a member of the team if you're unsure where this is. Your nearest quiet space for this event is the Students Union, Penryn Campus. 

If you have a problem at this event, please let the organiser know by raising your hand. You can leave the event at any time and for any reason, please give the organiser a thumbs up if you're okay and just need some time alone. If not, they'll check you're okay and follow up with you at the end of the session. 

Who is running the event?

This event is being run by Alex Denyer, who is a mental health nurse; a bioenergetic, somatic, bodywork practitioner; and a trauma informed boxing coach. There may also be staff from the SU. Our Meet the Team page includes information about every member of The SU team.

If you need a buddy to support you with arriving at the event, please email The SU on info@thesu.org.uk and we will work out what we can arrange to help. This might be someone meeting you before the event start time or simply talking you through more details of what to expect. We want to help you access our events so let us know what you need.

Where is the event taking place?

The event is taking place at the Sports Centre on Penryn Campus. This is in the centre of the campus and is best accessed by taking the steps up from the train station, walking towards the lodge, continuing to walk up the hill keeping the Stannary on your right, past the SU. Shortly before the car park, take a left turn along the pathway and make a slight right at the end.

The exact location on What3words is: ///underway.snowmen.dare

What should I expect?

At this event, there may be bright lights, music and people moving their bodies and practicing boxing techniques. There will be people punching pads and a bag – but not each other! We have plans in place for if the space becomes too busy.

There will be a member of staff present to support the event and answer your questions. There may be photography and videography at this event that will be used for SU marketing, please speak to the member of staff if you don’t want your photo taken.

This event is only for students of Falmouth University and the University of Exeter Cornwall Campus.