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"IKIGAI"

The thing that gets you up in the morning!MIM CIC believe that movement, connection and purpose can help each of us find, and live our IKIGAI.Move Gently - Connect Deeply - Live Purposefully

Ikigai the Japanese concept of "a reason for being".  

<h4>A Life Rebuilt – Now Available</h4>I'm delighted to announce that my new book, A Life Rebuilt, is now available on Amazon.This book is about resilience, hope and finding the strength to rebuild after life's setbacks.I haven't written it for financial gain. All proceeds will be donated to Counselling in the Community (CITC), Blackpool, helping to support people who need mental health and wellbeing services.If you would like to support this cause, or know someone who may benefit from reading it, I'd be truly grateful if you could share it.Order on Amazon: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1738540715">https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1738540715</a>Signed Author Copies – £9.99If you would like a personally signed copy for £9.99, you can purchase one directly from me. Simply use the email link on this website, and I'll be delighted to arrange this with you.Thank you for your support.Alan Gaynor ❤️

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Mind In Motion (MIM) CIC is a community-based organisation based in Blackpool, Lancashire, UK. MIM was founded by CEO Alan Gaynor, Counsellor and Sports Scientist.MIM uses physical activity, movement and the natural environment, combined with positive psychology interventions to strengthen, support and maintain healthy and resilient mental wellbeing.Across the UK, specifically Blackpool, Fylde &amp; Wyre, there are many people who struggle with stress, low confidence and feeling stuck for a variety of differing reasons and avoidance can become a habit, and motivation can feel non-existent .At MIM we maintain that physical movement builds mental strength, consistent action creates habit forming and long lasting change.CEO and founder Alan Gaynor, has over 40 years experience sports coaching and teaching.

Building Resilence through Movement 

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OUR GOAL:To help 100 people in Blackpool feel healthier, less isolated and more connected through gentle movement.OUR MISSION:To welcome 100 people into our community, where movement, conversation and connection help lift wellbeing and build brighter futures.

100 Minds in Motion 

BOX MOVE CONNECT - Funded by COMMUNITY FIRST for 12 WEEKS

MIM CIC's Box Move Connect course funded by COMMUNITY FIRST, Blackpool.FREE for 12 weeks, saving you £96.

Box Move Connect - 08.07.26

MIM CIC's Box Move Connect course has been funded by COMMUNITY FIRST, Blackpool.FREE for 12 weeks, saving you £96.

Box Move Connect - 01.07.26 @ Blackpool Sports Centre - Every Wednesday @ 10 am

Mind In Motion CIC supports mens mental health through positive psychology and gentle movement for ages 16+. Join us to build resilience and well-being in a welcoming community. Discover your strength through our unique approach today. This course can be delivered in a group setting or one to one.We can bring this course directly to you where you are, or you can come to us.Please email for details,

Mind In Motion's Men In Motion

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This course is available for groups and one to one delivered to where you are. This is a specialist course drawing on MIM CEO Alan Gaynor's one to one experience over 12 years with legendary martial artist Geoff Thompson. You will discover pre-fight dialogue and how to be pre-emptive if needs must. Please email for details.

SAFETY FIRST - The Psychology of Street Defence.

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Your 12-session Box Move Connect programme is COMPLETELY FREE through Mind in Motion CIC. @BLACKPOOL SPORTS CENTREEvery Wednesday @ 10 am01 July 2026 to 16 September 2026Non-contact boxing fitness &amp; wellbeing programmeFor anyone looking to improve their mental health, confidence, motivation and quality of life.

FREE (Worth £96) Thanks to funding from Community First Blackpool

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Help share the future of FREE wellbeing support in Blackpool. Scan the QR code on the poster to complete our short questionnaire (takes a couple of minutes).YOUR VIEWSYOUR COMMUNITYYOUR IMPACT

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@ Stargate Beach, Blackpool.Saturday, 8th August 2026Start time - 10 am

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"The greatest glory consists not in never falling, but in rising from each time we fall."

Based in Blackpool, Lancashire, UK, Mind in Motion CIC's founder &amp; CEO, Alan Gaynor had two simple beliefs:1) no-one should have to struggle alone2) gentle movement lifts heavy minds. Working and supporting people for over 40 years as an instructor, teaching, personal coach and mentor, Alan Gaynor has witnessed first-hand how anxiety, low mood, depression and isolation slowly takes hold, and too often quietly and unnoticed.Although, during his 40 years, Alan Gaynor has witnessed something powerful and inspiring:Gentle movement can lift heavy minds.Connection can restore hope.Being truly listened to can create change together.MIM CIC was created to bring these things together.At MIM, mental health &amp; wellbeing is supported through inclusive movement, mindfulness and community connection. Sessions are designed to be welcoming, pressure-free and accessible. Whether someone is struggling with anxiety, feeling isolated or simply needs a safe space to reconnect.No judgement, no expectations, just people moving at their own pace and supporting each other.MIM is about building confidence, resilience and belonging; one step, one conversation and one moment at a time.If you're finding things difficult, or know someone who might be, please reach out.You are not alone. Healing doesn't have to happen in isolation.Alan Gaynor, MIM CIC, Blackpool

The Story behind Mind in Motion CIC 

Saturday, 8th August 2026.Stargate Beach, BlackpoolStart time: 10 amFREE OF CHARGE - ALL WELCOMETO BOOK EMAIL: CLICK THE BUTTON BELOWA safe, professionally guided wellbeing walk to help you:MOVE / REFLECT / GROW / CONNECTBuild resilience Strengthen self-belief Connect with nature Improve mood through gentle movement Meet like-minded peopleLed by: Alan Gaynor, Founder/CEO Mind In Motion C.I.C., Blackpool, UK.MBACP Counsellor ABC Level 4MSc Positive Psychology &amp; CounsellingBSc Sports Coaching &amp; Exercise Science PGCE

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Box Move Connect 01.07.26 - Great first session really enjoyable. 

Box Move Connect - 01.07.26 - Great first session, everyone trained really well x

Park Walk & Talk session 21.03.26 - beautiful sunny morning for it.

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Personalized coaching sessions focused on building mental strength and coping skills through positive psychology techniques.

Resilience Coaching

Learn practical strategies combining gentle physical activity and positive psychology to effectively reduce stress and anxiety.

Stress Reduction Sessions

Join supportive peer groups that encourage sharing, growth, and resilience building through guided activities and discussions.

Community Support Groups

Interactive workshops providing knowledge and tools on mental health, resilience, and the benefits of physical activity.

Educational Workshops on Mental Health

<ul><li>MBACP Counsellor ABC Level 4</li><li>PhD Researcher</li><li>Master's Degree in Positive Psychology &amp; Counselling</li><li>PCGE Teaching Qualification</li><li>BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching &amp; Exercise Science</li><li>3rd Dan USKASKO / 2nd Dan CEKA /1st Dan KUGB Black Belt</li><li>EKGB Karate Coach</li><li>England Boxing Coach</li><li>BBBoC Trainer, Second and First Aider</li></ul>

Qualifications & Professional Background

I work strictly within the principles of Person-Centred Therapy, offering:<ul><li>Unconditional Positive Regard</li><li>Empathy</li><li>A safe, non-judgmental space</li><li>A calm, confidential environment</li><li>Support for you to explore at your own pace</li></ul>You are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, helping you feel heard, supported and empowered to move forward.

My Therapeutic Approach

Meet the Founder of Mind in Motion C.I.C.

Saturday 21st March, 2026 - Stanley Park Walk & Talk - beautiful, sunny morning

Saturday, 21st March 2026 - Stanley Park Walk & Talk - what a lovely morning!

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Help shape the future of FREE wellbeing support in Blackpool.Scan the QR code to complete our short questionnaire (takes 2 minutes).YOUR VIEWS YOUR COMMUNITY YOUR IMPACT

At Mind In Motion CIC, we combine positive psychology and gentle movement to help individuals aged 16+ build resilience and improve mental well-being. Join our supportive community and take the first step toward a stronger, healthier you.MIM will deliver this activity in a group setting, alternatively we can bring it to where you are, one to one.Please email for details.

FREE (Worth £96) Thanks to funding from Community First Blackpool

A Life Rebuilt - Alan Gaynor

A Life Rebuilt – Now Available

WE NEED YOUR VOICE

BEACH WALK AND TALK

We've launched our Grassroots Sport Lottery

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