Bournemouth Wellbeing Experience - Bournemouth

Megan Johnstone

Training with Bournemouth wellbeing experience has completely turned my life around! I first started training with Gav over 2 years ago and now have a completely different outlook on life and attitude towards fitness and looking after myself.

So far I’ve lost 1 stone and have changed my workouts to focusing on building muscle rather than loosing weight as well as dramatically changing my diet due to achieving my weight loss goal. Now I see training as a treat in my spare time rather than a chore that I felt too lazy to do. It’s also encouraged me to join the gym, which I never would have had the confidence to do before but I now love it!

The training Gav does is specific to my goals and each session he encourages me to improve specific areas, which is great for feeling good about what I’ve achieved and keeping track of my progress.

Before I started training I would wake up late, was unmotivated and had no intentions of incorporating good health into my daily life. With Fiona’s nutrition advice I now make weekly meal plans that organise me for the week and prevent me from going off focus, which I used to find easy to do.

I do 3 sessions a week with Gav and we train in different locations and do different types of training, which is always something to look forward to.

My confidence now is better than ever and I’d hate to think of what I’d be like now if I never made those changes.

Adrian Edwards

My wife and I signed up to the Wellbeing Experience and it exceeded our expectations. It was an opportunity to get some exercise, meet some other people, eat good food and enjoy the lovely Lulworth Cove. The mix of activities were perfect for each of our tastes and everything was pitched well to meet our exercise tolerances. I loved the Boxercise session while my wife loved the SUP yoga session. We met some awesome people and made some new friends. Gav and Fiona were the perfect hosts leaving no stone unturned. Their attention to detail was spot on. I’d thoroughly recommend their Wellbeing experiences. An amazing place with great people and quality exercise led sessions.

Zoey Charles

I found the wellbeing experience on Instagram and it fell on our anniversary so was the perfect opportunity to surprise my fiance with a weekend away. Gav & Fiona were very friendly easy to get along with, I felt well informed and looked after the whole time right from the start when booking. The planning and effort that went in to the weekend and to squeeze so much adventure into one weekend was incredible, it was so nice not to have to organise ourselves and to just turn up and have the best time. Lulworth cove was absolutely stunning the the hotel was beautifully situated with amazing views of the cove. The highlights for us were the paddleboarding, SUP fusion & Fionas nutritional talk which was very insightful. Gav really has a passion for fitness and the way he bought a group of people together was something special. We really enjoyed taking ourselves out of our comfort zone, spending the weekend with strangers but we really are so glad that we did and would highly recommend, such a memorable experience that we will cherish.

Andy Lewis

The Lulworth Experience with Gav & Fiona was just amazing ? What a stunning place to be in the world!
It's a full two days of activities to suit any fitness level. From the moment you arrive, organisation is apparent till the time to leave. As a city goer to get out into the blue & paddle board was a lot of fun as well as the group exercises.
I personally wanted a break for a weekend & mix with like minded people. Was on own but met a good set of people & look forward to next year.
I would recommend this weekend to free your mind & indulge in your health, you won't be disappointed

Katie Tuckett

Unbelievable Results!!!

The Oceana resort was very accommodating, the staff were helpful and friendly. I felt right at home.

The instructors were incredibly knowledgeable, encouraging and just great to be around. Although I already knew Gavin I felt like I got to know the rest of the team well and made some new friends.

The others guests were friendly and we all got along really well. Again, new friends made.

I found the sessions / seminars just right for timings and I love that the instructors all joined in too. So many different sessions, timed perfectly.

After this retreat I was absolutely buzzing for days. It lifted me up to an incredible height and left me just wanting to do it all over again.

I can't wait for the next one........

Lisa Fitch

What a wonderful experience from start to finish, Gav messaging back almost instantly with enquiries pre and boat booking. Gav and Fiona, 2 of the nicest people I have met let alone introduce us to the beautiful Lulworth Cove, whether that was paddle boarding or kayaking (this has to be the best part for me) or going for long scenic walks to admire the county side. Whilst being here we met so many lovely people who we stay in contact with still. I can’t wait to come again for next year. It’s an experience we will never forget.

maria parker-harris

I arrived at the retreat not knowing anyone, but left with a group of friends. I was nervous coming on my own, but the venue was easy to find and the views of the beach spectacular. The retreat host really looked after us and instantly put me at ease. We were regularly offered flavoured waters and the food at the retreat was excellent. Fresh, nutritious and of the highest quality. The venue was modern and very well presented, with luxurious surroundings. Ocean Beach Hotel is linked with two other hotels, offering a variety of leisure and spa options, including heated outdoor pools, indoor leisure facilities, restaurants, bars and even a pub.

The sessions were educational, inspirational and designed for real-world application. The recommendations were practical and realistic, some of which I have already incorporated into my life. I loved the fitness sessions and felt challenged, but only to my own limits. The yoga and meditation sessions were restorative and a great reminder of the power of nurture. Time between the activities meant that I really bonded with my fellow guests and left feeling more confident and fulfilled. I thoroughly enjoyed the retreat and left feeling much mentally lighter.

lisa scott

After a busy few weeks a friend recommended I take a break on a wellbeing weekend and it was the best decision I made! Leaving work and family life behind I headed to Lulworth by myself for a wellbeing weekend. And that is exactly what I got! Decent information sent through prior to the weekend so I knew what to expect then met by the hosts Gav and Fiona. What perfect hosts, nothing was too much for these guys, they were so lovely and helpful 🙂

The weekend included exercise classes, SUPing, swimming, walking, yoga, and a nutritional talk. It was a great mix of activities which I and fellow guests loved. Gav ran the exercise classes and adapted them for different levels of fitness, making them fun and challenging! All activities were optional if you'd prefer to hang by the swimming pool or explore Lulworth further. The hotel was right at the waters edge, with stunning sunsets and a relaxed and welcoming feel.

Lulworth cove is a perfect location for a wellbeing weekend, with the stunning landscape perfect for outdoor activities, then retreating back to the hotel for a swim and chill time before a BBQ and some star gazing!

thanks guys, will definitely be back next year 🙂