Wildstrong Reviews 20

Andrew and Gill at WildStrong Kingsbarns made this course very informative through experiential learning, informed activities and by embracing the Scottish weather!

Level 1 Movement Trainer course
I'm a physiotherapist and Pilates instructor looking for something different to deliver. This appealed on many levels - community minded, delivered outside (no matter what the weather!), strength and movement based and fun!
The level of knowledge delivered during the course is excellent, covering so many different aspects of coaching which I found really helpful. The practical sessions catered to all levels and abilities. The group work we conducted on the course helps consolidate theory and gave us chance to problem solve.
The location was fabulous (Cambo Gardens on the Fife coast) and I would highly recommend the course to others - either for personal or professional use.

The whole experience from start to finish was fantastic. It was so refreshing to be surrounded by like minded people from far and wide. I was relieved that the social media reels were an accurate reflection of how much fun it is! Gill and Andrew are so passionate. They have a real depth of knowledgeable and are so driven to build the Wild Strong community. This mindset of sharing contined through the wonderfully diverse group of people attending the course. I came away feeling empowered and excited to be continuing my Wild Strong journey, supported by a wonderful community as I plan to launch my Nature Moves group. I didn't want the course to end and I hope I get to go back and do more with Gill and Andrew in the future.

I've just got back from the Wildstrong Level 1 Course in Ilam. 2 fabulous weekends with Gill and Andrew learning how to be a movement trainer and establish your own Wildstrong community. The course was a great blend of practical and theory, which combined helped to bring the ethos and skills to life. Well paced with plenty of chances to learn from other members of the cohort. One of the best bits in as meeting the wide range of people who had chosen to be part of the course and they were such an integral part of making it enjoyable - lots of fun and laughter had even when we were exercising on the rain.

I came to this course a little uncertain about whether I would be able to set up my own community. I'm now so much more confident that I can do this and have the tools and support to do so. I'm really excited to spread the Wildstrong ethos to my corner of the world.

Practical courses led by well-informed and experienced tutors. Their passion for the subject area is palpable and makes for fun, conversation-filled sessions. The perfect balance of theory and practice.

I am currently working therapeutically outdoors in the field of nature and wilderness connection. I was seeking to integrate movement practice and coaching into this work. Wildstrong have a strong online presence and it was this alongside a recommendation from a colleague in the therapeutic nature field that drew me towards the coaching course. I understood that Wildstrong is about getting people together, outdoors, in community to move in ways that are fun and practical, with a view to improving and/or extending our ability to physically participate in life. All of this was enough to encourage me to sign up. What I didn't appreciate then is that Wildstrong is also a comprehensive movement system, albeit one that purposefully critically assesses and places itself and avoids being overly prescriptive. This gives practitioners and facilitators the freedom they need to authentically grow and develop in a sustainable and ecologically-informed way. Wildstrong is also a community in itself, formed by its initial practitioners Gill and Andrew who developed it based on a combination of personal need, passion and combined existing theoretical and practical expertise. But like the founding practitioners themselves, Wildstrong is an organically evolving entity which now encompasses a growing cohort of coaches and practitioners who are safe to develop movement practice in relation to the model and community that Wildstrong is. For me this means connection, reflection, theoretical learning, embodied learning and ongoing membership of a community, alongside the ability to individually and collectively advocate and facilitate for movement, community, outdoors/nature connection from all levels starting hyper-local up to even global. The power in this organism is ever growing and accelerating and I am fortified by my investment in and association with it.

Fantastic Ethos & lovely company. Gill & Andrew have and are building an amazing movement community that feels inclusive, playful and fun. I loved their 4 day course, learnt a lot about movement sessions, met some great people and had some very interesting chats & practicals. I look forward to delivering them myself in the near future - let's get moving outdoors!

The Level 1 training was so enjoyable for many reasons, one being the warmth and generosity of Andrew and Gill, which created a beautiful learning environment - everyone was immediately happy to share, chip in, ask questions, try things, look silly and laugh at themselves without any trepidation. I loved the way the training brought together many threads of knowledge, from learning theory and pedagogy to public health to movement theory to philosophy. The movement sessions were fun and engaging with a real focus on practical application of the skills needed for coaching. I made some great new friends too!

I've recently completed the L1 certification with Gill and Andrew, and would highly recommend it. They create a fun, interesting and insightful learning environment with lots of humour and time spent outside putting the theory into practice. The online materials are also vast and really helpful to us new coaches.
Both Gill and Andrew are clearly very passionate about what they do, their values and authenticity shine through. Their experience and knowledge is also clear, as is the fact they 'walk the walk'.
Thank you so much!! xx

Excellent course delivered by passionate and knowledgeable people. Highly recommend. Fantastic values and philosophy behind this work. If it has attracted you already, I can assure you, you won’t be disappointed.

I absolutely loved my Level 1 training with Wild Strong- It’s been much more than just a short training course for me and has made me realise how lacking in real movement many of us are and what our bodies need to be strong in the longer term (much more than just lifting weights!!) Gill and Andrew have developed some excellent online and face to face training to help people move more themselves or to give them the confidence to become trainers, whatever their walk of life. There are so many programmes in here to try and have fun at the same time!

I have recently completed the Level 1 trainer course with Wildstrong. What a fantastic course, there was so much in terms of top quality material and expert delivery packed into the 2 weekends along with ample opportunities to get 'down and dirty' with the practical sessions. An amazing way to learn loads, have lots of fun, meet a fantastic group of people and continue my journey to better movement and sense of freedom, fun and community building.

Absolutely amazing way to accidentally get fitter and stronger. I’ve been chatting and having fun and next thing I know, I’ve done a decent workout. And all outside! Having a job that keeps me indoors, I love that I don’t have to exercise indoors too. Going to WildStrong regularly has benefitted me in so many different ways, not just getting stronger.

I have attended several sessions on different days, engaging with different trainers and participants on these occasions. Every session was planned with care and attention, with helpful alternatives to cater for all. The trainers are highly skilled. Their unfailing positive support and encouragement is matched by that of my fellow participants, making each session, whilst physically challenging at times, a real joy.

The best exercise experience - outdoors, challenging, supportive ,playful and friendly

Wildstrong helps you to find time for you. Working busy shifts and taking care of children can be exhausting. Wildstrong offers me time to focus on me and when I go home I feel great! Outdoor exercise, laughing with friends and enjoying just being me… it’s good for the soul ❤️

A fantastic way to work out and learn news skills all whilst enjoying the great outdoors with a brilliant group of people. Couldn't recommend a better way to stay fit and happy!

As a certified personal trainer, this is where I go to get in an effective, well-programmed and fun workout for myself. I attend classes and have been through their Level 1 coaching programme. They know their stuff AND are able to coach in a way that enables everyone to understand and get excited about WHY we are doing certain things. It’s a fun and effective workout, and a very welcoming community.

I love WildStrong. Exercise outdoors is great and there is such a strong sense of community & support. I particularly like the variety of class content & not knowing what we’ll be doing until we get there - no time to put myself off!! Would definitely recommend

I feel stronger in only 6 weeks. Fantastic way to cross train from trail running