Celebrate Walsall’s Heritage: Mettaminds Secures Crowdfund Walsall Support for a Journey Through the 80s and 90s
Our heritage. Our stories. Our wellbeing. We’re delighted to celebrate funding through Crowdfund Walsall to bring an exciting heritage project to life, celebrating the people, places and memories that helped make Walsall such a vibrant place to live, work and socialise. Through our project, Celebrate Walsall in the 80s & 90s, Mettaminds CIC wants to […]
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It's okay to talk – Safety Plan
At Mettaminds we really believe in people and believe we all have the ability to heal with the right support. We have been fortunate to work with so many great people, all discovering their journey to wellness. Our work to raise awareness of suicide and its effects and support has been a 5-year journey. Delivering […]
Read MoreIntroducing Mettaminds
At Mettaminds we have been busy planning, training, designing, and evaluating all we do. We are working on our main overarching therapy sessions, Leraaning Mind Method, incorporatinf Self care, open Wellbeing and Balance. We will also be delivering more regular Tai chi Qi Ging sessions, meditation and breathwork club and increasing the number of workshops […]
Read MoreSummer HAF 2026 (Walsall Council)
Mettaminds HAF Summer: Craft, Relax and Connect 🌿 This summer, Mettaminds brought together children and families for two creative wellbeing workshops at The New Art Gallery Walsall, creating a space to relax, learn, move and have fun together. Across the sessions, 17 children and 9 parents took part in a mix of breathing techniques, Tai […]
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Falls Prevention series- Launch Sepytember 2026
Mettaminds are honoured to be part of the funded organisations delivering falls prevention workshops acroos the south of the borough. Project Overview Balance, Strength & Flow is a free 12-week falls prevention and wellbeing programme delivered by Mettaminds for adults aged 50+ in Walsall. Beginning on 24th September 2026 at the Seedroom, Walsall Arboretum, the […]
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Hope Grows When We Work Together
Mettaminds and Walsall Bereavement Sometimes the best support comes from simply knowing you're not facing things alone. Over the last nine weeks, Mettaminds has been proud to work alongside Walsall Bereavement Support Service (WBSS) to deliver a bereavement support group for people waiting to access one-to-one counselling. Waiting lists can be difficult. Grief doesn't pause […]
Read MoreIntroducing our Wellbeing TUK-TUK
A tuk tuk??? Well, it draws lots of attention, makes people smile and is a conversation starter. Everything and more we could have ever dreamt of at Mettaminds. A vehicle that puts a smile on peoples faces and creates a sense of wellness. My idea is to use the tuk as a community vehicle, advertising […]
Read MoreMen's Wellbeing Alliance- Promoting Men's Services in Walsall
The Men's Wellbeing Alliance, a partnership between Metta Minds, Walsall FC Foundation and The MindKind Project, is delighted to launch the borough-wide promotion of the Men's Wellbeing Alliance website. The website is a one-stop hub for information about men's health, wellbeing and support services available across Walsall. By simply scanning the QR code, men can […]
Read MoreSweet Harmony – Celebrating Walsall, creating a wellbeing legacy
Sweet Harmony was a crowdfunded project celebrating heritage sites in Walsall that was connected in bringing happiness to people in the 80s and 90s. We want people to share their stories, memories, pictures, videos, flyers, anything connected to our wonderful heritage. We also want to capture your wisdom around happiness and good wellbeing, a message […]
Read MoreSuicide Prevention in Walsall- Birmingham Mind 'Creating a culture of support'
We were, and continue to be, proud to work alongside Birmingham Mind in delivering a Suicide Awareness and Champions Programme across Walsall for over 12 months. The initiative was designed to equip more than 300 local people with the knowledge, confidence and skills to recognise the signs of suicide risk, have supportive conversations, and signpost […]
Read MoreSweet Harmony- Celebrating Wellbeing in the 80's
Celebrating Walsall Many of us look back on our childhoods with great fondness — the places we grew up, the shops we visited, the friends we made, and the memories that shaped us. It's amazing to see the smiles that appear when people share stories from years gone by. Too often, Walsall receives negative attention […]
Read MoreEventbrite and Workshops
At Mettaminds we try our hardest to 'improve accessibility to wellbeimg'. Join us on one of our workshops introducing you to holistic practices or providing space to express yourself or learn. We also offer formal mental health training, suicide awareness courses and group therapy. Get in touch love@mettaminds.co.uk
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Latest News
Mettaminds would like to share the followng news: Tai chi now runs a Monday at 12 pm and Wednesday 1.30 pm at the Orchard Pavillion. We will be announcing a new venue, so please do look out for this. Mettaminds will also be guiding you at a new weekly meditation session, day and time to […]
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Love Open Compassion Kindness
Join us by repeating the daily affirmation of Love, Openness, Compassion, Kindness. Say it daily and breathe. Mettaminds campaign LOCK is aimed at spreading Love and Kindness through the words we say. A small investment will have long lasting benefits. Start today with the words. I am... or Feel in front of each kind word. […]
Read MoreLove Openness Kindness Compassion - LOCK it into every cell
We are pleased to release our new campaign to spread Love and Kindness through Walsall. Simply say the words everyday, breath in Love, Openness, Kindness and Compassion. Be, feel, See Hear. See how your perspective changes and this small investment can play a part in mind and body healing. Stem cell interference involves scientifically guiding […]
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Sharing the impact of Open Wellbeing
Open Wellbeing has been our core programme in helping people access wellbeing and assting in the 'healing' process. I am happy to share our impact on this day. Delivering today to our |Open wellbeing group, we talked about next steps in their healing process after there last session. They all feedback how a small change […]
Read MoreSchedule 2026
Mettaminds are pleased to share our schedule. We are pleased to announce an additional Tai chi session on Monday at 12 pm and a Meditation and Breathwork session on Friday 10am. Please contact us with any questions. the schedule will be live by the end of March 2026
Read MoreFree Workshops- Explore practices
Join us and experience some of the work we do at Mettaminds. Book your free place now at Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/mettaminds-cic-56655903483 Funded by Walsall Council to allow those in Walsall to experience alternative ways to healing.
Read MoreTai Chi at Chris Om Yoga
On the 16th November 2025 we were pleased to deliver a Tai Chi workshop to the people of Aldridge and surrounding areas. We had over 14 people attend . The feedback was positive, with people feeling relaxed, enthused and understanding the essence of the practice. Mettaminds will always continue to provide accessible solutions, work with […]
Read MorePromoting Mettaminds workshops in Walsall
Thank you to Walsall Public Health for funding a series of 18 workshop across 12 months. The workshops are designed to support communities and workers in accessing alternative therapies through accessible workshops. From breathwork, mediation to Tai chi and wellness coaching. Please sign up to our Eventbrite page to book and find out more.
Read MoreMen's Wellbeing Alliance- Supporting men's Mental Health
Mettaminds are proud to be a part of supporting, promoting and leading on the Men's Mental health strategy in Walsall. For a small organisation we are thrilled to be working in partnership with Walsall FC and The MindKind Projects. MWA already supported Walsall FC and TK Maxx in raising awareness in Men's Mental Health Awareness […]
Read MoreSupporting Wellbeing, our journey continues
Open Wellbeing continues to grow in strength. By this we mean how it is supporting people to find their true path, clarity and strength to realise their potential. Understanding the mindbody connection and releasing the restricted and limited relationship to whatever is being held. Mettaminds continues to support beautiful souls within their centre, Jobcentres (Walsall […]
Read MoreSupporting Neurodiversity, parents and welleing in Walsall
We are pleased to present our final report on our pilot project supporting parents with neurodiversity, their children and wellbeing. Please take a moment to read our report. We are pleased to announce that our parent facilitators will create their own CIC to continue with this work. Mettaminds sole aim it support and help grow […]
Read MoreWellness in Nature- Partnering with Natural England August 2025
We are pleased to host two workshops connecting those working in wellbeing to nature. The workshops will focus on breathwork, tai chi and connecting people to the natural environment. Please book via the links below https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1501463209879?aff=oddtdtcreator
Read MoreMen's Self Care and Relaxation Weekend
We are pleased to announce our second weekend getaway. Unfortunately we are fully booked . The weekend will be an ever present fixture of our service to the community. We will also look at extending this out to a mixed weekend, where everyone is welcome. 12 energies learning and connecting and sharing a space. No […]
Read MoreWalsall Holiday and Foods Programme (HAF) Summer 2025
Two workshop were held at the New Art Gallery in August, welcoming 25 children. They enjoyed breathwork, stretching and gentle Tai Chi.They also created vinyl printing tiles, producing some outstanding pieces of art. It is so lovely to see familiar faces. We try to make workshops welcoming , accessible and calm. We support neurodiversity and […]
Read MoreForged Men's Group
We were excited to host the Forged Men's group on Wednesday night. Please join us and connect with like minded brothers. Please get in contact with Paul. We welcome you . Rising Power brothers.
Read MoreSchedule
Mettaminds are pleased to announce our schedule/ Our schedule is live , with all classes, programs and sessions available. Open Wellbeing commences on 3rd September 2025. Our Self Care programme is available upon request. Please contact us for more information. Peace and Rising Power.
Read MoreMen's self care- Thursday at 12 pm
As our Self care programme edges towards the last few sessions, we would like to share the participants feedback. 8 great energies have been exploring different aspects of self care and being exposed to practices such as: journaling; mind tools; Tai chi and Qi gong; massage and therapies; personal grooming; and different types of movement. […]
Read MoreA few small changes to our Schedule
Our Tai chi session on Wednesday will now start at 1.30pm and not 2,15. Please contact us at love@mettaminds.co.uk Self Care, every Thursday at 12, is currently for Men (Funded by the NHS Recovery College). Please get in touch if you would like to enrol on the course, starting in March 2025
Read MoreDiverse Minds Community (DMC) Parents Group Guest Speaker
We would like to welcome our first guest speaker on the 10th February at 10.30. Please join us at the Seedroom, Walsall Arboretum cafe. We are also happy and proud of our new flyer. Email: parents@mettaminds.co.uk to book your place and to find out more
Read MoreOpen Wellbeing and Wolverhampton Jobcentre Plus
Mettaminds was asked to guide 8 beautiful people through our Open Wellbeing programme by The Jobcentre.Jin, our experienced guide, delivered confidence building and awareness provoling sessions over 8 weeks. Just have a look at the feedback and some of the outcomes they achieved as part of raising their power and self awareness. By simnply providing […]
Read MoreMettaminds Schedule for 2025
Rising power to every energy that we are fortunate to meet. We are excited to welcome and launch our schedule for 2025. Some highlights: Men's Self Care, funded by the NHS Recovery College Diverse Mind's Parent support meet up, every Monday (Darlaston or Walsall Arboretum) We will be running workshops, available to book via Eventbrite, […]
Read MoreTomorrow Matters- Donations Pledge board
Tomorrow Matters will officially launch in November. Mettaminds will be providing Suicide First Aid monthly (Bookable through our Eventbrite page) and creating a community amongst practitioners. We will also be running up to 5 donation based workshops per year. Thank you to the following for their kind donations:
Read MoreMen's Retreat MettaMindKind Project
Mettaminds and The Mindkind Projects have secured funding to provide an opportunity for 12 men to take part in a weekend retreat on 13th September 2024. Please follow the link to find out more and come back to see some of the the pictures and stories from the weekend. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/944971464087?aff=oddtdtcreator
Read MoreSEND/Neurodiverse Parent Support group
Diverse Mind Community (DMC) We are pleased to announce the launch of our new co-created parents group. The sessions are aimed at supporting you as parents If you would like to attend our sessions, they will be held at the following venues: Walsall Visitors Centre, Walsall Arboretum, starting on the 23rd September 2024 at 10.30 […]
Read MoreExciting new projects
Mettaminds have been busy 'creating and exploring' new possibilities. Through meditation, discipline and staying true to our values, the universe has guided us to embark on co creating some exciting projects. Look out for our new projects involving an 'active men's group', 'parents support project', 'Nature inspired wellbeing project'. All of the projects are being […]
Read MoreHeal and Restore Programme with Black Country Active
Mettaminds are pleased to announce our latest offering. Black Country Active have commissioned Mettaminds to deliver an exciting set of workshops, classes and programmes all based around encourage Walsall residents to be more active. Heal and Restore will aim to introduce movement through exploration of alternative practices. Explore Tai Chi, meditation, nature walking, slow movement […]
Read MoreEaster 2024 Children's workshops- Walsall HAF Programme
Easter HAF 2024, a celebration if nature and the elements. A big thank you to our partner organisations, The New Art Gallery Walsall, Nature Makers Walsall, The Table and Amy Middleton Photography. We created, moved and talked about healthy and natural foods. We have provided workshops and activities for children since the HAF programme commenced. […]
Read MoreCelebrating our Self Care Programme with Mettaminds- Walsall
UKSPF logo's Thank you so much to those who supported our Crowdfund to help us bring Self Care workshops and Day Retreats in Walsall. We hosted three separate 6 week self care programmes and two Day retreats. In total we guided 24 people through our Self care programme, examining Physical, Mental and Connection (Spiritual) Self […]
Read MoreCommunity Recharge- Supporting Professionals in our Community
Every month professionals meet at the Pavillion to tale part in a short wellbeing walk, gentle stretch and tai chi movements . We encourage you to take time in your working life to step out into nature to recharge. Refresh, reinvigorate and recharge. Get in touch or just turn up, a warm welcome and a […]
Read MoreMettaminds schedule for the Orchard Pavillion, King George VI Crescent, Walsall, WS5 3AH
Please take a look our schedule and join one of our sessions. Get in touch if you need any information about our services. love@mettaminds.co.uk
Read MoreSelf Care Workshops Every Thursday at 12pm
Self care is vital to wellbeing. Join us on a journey of exploring self care. Free workshops set over 6 weeks. Feel free to join at any time
Read MoreHappy Christmas to all and Love for the New Year
Thank you to all our beautiful souls for supporting us and our great partners for their belief in us. Have a read of our final goodbye to 2023. We hope 2024 we can learn more, grow with patience and spread our love to more beautiful souls. Peace and Love to you all Amrit - Mettaminds […]
Read MoreSelf Care -Crowdfund Walsall
Mettaminds are excited to announce our success in obtaining Crowdfunding to deliver self care workshops (6 week program) and Self Care retreats.Every Thursday - Self Care workshopsSelf Care Retreats- February and March Please get in contact to book your free place. This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. […]
Read MoreThe Orchard Pavillion
We often get asked where we are based. How do you get there? is it the Visitors centre? The Orchard Pavillion is located near The Crescent and Sutton Road Junction. We have lots of free parking and you can drive right up to the building. Please see the map below to help you find us.
Read MoreGood Vibes
Movement is so important to our health and mind health. At Mettaminds we believe the Min body are one unit, when we don't feel good in ourselves, our minds tell us and so does our body. We are happy to introduce 'Yoga with Maggie', we have a few spaces left, so please join us on […]
Read MoreOpen Wellbeing
We are pleased to announce we have started two new sessions and one in the pipeline.Open Wellbeing helps you explore mental health and wellbeing, including tools and therapies in a safe and non judgemental environment. Wednesday- 12pm-1.30Thursday- 10am-11.30Thursday Evening- online: 6pm- 7pm Get in touch by emailing us at: welcome@mettaminds.co.uk
Read MoreHatha Yin Yoga Sessions - Starting September 2023
Move with Maggie What do the sessions include? A blend of structured and restful practices based on BreathMeditationMovementRelaxation Drawing on the traditions of Hatha and Yin Yoga which are steady slow practices that offer time for the body to open, unfold and become still. This session will encourage you to be aware of your mind, […]
Read MoreOpen Day at The Orchard Pavilion
We are looking for ward to welcoming Community groups to our Wellbeing space. Mettaminds will launch their schedule in September to welcome Walsall and Black Country community to benefit from our programs and classes. Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation and breathing, Nature, Open Wellbeing, Happiness, Mindfulness Photography and much much more.
Read MoreHAF Easter Pictures
We are so lucky to work with some great people. Thank you to Amy Middle Photography for producing some fantastic posts and pictures. Beats my phone, and my editing skills. Always use a professional. :) Thank you. Peace and Love to you all.
Read MoreEaster HAF Creative and Tai Chi Workshops
Please take a look at our HAF report. HAF is run on behalf of Walsall Council, providing workshops to children from 5-16 year old recieving 'free school meals'. Careful planning goes into designing and delivering our workshops, and choosing the right delivery partners. We ensure we combine creativity, movement, breathing, self care and nutrition, and […]
Read MoreMettaminds has a Home
Mettaminds are pleased to welcome everyone to a place where we will based. Welcome to the Orchard Pavillion, located in Walsall Arboretum. We will be based there three days a week, and will hope to run a variety of wellbeing and mental health sessions and services. Open Wellbeing will be available on three days, and […]
Read MoreOpen Wellbeing
Organic growth and Rebalance Mettaminds introduced the Open Wellbeing program. Something that was developed from my own experience of mental health and wanting to help people find 'their' journey to balance. The concept of Open Wellbeing is simple, work on 'you', your mind, body and perspective. When you have an idea and see it grow […]
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Mettaminds Retreats- Self care
We were blessed to welcome 10 beautiful people onto our first 'Day Retreat', focused on promoting self care. The retreat, in conjunction with International Women's Day, was held in the Seedhouse, Walsall Arboretum. Most of the participants were previously part of our Open Wellbeing program, and had an expressed an interest about exploring self care […]
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Work on the inside
We often look to the external, the outside of ourselves. Problems, stimulus, people, relationships, situations. Thus, when we look for answers, we focus on solutions that are external to us. Change our environment, let go of friends, surround ourselves with 'nicer' objects. It is our reaction to the external and accepting how we relate to […]
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Christmas Creative Wellbeing workshops
At Christmas we ran craft and Tai chi workshops. Combining both elements has allowed us to explore the seasons, through Tai Chi philosophy and movements, move and stimulate our creative mind. The sessions have been very well received by both parents and children. The HAF programme is developed to support children receiving free school meals, […]
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Open Wellbeing
Mettaminds Core Programme Open Wellbeing is becoming more established in the wellbeing landscape within the Black Country. The programme helps participants better understand mental health and explores many strategies to finding 'balance'. The programme is available online and 'in person', in addition it also run on consecutive days or as weekly 2.5 hour sessions. We […]
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Dragon Tai Chi and 'Air'
Creative WellbeingMettaminds were proud to welcome over 90 children to our workshops, hosted by The New Art Gallery Walsall as part of Walsall Council's HAF Programme (2022) Harnessing Tai chi, origami, and creative art, we delivered a fun and interactive set of workshops. The 'dragon' represents 'air, and the children used this theme to create […]
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Mettastart in Walsall Schools
Mettaminds supported over 18 different schools in running the Mettastart program. The program incorporates a series of Tai chi movements and breathing exercises that are practiced for up to 10 minutes at the start of the day or at a time that suits. Mettaminds held there first session and will continue to offer the service […]
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Pause, refresh and nurture.
It's a time to reflect and take notice of you. In this period we can reflect on us. Where we are right now.! The past does not serve us and future is not written, but our thoughts are here right now I will be holding Tai Chi sessions every Tuesday and Friday . I will […]
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Walsall Council Summer activities 2021
Mettaminds is proud to, once again, is offering some exciting workshops for the children of Walsall. Innovation and creativity is at the heart of our wellbeing programmes. Making wellbeing more accessible.
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Engage Your Mind Each Day
Meditating for at least five minutes a day has physiological (body) Psychological (mind) and spiritual benefits. Whether it is a silent meditation, mantra or walking, take time out. Meditation is not about emptying the mind, it is about slowing down and using your breath to bring peace into the mind and body. No 'to do' […]
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Stress Management in Schools
Part of everyday life is dealing with work life, hectic scenarios, workload and pressure. Stress can be healthy in certain situations, but too much can have huge health impacts.Our schools programme, either full day workshop or 10 week programme can really help you to face stress head on and make positive change. Parkhall Junior Academy […]
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Summer Half Term. Walsall Council HAF
What a week and how wonderful to welcome 13 children to our Creative wellbeing programme.A week of animal based tai chi, gratefulness, positivity and art and crafts. Overall, the feedback was immense, our young people did not want to leave. We will definitely repeat this, with many parents enquiring about our workshops. Tiger inspired canvas […]
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