Bear In Mind

Programme ID 176

Organisation Bristol Bears Foundation

Organisation type Registered charity

Registered Charity / Company 1137395

Primary contact Email info@bristolbearsrugby.com

Organisation Website www.bristolbearsrugby.com

REGION ACTIVE England - South West

LOCAL AUTHORITY Bristol

GEOGRAPHIC REACH Local

SPORT USED Rugby union and physical activity

SOCIAL PURPOSE Inclusion & Equity, Mental Health & Wellbeing

CURRENT STATUS Active

AGE RANGE 12-16, 17-25

DELIVERY SETTING School

SESSION FREQUENCY Weekly

ACCESS Partner-only

LAST REVIEWED October 23, 2026

REVIEWED BY Xavier Wiggins (Sport Local Action)

ABOUT THIS PROGRAMME

Bear In Mind is Bristol Bears Foundation's 12-week health and wellbeing programme for girls aged 14 to 16 in secondary education. It helps girls build self-confidence and resilience and keep an interest in sport and physical activity, while exploring stress, self-care, body image, the impact of social media and positive relationships. Sessions mix classroom workshops with practical sessions built on the rugby union values of teamwork, enjoyment and respect.

WHO THE PROGRAMME SUPPORTS

Children & young people, Women & girls

ACCESSIBILITY

Delivered in secondary schools for girls aged 14-16, mixing classroom workshops with practical sessions.

SAFEGUARDING

Safeguarding policy in place.

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EVIDENCE & LEARNING

Not currently available

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