Volunteer with Mind Body & Sea

We need more volunteers. Most of ours had never set foot on a boat before they joined.

Why we're asking

With ten regular volunteers we run two sessions a month. With twenty we run ten. That's the only reason we're asking.

You don't need any boating experience — we'll train you. You don't need to be on the water either; we need just as much help on shore.

Four ways to help

Crew support

On the boat during sessions, helping participants feel safe, comfortable, and engaged. No prior experience required — full briefing and lifejacket provided.

Activity support

Helping facilitate fishing, crabbing, wildlife watching, or photography sessions. Quietly competent people welcome — the participants do most of the talking.

Shore admin

Referral coordination, partner communications, and event organisation from the office or from home. About 2–4 hours a week, flexible.

Fundraising

Help us run or attend community fundraising events. Suits sociable people with an evening or weekend to spare a few times a year.

What we ask

  • A few hours per month (sessions are typically half or full days)
  • Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
  • Commitment to our values of accessibility, quality, and community
  • A basic DBS check (we'll support you through the process)

We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds and experience levels. If you love being on or near the water and care about your community, we'd love to hear from you.

What we provide

Volunteering with Mind Body & Sea is supported, structured and safe. You don't need boating experience.

Full induction & training

Safety briefings, on-board familiarisation, and ongoing support from our crew. You'll never be asked to do something you haven't been trained for.

DBS check covered

We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check and walk you through the process. It's part of our safeguarding commitment to participants.

Flexible commitment

Volunteer when you can. Most of our crew help out a few times a month around the sailing season — whatever fits your schedule.

Get in touch

Fill in a few details and we'll be in contact to talk you through next steps. All enquiries handled in confidence.

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