MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 2025: CALM & CONNECT AT SUGAR HOUSE ISLAND
This May, Sugar House Island invites you to Calm & Connect — a week-long programme of uplifting, restorative, and community-driven events as part of Mental Health Awareness Week (13–18 May 2025).
Whether you’re looking to move your body, nourish your mind, or simply take a moment to breathe, our curated line-up has something for everyone — and it’s all free to attend.
If you’re new to the Sugar House Island app, download it from the App Store or Google Play and select ‘Visitor’ to get started.
Walk & Talk
Monday 12 May, 6:00PM
Step into a slower pace with this guided walk led by transformational coach Angelena Hindocha. Connect through conversation or shared silence as you explore the island and Three Mills area.
📍 Meet outside the Type Building, Chimney Walk
*In case of rain, we’ll head to The Rum House
Food for Thought
Tuesday 13 May, 12:30PM
Join nutritionist Helen from @fadfreenutrition for a relaxed lunchtime talk exploring how food impacts your mood, energy, and mental wellbeing — with healthy snacks included.
📍 Island Bikes
Spaces limited – RSVP to secure your space here
Sunset Reset: Outdoor Yoga
Wednesday 14 May, 6:15PM & 7:30PM
Unwind with Lexi Elven of Blithe Yoga in a golden hour outdoor session designed to gently stretch, centre, and calm. All levels welcome.
📍 Chimney Walk
Mats & blankets provided | Wet weather plan: The Rum House
Tune In, Tune Out: Sound Bath
Thursday 15 May, 7:30PM & 8:45PM
Find stillness and deep rest through a soothing sound bath meditation led by @blithe_yoga.
📍 East London Dance, The Talent House (Studio 1)
Mats and eye masks provided
Box It Out: Women’s Boxing
Friday 16 May, 7:00PM & 8:00PM
Shake off the stress with @theaproject__ in this empowering, high-energy boxing session — open to all who identify as women.
📍 East London Dance, The Talent House (Studio 1)
No experience needed
Talk It Out: Men’s Mental Health
Saturday 17 May, 11:00AM
Facilitated by MANUP?, this open and supportive space welcomes all who identify as male to share, listen, or simply be present.
📍 Island Bikes
Spaces limited – RSVP to secure your space here
Reasons to Rise: Painting Workshop
Sunday 18 May, 3:00PM
Join artist @gizemgozdeucar for a reflective sip-and-paint session inspired by what keeps you going. No art experience needed — just come as you are.
Sign up for Reasons to Rise here
📍 Island Bikes
Materials and refreshments included
All events are free, open to all, and designed to help you connect with yourself, others, and your surroundings. Whether you’re here for movement, mindfulness, or meaningful conversation — come as you are.
Let’s Calm & Connect.