Surfing provides therapy for front line workers

A group of emergency service workers, including a paramedic, a firefighter, and a police officer, have taken part in a surf therapy programme called Surfwell in north Devon.

Surfwell is operated by Devon and Cornwall Police and is run entirely by serving police officers.

The one-day programme combines group exercises, mindfulness, surfing, and one-on-one conversations to help participants process trauma and improve their mental health.

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