Mark Beasley Coaching, Therapy and Training

17/06/2026

🌊 THIS SUMMER… TRADE THE SOFA FOR A PADDLEBOARD! 🌊

Ever watched people gliding across the water and thought:
👉 "I'd love to try that..."

Or maybe you've already got a paddleboard sitting in the garage that's seen more dust than water?

This is your sign.

🏄 INTRODUCTION TO STAND UP PADDLEBOARDING
Perfect for complete beginners.
No experience needed. No pressure. No awkward fitness expectations.
Just friendly coaching, fresh air, plenty of laughs and the chance to discover why SUP is one of the UK's fastest-growing outdoor activities.

📅 26th July & 23rd August
⏰ 10am–12pm or 1pm–3pm
💷 £35pp

🚀 SUP IMPROVER SESSION
Already paddled before but want more confidence?
Learn practical skills, improve your technique, boost your safety knowledge and enjoy your time on the water even more.

📅 28th July
⏰ 7pm–9pm
💷 £35pp

📍 Sutton Cheney Wharf, Leicestershire
👉 Book online at mark-beasley.co.uk/paddleboard_booking

✔ Friendly coaching
✔ Stunning location
✔ Equipment hire available
✔ Great for individuals, friends and families
✔ A new adventure waiting just outside your comfort zone

⚠️ Warning: Side effects may include a love of being outdoors, meeting like-minded people and spending far more time on the water than you planned.

💬 Tag the friend who keeps saying "we should do something different this summer!"

🔄 Share this with someone who needs a new hobby, a confidence boost, or simply an excuse to get outside.

16/06/2026

🚣‍♂️ More Than Just Paddling... Build Skills, Confidence & Adventure

Whether you're taking your very first paddle stroke or looking to progress towards leadership and coaching, we've got a course to help you take the next step.

✅ Paddlesport Coaching
Personalised coaching in kayak, canoe and SUP, tailored to your goals. Improve technique, boost confidence, paddle more efficiently and get more enjoyment from every session.

✅ Safety & Rescue Course
Learn the essential skills to manage common paddlesport challenges, make good decisions on the water and help keep yourself and others safe.

✅ Paddlesport Leader Course
Develop the confidence and skills to lead enjoyable, safe and rewarding journeys on sheltered water in kayaks, canoes, SUPs or mixed craft.

✅ Paddlesport Instructor Course
Perfect for those wanting to introduce others to paddlesport. Gain the skills and confidence to deliver fun, safe and engaging taster sessions.

🌊 Whether your goal is adventure, personal development, leadership, coaching others, or simply becoming a more confident paddler, there’s a pathway for you.

📍 Based in Leicestershire
🚣 Kayak | Canoe | SUP
💬 Get in touch to find the right course or coaching session for you.

Your next paddling adventure starts with learning the skills to enjoy it safely and confidently.

13/06/2026

At Stoney Stanton Carnival today launching our Introduction to SUP and Improver SUP workshops. Come and see us.

12/06/2026

Research and ambulance service campaigns suggest this is often due to hesitation around:
💡Touching the chest area
💡Removing clothing
💡Fear of doing something “wrong”
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But evidence is clear:
🚑 Early CPR + early defibrillation = highest chance of survival
Every minute without CPR reduces survival chances by around 10%.

❗Prioritise life saving over modesty. Clothing is temporary. A life is not.

08/06/2026

First Aid Isn't About Knowing Everything...

🤔 I used to think first aid was about having all the answers.

Knowing exactly what to do.
Remembering every procedure.
Being the person everyone turns to in an emergency.

Then I witnessed something that changed my perspective.

A colleague suddenly became unwell at work.

Nothing dramatic.
No flashing lights.
No TV-style emergency.

Just that awful moment where everyone looked at each other and realised...

Nobody knew what to do next.
Not because they didn't care.
Not because they weren't capable.

Because they were waiting for someone else to take charge.

And that's when it hit me:
👉 First aid isn't about being a medical expert.
👉It's about being the person who can step forward when everyone else freezes.

The person who knows how to assess the situation.
The person who can make a decision.
The person who can start helping while others are still wondering what to do.

Most first aid situations aren't major incidents.
They're everyday moments where confidence matters more than perfection.

Because doing something is often far better than doing nothing.

And sometimes, that's all first aid really is:
Having the confidence to take that first step when someone needs help.

06/06/2026

03/06/2026

💔 Suspect a Heart Attack? Call 999 immediately

Here is how you can help while you wait for the emergency service:
✅ Help the person sit down and stay calm
✅ Loosen any tight clothing
✅ If they're not allergic and are conscious, offer 300mg aspirin to chew slowly
✅ Reassure them and monitor their condition
✅ Be prepared to start CPR if they become unresponsive and stop breathing normally

First aid isn't just for emergencies—it's about having the confidence to act when it matters most.

When was the last time you refreshed your first aid skills?

31/05/2026

"Heavy Bleeding? Here’s How You Can Help"

When someone is bleeding heavily, time is everything.
🚑 Would you be able to keep them safe until help arrives?

🩸 Call 999 immediately�
🩸 If available, wear gloves to protect both yourself and the casualty�
🩸 Check if anything is embedded�
🩸 If there is anything embedded - press firmly on either sides of the object�
🩸 If there’s nothing embedded, apply firm pressure with a clean pad or dressing�
🩸 If the bandage is soaked, replace it with a new one ��

Help save lives—sign up for a First Aid course to get the training you need! ��

28/05/2026

🚑 Knowing how to place someone in the recovery position could save a life.

Here are the key points to remember:

✅ DO
• Check for breathing first: Make sure the casualty is breathing normally before placing them in the recovery position. If they’re not breathing, start CPR.
• Keep the airway open: Gently tilt the head back once they’re in position to ensure the airway stays clear.
• Support the neck and spine when rolling: Roll the casualty onto their side as one smooth, controlled movement.
• Bend the top leg: Position the upper leg at a right angle to stabilise the casualty and prevent them from rolling onto their stomach.
• Monitor their breathing continuously: Stay with them and keep reassessing their breathing until help arrives.

❌ DON’T
• Don’t use the recovery position for someone who isn’t breathing: Unresponsive and can’t wake them? Call 999 immediately to help you assess the breathing and advice whether to start CPR.
• Don’t put anything in their mouth: Never attempt to “clear the airway” with your fingers unless something is clearly visible.
• Don’t leave them unattended: Conditions can change quickly—always stay close.
• Don’t force limbs into place: If there’s obvious injury or resistance, adjust the technique gently and carefully.
• Don’t forget to call 999: If someone is unresponsive—even if they’re breathing—emergency help is always required.

👨‍⚕️ Nothing beats hands-on practice - get in touch if you want to learn life saving skills.

25/05/2026

💡A handy acronym to help you remember how to respond to an unconscious casualty while following your DRSABCD.

👉 If you do not get a response, call 999 to guide you through checking for normal breathing.