Unbreakable Foundation

Through the power of physical activity, we enable our kiritaki to be more confident, connected and in control of their hauora.

Christchurch, Canterbury

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Physical activity can have countless benefits, from connection to confidence, but it can be challenging for everyone to access. The Unbreakable Foundation works with communities facing barriers to physical activity to enable and empower them.

Our Safe Gains project provides a weekly Rainbow-safe exercise class. Our participants develop the confidence, skills, and connections through these classes to access physical activity outside the sessions.

Our Whakakaupapa Unbreakable project provides 10-week programs for schools and youth justice residences to allow students to access physical activity in a way that isn't usually available to them, through barbell movements.

All of our projects operate from the holistic mindset, utilising Te Whare Tapa Whā, that health encompasses many aspects, which is taught throughout these programs and sessions.

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The Unbreakable Foundation works within hard-to-reach communities to empower them to be more active. Through codesigned programs, we provide support and education to enable people to improve their physical and mental health.

Safe Gains 15 February 2024

Our Safe Gains pilot in 2023 was a beautiful success. Every week we had eager kiritaki showing up to move their bodies, learn and connect with others. We were able to get out of the gym on many occasions to try different types of movement including bouldering, circus skills and trail-walking.

Some of the feedback we got from last year:

"This is the first fitness class where I've felt truly safe"

"I actually want a exercise and move my body now"

“I have met cool people I never would have met before"

“I have learned how to lift and move in ways I love"

We are very excited to keep developing and growing this program in 2024. Thanks for supporting this awesome mahi!

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