With so much focus today being on the way women look, it is no wonder really why many young girls feel as though they have to look, act and behave a certain way. ‘This Girl Can’ is a campaign that highlights how women see themselves in despite of the way they look - A bit of sweat, no makeup, old clothes, it doesn't matter.
As a youth charity, we want to support this campaign and actively promote how girls can choose more.Outdoor adventure is challenging, it is different, but it is fun and it does open up new experiences, learning and opportunities.
At Avon Tyrrell we teach young people (and adults) every day how to get the most out of their sessions with us, developing their life skills, boosting self-esteem, character and increasing confidence, we encourage people to try new things and believe in what they can do.
The outdoors isn't just about being outside, there is so much you can get from it on a physical and emotional level. It is a well-known fact girls (and boys) are vulnerable to judgement, many girls will actively choose to not participate in something for fear of further judgement. Yes, with outdoor activities you may get helmet hair, or you most likely will get water in your face, but girls can and do these activities in spite of this.
You don’t have to go to the Gym, you don’t have to sweat through a circuits class or Bootcamp session, you don’t have to do Zumba or go swimming. There are so many other ways to stay active in ways that you will enjoy. If you don’t enjoy it, don’t do it, but don’t not try it.
Outdoor fitness is a crucial part of having an active lifestyle so go Climbing, go Kayaking, have a go at Archery or go out riding, being in the New Forest National Park, we are lucky to have so many options surrounding us, so make this year one to try something new and see just how much you can do.
We are supporting this campaign to help young women see that there are so many more opportunities when they are not staring judgement in the face. These Girls Can.
Meet the Avon Tyrrell Activity Girls...
Tansi (22)
Best Tyrrell Activity: Climbing, High Ropes and kayaking
Hobbies/Interests: I love all kinds of sports, most of all snowboarding and climbing, which I thoroughly enjoy and wish to spend more time improving my skills on. Travelling and photography are my greatest passions. Wherever I go I try to experience and learn as much of the language, culture and about the people as possible. I like to bring forward my own ideas and use my joy to plan and organize.
Quote: “The outdoors and sports are like a physical and mental therapy to me and in combination they are just the perfect balance I need.”
Best Tyrrell Activity: High Ropes and/or Climbing
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, climbing and listening to music.
Quote: "I love the outdoors because I find it’s great to go outside and relax as it’s full of adventure and never boring."
Natalie (32)
Best Tyrrell Activity: Kayaking & High Ropes
Hobbies/Interests: Kayaking – white water & sea, Canoeing, Climbing, Rowing, Reading, Films, Spending time with friends & family
Quote:"I love working and playing in the outdoors because it is an environment that offers the same challenges to everyone regardless of background, ability, age or gender. The questions of how you are going to get up that mountain/cliff/tree or across/down that body of water etc. are the universal to all, it is simply a matter of the right attitude and technique! My job enables me to teach people some of these outdoor skills & activity techniques but the right attitude comes entirely from them and I feel very privileged to work in an environment that rewards anyone with determination so richly."
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