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Take a Virtual TourI was in an assembly at school before The Hive opened, staff came in to talk about The Hive was and I thought it looked fun and would get me out of the house. I was nervous when I first started as it is a huge place. There were new people and I had to get to know the staff.
I have come a long way and the staff who have been here have seen me grow. I am becoming more confident.
I didn’t really talk to anyone, now I have made friends and talk to more staff/people. Coming to The Hive has pushed me out of my comfort zone. I now regularly reach the top of the climbing wall, attend a gym outside of The Hive, and participate in external men’s mental health group walks thanks to a project they did at The Hive. (Raw n Real) I have also helped a staff member with their PT qualification.
When at The Hive I do basketball, climbing, archery, and I play pool. The staff and my mentor have helped me and gave me someone to talk to. They have been a good support network and I have had good conversations with them.
If I hadn’t come to The Hive I wouldn’t be into fitness. I have done a 5k and 10k run. I have completed two wellbeing projects I am more aware of myself and know when I need to speak to someone.