Across Scotland and the UK

COLD WATER THERAPY EVENTS/ADVENTURE RETREATS AND MINDSET COACHING

Welcome to WaterMind Scotland

BE PART OF SOMETHING GREATER

Here at Watermind Scotland our aim is to help people create a stronger mindset and become the best version of themselves. We hope our events allow you to relieve as much stress as possible, connect with your inner peace and live life to the fullest.
​At Watermind Scotland, we invite you on a journey of self-acceptance. We help women and men to feel more confident, sharper and stronger and teach how to accept and love yourself unconditionally whilst enjoying the wonders of mother nature. Our events include many different activities such as cold water therapy, beach yoga, ecstatic dancing, breathwork meditation, chanting, motivational affirmations, chasing waterfalls, boat trips, minibus adventure retreats and more! We host wellness events and adventure retreats all over Scotland and the UK and we encourage anybody to come along and join in with us!

With Watermind Scotland you can ‘be part of something greater.’

WELLNESS EVENTS

Refresh your body and mind with our waterside experiences.

WONDERSCAPE ADVENTURES

Connect with nature through our Wonderscape events.

LEARN MORE ABOUT US

Discover more about us and our transformative experiences.

Approach to Wellness

At Watermind Scotland, we offer a variety of immersive services and events designed to enhance your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Our offerings include Cold Water Therapy, Beach Yoga, Wild Swimming, and Waterfall Adventures, all crafted to help you reconnect with nature and experience a deep sense of inner peace.

Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, build resilience, or simply enjoy the stunning landscapes of Scotland, our events are tailored to support your journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

Each experience is carefully designed to help you feel more confident, balanced, and at ease in your own body. Join us for one of our transformative events and leave feeling rejuvenated, refreshed, and ready to embrace life to the fullest.

Guided events for lasting well-being.

Rejuvenating therapies and activities.

SHIRLEY SCOTT

QUALIFIED COLD WATER THERAPY AND LIFE COACH

Shirley Scott is a Wellness Therapy Life Coach and qualified cold water therapist and is the founder of Watermind Scotland. Shirley has over 4 years experience in successfully running a wide variety of wellness events and adventure retreats using yoga, breathwork, meditation, cold water immersion and wild swimming across Scotland and the UK. Shirley’s passion and desire to empower and inspire others is at the heart of Watermind.

She has used the natural landscape to provide a wide variety of motivational, powerful, fun and uplifting activities ultimately aimed at achieving a range of mental and physical health benefits. Shirley’s aim is to help people to step out their comfort zone and to encourage them to make positive changes in their life by experiencing the extra ordinary by participating in these events. Immersing yourself in mother nature and the wonders of our beautiful planet can have a powerful impact on your life. Always say YES to new experiences as you never know which one is going to turn everything ON! With Watermind Scotland, find your purpose, step into your power and meet life long friends along the way!

DOUGLAS BURKE

PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER/MINIBUS DRIVER

Douglas Burke is an essential part of Watermind Scotland not only is he Shirley’s partner in crime but he is the photographer, videographer and driver for the Watermind events and adventure retreats. Dougie captures the perfect shot, ensuring that every magical moment of our incredible events and retreats is beautifully documented. His work allows for stunning videos to be created and breathtaking photographs of our participants to be taken in these awe inspiring locations. Through his visuals, you truly see just how extraordinary our events are. He perfectly captures the excitement of these high energy gatherings and the incredible sense of community that defines us. Beyond the lens, Dougie also takes on the important role of safely transporting everyone during our adventure retreats. So, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and let us whisk you away into a world of wonder. And when the day winds down, Dougie creates the perfect atmosphere by building a cozy fire where everyone can gather. Enjoy toasted marshmallows, warm croissants, a cup of hot tea, and some amazing tunes as you soak in the magic of the moment!

AndreaM-406 90’s dance & dip by Shirley Scott - Watermind. On Saturday I attended...
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AndreaM-40690’s dance & dip by Shirley Scott - Watermind. On Saturday I attended my second cold water event. I absolutely loved every second. Shirley is just lovely and such an amazing leader, she seeks out the most amazing secret spots for us to try safely. Anyone seeking adventure and excitement this is the thing for you. Challenge yourself, face your fears or just build your confidence meeting new people along the way. I’m so excited for the next event and can’t recommend it enough. It definitely gives you a new outlook to life Thank you Shirley xx
LeeanneG-7 This is my second time going to Shirley’s watermind group and I can safely...
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LeeanneG-7This is my second time going to Shirley’s watermind group and I can safely say it’s one of the best things I’ve done. Shirley is amazing, very professional, knowledgable and makes you feel safe. Always a great atmosphere at the group and plenty of laughs. Recommend to anyone give it a go you won’t be disappointed.
SheenaB-56This was my second time doing open watermind and yoga it was ...
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SheenaB-56This was my second time doing open watermind and yoga it was so relaxed and fun with a great bunch of people with no judgment what so ever it gets you out your comfort zone and conquers those fears of open water swimming and jumping off the peers or rocks great fun definitely recommend to give it a try ?!!
AndreaC-330Wow this group is amazing, such a fun loving group of ladies ...
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AndreaC-330Wow this group is amazing, such a fun loving group of ladies so welcoming, with loads of encouragement and support, shirley has an amazing positive energy your so drawn to her has a fantastic attitude shes very supportive very knowledgeable you feel safe, I'm now hooked on cold water swimming I feel safer being in a group I feel this will benefit my mental health, release any stresses and I can't wait to spend more time with this lovely group
MaryanneC-7Shirley was absolutely amazing!!! I attended an event at Luss and it ...
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MaryanneC-7Shirley was absolutely amazing!!! I attended an event at Luss and it was stunning!! Shirley was fantastic from start to finish. She made you feel so welcome from start to finish. Everyone there was soo friendly and kind. I felt absolutely amazing after the warmup and toga. The breathing techniques were brilliant. I felt absolutely amazing after it. I will definitely be attending any future events that i can!!!Thank you Shirley
DeniseR-167I love this group, Shirley is such a good leader! All the ...
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DeniseR-167I love this group, Shirley is such a good leader! All the women encourage & support each other. It has given me some much needed "me" time away from being a working mum. I will be going to every event I possibly can, now that I have been to 2 completely different ones. Highly recommended!
KerryM-425Anyone looking to step out there comfort zone and enjoy cold water ...
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KerryM-425Anyone looking to step out there comfort zone and enjoy cold water this is definitely for you, this is only been my second time here and I cannot thank Shirley enough for helping me realise I can do this, highly recommend this for absolutely everyone you will not be disappointed
GillianH-274 "5 stars aren’t enough! 100 more like! I have been training in my bath...
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GillianH-274"5 stars aren’t enough! 100 more like! I have been training in my bath (lol) to join a group like this but never actually had the confidence due to my size ( due to me having Lipodema ) after speaking to Shirley and she assured me we all have flaws and we all come in all shapes and sizes I eventually took the plunge.Well…. What can I say …. not only did I have the time of my life, I met some lovely people just like me facing their own fears."
NatalieM-438 "Honestly don’t know where to start!! Been to every session so far and it...
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NatalieM-438"Honestly don’t know where to start!! Been to every session so far and it is always lovely, from the yoga to the dip in the water and the affirmations I always feel amazing and so relaxed after each session I always get the best sleep after it also, it’s a brilliant way to meet new people and connect yourself with Mother Nature! Shirley is an amazing couch makes everyone feel so welcome, no judgements, accommodates for everyone, and is just an all-around lovely and bubbly person, if you're not confident like myself it’s a great way to get involved!! If you are unsure about doing something like this DO IT !! “YOU'RE ONLY ONE SWIM AWAY FROM A GOOD MOOD”
MagP-3"Great experience for those who wanted to try cold water immersion. Yoga ...
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MagP-3"Great experience for those who wanted to try cold water immersion. Yoga on a beach is so blissful and the beautiful scenery makes it a powerful experience. Love the chia bliss balls, absolutely delicious! Great atmosphere. Take the afternoon off and forget about anything else."