Abstract

SportCanHeal 852 is a social enterprise incubated at HKBU Innovative Service-Learning Centre. They are committed to enhancing participants' mental health and well-being through sports. By combining traditional martial arts and mental health support, this Mindfulness Karate Experiential Workshop helps participants achieve physical and mental harmony through a series of physical training and mental health exercises. During the workshop, participants will learn essential karate techniques, be encouraged to take a mindful and relaxed approach to the training and take on the challenge of board breaking. The workshop will also conclude with a wooden keychain creation session to celebrate participants’ achievements. The workshop is suitable for anyone interested in physical and mental health. It is specially curated to boost participants’ fitness and enhance their self-awareness and emotional regulation abilities.