MIM Announcement
In July 2026 our Sports England Funding will come to an end, and at this point, MIM will be taking a pause while we reflect on the journey so far, evaluate what’s working best, and explore where this work wants to grow next.
As part of that process, our online sessions have already paused, and our live sessions will not continue beyond the summer, so we’d love to invite you to come and experience them while you still can.
MIM has always been about creating space to reconnect - with ourselves, with each other, and with the body through movement, music and mindfulness. Whether you’ve joined us before or have been meaning to try a session for a while, now is the perfect time to get involved.
These sessions are open to all fitness levels and abilities, with no dance experience needed. You can move at your own pace, in your own way.
✨ Release stress and tension
✨ Support your emotional wellbeing
✨ Feel grounded, energised and connected
✨ Experience the power of movement in community
We’re incredibly proud of what MIM has created so far and deeply grateful to everyone who has moved with us, supported us, and helped build such a welcoming space.
Before we pause and reimagine what comes next, we’d love to share our final few Live sessions with you:
🧡 Family Live MIM Class
📆 Wednesday 27th May, 11am–12pm
📍King’s House, 245 Ampthill Road, Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9AZ
🎫 £2 per person
💛 Adult Live MIM Class
📆 Saturday 27th June, 11am–1pm
📍Howard Room, Western Entrance, 10 Saint Paul's Square, Bedford, MK40 1SL
🎫 £10 per ticket & deals for group bookings
💛 Adult Live MIM Class
📆 Saturday 25th July, 11am–1pm
📍Howard Room, Western Entrance, 10 Saint Paul's Square, Bedford, MK40 1SL
🎫 £10 per ticket & deals for group bookings
Spaces are limited, so please book in advance if you'd like to join us.
After this time to reflect, MIM will be back, so please keep an eye on our social media accounts here:
@MIMBedford
@BrightEmotions_
@TheAudua
We can’t wait to move with you soon 💛
Love and joy,
Audua & The Bright Emotions Team
Stress is something we all experience, but how we manage it can make a significant difference to our wellbeing. It's crucial to find ways to release stress from the body rather than letting it build up. Movement is Medicine (MIM) offers a fun, transformative way to let go of stress by combining mindfulness, body movement, and the music you love!
Introducing Audua
Bright Emotions has joined forces with Audua Ogilivie, a certified MIM instructor – or as she likes to call herself, a Joy & Freedom Bringer! Audua delivers this powerful, neuroscience-backed method designed to bridge the gap between movement, music, and stress relief.
What is MIM?
Ultimately, MIM is a transformative and non-medical prescription for reducing and managing stress. It involves the body returning to a state of equilibrium, or homeostasis, after experiencing a stressor, which, for many people, doesn't happen. By promoting relaxation through the MIM method, you can help protect your body from the negative effects of long-term stress. Activating the relaxation response can help stabilise your mood and improve your overall quality of life and emotional, mental and physical wellbeing.
There’s a whole host of benefits to it which you can read more about here www.mimhq.co.uk/the-science
So how does it work?
Through music, movement, and education, MIM helps you uncover your innate rhythm, connects you to the present moment, and releases physical stress and emotional tension. The MIM method uses simple tools such as music, body awareness, somatic tracking and free-flow movement to bring balance between activation of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
Using science-backed education MIM immerses you in a variety of electronic music genres, emphasising percussion, BPM (beats per minute) and innovative song structures. From House and Garage to Afrobeats and Drum & Bass, our focus is on the drum, and participants will experience a diverse musical journey.
MIM does not use any choreographed dance movements, instead, we start with simple movements such as tapping, squeezing and rubbing (a somatic meditation) followed by free flow, non-judgmental movement. The MIM method can be adapted for children, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
MOVEMENT IS OUR MEDICINE!
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MOVEMENT IS OUR MEDICINE! 〰️
Join the Movement Crew!
For anyone looking for a fresh and fun way to manage stress, the Movement Crew classes are the ideal place to start. These classes blend science, fitness, music, and rhythm to create a unique stress-relief experience. MIM can be practiced anywhere, anytime – it’s practical, powerful, and most importantly, fun!
Questions? Feel free to get in touch via email at theaudua@outlook.com
You can view and book all of Audua’s classes and events here:
