Waves and Wheels UK
Waves and Wheels UK
Building community and supporting veterans and mental wellness, one stroke at a time.
WHO IT'S FOR
THE MISSION
Veterans seeking reconnection, purpose, and
peer support.
Everyday People looking for stress relief,
confidence, and community.
Anyone ready to ride the storm and
find balance through movement and nature.
To create a welcoming, stigma-free space where individuals can reconnect with themselves and others through paddleboarding—building confidence, calm, and community one stroke at a time.
WHAT IS OFFERED
Introductory SUP Lessons –
Trauma-informed, beginner-friendly sessions for all abilities.
Day Trips – Scenic paddles for
experienced paddlers focused on camaraderie and reflection.
Community Events – Meetups,
storytelling circles, and peer support on and off the water.
Social Engagement – Authentic
content and outreach via the Waves and Wheels UK channel.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Matthew is a Royal Navy Veteran and ASI Level 1 SUP Instructor. Diagnosed with Anxiety and Depression during the CV-19 pandemic, he found healing on the water - and now shares that space with others through
Waves and Wheels UK.
GET INVOLVED
WHY IT MATTERS
Volunteer
Donate Gear
Sponsor a session
Refer someone
Share your story
Partner with us (Charities, NHS Trusts, councils, community organisations)
Mental
health challenges often go unseen.
#SUPTHESTORM offers a gentle, non-clinical
way to heal, connect, and grow—especially for those who feel left behind by
traditional support systems.
It provides rhythm, reflection, and
release.
A VISION: D-DAY 2027
To paddle from Portsmouth with other #SUPTheStorm members across the English Channel and paddle up the Caen Canal to Pegasus Bridge to show respect for the fallen during WW2.
CONTACT
Matthew Taylor - Waves and Wheels UK
matthew.taylor@wavesandwheels.co.uk
