Men's Mental Health Community Day - The Academy Byron Bay

Men’s Mental Health Community Day

Men’s Mental Health — Community Day

A free community event bringing men of all ages together around movement, wellbeing, and real conversation. Held simultaneously at The Academy and Move Daily on Saturday 27 June, this is a day to move your body, challenge your mind, and connect with the people around you.

From jiu-jitsu and group workouts to ice baths, breath work, and open conversations on business, longevity, and mental health, every session is designed to be accessible, engaging, and worth showing up for.

No experience needed. All ages welcome. Just show up.

ACTIVITIES

8:30 AM Meet & Greet

Arrive, settle in, and connect with the community before the day kicks off. A relaxed start to meet familiar faces and new ones.

9:00 AM Move Daily Workouts

A high-energy group workout to get the blood pumping. Suitable for all fitness levels — no experience necessary, just bring your effort.

10:00 AM Ice Bath & Breath Work

A guided breath work session followed by an ice bath. Learn to control your breathing under pressure and experience the physical and mental benefits of cold exposure. Bring your own bag of ice.

11:00 AM Jiu-Jitsu Session

Step on the mat and try jiu-jitsu in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment. No experience needed — just wear comfortable sports clothes with no pockets.

12:00 PM Lunch Break

Take a break, recharge, and connect. Food trucks will be on site. Bring your own snacks if you’d like something throughout the day.

CONVERSATIONS

1:00 PM Business

An open conversation on building a life and business with purpose. Practical insights, real stories, and plenty of time for your questions.

2:00 PM Longevity

How do you perform better and live longer? This session covers the habits, mindset, and strategies that keep you healthy and performing at your best as you age.

3:00 PM Mental Health

A grounded, honest conversation about men’s mental health. This is a safe space to listen, share, and ask the questions that don’t always get asked.

4:00 PM Gather Together & Close

Come together as a community to reflect on the day, celebrate what we’ve built, and finish strong.

What to bring:

2 set of comfortable sports clothes — one for workout and one for jiu-jitsu, please wear clothing with no pockets and avoid bright or coloured clothing where possible (for safety and hygiene reasons)

Sports shoes — suitable for a group workout

Water bottle — stay hydrated throughout the day

Towel — for the ice bath session and shower

Swimmers or change of clothes — for the ice bath

One bag of ice — each attendee needs to bring their own bag of ice for the ice bath session

Snacks — bring something to keep your energy up between sessions. Food trucks will be on site at lunch

Notebook and pen — the conversations on business, longevity, and mental health are worth taking notes on

Your questions — come ready to engage. The afternoon conversations are open and interactive — your perspective matters

An open mind — that’s really all you need

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this event for?

Everyone. Community Day is open to all ages — youth and adults alike. You don't need any experience with jiu-jitsu, breath work, or any of the other activities. All you need is a willingness to show up and give it a go.

How much does it cost?

Community Day is completely free.

Can I invite friends and family?

Absolutely — the more the better. Just make sure everyone registers individually before the day. Registration is required for all attendees.

Do I need to have done jiu-jitsu before?

Not at all. The jiu-jitsu session is beginner-friendly and open to everyone. No experience needed.

Where is the event held?

Both The Academy and Move Daily are located at 1/74 Centennial Circuit, Byron Bay NSW 2481. The event runs simultaneously across both venues on the same site.

Will there be food?

Yes — food trucks will be on site during the lunch break. We recommend bringing your own snacks to keep you going throughout the day.

Do I need to stay for the whole day?

You're welcome to come and go as you please. That said, we'd love to have you there for the full day — it's been designed to flow well from start to finish.