Get ready to unleash your energy and challenge yourself in the dedicated Movement Zones at Essex Recovery Festival. These dynamic spaces are designed to get your heart pumping and your spirit soaring with a wide variety of activities for every fitness level.

Test your strength and focus with axe throwing, climb to new heights on the climbing wall, or zip through the air on the zip line. If you're up for a real challenge, join our Sunday Running Club or give the tricky obstacle course a go. Come push your limits and celebrate your strength!

Get moving

What’s in store for 2026

  • Afro Fusion Dance Workshop

    NEW FOR 2026

    Afro Fusion is a high-energy dance workout set to the infectious rhythms of Afrobeat music. It’s a fun, vibrant way to get your body moving, improve fitness, and feel the rhythm.

  • Outdoor swimming

    Grab your swimwear and cool down in the beautiful outdoor pool at the Essex Recovery Festival. Whether you want to swim some lengths, play some pool games or simply soak up the sunshine, the pool is now open ALL WEEKEND!

  • Zip Wire

    Soar through the air on the zip wire for an adrenaline-pumping adventure! Feel the rush as you glide across the festival grounds, embracing the freedom and excitement of this high-flying experience.

  • Axe Throwing

    Axe throwing is a fun and empowering activity that combines focus, precision, and a bit of friendly competition. Participants throw an axe at a target, aiming to land a perfect hit. It’s a great way to release energy, build confidence, and have a blast with friends or fellow festival-goers.

  • Climbing

    The climbing wall offers an exciting challenge for all skill levels, allowing you to push your limits and conquer new heights. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, it's a thrilling way to build strength, agility, and confidence.

  • Open Movement Session

    NEW FOR 2026

    Saturday morning starts with an Open Movement session, brought to you by Fiona. With a focus on letting go of your inhibitions, this is the perfect way to start your sober festival experience!

  • Obstacle Course

    The obstacle course at the festival is a thrilling test of strength, agility, and teamwork. Navigate through a series of exciting challenges and conquer each obstacle while having fun and building resilience along the way!

  • Fight Klub

    NEW FOR 2026

    Get your weekend started with a high-energy workout led by the team at Fight Klub. Set to music, the programme is a combination of boxing, kick boxing and dance.

  • Crossbow

    NEW FOR 2026

    Led by qualified instructors at Lambourne End’s Outdoor Centre team, festival goers can give this ancient target sport a try in a safe environment.

  • 12-Step Yoga

    Join Lisa for a grounding and reflective yoga practice which has been guided and influenced by the 12 step recovery programme. Bring your mind and body together this restorative and healing session.

  • Sunday Running Club

    No festival hangover means that you can wake up on Sunday morning feeling refreshed and ready for a gentle shake-out run around the festival grounds. See you there!