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29/04/2026

Words. That. Matter.

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28/04/2026

“Where you think it is… and where it actually is… are two very different things.”

Blindfold on. Medicine ball in hand. A hoop on the floor.

Andy’s challenge was to chest pass the ball into the hoop… guided only by my voice.

Simple on the surface — but this is where it gets interesting.

This drill brings out: • Clear and effective communication
• Real trust in the person guiding you
• Spatial awareness through sound
• Control and coordination under pressure

When vision is removed, everything else has to step up.

And it’s a powerful reminder of how small adaptations in a gym environment can completely change someone’s experience.

Massive credit to Andy for stepping up and embracing it 👏

24/04/2026

We recently had the pleasure of delivering a workshop in collaboration with Trident Health and Performance and Well Foundation, supporting their Easter half-term camps.

This session was particularly special, as it marked our first time bringing the Learn With ESS experience into a gym environment with young people. Through a series of interactive challenges — exploring what it’s like to navigate the world without sight, hearing, speech, or mobility — we were able to connect these experiences directly to real-life scenarios within the gym.

The level of engagement and openness from the young people was fantastic to see. Creating spaces like this, where individuals can build understanding, empathy, and confidence in supporting others, is exactly what our work is all about.

A huge thank you to Andy Lavery and Paul Ferry for the brilliant work they continue to do in promoting healthy and active lifestyles across the Rochdale community. It’s inspiring to be part of it.

We look forward to working together again soon.

22/04/2026

A brilliant day spent in the sunshine down in the capital ☀️

It was great to be back at the iconic Wembley Stadium working alongside Joe Moreton, Chrissie Gallagher-Mundy, and the physical education students at University Campus of Football Business.

Always a pleasure returning year after year to deliver sessions around inclusion, communication, adaptability, and awareness. The morning focused on sharing insights and experiences, followed by an afternoon practical workshop exploring life when you can’t see, hear, talk, or walk — and how we can adapt our communication to better support those around us.

These are the environments where future practitioners develop their understanding, and it’s powerful to play a small part in shaping that.

Thank you for having us back once again, and we look forward to another collaboration next academic year.

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20/04/2026

POV: You’re in a wheelchair for the first time at work.

Something as simple as opening a door… suddenly isn’t so simple.

In this clip, Sarah from Carrs Pasties is navigating her workplace in a wheelchair and what stands out is the effort it takes just to get through a door.

Most of us don’t think twice.
Push or pull… in and out… done.

But this flips your perspective completely.

It’s a reminder that accessibility isn’t always about big changes, it’s the everyday moments that shape someone’s experience.

At Learn With ESS, we don’t just talk about inclusion… we help people feel it.
Because once you feel it, everything changes.

Big credit to the team at Carrs Pasties for getting involved 👏

If you like what you see and want to work together, drop us a message.

16/04/2026

Reviews like this fuel what we do.

When these conversations reach classrooms, they stay with children—shaping how they think, feel, and treat others long after the session ends. That’s where real impact begins.

14/04/2026

What an incredible Easter holiday period we’re having.

We’ve been delivering sessions as part of a fantastic collaboration with Your Trust Rochdale through their HAF programme — a truly impactful initiative supporting young people through engaging activities and access to hot meals during the holidays.

This morning, we were at Stansfield Hall School in Littleborough, working with a brilliant group of young people. The energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to get involved were brilliant to see.

It’s always a pleasure to work alongside Ellis Risdale again — a great team effort to bring these sessions to life.

Grateful to play a small part in a programme that is making a genuine difference in the community.

09/04/2026

A little throwback to an event we delivered last year with Preston North End Community Trust as part of their Premier League Kicks tournament.

Alongside the matches, young people had the opportunity to step into a completely different environment and give blind football a go. It’s always powerful to see how quickly perspectives shift when participants experience the game without sight.

We even had the Mayor get involved, putting on the shades and having a go himself. To be fair, just adjusting to the blindfold is a challenge on its own, never mind trying to dribble and move with control.

Moments like this are what Learn With ESS is all about — creating experiences that build empathy, spark conversations, and leave a lasting impact.

We’re excited for more days like this over the summer 🙌

25/03/2026

CHAMPIONS OF EUROPE 🇬🇧🏆

Massive congratulations to our ambassador Zara Musker for captaining the England Deaf Women’s Futsal Team to European glory 👏

Unbeaten. Five games. Five wins. Champions.

So proud to have role models like Zara inspiring the next generation and showing what’s possible ❤️

This is more than football. This is impact.

23/03/2026

Hi, I’m Ghana. For the past few months, I’ve been working with Learn With ESS on their social media and recently, I got to experience their work in real life.

I recently attended a Learn With ESS workshop at Carrs Pasties, and I didn’t realise how much I needed it until I was there.

As someone with a disability, I don’t always walk into spaces feeling fully seen — but this felt different. I felt comfortable, included, and understood.

It was so inspiring to be surrounded by Learn With ESS and to be part of their workshop with the Carrs Pasties team — spaces like this really remind you what inclusion should feel like.

Grateful for rooms that feel safe, real, and human. And for conversations that stay with you long after you leave.

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12/03/2026

Join us in applauding Zara, a fantastic member of the team! 🌟

Zara has been part of the ESS family for a while now, bringing her passion, insight, and lived experience to the work we do around disability awareness and inclusion.

In this video, she shares her perspective on the importance of communication in hospitality, particularly for people with hearing loss like herself. From the challenges of ambient noise to the importance of good lighting and clear visual communication, Zara highlights how small adjustments can make a big difference in creating more inclusive and welcoming spaces.

Alongside her work with ESS, Zara is also preparing to represent the England Women’s Deaf Futsal Team at the upcoming European Championships — an incredible achievement that we’re all extremely proud of! 🏆

Wishing you the very best, Zara — we’ll all be cheering you on!

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