For Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, The Prison Phoenix Trust launched Give it 10 — a simple, effective yoga and mindfulness challenge for people in custody. The idea? Just 10 minutes a day for 7 days to support mental wellbeing.
The challenge was a hit, with 124 prisons and justice organisations across the UK and Ireland taking part. Prisoners and staff alike found it easy to access and genuinely helpful — especially for those new to yoga.
What’s in the Pack?
Each Give it 10 pack includes:
- 7 short daily yoga handouts
- A tick-off calendar to build the habit
- Posters and flyers to promote the challenge
- Guidance for group or in-cell use
It’s designed to be flexible and beginner-friendly — ideal for anyone who’s unsure about yoga or looking for a gentle way to support their mental health.
Real Feedback from Inside
“I’m locked up 22 hours a day… I need to do something to help my mental health and body.” – Prisoner, HMP Winchester
“They all gave it a try… Would love classes but due to funding we cannot.” – Neurodiversity Manager, HMP Lincoln
“They really enjoyed having different material to use.” – Officer, HMP Wymott
A Lasting Impact
Though designed for Mental Health Awareness Week, Give it 10 can be run any time of year. It’s an easy, low-resource way to bring yoga and mindfulness into prisons — helping people feel calmer, more focused, and more in control.
Want to run Give it 10 in your prison?
Register your interest to find out more and order your free pack.