DemocraSea

The ocean and its benefits for everyone!

Aquatic activities are an invaluable source of well-being and health, accessible to all, including people with physical and/or mental disabilities. Thanks to the unique properties of water, they help you relax, strengthen your body and improve your self-confidence in a safe and inclusive environment.

Aqua Walking

Open water swimming

Surf therapy

Surf Lifesaving

What is DemocraSea?

Democrasea is a project initiated by Mellow Sea and supported by the Région Nouvelle Aquitaine, whose mission is to make aquatic activities more accessible to everyone, including people with special needs (convalescence, disability, fragile mental health, pregnancy...). Because everyone should be able to enjoy the benefits of the ocean.

DemocraSea #1 event

Saturday 11 October, at the Ateliers de la Côte in Biarritz, on the programme:
- Participatory fresco workshop with artist Lola Camus
- Round table "The benefits of aquatic activities on physical and mental health", moderated by Nicolas Dazet :
- Dr Chevrier, Medical Director, clinic (Bayonne)
- Gauthier Philaire, Osteopath FFSS French Team
- Julien, handi-surf supervisor at Lehena school
- Marie, Panasea surf therapy association
- Nadalette La Fonta, writer, long-coast sailor
- Guillaume Colas, swimmer with multiple sclerosis
- Information stands for associations, presentation of equipment (Mellow Sea wetsuits, Tiralo water wheelchairs), meeting with Cécile Sanchez, author of "La Thérapie Bleue", showing of documentaries, etc.
- Coastal longe with Manue Bescheron
- Cocktail & Concert The Bard Experience

What are the benefits of aquatic activities?

Water takes the weight off your body and reduces the effect of gravity, facilitating so the movements and less impact on the joints. This means greater freedom of movement, greater comfort pain reduction and improved mobility. Aquatic activities are therefore ideal for people with special needs (those with physical or mental disabilities, atypical morphology, convalescing or suffering from a chronic illness, etc.). The main benefits of aquatic activities include :

Strengthening muscles The natural resistance of the water gives your muscles a gentle workout.
Improved balance and coordination Weightlessness in water helps develop motor skills.
Sensory stimulation Water: water provides beneficial sensations that promote relaxation and help reduce stress.
Psychological benefits Aquatics: aquatic activities boost self-confidence and promote inclusion through exchanges and interaction.

Which aquatic activity is right for you?

A wide range of aquatic disciplines can be adapted to suit individual needs. Supervised by professionals, these activities are tailored to the abilities and objectives of each participant.

Adapted swimming Ideal for learning to float, breathe and move around safely.
Adapted surfing Thanks to special equipment (adapted boards, buoyancy aids), this sport offers unique sensations.
Adapted coastal rescue The perfect way to strengthen the body while developing team spirit and mental well-being.
Water walking / longe-côte: excellent for stimulating blood circulation and relieving muscle tension.

How can I get easier access to aquatic activities?

More and more clubs, associations and schools are offering accessible programmes so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of water. Find a list of facilities near youDemocrasea pages dedicated to each adapted aquatic activity.

Clubs, associations, schools: choose the right wetsuits for hire

At Mellow Sea, thanks to our double zip system, our wetsuits are not only practical and easy to use, but also suitable for those who need extra assistance getting dressed or undressed. We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy the pleasures of water sports and we are committed to making this experience accessible to all.