Outdoor Coaching on West Dartmoor

Walk and talk sessions in the beauty of nature

I offer outdoor, walk-and-talk performance coaching for men and dads in the West Dartmoor area. It’s the same focused, outcome-led work as my indoor sessions - just with more space, movement, and fewer walls.


For a lot of men, this format makes it easier to talk honestly, think clearly, and make decisions without feeling like they’re being analysed. Side-by-side conversation, fresh air, and a steady pace can take the edge off pressure and help you reset your headspace fast.


Who outdoor coaching is for
Outdoor sessions tend to work best if you:

  • feel boxed in indoors or overthink when you’re sat still
  • want clarity and direction, not endless talking
  • lead a busy life and need a session that feels grounding, not heavy
  • want to work on performance, leadership, habits, boundaries, or communication
  • do your best thinking while walking


How outdoor sessions work
We meet at an agreed location on West Dartmoor and walk a pre-agreed route. Sessions are structured and purposeful - you’ll leave with clarity, decisions, and next steps, not just “a nice walk”. Routes are chosen with privacy and practicality in mind. If you’ve got any concerns about fitness, pace, terrain, or accessibility, tell me in advance and I’ll suggest an option that fits.


What to bring

  • Suitable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing (Dartmoor does what it wants)
  • A bottle of water
  • Anything you want to note down afterwards (optional)

Confidentiality and discretion
Outdoor coaching is discreet, but it isn’t invisible. We may pass other walkers. If we see someone you know, we’ll handle it simply and naturally. I’ll never approach you first or identify you as a client.


Your first outdoor session
Before we meet: I’ll confirm the meeting point, route, timing, and what to expect.
When we start: We’ll get clear on what you want from the session and what’s currently getting in the way.
What happens next: If we continue, we’ll agree the right rhythm and format - outdoors, indoors, online, or a mix.


Pricing and booking
Outdoor sessions are £75 for 60 minutes. Packages are available if you want more structure and accountability - we can decide what fits on the discovery call. Payment is required in advance to secure your booking.


Cancellation and weather
I ask for 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.
48+ hours’ notice: reschedule at no charge
Less than 48 hours’ notice: session fee charged in full

If the weather is genuinely unsafe (high winds, storms, ice), we’ll switch to an in the room or an online session or reschedule - simple.


Next step
Book a free 30-minute discovery call and we’ll decide whether outdoor coaching is the right fit - and whether it makes sense to start outdoors or build up to it.

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're in London, Manchester, Scotland, or anywhere across the UK, I'm here to support you.


Book your free 30-minute online discovery call today:


No pressure, no commitment - just a chance to talk and see if we're a good fit.

Professional accreditation & directories

Jeff Dawson Counselling services on Psychology Today Directory
Listed on the Counselling Directory website
Directory listing on Life Coach Directory
Registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy