Basel's Wellbeing and Offline-Community Hub
Our community space we are building transforms lives, empowers individuals and strengthens communities with free, accessible, inclusive, safe and multi-lingual activities for lifelong mental health, resilience and holistic well-being. Therefore, we are the bridge between people and healthy living at no cost.
We work hard to build a space that provides free of charge access to various alternative health supporting activities e.g. forest bathing, nature-based relaxation, somatic experiences, music and art therapy, coaching for various life situations etc., designed to relieve stress, prevent burnout and other mental illnesses; support mental and physical health and generally a much better, healthier, joyful life. Additionally, we create offline community events to bring the benefits of digital detox and in-person, lived experiences to make real human connections.
Our goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for prevention and healing. Every citizen, regardless of background or life situation, is welcome to participate. To ensure inclusivity, we offer programs in multiple languages. Here, individuals find support, guidance, and connection. By removing financial barriers; sharing knowledge and information in an easy way we empower individuals to take control of their health. We collaborate with diverse well-being professionals to offer high-quality tools and resources.
When the culture of care is prioritized, the whole community thrives. Together, we make well-being a shared priority and we build a society of resilience and balance.
Important Note: The hub is not a medical facility and does not aim to replace medical treatment but to complement existing healthcare services and solutions.
Beáta Szablics - President & Co-Founder
Beáta is a certified nature and forest bathing therapist, sleep and relaxation trainer, mental health first aider, and embodiment coach. She has been working for several years with a range of relaxation and stress management practices and develops wellbeing programs for individuals and groups—both indoors and outdoors. Beáta was the first to organize nature-connection and forest bathing experiences in Basel in both English and German, introducing this approach, known for its positive effects on mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing, to people in Basel and the surrounding area. Beáta’s work, supporting groups and individuals in using nature-based practices for stress management and healthier living, has reached as far as Antarctica. There, she was the first nature therapy guide to organize and lead relaxation sessions on the ice. In addition to her work in health and community support, Beáta is also an experienced executive and business strategist with over two decades of experience in the tourism industry. She has extensive expertise in business development, strategic planning, product and operations management, customer experience, and team leadership. Her vision is to make diverse wellbeing tools accessible to everyone, supporting a better quality of life regardless of financial background. www.yournatureanew.com
Maarten Van Winckel - Co-Founder
Maarten is a passionate project manager, event organizer, and community builder with over 15 years of experience in scaling sustainable initiatives, successful fundraising, and fostering inclusive networks. Based in Basel, a common thread runs through all his work: bringing people together—whether through strategic events, transformative workshops, or dynamic communities—to enable genuine connection, innovation, and personal growth. Maarten excels at managing complex projects, from securing funding and financially restructuring and scaling organizations to planning and delivering international conferences and networking events. He has also extensively trained in somatic practices and leadership to ground his work in mental health. He has participated in intensive workshops with facilitators from South America, Canada, and the Middle East, gaining deep insights into body-based approaches to emotional resilience and group healing. As the founder of See2C, Maarten continues this thread by developing immersive programs that foster deep human connection, with a strong focus on mental health and emotional resilience. Maarten’s holistic approach connects people not only intellectually, but also emotionally and physically, promoting wellbeing and strengthening communities for lasting positive change. www.see2c.com
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