Firewalk FAQs
How much does it cost to take part?
Registration is £25 per person. Please CLICK HERE to set up your Just Giving sponsorship page.
What happens on the night?
Once you have registered and everyone is ready, you will undergo a training session in a private room away from the public. Everyone must take part in this training, it’s the best part, and the firewalk is a bonus!
The training is based around proven motivational and psychological methods. It doesn’t involve any elements of hypnosis, spiritual training, chanting, ‘brainwashing’, voodoo or any similar methodologies. It’s great fun!
The instructor is a world class authorised Blaze ’Fire Master’ Instructor who has undergone a minimum of 200 separate firewalking events at different locations at different times of the year and with varying weather conditions before being invited to train as a Blaze Instructor.
Each trainer is continually assessed. Since Blaze started their training programme for firewalking instructors, they have qualified only nine people to that position in 31 years.
I’m bringing friends/family to watch, is that ok?
Friends and family are absolutely encouraged to come along and cheer you on during this exciting event! We know you’ll want them to capture lots of amazing photos and videos of your firewalk.
However, just a quick note—friends and family won’t be able to watch the training session beforehand. To avoid too much waiting around, we suggest they arrive from 4:30pm. Also, please remind them to dress warmly, as they’ll need to wait outside before the firewalk begins.
We’re sorry but friends and family won’t be allowed to watch the training
Who firewalks?
People from all walks of life have taken part in firewalks. Many are seeking to make positive changes in their life and the firewalk and the pre-firewalk training has helped them to do this.
Are there age limits?
The minimum age is 14 years of age; parental consent is required for 14–15 year-olds. There is no upper age limit. The oldest person that has firewalked with Blaze was a spritely 89 years young.
Does it hurt?
Surprisingly enough, everyone’s firewalking experience is unique. There are physical reasons why firewalking is possible. These will be explained during the training. The hardest thing to overcome is the fear of taking the first step, as it is a new experience!
What does it feel like?
Opinions vary. Many don’t remember having any physical sensation at all about the experience. Some say it was cold, some say it was warm and crunchy. Our favourite was that it felt ‘fluffy’!.
Is it real fire?
Yes, burning at an average temperature of 1236 degrees Fahrenheit! To put it into perspective: paper combusts at 451 degrees Fahrenheit and aluminium melts at 1100 degrees Fahrenheit.
What do you burn?
We burn wood, broken down into a smooth glowing path 20’ long by 2’wide.
Do I have to run?
Not at all, running pushes your feet deeper into the embers. A quick walking pace is sufficient. You’ll be shown the correct pace in the training.
Why should I do this?
We all must face things we are uncertain about. Use this event to set up resources that will always be available for you. If you can conquer fear in the very real form of walking across hot embers, then you can use this experience for any other situations in the future.
What happens if it rains?
The Blaze fire team get wet! Provisions are made for all types of weather conditions and as long as the wood is kept dry prior to lighting, the event will go ahead.
Do I actually walk on a flaming fire?
No, you walk on the fire bed itself, by the time you come out of the training seminar the fire will have burnt down to embers. If there are any flames, they will be down the sides of the fire lane.
What happens if I should stop halfway through?
Don’t worry, you won’t!
What’s the best thing to wear on the night?
There are no special requirements regarding clothing. Casual clothing is best and something that you are not bothered if it goes up in flames! Just kidding, all you need to do is roll up the bottom of your trousers to they don’t get dirty. Tights and stockings would need to be removed before the walk itself.
Your feet are going to be sooty afterwards; this is the best time to wear those odd socks we all have lingering in our sock drawer.
Wear light coloured clothing as this shows up better in photographs and videos.
I have a medical condition; will I be able to firewalk?
Email us at [email protected] with your medical condition and we will get a firewalk expert to contact you.
Can I have an alcoholic drink for some Dutch courage?
No, you won’t be allowed to take part if you have consumed alcohol or taken recreational drugs. It’s only for a couple of hours and that glass of wine or beer tastes so much better afterwards.
Don’t use creams and/or foot sprays on the day of the firewalk. NAIL VARNISH ON TOENAILS IS SAFE!! There is no need to remove it.
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