Thank you for considering taking part in the Cabaret vs Cancer 2025 Firewalk.

 

This should help you decide whether you’d like to sign up to take part in our sponsored challenge.

 

Date: Sunday March 2nd 2025 6pm - 9pm

Location: Signature Brewery, Black Horse Road (nearest tube Black Horse Road, parking is limited)

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If you do decide to take part, you will be required to complete the pre-walk training.

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Courage is not the absence of fear. It is the ability to operate despite fear!

 

WHAT IS FIREWALKING?
In simple terms, sponsored individuals, after a motivational training session, walk across 20 feet of wood embers burning at 1236 degrees Fahrenheit, without experiencing any pain or injury at all.
 

HOW ARE YOU ORGANISING THIS?

The CvC Firewalk will be facilitated by experts from Blaze. Check out their website at www.blazefirewalking.com

Cabaret vs Cancer's will have a production manager on site for all your questions on the night.

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IS FIREWALKING SAFE?

We have chosen to work with Blaze because of their impeccable professional record and they will get you through the event in complete safety. Blaze have been offering firewalks for over 25 years, their safety checks and procedures are fine-tuned and the team organising the walk is extremely experienced. Out of all the events they have facilitated, not one person attending a motivational training has refused the opportunity to firewalk.

 

WHY SHOULD I DO IT?

This is an inspirational and barrier-breaking experience for you, while raising money for a fantastic cause. You will feel motivated, empowered, and inspired to face your fears. Given the type of event, donors often offer higher sponsorship than you would get for a normal sponsored walk or sports challenge, so it’s a fantastic way to support Cabaret vs Cancer.

 

WHY ARE CVC PUTTING ON THIS EVENT?

2026 is out 10th anniversary and we’d love to reach a grand total of £500,000 in those ten years.  The firewalk is a great way to help us reach that target and support those affected by a cancer diagnosis.

 

DO I NEED TO DO ANY PREPARATION?

No! On the evening of the event, you will take part in a motivational psychology fear-busting seminar, which will equip you with the resources to walk across the fire bed unharmed.

 

 

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On the day....

THE FIREWALK – registration from 6pm - 6.15pm.  All firewalk participants must undergo the training seminar from the beginning, commencing at 6.30pm. All participants must go through Blaze’s motivational psychology fear buster seminar called “Learn or Burn”. This does not involve any use of fire or coals; it is designed to equip you with the resources to walk unharmed across 20ft of wood embers burning at 1236 degrees Fahrenheit. The training is based around proven motivational and psychological methods. It does not involve any element of hypnosis, spiritual training, chanting, “brainwashing‟, or any similar methodologies. It is, however, tremendous fun!

 

The following course outcomes can be expected:

• Increased confidence and self-esteem

• Released fears and doubts

• A breakthrough from limiting beliefs and conditioning

• A transformation of fear into positive action

• Lots of fun and laughter.

 

THE WALK: After the training seminar, you will be led out to the fire, which will be located just a few minutes away. You will be given the opportunity, one by one, to walk across the 20ft fire lane. After all, have completed their walk, the firewalkers will all receive certificates of achievement and a medal.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY: No drugs or alcohol are allowed before or during the event (although a few celebratory drinks will probably be enjoyed afterwards!). Prospective participants must not be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The Blaze team will refuse to accept any participant if they believe this is the case. The event insurance covers participants while they are in the training seminar, the outside fire area and the spectators. Every effort will be made to ensure your safety. However, participants are not insured the moment they step onto the fire lane. Each participant will be required to fill in a disclaimer form before they start training, explaining the risks and that they are responsible for their own actions and participation. You take part in the firewalk at your own risk.

 

FRIENDS AND SUPPORTERS: You are encouraged to bring supporters and spectators with you. Entertainment from cabaret and street performers and of course a great selection of drinks are available from our friends at Signature Brewery!

No spectators, videos, cameras or audio equipment are allowed in the “Learn or Burn” seminar; although they are welcome at the walk itself.

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PHOTOS: we will be taking photos at the event to record our supporters’ fantastic achievements, but we respect your privacy. Please let us know if you do not want to be identified in photographs.

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TIMING: Exact timings will be confirmed to you nearer to the event, but registration will take from around 6pm, the fire will be lit at around 7.30pm and the firewalk itself will take place just after 8pm.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO I HAVE TO DO IT IF I SIGN UP NOW? No. You may decide not to walk at any time. Registration fees are nonrefundable and we ask that you honour your minimum sponsorship, but no one will be made to complete the firewalk if they do not wish to do so.

IS IT REAL FIRE? Yes, burning at a mean temperature of 1236 degrees Fahrenheit (66 c)! To put it into perspective: paper combusts at 451 degrees Fahrenheit, and aluminium melts at 1100 degrees Fahrenheit.

WHAT DO YOU BURN? Blaze burns wood: a combination of pine, ash and oak, broken down into a smooth red hot path 20ft long by 2ft wide.

DOES THE FIREWALK HURT? Surprisingly enough, everyone’s firewalking experience is unique to themselves. There are obvious 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. A few people cannot remember having any physical sensation at all about the experience. Some report that it was freezing cold “like walking on crunchy snow”, but others perceive it to be hot.

DO I HAVE TO RUN? Not at all; running pushes your feet deeper into the embers. A quick walking pace is enough.

DO I 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 DURING THE TRAINING? The training amongst other things, examines the mind/body connection, explores comfort zones and expands them to overcome limiting explores comfort zones and expands them to overcome limiting beliefs. It culminates in the option to walk on fire.

ARE THERE AGE LIMITS? The minimum age is 18. There is no upper age limit.

WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS? The Blaze fire team get wet! Provisions are made for all types of weather conditions and if the wood is kept dry prior to lighting, the event will go ahead.

WHAT’S THE BEST THING TO WEAR ON THE NIGHT? There are no special requirements regarding clothing. Obvisouly we want you to look AMAZING in photos, check out the outfits worn by out last firewalkers!  BE FABULOUS!!!
Please wait until after the firewalk to have your pedicure. Do not use creams and/or foot sprays on the day of the firewalk. Nail varnish on toes is safe - there is no need to remove it.

 

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HOW TO SIGN UP

We are filling up our spaces for the sponsored walk on a first come, first served basis. If you’re interested in taking part, please fill out our google-form and pay the £20.00 registration fee (as instructed on the form). On receipt you will receive confirmation of your place and sponsorship form with a walker reference number by email. NOTE UNTIL YOU RECEIVE YOUR WALKER NUMBER YOUR PLACE IS NOT CONFIRMED We ask that each walker raise a minimum in sponsorship of £200. If you would like to take part in the firewalk but feel that you have additional requirements due to a disability or other particular need, please contact us and we wiill discuss your requirements with Blaze and try our very best to facilitate your access to the event.