Breathwork + Movement + Ice Baths
Get out of your mind and into your body with breath, movement, and extreme cold.
SAT 3RD DECEMBER, 10AM-4PM
ALBANY, AUCKLAND
Open up, move through, and let go of the shit that’s holding you back.
This workshop is for you if you want to:
Take control of your body and learn to regulate your system
Strengthen your physical, mental, and emotional resilience
Build an understanding of different aspects of the breath
Discover tips and tools to create life-changing habits
Let go of shit. Physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual
Be more calm, focused, and fulfilled
We’ll challenge ourselves to safely lean into discomfort and stretch our comfort zones.
Over this 6-hour highly immersive workshop we will:
Dive into various breathwork modalities (Wim Hof, nervous system regulation, optimal and performance breathing, HeartMath, conscious connected breathing)
Explore movement, yoga-based, and mixed martial art practices to open up the body, release tension, and improve flexibility
Experience ice baths and how to keep your cool in an extremely stressful situation
Have a shared and supported experience whilst building a bond amongst a group of likeminded men
At the end of this workshop, you will have a well-equipped breathwork and movement toolbox to navigate life with.
*This workshop is backed by science, not woo.
This isn’t just a one-hit wonder workshop
Afterward, there’s a free and optional 21-day online challenge to:
Continue to integrate what you’ve learned
Build healthy routines and habits
Have a partner to keep you accountable
Join live daily sessions or catch the replay
A simple 20-minute practice that can be done at home
About the facilitators
Scott Townsend
Scott is passionate about empowering you with the knowledge to harness the simple and powerful tool that is right under your nose, your breath.
Scott has studied the breath for over a decade and trained with world-leading breathwork experts such as Wim Hof, Dan Brule, and Patrick McKeown.
He’s one of NZ’s most qualified breathwork instructors, certified as a Wim Hof Method, a Buteyko Breathing Technique, an Oxygen Advantage, and a HeartMath instructor.
His personal journey of breathwork includes overcoming drug addiction, severe anxiety, depression, other mental health challenges, relationship and family breakdowns, and various life traumas.
Having had the experience of working with thousands of people of all ages and stages, Scott has developed a training approach that is both simple and profoundly effective. He has a depth of real-life experience of the breath that is relatable to many.
“Scott Has some real calm and depth to him.” - Wim Hof
“Love your mahi! I never did get the same result from other breathwork coaches. Your class was incredible, incomparable, and brought tears to my eyes. I need more of that.” - Kirsty B
Richard Hackney
Rich is a devoted father of 5 girls from 8-16yrs old and his greatest passion is mind, body, soul mastery, and living life’s mystery to the fullest. His passion is to share a lifetime of wisdom and experiences to help people find the best version of themselves.
From the age of 10, he started martial arts inspired by Bruce Lee and earned a black belt in Taekwondo and kickboxing then later become professional. He won titles in boxing, kickboxing, and bodybuilding and fought internationally.
Rich continued his journey of discipline and dove deep into the mind, body, and soul wisdom by spending time in Peru, Amazon, South Africa, and India. He learned powerful tools for life to live optimally from physical ability, mental focus, and self-regulation through breathwork techniques he found in martial arts, teaching yoga, and attending workshops.
Rich incorporated a lifetime of experience into a basic 30 min practice which he called Holistic Hit as he believes simplicity is the key to consistency.
At 46, Rich proves to be as holistically fit and strong as in his 30s. He attributes his holistic health to the key that has given him the ability to live an extraordinary life.
Rich’s ultimate goal is to give his children enthusiasm, guidance, and support so they can do the same.
“Happiness is a road of consistency, simplicity, and discipline.” - Rich
What, where, and how much?
When
Saturday 3rd December 2022, 10am-4pm
Where
Lotus Room, Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre, 14 Mills Lane, Albany, Auckland
Investment
$220 per person ($170 early bird and group specials)
“Well worth it, it’s absurd that every human being on the planet isn’t doing this every day.”
- Seb H
Important Information
Consult a doctor before registering if you are or have (as some of the exercises may not be suitable):
Pregnant
Cardiovascular issues or high blood pressure
Epilepsy
Severe mental illness
Had recent surgery
Other serious health issues and challenges
What to bring:
A yoga mat (if you have one)
Comfortable and warm clothes
A blanket (optional but highly recommended)
Togs and a towel
Water bottle
Food if you’d like (fruit will be provided as a light snack)
A pen and notebook
FAQs
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Absolutely! There’s no need to have had any experience before coming to this workshop. Regardless of your experience, you’ll get a lot out of the day.
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Yes, breathwork is natural and safe. However, there are a few exceptions, if you are pregnant, have cardiovascular issues, high blood pressure, epilepsy, or have a severe mental illness (such as schizophrenia or psychosis) we ask that you get your doctor’s permission first before doing some of the more intense breathing exercises.
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There are scholarships available for people who are not in a financial position to afford the event. If you’d like to apply for a scholarship, contact Scott and tell him your story.
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We hope so! Send Scott a message at the bottom of the page and he’ll keep you in the loop.