Breathwork For Beginners - Phillip Island

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BREATHWORK FOR BEGINNERS

Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Breathwork and Cold Exposure

Welcome to Breathwork for Beginners, a workshop designed to help you reconnect with your body and mind in a simple, powerful way. This experience offers practical tools to handle stress, improve sleep, boost energy, and feel more present—all through the natural power of breathwork.

Led by William Frost, Victoria’s most experienced breathwork facilitator with over 200 workshops and 2,000 guided sessions under his belt, this workshop is your chance to learn from a true expert. We’ll break down breathwork’s basics and explore how you can use it to positively shift your health and well-being, one breath at a time.

📚 What You’ll Learn:

• Foundational breathing techniques that support calmness and focus
• Simple, science-backed tools to manage stress and feel more balanced
• Tips for optimising sleep and waking up more refreshed
• Personalized assessments to track your progress and breathing patterns
• A safe, guided introduction to cold exposure, using breath to navigate the ice bath and enhance resilience

🫁 What is Breathwork?

Breathwork is a series of conscious breathing techniques that bring awareness, calm, and focus to your daily life. In this workshop, we’ll cover practical ways to use breathwork as a tool for relaxation and mental clarity—no hype, just straightforward, proven methods you can start using right away.

🧊 Why Cold Exposure?

Cold exposure, complements breathwork beautifully, fostering profound mental resilience and inner strength. William will guide you through this experience, teaching you to use your breath to stay centred in discomfort—a powerful skill that can carry over into many aspects of life.

✅ Who is This Workshop For?

This workshop is perfect if you’re curious about breathwork, or if you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or simply want a fresh approach to wellness. It’s especially designed for:

• Beginners who want a relaxed, welcoming introduction to breathwork
• People seeking practical tools to handle stress and boost energy
• Anyone looking to feel more connected, calm, and in control in the magic of a group setting 
• Experienced breathworkers looking to brush off the cobwebs on the fundamentals

❌ Who This Workshop Isn’t For:

• Those seeking intense emotional release or “quick fixes”
• Individuals who are pregnant or have specific health concerns (please reach out to us with questions)
• Experienced breathworkers looking for an advanced session (that's coming soon!)

In Breathwork for Beginners, you’ll learn simple, transformative techniques to improve your everyday life. And if finances are a concern, we offer a no-questions-asked sliding scale payment option, because access should never be a barrier.

Take a step toward a healthier, more grounded version of yourself. Join us and discover what breathwork can open up for you.

🗓️ : Saturday 1st Feb 2025

📍 : Island Healing, 6 Forrest Ave, Newhaven, 3925

🕰️ : 10:30am – 2:45pm

💰 : $115

About your instructor: 

William, a former leading Wim Hof Method instructor, has spent a half-decade learning from some of the top coaches in the field of breathwork and human physiology. His passion is outweighed only by his mission to change the way that people breathe, one breath at a time. William, through vigorous self-experimentation, has explored and researched multiple areas not just of the different applications of breathing but how deeply it affects the body, down to a DNA and cellular level. Sign up today for your chance to be taught by one who is truly driven by his mission.

FAQ

WHAT DO I NEED TO PARTICIPATE?

- Please bring a yoga mat (optional), and a blanket or towel
- Wear comfortable clothing, thongs/sandals or easy to remove footwear
- You will need to complete this waiver before attending the event.
- Water, notebook and pen for journaling
- Cushion or a pillow for your head or under your knees (optional)

ARE THERE ANY RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH BREATHWORK SESSIONS?

DISCLAIMER: Breathwork offers many potential benefits, but certain conditions may create risks for some individuals. It is essential to read all questions in the waiver above carefully before deciding if Breathwork is right for you, and let your health practitioner know about any concerns before participating. There are some contraindications including but not limited to pregnancy, glaucoma, high blood pressure not controlled with medication, cardiovascular disease, aneurysm in the brain or abdomen, uncontrolled thyroid conditions and diabetes, asthma (if you have an inhaler, bring it to the session), epilepsy, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia diagnosis or previous psychiatric hospitalisation within the last ten years; other medical or physical conditions that impair the ability to engage in intense physical/emotional release.
A positive answer does not necessarily exclude you from participating but may require medical clearance first. So, reviewing all questions in the waiver carefully and indicating any relevant personal situations before engaging in Breathwork activities is essential.

ARE THERE ANY RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH COLD EXPOSURE?

There are always risks involved when engaging with natural forces such as the cold, but there are indeed appropriate steps taken to mitigate and lessen as much risk as possible. 

Prior to the workshop: it is advised to begin implementing gradual cold exposure into your daily routine as soon as possible via a short cold shower (either as a stand-alone or at the end of your normal hot shower). This begins the adaptation process in your mind and body to help prepare for the shock of the cold. 

In the workshop: we begin by presenting hands and feet in the cold to assess the body's response. If you experience any adverse reactions (headache, nausea, lightheadedness, extreme stress response) then I, the facilitator, reserve the right to encourage you not to fully submerge in the ice, or, in the rare case, to not participate at all. 

Please note that adverse reactions are unlikely but can (and do) occur, 

The ice bath is completely optional. 

 

WHAT IF EMOTIONS COME UP AND HOW CAN I HANDLE THEM IF THEY DO?

On these workshops, I fully welcome any emotions that might come up during both the breathwork session and / or the ice bath. That’s why I have taken every measure to ensure your safety and comfort while you take this journey. I will join you on the ride and provide any tools or techniques that may be needed if intense feelings come up. I provide a safe and supported environment with and am always ready to assist you should you need it. Before the breathwork session, we take time to get comfortable by providing calming breathing exercises so that your mind is relaxed when beginning the session. No matter what comes up during the session, know you’re in a secure environment with people who are willing to support and guide you.

CAN I ATTEND A BREATHWORK SESSION IF I AM UNDER 18 YEARS OLD?

Yes, you can attend a breathwork session if you are under 18 years old, but only with the supervision of an adult. This is to ensure that the breathwork session is conducted in a safe and secure environment for everyone involved. From experience we know that often the experience is more appropriate for those that are aged 18 and above

In addition to safety considerations, breathwork sessions are likely to be more appropriate for those aged 18 and above. This is because adolescents may not have the emotional maturity or life experience needed to fully understand or benefit from such a technique.

REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS

If Breathwork Principles cancels or reschedules an event you are entitled to a full refund. All cancellations within seven (7) days of the event will receive a one-time credit to redeem within three months of the event date. Tickets are transferable if you email the details of the new ticket holders full name and email address including the event date and venue.