Somatic Breathwork - a bridge between worlds

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Mindful breathwork spans millennia, cultures and continents, as far reaching in any of these directions as you can look. From monks seeking enlightenment in Himalayan caves to elite soldiers practising box breathing to maintain composure under pressure, breath has long been recognized as a direct pathway to nervous system regulation, mental clarity and emotional resilience.

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By consciously altering the rhythm, depth and quality of our breath, we gain access to real-time regulation of our internal state - shifting from stress to calm, from disconnection to presence, from mental chaos to clarity.  

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In addition, we learn to observe the breath, to anchor awareness in the body, enhance interoception (inner body sensing), guide emotional and imagery-based focus, deepen states of awareness and embodiment and explore somatic movement.

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Our approach to breathwork is deeply rooted in the tradition of yogic pranayama, enriched by a strong foundation in somatic practice, informed by science-based techniques like oxygen advantage and guided by a comprehensive anatomical and psychosomatic understanding of the respiratory system.
 

We recognize that restrictions in breathing can arise on multiple levels - physiological, neurological, mental and emotional. Factors such as a tense or imbalanced diaphragm, a restricted ribcage, an overactive nervous system, or unresolved trauma can all impair one’s ability to breathe fully and freely.

Our breathwork sessions therefore address these limitations through both somatic release and structural awareness, while also offering guided training in a range of breathing techniques. This dual approach fosters not only functional respiratory health but also greater emotional regulation and vitality.

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Based on our ongoing exploration of somatic movement in underwater environments, we have developed a unique approach to breath and embodiment coaching to facilitate long breathholds for swimming under water, including specialized techniques for freedivers. Embodied sensory awareness in this context enhances both breath control and bodymind connection in a profoundly immersive way.

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