Conscious connected breathwork& cold water exposure
Discover the Power Within: Embrace Transformation Through Conscious Connected Breathwork
What is consious connected breathork
Conscious Connected Breathwork (CCB) constitutes a specialised form of Pranayama Breath work that triggers the sympathetic nervous system, commonly associated with the fight-or-flight response. This method facilitates the exploration of tension and entrenched emotions stored within the body and nervous system due to past experiences and traumas. Many of our triggers, stressors, and repetitive life patterns often originate from these trapped emotions. The practice is designed to help disengage the analytical and active aspects of the mind, encouraging a shift into bodily awareness. The breath generates energy, allowing buried emotions to surface and be fully experienced and incorporated. The advantages of this approach encompass heightened resilience of the nervous system to potential stressors, the liberation of stored stress, trauma, and tension, as well as fostering a profound connection with oneself, others, and the tranquility inherent in being present.
What to expect
The session begins with a short intro to the theory underpinning the session. We will then move into a warm up movement practice focussing on warming up a diaphragm muscles, followed by a 20-minute breathwork session using conscious connected breathing. We will then move into a deep relaxing meditative practice before transitioning to the water. We will conclude with a short ecstatic dance warm-up practice.
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All abilities and experiences are welcome. This session is suitable for those new to cold water as this session does not include a lengthy swim.
SAFTEY GUIDELINES
If you have a diagnosis of the following, we would recommend that you seek medical permission before attending or attend the restorative breath work class.
• Epilepsy
• Detached Retina
•Recent surgery
• Glaucoma
• Osteoporosis that is serious enough whereby moving around actively could cause potential issues.
• High Blood Pressure that is not controlled with medication.
• Cardiovascular disease and/or irregularities including prior heart attack
• Prior strokes or seizures
• Pregnancy
• Asthma (if you have asthma you can participate but you must have your inhaler available)
• Prior diagnosis by a health professional of bipolar disorder or schizophrenia
• Hospitalization for any psychiatric condition during the past 10 years.
• If you have been diagnosed with PTSD or panic disorder and still have active symptoms.
• Under 18
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If you have a diagnosis of the following, we would recommend that you seek medical permission before doing cold water exposure:
• Pregnancy
• Glaucoma
• Heart conditions or arrhythmia
•Raynaud's disease or other blood vessel disorders
•Cold urticaria (an allergic reaction to cold temperatures)
•Have undergone brain surgery, experienced a prior stroke, or sustained head trauma
• Severe COPD or pre-existing lung disease
• Very high or very low blood pressure with a history of fainting or any recent major surgery
•Under 18
How to prepare for your session
What to bring:
*Mandatory- towel, swimwear, plenty of warm layers, a drink, comfy clothing.
*Optional- wooly hat for the water, wet suit, wetsuit socks & gloves, a float, earplugs for the water, slip on shoes to make the transition to and from the dome easier.
Instructions:
*Please come with your swimwear already on so that it is easier to get changed.
*Please have your clothing layers ready to put back on (the more layers the better to trap the air so we warm up quicker). A tight top helps keep the warmth in our core.
*You will see an administration hut where you will be asked to sign in and sign the Alderford waiver if you haven’t already. The cafe is on the left and the dome is round to the right.
*Meeting area- I will meet you all inside the dome at 10:15. Please arrive 10 mins early to give you time to park/sign in & get comfy
How to prepare:
*Please do not come on a full stomach (leave 2 hours from a big meal).
*Wear comfy clothing
Alderfords facilities:
*Free carpark for 3 hours
*Cafe
*Farm shop
*Toilets
*Changing rooms (limited)
Safety measures:
*The entrance to the lake is a gradual decline and you will be able to stand at all times.
*Lifeguard and defib on site. First aid trained staff. Water safety is tested fortnightly. Water temperature is tested daily.
Other:
*Please email me if you would like to hire socks & gloves for water and please let me know what size. I will let you know promptly if I have them.
*I will be around for after the session if anyone has any questions.