Altered States Experience | NEWCASTLE | Full Day Retreat
Schedule
Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 pm to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am
UTC+11:00Location
The Place: Charlestown Community Centre | Warners Bay, NS
Altered States Full Day Experience: Expanded States of Consciousness for Healing, Transformation and Awakening - Are You Ready To Go Deeper?** BRAND NEW WORKSHOP FOR 2026! **
This fresh and powerful FULL DAY offering is for anyone ready to experience a deeper level of personal growth, healing and transformation in 2026!
Grounded in both spiritual wisdom and the latest consciousness research, this small group day retreat has been designed for those who are ready to explore a reality beyond the limitations of the mind and open their heart to a whole new way of being through working with altered states of consciousness.
Utilising the power of breathwork, live music and a revolutionary theoretical framework, you will experience first-hand the profound and life-changing benefits these states have to offer.
EVENT RUN SCHEDULE:
Doors Open From: 9:30am with live music from Joshua Tree
Event Begins: 10:00am
Lunch: 1:00pm (included)
Event Concludes: 6:00pm
At the ALTERED STATES FULL DAY EXPERIENCE you will….
- Gain a deeper insight into the higher levels of consciousness that have healed and renewed humanity for eons.
- Discover the fascinating connection between modern consciousness research and ancient systems of spiritual wisdom.
- Gain valuable personal insights by navigating the extended map of the psyche that illuminates the hidden realms of the unconscious mind.
- Engage the power of neuroplasticity; the groundbreaking science of how these states rewire the brain and foster lasting positive change.
- Learn how mystical experiences heal trauma and allow us to move beyond the confines and limitations of everyday reality.
- Discover how altered states create more inner clarity, meaning and purpose in your life.
- Be guided through somatic, creative and interpersonal processes for connection, insight and embodiment.
- Experience altered states for yourself with two epic psychedelic-inspired guided breathwork journeys with guidance from Gene Kelly and incredible live music from Joshua Tree!
ACCESSING ALTERED STATES: Two Guided Psychedelic-Inspired Breathwork & Sound Journeys
Life Changing altered states have typically been confined to near-death experiences, ingesting psychedelic plant medicines or spontaneous satori moments.
However, we now know enough scientifically about what goes on within our brains to replicate these psychedelic states without the use of psychedelic drugs.
We want to offer you the opportunity to go beyond the mundane and experience an altered state of consciousness first hand, using your organic human technology.
The combination of guided breathing exercises, incredible live music, a potent theoretical framework and the lion's mane mushroom will be used to take you deeper into yourself; to expand your mind, open your heart and reconnect with your true power.
It's these awakening moments that have shifted the evolutionary trajectory of humanity. Now, at this crucial junction, it is time to revitalize this exploration.
THE LION'S MANE MUSHROOM
The lion's mane mushroom has been used by the monks of China for thousands of years to optimize their concentration and brain power during meditation.
While perfectly legal and not psychoactive, modern science has shown that this mushroom reliably supercharges brain function.
At the Altered States Experience, it will be used to take this unique combination of breathwork and live music to the next level to create a truly profound experience!
NOTE: This is a drug and alcohol free event.
YOUR HOSTS
Master breathwork facilitator Gene Kelly has almost two decades of experience in the health, wellness and self improvement fields. With passion backed by research, he will offer you the science and holistic understanding of the healing mechanisms produced by this potent combination of breathwork, sound and a tightly held container.
Musical extraordinaire Joshua Tree will provide the soundscape that will guide you into the empowered state of the mystic where you will develop a deeper connection to your expanded self.
For the past several years, this dynamic duo has delivered powerful and life-changing breathwork experiences for thousands of people all over Australia.
Together, in this very special small group container, you are invited to be held and guided into a psychedelic inner experience using your organic human technology.
Through empowerment and support, prepare for a radical shift in perspective and a greater capacity to live the life you born to live.
EXPERIENCES:
- Multiple Workshop Sessions
- Somatic and Embodiment Processes
- Trauma-Informed Facilitation
- Lion's Mane Mushroom Cacao
- Included Lunch & Snacks (customised to your requirements)
- 2 x Epic Guided Breathwork & Live Music Experience
- Immersive Sound and Frequency Healing
- Grounding Process and Integration
- Community Connection in a Safe and Loving Container.
Our dream is that you are as comfortable as possible for the experience. So please wear warm, comfortable clothes, bring water, prepare to kick off your shoes and get ready for a deep dive into the science and mysticism of altered states of consciousness.
Here are a few extra items we can recommend if you really want to up the comfort factor:
- Yoga mat
- Pillow & blanket(s)
- Eye cover
- Bolster/Pillow
- Water bottle
- Pen & paper
- Keep cup/Reusable Mug
And most importantly; bring a open heart and an open mind.
See you on the other side!
With love,
Gene & Josh
The Altered States Experience
Where is it happening?
The Place: Charlestown Community Centre, Frederick St Stand B, 13 Frederick St, Charlestown NSW 2290, Australia, Warners Bay
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