Double Holotropic Breathwork and Sweat Lodge
Schedule
Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC+13:00Location
Sanctuary Hill - Yoga & Retreats - | New Plymouth, TK
Holotropic Breathwork was developed by Stanislav Grof M.D. and Christina Grof, two leading pioneers in the field of Transpersonal Psychology. The word “holotropic” (from the Greek words “holos”and “trepein”) can be described as the journey or movement toward wholeness.Holotropic Breathwork sessions use accelerated breathing and a dynamic musical journey as a method of entering into a non-ordinary state of consciousness. A natural mobilizing process is then activated within the psyche which allows for the emergence of one’s own “inner healing intelligence” to guide the session. Facilitators offer support and energy-release bodywork as needed. One day workshops include two breathwork sessions in the role of breather and sitter, group sharing, mandala drawing and exploring methods of integration. Holotropic Breathwork is of value to anyone that is interested in self-exploration, self-healing and spiritual awareness.
Some of the benefits and results of Holotropic Breathwork are:
• powerful tool of self-exploration
• release of emotional and energetic blocks
• creative inspiration
• inner guidance and insights
• support during times of transition or grieving
• working with family of origin issues
• exploration of the emotional connection to physical ailments
• renewed spiritual connection
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Event Schedule Overview
Session starts with Sweat Lodge and introduction talk on Friday 23rd from 5.30pm and continues with intense breathwork days on Saturday and Sunday from 9am till 8pm, with break for hour lunch and dinner.
Bring:
- Cushion, blanket
- Food for lunch and dinner
- Comfortable cloths
- Water bottle
- Blindfold
- Earplugs (if sensitive)
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Booking details:
https://holotropicao.com//taranaki0226
Contribution: $485
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Facilitator Spotlight
Jiri Hanus, a GTT-certified Holotropic Breathwork facilitator, has been committed to this method since 2008. His passion for exploring non-ordinary states of consciousness led him to bring this transformative practice to Aotearoa. In addition to Holotropic Breathwork, Jiri is a certified facilitator of Trance Dance Ritual, Amazonian medicine Kambô, and OSHO meditations.
Veronika Rybova, is a certified mental health practitioner with 9 years of diverse experience. She holds a Master's degree in psychology and is certified in alcohol and drugs counseling as well as an EFT practitioner. Her postgraduate studies include behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and specialized training in alcohol and drugs. Veronika completed a module on bodywork for Holotropic Breathwork in 2022 and has been actively involved in this field since then.
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More information on Holotropic Breathwork can be found here:
http://www.holotropicao.com/
http://www.stanislavgrof.com/
Arohanui,
Jiri
Where is it happening?
Sanctuary Hill - Yoga & Retreats -, 109 Veale Rd, Ridgewood, New Plymouth 4371, New Zealand, New Plymouth
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