Embodied Breath: A Monthly Ceremony of Breath + Release

Join us for a powerful evening of breath, movement, and deep connection at The Stretch Space. This monthly gathering is designed to help you tune into your body, release stored tension, and expand your inner awareness through:

• Guided movement & embodiment practices
• Connection exercises
• A Conscious Connected Breathwork journey

Led by Cian Dalton and Carolyn Schmidt, husband and wife team behind The Stretch Space in Kitsilano. (learn more about Cian and Carolyn below)

This experience invites you to slow down, listen, and reconnect with yourself in a deeply profound way.

Held on Friday evenings once a month
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
See below for the current schedule and reserve your space.

Upcoming:

Oct 2

Nov 6

Dec 4

ABOUT THE EVENING:

The evening will begin with some guided practices and prompts to get you out of your head and into your body. Then we will move, breathe and connect with ourselves and with each other. This is an opportunity to awaken your full human potential. Each ceremony is a bit different, but you can expect some partner/connection exercises (to awaken our social selves), some free-form and guided movement (to awaken our creativity and somatic selves), and some deep conscious breathing (to tap us into a heightened state of consciousness). You will be held in a safe, supportive container, guided by facilitators who value self-responsiblity and who are trauma informed.

WHAT IS BREATHWORK?

Breathwork is a potent self-healing practice which circulates energy in the body, releasing emotional + physical blockages. We facillitate Conscious Connected Breathwork, which is a circular, rythmic breath in and out of the mouth. This style of breathing can stir up stuck energy, but when approached with ease and with good quality breathing mechanics, will help you let go of what is not longer serving you on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Breathwork is detoxifying for the body and balances the nervous system. This style of breathwork is practiced laying down on your back for about 1 hour, followed by a deep relaxation.

Read more about Breathwork HERE

WHAT TO BRING:

Yoga mats and light blankets are provided, but we highly reccomend bringing an extra blanket and pillow to ensure you are very comfortable. Feel free to bring any additional props/bolsters etc that you may need to support your body in seated and laying down positions. Wear layered clothing as body temperature can fluctuate during the session. Please bring your own water bottle.

6.30 - 8:30pm at The Stretch Space - 2188 York Ave, Vancouver

We aim to start on time! Please arrive 10 minutes early to settle in.

COST:

The exchange for these sessions is by sliding scale (pay what feels accessible to you within this range) $60 - $90 CAD.

* to avoid extra fees payment can be made via Etransfer to [email protected]

Refund Policy:

If you cannot attend an event we can issue a refund or credit to future event if we have at least 7 days notice. Last minute cancellations cannot be accommodated unfortunately as it is very challenging to keep these journeys running successfully this way.

Contact us here for any questions about these breathwork sessions: [email protected]

YOUR FACILITATORS:

Cian Dalton and Carolyn Schmidt, Co-Owners and Founders of The Stretch Space

Cian and Carolyn, founders of The Stretch Space, are experienced bodyworkers, movement teachers, and breathwork facilitators who have been holding space and working with people from all walks of life for over a decade.

Trained by some of the most influential leaders in the wellness world—including Wim Hof, Tom Myers, John F. Barnes, and Ann & Chris Frederick—they are deeply passionate about helping others become the most vibrant and embodied versions of themselves.

At The Stretch Space in Vancouver, BC, they specialize in Stretch Therapy, Breathwork, and Movement, offering 1-on-1 sessions, group experiences, retreats, and facilitator training programs.

Having supported thousands of clients in Vancouver and beyond, Cian and Carolyn remain infinitely grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and share the wisdom of movement and breath.

You can read more about us HERE

Check us out online for all our offerings including 1-1 Breathwork and Stretch Therapy, Wim Hof Method workshops, Retreats, Stretch Therapy trainings and more!

www.thestretchspace.com

Instagram @thestretchspace

Are you interested in learning how facilitate and guide breathwork for others? We have an in depth 3 month training and mentorship program to give you tools you need to do this. See HERE and check out our application form to see if this is a good path for you. Reach out if you'd like to know more.

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