Breathwork training, events, retreats and expeditions to unlock your potential
Go Where You Feel Most Alive
We all need a safe space to peel away the layers of armour we have built over the years, face our shadows and get back to the core of who we are.
It’s not easy, but it’s one of the most rewarding paths you can take.
From snowy peaks to the depths of the world’s largest coral reef systems.
Join us on a journey that will reconnect you with nature, your breath, and yourself.
Welcome to Breathless Expeditions
Breathless Expeditions is a carefully curated series of events, experiences and training programmes designed to help you harness the power of your breathing for better health, wellbeing and performance.
Our goal is to create space away from the noise of the world and empower you with practical tools and knowledge to promote mental well-being, build resilience, and achieve a more balanced and fulfilling life.
We hope you find something here that makes your heart beat faster.
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12 MONTH MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM (START DATE: ANYTIME DURING THE YEAR) The path toward breath mastery is infinite; the expansion of skills, knowledge and understanding never
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12 MONTH MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM (START DATE: ANYTIME DURING THE YEAR)
The path toward breath mastery is infinite; the expansion of skills, knowledge and understanding never ends, and that’s where the magic lies. When you embrace the journey, you’ll discover that the potential for personal growth is truly limitless.
The world is re-awakening to the power of the breath, and the applications of breathwork in every industry are enormous. As a breathwork leader, you have the opportunity to be part of an ever-evolving journey that can help shape your community in profound ways.
Your dedication to evolving yourself, has a flow on effect that benefits those around you. Your commitment to personal development not only ensures that you are able to unlock new levels of growth and transformation for yourself, but also for the people you teach and inspire. This ongoing process will benefit you and help others, for the betterment of all.
Breathless is here to give you the tools, knowledge, and inspiration that you need to stay at the forefront of the industry, and to have the greatest positive impact possible. Our promise is to provide you with invaluable guidance as you explore the transformative realm of breathwork.
So, get ready to embark on an incredible journey of discovery and empowerment!
WHAT WE OFFER
MONTHLY EXPERIENCES
Specialised ‘How To’ webinars that focus on:
- Confidently building a flourishing breathwork business
- Creating unforgettable breathwork experiences & events for your community
- Growing your Breathwork Community & expanding your tribe
- Social Media Marketing – Tips and tools from the experts
- Specialised Breathwork to enhance sports performance & support health conditions, run by experts in their field
BI-MONTHLY EXPERIENCES
Case studies and interviews, providing insight into breathwork and its application in clinical practice. These experiences offer a unique opportunity to learn from real-life examples and gain insights from experts in the field.
QUARTERLY IN PERSON UPSKILLING SESSIONS
Breathless is at the forefront of breathwork research. These quarterly educational experiences will allow you to upskill with knowledge, connect with your tribe and help to position you as a quality leader in your field.
By participating in these experiences, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the power of breathwork and how it can be applied in various contexts. You’ll also have the chance to connect with other practitioners and build a supportive community, whilst enhancing your knowledge, skill and confidence as a a breathwork practitioner.
In person events are not included in the subscription price however, 10 % discount is given as an Exclusive Member offer to quarterly in-person events designed to refine your skills and take your breathwork to the next level.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN DURING THE INSPIRATION PROGRAM
As a taster, some of the exciting topics you will gain greater insight into are:
- 3 Part in Depth Webinar series helping you to build your breathwork business
- Breath & Ice Application for Women
- Breath to enhance Sports Performance
- Breating to improve posture and Functional Movement
- Breathwork for Anxiety
- Breathwork for Children
- Breathwork to support specific health conditions
- The application of Music and how it can enhance the breathwork experience
- How to guide professional cold water therapy sessions
As a member, you will also have access to step-by-step guides, check lists & tools to create seamless experiences.
OUR OFFER
The Inspiration Program is your opportunity to stay continuously connected with the thriving Breathless community. It’s your chance to nourish yourself, refine your skillset, and gain confidence through powerful connections with like-minded individuals, all sharing a common goal – to bring the benefits of breathwork to their communities and to the world.
So why not unlock the power of your breath with exclusive access to live webinars, upskilling sessions, case study and mentor programs, and adventure sessions.
As part of the inspiration program you will gain:
- Unlimited exclusive access to our inspiration library which includes all past and present monthly webinars, case studies and interviews.
- 10 % Exclusive Member discount to quarterly in-person events designed to refine your skills and take your breathwork to the next level.
- 10 % Exclusive Member discount on specialised small group mentor programs to build confidence and fast track your results.
Instructor Subscription Annual Investment
There are 3 options to jump onboard with the inspiration program:
- Pay $320 today 1 year of access
- Pay $27 per month – 1 year minimum commitment
- Pay Per Webinar: $35.00 each
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Time
July 1, 2023 4:00 pm – June 30, 2025 5:30 pm(GMT+10:00)
FACILITATORS
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Joana Ruival
Breathless Master Instructor
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Johannes Egberts
Founder
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Lou Porter
Breathless Master Instructor
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Rebekah Nutter
Breathwork, Freediving & Human Performance Expert
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Simon Yuen
Breathless Master Instructor
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Ready to transform lives as a breathwork practitioner? “Breathless Expeditions is Australia’s leading Breathwork Movement and offers a cutting-edge Breathwork Facilitator
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Ready to transform lives as a breathwork practitioner?
“Breathless Expeditions is Australia’s leading Breathwork Movement and offers a cutting-edge Breathwork Facilitator Training for anyone who is looking to become a Breathwork Practitioner. The #1 goal of this online program is to provide expertise in the art of breathing, the science behind breathwork and elite-performance practices.”
The pressure of modern life in the 21st century can consist of highly stressful environments, anxiety, depression and a lack of sleep.
Bodies, minds and nervous systems are out of balance, impacting people’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.
Yet we all hold the magic key to changing this – breath awareness.
Our breath is the first to respond to any changes in our emotional or physical state. With breathwork mastery, we all have the ability to find balance and navigate the world with conscious connected breathing.
Becoming a breathwork practitioner can be one of your most rewarding personal or professional experiences. As we take a deep dive during our time together, you’ll discover how breathwork training can help, heal and transform individuals.
You will continue to thrive with your online tribe and the Breathless family beyond graduation with ongoing support for professional development and lifetime access to the academy portal. The community and connection that awaits will be instrumental in your personal and professional growth.
At Breathless Expeditions, we offer Australia’s most comprehensive breathwork facilitator training. You’ll graduate being able to confidently and competently facilitate breathwork classes, workshops or retreats and hold space as a group facilitator. It is a professional path, that guarantees a world of opportunity when you become a breathwork group facilitator.
PHASE 1: BREATHWORK E-LEARNING (20 HOURS – START ANYTIME)
The first phase consists of over 20 hours of Breathwork e-Learning Material, where you’ll take a deep dive into the science, data and theory, and develop a personal practice with your breath. Through our user-friendly, online e-learning academy, you’ll discover the tools, techniques and revolutionary methods that contribute to becoming a skilled expert in breathwork.
This is the essential basecamp phase of the training where we equip you with the fundamental skills and knowledge underpinning the seven week online course.
PHASE 2: ONLINE PRACTITIONER TRAINING (7 WEEKS)
The second phase is where you’ll learn and experience the transformative power of your breath.
We will meet weekly on a Wednesday for 90 mins via zoom where you’ll step into your role as a Breathwork Instructor as you learn and practise a wide range of breathing techniques, methods and tools and experience your own breakthroughs.
We will also meet every Friday (optional) for 90 mins via zoom and be introduced to master instructors in the industry who share their gifts and strategies for successful business platforms. Each session will also allow time for Q&A’s.
At Breathless Expeditions, our philosophy rests on the idea that you can only guide people as far and as deep as you have explored yourself, which is why we take you on a journey of discovery with your own breath, followed by creating your own instructor style.
Prepare to be blown away by the power of your breath amidst like-minded people from the comfort of your own environment, whereever that may be in the world.
OUR MISSION FOR OUR BREATHWORK FACILITATOR TRAINING
At Breathless Expeditions, we are on a mission to help as many people as possible breathe better.
In order to do this, we have created our very own Breathwork Academy. By training highly motivated, forward thinking individuals to become exceptional breathwork facilitators, we can share the Breathless experience in a way that is powerful, progressive and personal.
We also donate 10% of all our profits towards the conservation of the Great Barrier Reef and the Amazon Rainforest. This means that you’re helping support two of nature’s greatest oxygen providers and protecting these wonders for future generations as well as equipping people to do transformational work in the lives of others.
WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOT THE BREATHLESS FACILITATOR TRAINING?
“I recently completed my instructor training in the snowy mountains with Johannes and team and wow, what an experience. I have learnt a wealth of knowledge about the breath and on top of that had many personal breakthroughs during and after the experience. As someone in the industry already the learning was invaluable and I have already started implementing my learning with clients. The whole process has been wonderful in terms of integration including a 4 week period of continued learning and support. Can’t wait to get back to the mountains to complete my master instructor course! Thankyou breathless.” – Carly Edwards
“It might be an over used term but this was truly life changing. The amount of time and effort Johannes has put into developing this course becomes very apparent before you even arrive and continues to show well after you leave. There’s so much information and detail involved and it’s delivered in a way that is very graspable, transparent, and demonstrated on the practical level. The balance between west and eastern science + philosophy and various breath practices was also structured in a way that encourages learning in a safe and supportive environment. The support team were equally amazing as was the venue, food, and overall experience. Recommend it to each and everyone whether you want to be an instructor or just have the experience itself :)” – Jacob McCue
“One of the most in depth, well researched and transformational trainings I’ve been too. Johannes and team have put together a course and an experience that is actually beyond expectations. I particularly loved the mix of science, practice, spirituality, mindset and LOVE that they brought to the table. And on top of that, you get to reclaim your natural way of breathing and change your life. What else can you ask for? Thank you Johannes and Breathless Expeditions.” Laura Gutierrez
THE 5 BIGGEST BENEFITS OF BECOMING A BREATHLESS INSTRUCTOR
1: PROVEN METHODS
Breathwork is simple, accessible and profound. We teach you about the proven scientific principles that you can easily share with others. You’ll learn to work with techniques and apply principles that will impact people’s lives significantly. Click here if you would like to see founder, Johannes Egberts, in action practicing these methods.
2: CATCHING THE NEXT BIG WAVE
Do you remember when Mindfulness & Meditation became the hottest topic in today’s society? Breathwork is here to stay and it’s impacting an extensive range of people from all different ages, backgrounds and walks of life.
3: CREATING LASTING CHANGES
Breathwork holds the keys to improved sleep, combatting stress and anxiety, greater immunity, enhanced athletic and mental performance, and even weight loss. ….and that’s just the beginning.
4: GIVING YOUR INCOME A BOOST
Regardless of which field you work in, whether you work in health, science, education or somewhere in between, becoming a Breathwork Practitioner gives you an extra skill that you can easily monetise.
5: GETTING MORE THAN YOU GIVE
Breathwork is a gift that keeps giving. By teaching others from a place of your own authentic experiences, you have the opportunity to help yourself and others and create meaningful connections that can last a lifetime.
TO SUMMARISE – WHAT IS INCLUDED IN OUR BREATHWORK FACILITATOR ONLINE TRAINING?
- 7 Weeks of Online Training
- 100 hours of Breathwork practice
- 20 Hours of pre-recorded learning materials
- 21 Day Master Your Breath Program
- Exclusive membership offer to the Inspiration Program for ongoing mentoring, business planning and coaching workshops
- Professional support + guidance
- Lifetime access to the Breathless Academy eLearning platform
Sign up today and join Australia’s premier online breathwork training with Johannes Egberts
Once you complete the breathwork facilitator training program, you’ll graduate fully qualified to teach breathwork classes, workshops and retreats confidently and competently. You also receive accredited certification from Breathless Expeditions.
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Time
March 19, 2025 7:00 am – May 7, 2025 6:00 am(GMT+10:00)
FACILITATORS
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Johannes Egberts
Founder
FAQ
WHEN CAN I START FACILITATING BREATHWORK TRAINING?
Getting a clear understanding of your goals and helping you map out your vision and direction moving forward are a big part of the training. The course is designed so that you can begin teaching, running workshops and producing content as soon as you qualify. International certification will be granted upon completion of the training, including support with setting up insurance, liability and indemnity. However, as part of the training, you will already be working with friends and family and the public at large as soon as you are ready. You will quickly expand your network of other breathwork practitioners who you could start training with before you receive an official diploma of breathwork and start working with your own clients. Johannes: “For everyone who trains as a Breathless instructor, your success is mine, and I will do my best to work with you to get you set up and teaching within your first few months of qualifying. This will include framing your unique position in the market, step-by-step processes on perfecting your offerings and helping assisting myself and other breathwork practitioners in live workshops to build your confidence.”
WHY DO I NEED ANOTHER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE?
Finding the right training for you is far more than a list of what you’ll get. Is this a movement you want to be part of? Do you like the culture? Do the values resonate with you? Are these the sort of people you want to hang out with and learn with and from? Do you want to work alongside and be affiliated with this group or do you just want a fancy title? Is a world of many courses does this offering meet you in your personal journey If something doesn’t feel right, then it probably isn’t. But if the message, mission and values speak to you, then you will move mountains to become part of that tribe. As part of the Breathless family, you will be a student of life, for life. Surrounding yourself with a tribe of like-minded individuals committed to growth and bringing this method to the world is as empowering as it is worthwhile. This is not just another personal development seminar or self-help course that promises the goods just as soon as you buy ‘the next course’. Our training is of the highest standard, with the promise not only will this be the last breathwork course you’ll ever need to take but also that you will be part of a movement and a tribe that share your goals, aspirations and determination to help people learn to help themselves. Johannes: I obtained 10 breathwork certificates before starting Breathless. Travelling the world on a shoestring, always looking to get myself in the right room, at the right time, asking the right question, I learned more about the art and science of breathing and myself than I imagined was possible, but what I really took away was the importance of culture and community. The idea that specific methods or individuals hold the key, the secret or the undivulged wisdom is outdated. We’re all looking at the same research papers, distilling the same principles into practices and drawing from the greats that have come before us. What matters most is the people, the community and the connections. At Breathless, we offer all that and world-class training. Breathless shapes the future of the Australian Breathwork industry.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A BREATHWORK TRAINER?
A Breathwork trainer is committed to sharing and developing the world of breathing exercises. Past students guide breathwork sessions for groups in the form of workshops, teaching in the workplace and schools, coaching sports teams and yoga practitioners and working with the general public. Other instructors incorporate breathing practices into their existing work as coaches, naturopaths, health practitioners and counsellors. For some, becoming an instructor simply means a lifelong commitment to breathing the best they can. For others, it’s about helping their families and loved ones make the most of every breath.
WHAT ARE THE TRAINING GUIDELINES?
The 3 month instructor training program is broken down into three phases. Upon signing up, you will create your profile and gain access to the Breathless Adacemy. There you’ll find study materials from Breathwork Master Trainer Johannes Egberts, an extensive resource library, guided breathing practices and so much more. Phase 1 consists of 20 hours of pre-recorded lectures. These are to be viewed in your own time during the course. Phase 2 is delivered virtually over a period of 7 weeks. This phase brings together the practice and theory through intensive workshops, stimulating discussions and virtual breathwork adventures as you connect further with yourself and your new tribe. Phase 3 is where you apply everything you’ve learned through our 28 day program.
HOW MUCH HOME STUDY IS THERE?
In commitment to our vision, we’ve built the most comprehensive learning platform in the breathwork movement to date. Inside our rapidly growing resource library, there are lectures, guided breath work sessions and online seminars to which you will have unlimited access as a Breathless Trainer. However, we are not here to push you into anything for which you are not ready for. The 20 hours of e-learning materials, which are prerequisites to the international certification, have been adapted to suit all learning styles. Complex lectures have also been recorded in conversational podcasts to suit those with limited time and busy lifestyles. The learning platform is designed to be highly practical and compelling to aid in your transformation, build your confidence, focus and enhance your competence to become the best facilitator you can be.
WHAT ABOUT THE FINANCIALS?
We want this training to be accessible to anyone who feels drawn to this work which is why we offer our breathwork instructor training. The growth of our community, the chance to help people transform their lives and the opportunity to inspire excellence in this industry is way above any financial gain. Whilst we provide the highest possible standard of training to all levels of facilitators, we are not interested in running an elite club. We’re in this for the long run. Some instructors will go on to run a wildly successful breathwork businesses, others will simply reap the rewards of being part of a positive movement that supports all areas of life. We believe is that any professional not teaching breath right now is missing out on having impact, purpose and profit. Those purporting to be breathwork instructors with little or no training are causing damage to the viability of this work. What we need is a higher standard and those willing to invest in themselves will lead the way. We will provide intricate guidelines on pricing and establishing the value of your work as well as business coaching, marketing advice and more. Put simply, you can expect to earn your investment back within the first 2 months of teaching. Johannes: I built a 6 figure business from scratch in my first year of teaching. I then invested every single dollar straight back into my learning and development as a breathing instructor, and to this day, I still do. I am committed to your success as much as you are. For me, money has never been the driving factor behind my teaching. It became simply a by-product of building the lifestyle, tribe and purpose of my dreams. 10% of all our profits are donated towards the conservation of the Great Barrier Reef and the Amazon Rainforest. This means that you’re helping support two of nature’s greatest oxygen providers and protecting these wonders for future generations as well as equipping yourself to do transformational work in others’ lives.
HOW OFTEN DOES BREATHLESS EXPEDITIONS RUN BREATHWORK TRAININGS?
Breathless Expeditions is running multiple breathwork trainer training through the year. Have a look at the upcoming events on our website that will provide a full list of all available dates for you to become a breathwork mastery trainer.
WHY BREATHWORK?
The field of breathwork is one of the most rapidly expanding lifestyle practices today. With the mindfulness, yoga and meditation movements already established, breath is the new movement and it is here to stay. More and more people are waking up to the idea that conscious breathing is one of the most powerful remedies to our modern human condition. There is so much demand to support our communities with trauma, managing emotions and heart intelligence. We are at a unique time when science has finally caught up with spirituality. This is an opportunity for breathwork instructors to connect the fields of ancient wisdom with modern applications and help people optimise every breath they take, take responsibility for their own personal healing, expand their consciousness and become more grounded, centred human beings.
PLEASE READ THE DISCLAIMER AND REVIEW THE WAIVER
DISCLAIMER: Breathwork offers many potential benefits, but certain conditions may create risks for some individuals. It is essential to read all questions in Breathless Waiver above carefully before deciding if Breathwork is right for you, and let your health practitioner know about any concerns before participating. There are some contraindications including but not limited to pregnancy, glaucoma, high blood pressure not controlled with medication, cardiovascular disease, aneurysm in the brain or abdomen, uncontrolled thyroid conditions and diabetes, asthma (if you have an inhaler, bring it to the session), epilepsy, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia diagnosis or previous psychiatric hospitalisation within the last ten years; other medical or physical conditions that impair the ability to engage in intense physical/emotional release.
A positive answer does not necessarily exclude you from participating but may require medical clearance first. So, carefully reviewing all questions in the waiver and indicating any relevant personal situations before engaging in Breathwork activities is essential.
Breathless Expeditions: Refunds & Cancellations Policy
Instructor Courses, Expeditions & Freediving Retreats (including Online Instructor Course)
Welcome to Breathless Expeditions. We are dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional experiences while ensuring clarity and transparency in all our transactions. This Refunds & Cancellations Policy outlines our approach to refunds and cancellations, reflecting our commitment to fairness and customer satisfaction.
Please note: This policy is subject to change from time to time to reflect our evolving practices or regulatory requirements. We encourage our clients to review the policy periodically for any updates.
Last Updated: 15 February 2024
By engaging with our services and making a purchase, you acknowledge and agree to the terms laid out in this policy. We strive to balance the interests of both Breathless Expeditions and our valued clients, ensuring that the terms are reasonable, fair, and clearly communicated.
Timing of payments
Please be advised that full payment for any of our offerings is required six weeks prior to the commencement of the service or event, except for those customers who have opted for a payment plan arrangement. This policy ensures that we can manage our bookings and associated costs effectively, especially for arrangements that require advance commitments such as accommodation, food and appropriate staff for events and expeditions.
- Deposits are refundable until the expiry of a cooling-off period of 14 days.
- If you have made the full payment and wish to cancel with at least 60 days’ notice prior to the course, expedition or retreat start date, you will receive a full refund less your deposit as stated above.
- If you have made the full payment and wish to cancel at least 30 to 59 days prior to a retreat start date, you will receive a 50% refund less your deposit
- Cancellations within 29 days of the start date may receive a 15% refund (less the deposit) if the spot can be filled; otherwise, the payment is non-refundable.
Deposits are defined as either a $1,000 prepayment or the first (and possibly second) payment plan instalment that cumulatively equals at least $1,000. This deposit is non-refundable after a 14-day cooling-off period.
Payment Plans
We believe our transformative experiences should be accessible to everyone. Our payment plans are designed to provide financing options for those unable to pay upfront, though they incur additional costs due to the interest charged to offset our risk. The same cancellation fees as outlined above apply to clients on payment plans. This means:
- After the initial deposit, a 14-day cooling-off period is included, during which a full refund can be claimed and all access removed.
- All subsequent payments are non-refundable. Early termination of the agreement by a participant or client necessitates the payment of all remaining dues. Failure to complete the payment may result in the removal of course access.
- Each monthly instalment is due every 30 days from the initial deposit date. Clients are obligated to fulfil all payments, even if the agreement is terminated early by the client, subject to the terms herein, including potential late payment fees for delayed payments.
This policy aims to clarify the terms surrounding payments, cancellations, and refunds, ensuring transparency and understanding for all our clients.
We look forward to sharing in experiences together.
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This expedition is for Breathless Instructors Only – Freediving Reunion Learn how to Freedive at our “Lady Elliot Island Freediving & Breathwork Retreat” and explore the underwater world on
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This expedition is for Breathless Instructors Only – Freediving Reunion
Learn how to Freedive at our “Lady Elliot Island Freediving & Breathwork Retreat” and explore the underwater world on just one breath.
Freedive in crystal waters where whales, manta rays and turtles swim, immerse yourself in nature and connect above and below the surface on this magical island retreat.
LADY ELIOT ISLAND
Lady Elliot Island’s pristine lagoons and reefs are home to some of the world’s most incredible marine life. Humpback whales, dolphins, manta rays, turtles and a myriad of fish grace these crystal clear waters where we will snorkel, dive and swim. One of the most important seabird nesting sites in the Great Barrier Reef, the island is also a magnet for bird watchers. It’s a mini paradise on Earth and we can’t think of a better place to explore, expand and exhale.
- Arrive Tuesday & Depart Sunday 6 days/5 nights on Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
- Freediving and snorkelling trips
- Daily Breathwork classes
- Glass bottom boat trips
- Boat charters from the island for diving trips
- PADI Freediving eLearning materials and certification
- Guided island tours conducted by master reef guides
- Humpback and manta ray spotting
- A magical, exhilarating night dive
Why Should I Come Along to the Lady Elliot Island Freediving & Breathwork Expedition?
Lady Elliot Island is part of one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. There are very few places on the planet that can match the wonder that exists here, both above and below.
Hence, what better place to reconnect with yourself, nature and the power of both?
Deepen your personal connection with the natural world through daily freediving, snorkelling, yoga and breathwork classes. Here you’ll observe the natural beauty of the reef from above. Also, learn from experienced island guides. Thereupon, watch as humpback whales and manta rays pass by on their annual migration. Finally, dive deep into the night before resurfacing and returning to the real world, refreshed, rejuvenated and refocused.
We will organise and take care of everything. So, all you need to do is turn up with an open heart, a willingness to go deep and ready to connect on a totally different level.
This retreat has been designed for those who are:
- Interested in freediving, exploring the Great Barrier Reef.
- Embracing a deeper understanding of self and the connection between emotions, breathing patterns and the natural world.
- Looking to unlock energy, break free from fight or flight responses, lower anxiety levels and eradicate repressed or held emotions, and
- Keen witness the beauty of this stunning setting in a unique and expansive way
- As a result, seeking to explore personal limits in a safe, held environment.
What Makes This Retreat Special
This retreat offers a holistic approach to freediving, combining the exhilaration of underwater exploration with emotional healing through breathwork.
Freediving with manta rays is a unique and special experience because it allows you to:
Connect with Nature: It offers a chance to interact with these graceful creatures in their natural habitat, forging a deep connection with the marine world.
Close Encounters: Freediving allows you to get up close and personal with manta rays, experiencing their majestic presence without the noise and disruption of scuba gear.
Intimate Experience: It’s a more intimate and peaceful way to observe mantas, as you move through the water on their terms, often without the bubbles and equipment associated with scuba diving.
Unforgettable Memories: The sheer beauty and serenity of freediving with manta rays create memories that are both exhilarating and profoundly moving, leaving a lasting impact on divers.
Discover the transformative power of breath for enhanced performance and well-being. Set in a stunning location, you’ll connect with like-minded individuals while receiving personalized coaching to unlock your full potential.
Freediving & Gear Information for Lady Elliot Island Expedition
As part of the Lady Elliot Island Freediving & Breathwork Expedition, here’s a breakdown of important gear and pricing information, as well as a helpful link for additional details:
Included in Your Package:
- Mask, Snorkel, and Fins: These are included free of charge as part of your package but these are not Freediving Fins – Be sure to check with Bek or Johannes if they have a size that they can lend you if you are not brining your own fins or wetsuit.
Additional Gear Hire Prices:
- Wetsuits: Hire prices are listed on the Lady Elliot Island Dive Store website (Dive Gear & Prices).
- The dive store prices are subject to change at any time, so we recommend double-checking the latest pricing on the Lady Elliot Island Dive Store website.
If you have any other questions or specific gear requirements, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Breathless Team.
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Time
April 22, 2025 10:00 am – April 27, 2025 11:00 am(GMT+10:00)
Location
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort
Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort Lady Elliot, QLD 4805 Australia
FACILITATORS
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Johannes Egberts
Founder
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Rebekah Nutter
Breathwork, Freediving & Human Performance Expert
Schedule
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- April 22, 2025
- April 23, 2025
- April 24, 2025
- April 25, 2025
- April 26, 2025
- April 27, 2025
FAQ
What do I need to bring?
- Personal dive gear
- Clothing for a tropical environment
- Insect repellent
- Reef Shoes or Crocs
- Sunscreen/sun protection
We recommend bringing as little as possible. Expect no phone reception and no high speed wifi. Just plenty of sunshine and wonder!
Please note that baggage allowance is 1 dive bag and 1 checked bag per person (no more than 15kg in total).
*Note that if you’ll be borrowing dive equipment from us your checked allowance will be of 10kg in total
If you need to be reached by phone, anyone can call you at the eco-resort. There is paid wifi at reception.
How do I get there?
You’ll need to get yourself to Hervey Bay, Bundaberg, Brisbane (Redcliffe) or Gold Coast airport. From there, you’ll be whisked away to Lady Eliot Island and dropped off afterwards.
Flights are additional and will depend on your destination port as to costs – Breathless will Invoice and Book these flights for you.
In 2024, Return Flights from Hervey Bay to Lady Elliot Island on Seair Pacific cost approximately $465.00 per person
Return flights from Gold Coast approximately $910.00 per person or Brisbane (Redcliffe) cost approximately $910.00 per person
Flights to and from the island are not included in the booking price and will be charged separately 30 days out from the retreat.
What can I expect from food & accomodation?
The Eco-Resort
Just a short walk from the lagoon, each eco cabin has been designed to fit into the natural surroundings whilst providing the ultimate in comfort and relaxation. Accommodation and bathroom facilities are shared and each cabin is equipped with power points, ceiling fan and a deck for taking in the beautiful surroundings.
The Banquets
2 meals per day are provided from the Beachfront Dining Room and it is the only restaurant on Lady Eliot and is known for it’s delicious, nourishing cuisine. Upon booking, you will be sent a form to let us know of any dietary requirements.
How might a day on the island flow?
💨 Morning Breathwork Magic – Move, Breathe, and end up giggling on each others bellies for be best part of 30 minutes
🐬 Freedive session #1 – Learn to relax into intensity, reach new depths whilst encountering those fleeting moments of timelessness facing Manta Rays and reef sharks
🍃 Eco Resort Lounging – Soak up sun, doze off, read or explore what low tide washed up with the master reef guides
⛵ Glass Bottom Boat trip – Mantas, whales and more 🦈- forget about numbers and performance and just explore, swim through caves, caress turtles and play with the local dolphin
🏝️ Explore the Island – venture into the Pisonia Forest when a magic clearing appears and we open up a Breath-work ceremony, drinking sacred Cacao & connecting even deeper
🌅 360 Sunset Magic – Watching the shark fins and manta wingtips trail across the horizon as we savour the moment.
🕊️ The bird colonies return to the island in mass, creating an indescribable spectacle as their numbers black out the purple hues of the last moments of day
🌠A magical night dive – Secrets of the Great Barrier Reef unfold in the Eerie underwater world, hold on tight to eachother and chase the phosphorescence
🌙 Resting in the Eco Cabins in wonder at what depths and heights tomorrow will bring. Can’t fathom we have another 5 days of this ahead….
Freediving is an incredibly relaxing activity that combines disciplines of the body and the mind. We will guide each guest individually to their own ability and limits. If for any reason you don’t feel like diving, you can still have a blast snorkeling around crystal clear waters or maybe doubling up on your yoga practice. Our Freediving instructors are very experienced and take safety very seriously, you are in really good hands.
Can we fish on Lady Elliot Island?
Situated within a highly protected ‘Green Zone’ the coral cay is a sanctuary for over 1,200 species of marine life and is known for its abundance of manta rays, turtles, amazing array of spectacular marine life and unspoilt coral reef. No fishing or spearfishing is allowed.
Do we need any prior experience?
No experience is required to join, we teach all levels of freediving including beginners. It’s recommended to swim in the ocean regularly as preparation and get used to wearing some freediving equipment such as fins, a mask and a snorkel.
What if I’m not interested in Freediving?
No problem at all! Come hangout on the amazing glass bottom boat tours, snorkel, swim in the lagoon and explore the reef with the Master Reef Guides. There will also be epic Breathwork classes, daily yoga and workouts and much more activities for everyone.
Medical
Lady Elliot Island is a remote location, 80km from the Queensland coast. There is limited air access and neither Lady Elliot
Management nor Breathless hold liability for any flights and/or state of emergency transportation services in relation to accidents or illness
whilst on Lady Elliot Island. We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances. Qualified Senior First
Aid Officers are on Island for any first aid issues. We also have a well equipped First Aid room which houses oxygen, a defibrillator, a
Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) emergeancy medical kit and other standard first aid equipment.
What is the average age range?
Our retreats attract a diverse range of participants in terms of age. While we frequently welcome families, with parents who are vibrant and youthful in their 50s to 60s, along with their young adult or teenage children, the majority of our attendees fall within the 20 to 40-year-old age bracket. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and enriching experience that appeals to individuals from all walks of life and various age groups.
Should I bring my own weights?
No need to bring your own weights; we have them available for you at the dive shop.
Do I need travel insurance?
Just like any overseas trip, having personal travel insurance is good to have for your own protection and peace of mind, but not mandatory.
What style of yoga do we practice during the retreat?
Our yoga sessions are specially designed for freediving, focusing on enhancing flexibility. These sessions are suitable for all levels of yoga practitioners, from beginners to advanced. Depending on the days and the intensity we put on our bodies during the different stages of the training days, we will practice Hatha and Vinyasa styles of yoga some days, and Restorative and Yin on others.
Are solo travelers welcome?
Yes, solo travelers are absolutely welcome on the retreat in Amed. It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, and many of our guests come alone and form lifelong friendships during their stay.
Is the retreat flexible? Do I have to attend all the activities?
While we highly encourage participants to take advantage of the wide range of sessions we offer, it’s important to emphasize that all activities are entirely optional. Your retreat experience should be tailored to your preferences, allowing you to create the most enjoyable and fulfilling holiday possible. This is your time to relax, rejuvenate, and make the most of your journey with us, and we’re here to ensure it’s everything you want it to be.
Deposit/Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable deposit due within 30 days of booking date – $1,200 – This includes PADI certification and online pre-learnings material access.
Final balance due 60 days prior to travel date.
100% cancellation fee if all or part of booking cancelled inside 60 days of event.
Special Terms & Conditions
To run the Lady Elliot Retreat, a minimum number of bookings is necessary. Up to 14 days in advance of the start date, Breathless Expeditions will be able to cancel the trip. In this case, a full refund of all payments including the deposit will be returned to customers. With your booking, you agree that Breathless Expeditions will not be held liable for any other travel arrangements clients could have made, including but not limited to flights and transportation bookings.
Breathless Expeditions: Refunds & Cancellations Policy
Instructor Courses, Expeditions & Freediving Retreats (including Online Instructor Course)
Welcome to Breathless Expeditions. We are dedicated to providing our clients with exceptional experiences while ensuring clarity and transparency in all our transactions. This Refunds & Cancellations Policy outlines our approach to refunds and cancellations, reflecting our commitment to fairness and customer satisfaction.
Please note: This policy is subject to change from time to time to reflect our evolving practices or regulatory requirements. We encourage our clients to review the policy periodically for any updates.
Last Updated: 15 February 2024
By engaging with our services and making a purchase, you acknowledge and agree to the terms laid out in this policy. We strive to balance the interests of both Breathless Expeditions and our valued clients, ensuring that the terms are reasonable, fair, and clearly communicated.
Timing of payments
Please be advised that full payment for any of our offerings is required six weeks prior to the commencement of the service or event, except for those customers who have opted for a payment plan arrangement. This policy ensures that we can manage our bookings and associated costs effectively, especially for arrangements that require advance commitments such as accommodation, food and appropriate staff for events and expeditions.
- Deposits are refundable until the expiry of a cooling-off period of 14 days.
- If you have made the full payment and wish to cancel with at least 60 days’ notice prior to the course, expedition or retreat start date, you will receive a full refund less your deposit as stated above.
- If you have made the full payment and wish to cancel at least 30 to 59 days prior to a retreat start date, you will receive a 50% refund less your deposit
- Cancellations within 29 days of the start date may receive a 15% refund (less the deposit) if the spot can be filled; otherwise, the payment is non-refundable.
Deposits are defined as either a $1,000 prepayment or the first (and possibly second) payment plan instalment that cumulatively equals at least $1,000. This deposit is non-refundable after a 14-day cooling-off period.
Payment Plans
We believe our transformative experiences should be accessible to everyone. Our payment plans are designed to provide financing options for those unable to pay upfront, though they incur additional costs due to the interest charged to offset our risk. The same cancellation fees as outlined above apply to clients on payment plans. This means:
- After the initial deposit, a 14-day cooling-off period is included, during which a full refund can be claimed and all access removed.
- All subsequent payments are non-refundable. Early termination of the agreement by a participant or client necessitates the payment of all remaining dues. Failure to complete the payment may result in the removal of course access.
- Each monthly instalment is due every 30 days from the initial deposit date. Clients are obligated to fulfil all payments, even if the agreement is terminated early by the client, subject to the terms herein, including potential late payment fees for delayed payments.
This policy aims to clarify the terms surrounding payments, cancellations, and refunds, ensuring transparency and understanding for all our clients.
We look forward to sharing in experiences together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting a clear understanding of your goals and helping you map out your vision and direction moving forward are a big part of the breathwork teacher training. Our breathwork facilitator course is designed so that you can begin teaching breathwork, running workshops, and producing content as soon as you qualify.
Breathwork instructor certification will be granted upon completion of the training, including support with setting up insurance, liability, and indemnity. However, as part of the training, you will already be working with friends and family and the public at large as soon as you are ready.
Johannes: For everyone who trains as a Breathless breathwork instructor, your success is mine, and I will do my best to work with you to get you setup and teaching breathwork within your first few months of qualifying. This will include framing your unique position in the market, step-by-step processes on perfecting your offerings and helping assisting myself and other instructors in live workshops to build your confidence.
Finding the right breathwork instructor training for you is far more than a list of what you’ll get.
Is this a movement you want to be part of? Do you like the culture? Do the values resonate with you? Are these the sort of people you want to hang out with and learn with and from? Do you want to work alongside and be affiliated with this group or do you just want a fancy title? If something doesn’t feel right, then it probably isn’t.
But if the message, mission and values speak to you, then you will move mountains to become part of that tribe.
As part of the Breathless family, you will be a student of life, for life. Surrounding yourself with a tribe of likeminded individuals committed to growth and bringing this method to the world is as empowering as it is worthwhile.
This is not just another personal development seminar or self-help course that promises the goods just as soon as you buy ‘the next course’. Our breathwork facilitator training is of the highest standard, with the promise not only will this be the last breathwork instructor course you’ll ever need to take but also that you will be part of a movement and a tribe who share your goals, aspirations and determination to help people learn to help themselves.
Johannes: I obtained 10 breathwork certificates before starting Breathless. Travelling the world on a shoestring, always looking to get myself in the right room, at the right time, asking the right question, I learned more about the art and science of breathing and myself then I imagined was possible but what I really took away was the importance of culture and community.
The idea that certain methods or individuals are holding onto the key, the secret or the undivulged wisdom is outdated. We’re all looking at the same research papers, distilling the same principles into practices and drawing from the greats that have come before us.
What matters most is the people, the community and the connections.
At Breathless, we offer all that and world class breathwork instructor training.
A breathwork instructor is committed to sharing and developing the world of breathing exercises. Past students guide breathwork sessions for groups in the form of workshops, teaching in the workplace and schools, coaching sports teams and yoga practitioners and working with the general public. Other breathwork instructors incorporate breathing practices into their existing work as coaches, naturopaths, health practitioners and counsellors.
For some, becoming a breathwork instructor simply means a lifelong commitment to breathing the best they can.
For others, it’s about helping their families and loved ones make the most of every breath.
The 3 month breathwork instructor training program is broken down into three phases.
Upon signing up, you will create your profile and gain access to our training platform. There you’ll find study materials, including the instructor manual, our extensive resource library, guided breathing practices and so much more.
Phase 1 consists of 10 hours of pre-recorded lectures. These are to be viewed in your own time during the course.
Phase 2 brings us together for a 5 day immersion in person training. This unique retreat brings together the practice and theory through intensive workshops, stimulating discussions and adventures in nature as you connect further with yourself and your new tribe.
Phase 3 is where you apply everything you’ve learned through our 28 day Boundless Breathwork program. You’ll receive daily recorded breathing sessions, keep a breathwork journal and join the weekly calls or view recordings if you can’t make a session. You’ll also have a mentoring session to start mapping out your pathway as a breathwork instructor.
Sign up to one of the upcoming Breathwork Instructor Trainings through the booking platform. These are listed by the dates for the 5-day immersion, but as soon as you book in you’ll receive full access to the portal, books and practices. Create your profile on the Breathless.com.au learning portal and you’re all set.
In commitment to our long term vision, we’ve built the most comprehensive learning platform in the breathwork movement to date. Inside our rapidly growing resource library, there are lectures, guided breathwork sessions and online seminars to which you will have unlimited access as a Breathless breathwork instructor.
However, we are not here to push you into anything for which you are not ready for. The 10 hours of self study materials, which are prerequisite to breathwork certification, have been adapted to suit all learning styles. Complex lectures have also been recorded in conversational podcasts to suit those with limited time and busy lifestyles. The learning platform is designed to be highly practical and compelling so as to aid in your own transformation, build your confidence and enhance your competence to become the best breathwork instructor you can be.
We want this training to be accessible to anyone who feels drawn to this work which is why we offer our breathwork instructor training.
The growth of our community, the chance to help people transform their lives and opportunity to inspire excellence in this industry is way above any financial gain.
Whilst we provide the highest possible standard of training to all levels of breathwork facilitators, we are not interested in running an elite club. We’re in this for the long run.
Some instructors will go on to run a wildly successful breathwork businesses, others will simply reap the rewards of being part of a positive movement that supports all areas of life.
We believe is that any professional not teaching breath right now is missing out on having impact, purpose and profit. Those purporting to be breathwork instructors with little or no training are causing damage to the viability of this work.
What we need is a higher standard and those willing to invest in themselves will lead the way.
We will provide intricate guidelines on pricing and establishing the value of your work as well as business coaching, marketing advice and more.
Put simply, you can expect to earn your investment back within the first 2 months of teaching.
Johannes: I built a 6 figure business from scratch in my first year of teaching. I then
invested every single dollar straight back into my learning and development as a breathing instructor, and to this day, I still do. I am committed to your success as much as you are. For me, money has never been the driving factor behind my teaching. It became simply a by-product of building the lifestyle, tribe and purpose of my dreams.
10% of all our profits are donated towards the conservation of the Great Barrier Reef and the Amazon Rainforest. This means that you’re helping support two of nature’s greatest oxygen providers and protecting these wonders for future generations as well as equipping yourself to do transformational work in others’ lives.
The field of breathwork is one of the most rapidly expanding lifestyle practices today.
With the mindfulness, yoga and meditation movements already established, breath is the new movement and it is here to stay.
More and more people are waking up to the idea that conscious breathing is one of the most powerful remedies to our modern human condition.
We are at a unique point in time where science has finally caught up with spirituality.
This is an opportunity for breathwork instructors to connect the fields of ancient wisdom with modern applications and help people optimise every breath they take, take responsibility for their own personal healing, expand their consciousness and become more grounded, centred human beings.
Getting a clear understanding of your goals and helping you map out your vision and direction moving forward are a big part of the breathwork teacher training. Our breathwork facilitator course is designed so that you can begin teaching breathwork, running workshops, and producing content as soon as you qualify.
Breathwork instructor certification will be granted upon completion of the training, including support with setting up insurance, liability, and indemnity. However, as part of the training, you will already be working with friends and family and the public at large as soon as you are ready.
Johannes: For everyone who trains as a Breathless breathwork instructor, your success is mine, and I will do my best to work with you to get you setup and teaching breathwork within your first few months of qualifying. This will include framing your unique position in
the market, step-by-step processes on perfecting your offerings and helping assisting myself and other instructors in live workshops to build your confidence.
Finding the right breathwork instructor training for you is far more than a list of what you’ll get.
Is this a movement you want to be part of? Do you like the culture? Do the values resonate with you? Are these the sort of people you want to hang out with and learn with and from? Do you want to work alongside and be affiliated with this group or do you just want a fancy title? If something doesn’t feel right, then it probably isn’t.
But if the message, mission and values speak to you, then you will move mountains to become part of that tribe.
As part of the Breathless family, you will be a student of life, for life. Surrounding yourself with a tribe of likeminded individuals committed to growth and bringing this method to the world is as empowering as it is worthwhile.
This is not just another personal development seminar or self-help course that promises the goods just as soon as you buy ‘the next course’. Our breathwork facilitator training is of the highest standard, with the promise not only will this be the last breathwork instructor course you’ll ever need to take but also that you will be part of a movement and a tribe who share your goals, aspirations and determination to help people learn to help themselves.
Johannes: I obtained 10 breathwork certificates before starting Breathless. Travelling the world on a shoestring, always looking to get myself in the right room, at the right time, asking the right question, I learned more about the art and science of breathing and myself then I imagined was possible but what I really took away was the importance of culture and community.
The idea that certain methods or individuals are holding onto the key, the secret or the undivulged wisdom is outdated. We’re all looking at the same research papers, distilling the same principles into practices and drawing from the greats that have come before us.
What matters most is the people, the community and the connections.
At Breathless, we offer all that and world class breathwork instructor training.
A breathwork instructor is committed to sharing and developing the world of breathing exercises. Past students guide breathwork sessions for groups in the form of workshops, teaching in the workplace and schools, coaching sports teams and yoga practitioners and working with the general public. Other breathwork instructors incorporate breathing practices into their existing work as coaches, naturopaths, health practitioners and counsellors.
For some, becoming a breathwork instructor simply means a lifelong commitment to breathing the best they can.
For others, it’s about helping their families and loved ones make the most of every breath.
The 3 month breathwork instructor training program is broken down into three phases.
Upon signing up, you will create your profile and gain access to our training platform. There you’ll find study materials, including the instructor manual, our extensive resource library, guided breathing practices and so much more.
Phase 1 consists of 10 hours of pre-recorded lectures. These are to be viewed in your own time during the course.
Phase 2 brings us together for a 5 day immersion in person training. This unique retreat brings together the practice and theory through intensive workshops, stimulating discussions and adventures in nature as you connect further with yourself and your new tribe.
Phase 3 is where you apply everything you’ve learned through our 28 day Boundless Breathwork program. You’ll receive daily recorded breathing sessions, keep a breathwork journal and join the weekly calls or view recordings if you can’t make a session. You’ll also have a mentoring session to start mapping out your pathway as a breathwork instructor.
Sign up to one of the upcoming Breathwork Instructor Trainings through the booking platform. These are listed by the dates for the 5-day immersion, but as soon as you book in you’ll receive full access to the portal, books and practices. Create your profile on the Breathless.com.au learning portal and you’re all set.
In commitment to our long term vision, we’ve built the most comprehensive learning platform in the breathwork movement to date. Inside our rapidly growing resource library, there are lectures, guided breathwork sessions and online seminars to which you will have unlimited access as a Breathless breathwork instructor.
However, we are not here to push you into anything for which you are not ready for. The 10 hours of self study materials, which are prerequisite to breathwork certification, have been adapted to suit all learning styles. Complex lectures have also been recorded in conversational podcasts to suit those with limited time and busy lifestyles. The learning platform is designed to be highly practical and compelling so as to aid in your own transformation, build your confidence and enhance your competence to become the best breathwork instructor you can be.
We want this training to be accessible to anyone who feels drawn to this work which is why we offer our breathwork instructor training.
The growth of our community, the chance to help people transform their lives and opportunity to inspire excellence in this industry is way above any financial gain.
Whilst we provide the highest possible standard of training to all levels of breathwork facilitators, we are not interested in running an elite club. We’re in this for the long run.
Some instructors will go on to run a wildly successful breathwork businesses, others will simply reap the rewards of being part of a positive movement that supports all areas of life.
We believe is that any professional not teaching breath right now is missing out on having impact, purpose and profit. Those purporting to be breathwork instructors with little or no training are causing damage to the viability of this work.
What we need is a higher standard and those willing to invest in themselves will lead the way.
We will provide intricate guidelines on pricing and establishing the value of your work as well as business coaching, marketing advice and more.
Put simply, you can expect to earn your investment back within the first 2 months of teaching.
Johannes: I built a 6 figure business from scratch in my first year of teaching. I then
invested every single dollar straight back into my learning and development as a breathing instructor, and to this day, I still do. I am committed to your success as much as you are. For me, money has never been the driving factor behind my teaching. It became simply a by-product of building the lifestyle, tribe and purpose of my dreams.
10% of all our profits are donated towards the conservation of the Great Barrier Reef and the Amazon Rainforest. This means that you’re helping support two of nature’s greatest oxygen providers and protecting these wonders for future generations as well as equipping yourself to do transformational work in others’ lives.
The field of breathwork is one of the most rapidly expanding lifestyle practices today.
With the mindfulness, yoga and meditation movements already established, breath is the new movement and it is here to stay.
More and more people are waking up to the idea that conscious breathing is one of the most powerful remedies to our modern human condition.
We are at a unique point in time where science has finally caught up with spirituality.
This is an opportunity for breathwork instructors to connect the fields of ancient wisdom with modern applications and help people optimise every breath they take, take responsibility for their own personal healing, expand their consciousness and become more grounded, centred human beings.
You will need a wetsuit, weight belt, weights, mask, snorkel and fins. You can also bring a neoprene hoodie, gloves and socks if you want to keep warmer, but it’s optional. You don’t have any equipment? Not to worry! We’ve got you, we can lend you the equipment for the course.
The physical requirements for freediving are being in good overall health and having basic swimming skills. As for age requirements, there is a Junior Freediver certification available for children aged 10 to 14, and the regular Freediver certification is available for individuals aged 15 and above.
The different freediving disciplines include static apnea, dynamic apnea, free immersion, constant weight, and variable weight. The disciplines can be performed with bifins, without fins or with a mono fin.
During the course we will learn static apnea, dynamic apnea, free immersion with fins and constant weight with fins.
Our typical Freediving Level 1 course lasts 2 days. Our Try Freediving Experience is 1 day long.
If you decided to get your certification with us on a Freediving Retreat or Freediving Expedition, we will have between 4 to 6 days to complete the course, giving you more time to slowly develop the skills and get a lot more of practice time to master this beautiful sport!
- Being at least 10 years old for the Junior Freediver certification or 15 years old for the regular Freediver certification.
- Participants must have basic swimming skills and be in good health without any medical conditions that could pose a risk during freediving activities.
The progression typically includes the following certifications:
- Try Freediving: The entry-level experience for beginners, focusing on basic knowledge, skills, and safety practices.
- Level 1 Freediver: A more comprehensive course that covers techniques such as breath-hold dives, equalization, and safety procedures over two days.
- Level 2 Freediver: This certification delves deeper into advanced equalization techniques, increased depths, and more challenging training exercises.
- Theory and knowledge: Understanding the basic principles of freediving, including physics, physiology, and safety procedures.
- Breathing and relaxation techniques: Learning proper breathing techniques to optimize oxygenation and relaxation for breath-holding.
- Equalization techniques: Mastering different methods to equalize the pressure in your ears and sinuses as you descend.
- Proper diving techniques: Developing proper body positioning, finning techniques, and streamlining to maximize efficiency and conserve energy.
- Safety and buddy procedures: Learning essential safety protocols, including proper buddy communication, rescue techniques, and emergency procedures.
- Static apnea: Training in static breath-hold exercises to improve breath-holding capabilities and relaxation while stationary in the water.
- Dynamic apnea: Practicing breath-hold swimming techniques, including underwater swimming with fins, to enhance endurance and efficiency.
- Open water dives: Conducting supervised open water dives to apply the skills learned in the course, including proper diving and recovery techniques.
By the end of the Level 1 course, you will have a solid foundation in the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for safe and enjoyable freediving.
Freediving is safe when proper training, techniques, and safety protocols are followed. In our Freediving courses you will learn Freediving safety and protocols to keep you and your dive buddy always safe!
No, there are no additional fees or expenses… but just a heads up! Once you dip your toes into freediving, be prepared to kiss your money goodbye. Trips to breathtaking locations and shiny new equipment will become irresistible.
Breathless Expeditions is an adventure! It’s also an opportunity to learn breathwork practice or delve deeper into your existing knowledge of breath. Step away from a busy and demanding life, immerse yourself in nature whilst still having all the comforts of home. Feel invigorated, inspired and energised by the beauty of the Snowy Mountains.
Our packing list is a guide that considers the venue and the unpredictability of the weather. We want you to pack everything you need to make the most of this experience. Please discern what is suitable for you or contact us to discuss leading up to your expedition.
- 2-3 x Pairs wool/merino socks
- Beanie plus a cap or visor
- Comfortable warm clothing
- Easy slip-on shoes without laces (optional)
- Gloves
- Hiking boots or similar (*waterproof or leather ideal)
- Pen and Paper / Journal
- Reusable/Keep cup
- Snacks if required in between meals (optional)
- Swimwear (x2 minimum)
- Sun Protection SPF, Sunglasses and or goggles
- Towel (quick dry for outdoors) bathroom towels are supplied
Learn about breath whilst also igniting your sense of adventure. Swim in pristine glacial rivers, summit one of Australia’s highest peaks in minimal clothing and reach your highest potential during this unique weekend away. We will be there to guide and support you every step of the way, to help you make this your own well being journey. There will be meditation, breathwork, and lot’s of movement through the amazing snowy mountains.
Approx 2.5 hours south of Canberra, near the town of Jindabyne, is an area known as Crackenback. From here we explore the Snowy Mountains.
All delicious, healthy meals and snacks are provided throughout your stay. Most dietary requirements can be catered for and upon booking, you’ll be sent a registration form to let us know of any requirements you may have.
We stay at Pender Lea, classis swiss style chalets. They say home is where the heart is and Pender Lea is all heart. The chalets have sauna and spa facilities, open fire places, under floor heating, a kitchen and laundry facilities – you’ll be comfortable and cosy. Rooms are twin or loft triple share.
You don’t need a high level of fitness to participate in Breathless Expeditions. A reasonable amount of mobility and fitness is ideal as some aspects of the trip include walking uphill, crossing creeks, or walking on snow. However, be rest assured we move as a team – no one is left behind.
You will need to make your own way to the Crackenback, which is roughly 6 hours drive from Sydney. Please let us know in your registration form (you will receive this on booking) if you’d like to lift share or offer a ride. If travelling by air we suggest you fly into Canberra and then we do our best to arrange car pooling or worst case scenario car hire is available which may be an otion to share with other guests arriving at the same destination.
DISCLAIMER: Breathwork offers many potential benefits, but certain conditions may create risks for some individuals. It is essential to read all questions in Breathless Waiver above carefully before deciding if Breathwork is right for you, and let your health practitioner know about any concerns before participating. There are some contraindications including but not limited to pregnancy, glaucoma, high blood pressure not controlled with medication, cardiovascular disease, aneurysm in the brain or abdomen, uncontrolled thyroid conditions and diabetes, asthma (if you have an inhaler, bring it to the session), epilepsy, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia diagnosis or previous psychiatric hospitalisation within the last ten years; other medical or physical conditions that impair the ability to engage in intense physical/emotional release.
A positive answer does not necessarily exclude you from participating but may require medical clearance first. So, carefully reviewing all questions in the waiver and indicating any relevant personal situations before engaging in Breathwork activities is essential.
In our experience, this session is more appropriate for those that are aged 18 and above because adolescents may not have the emotional maturity or life experience needed to fully understand or benefit from the techniques. Please contact us to discuss under-18 years of age attendance as we assess on a case-by-case request. Please articulate the event date, venue and participant’s date of birth etc.
Johannes Egberts refused to let his difficult upbringing define him. With a thirst for self-discovery and a love of unconventional experiences, he unexpectedly discovered the power of breathwork that changed the trajectory of his life forever.
Johannes has led the breathwork movement since 2018 and is considered Australia’s leading breathwork instructor. He offers unique experiences designed to foster team building and life resilience to a portfolio of impressive clientele ranging from professional athletes, renowned authors and some of Australia’s high-profile companies. Since founding Breathless in, he has trained over 20,000 people in breathwork, published research into breathwork and trained more than 300 breathwork instructors.
Today, Johannes Egberts is a breathwork mentor for many and has trained hundreds of Breathwork Facilitators. Some of these facilitators are recognised by Breathless Expeditions as Master Instructors. In the event listing you will be advised who is facilitating the session that you are looking to join.
If Breathless cancel or reschedule a snow expedition you are entitled to a full refund less ticket fees if booked on Eventbrite which are non-refundable. All cancellations within seven (30) days of the event will receive a one time credit to redeem within twelve months of the event date.
Cancellations to confirmed bookings made between 30 days and 15 days prior to arrival will incur a 50% administration/cancellation fee.
Cancellations to confirmed bookings within 14 days of arrival will incur a 100% administration/cancellation fee
Tickets may be transferable between 30 days and 15 days and will incur a 10% administration charge by submitting a new registration form and waiver in addition to payment of the fee and contacting Breathless Expeditions in writing to request the change and documentation.
To breathe well in today’s world is a revolutionary act.
The better we do it, the better we are as humans on every level. So let go, look within, go beyond and join the revolution today.
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