Inspiritu
breathwork immersion & facilitator training
Inspiritu breathwork is an integrated, trauma-informed approach synthesized from breathwave, somatic experiencing, yoga therapy and earth-based shamanic healing.
Fall 2024
(Spring 2025 info coming soon)
Level 1 - Foundational Breath
Deeply immerse yourself into the experience of breath.
Receive its medicine to transform your life.
Gently de-armour and experience feelings of greater connectedness, expansion and alignment with your heart, purpose and essential self.
This Level 1 Foundational Breath over two weekends will guide you into a deep dive of conscious connected breathwork. Transform your patterns, deepen your self-awareness and find greater congruence and integration in your life.
This immersion is intended to provide a grounded, sacred and expansive foundation. It is suitable for those seeking healing and wanting be more present with themselves.
This immersion (or its equivalent) is also required for those wishing to proceed to the Level 2 Foundational Facilitation training. If you are already a therapist or similar, this Level 1 training will enable you to embody the practice before you facilitate it for others.
This immersion will offer:
theory:
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instruction of conscious connected breathwork, a gentle approach regulating the nervous system
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learn about the early defences and patterns that influence how you relate to your world and how you breathe
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the collective field of consciousness
practice:
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10 conscious connected breathwork sessions
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a ceremonial container and rituals to honour and support the intentions and prayers of each day
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daily physical movement and opening techniques to prepare the body for breathwork
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relational practices (connecting authentically and vulnerably with other humans)
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group sharing and reflections
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self-reflection - understand your own armouring and patterns
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sensory-awareness practice - somatic and collective field
This immersion facilitated by Christina Niven will provide a solid foundation for the Level 2 - Foundational Facilitator's Training.
Pre-requisite: None. Newbies and those who are experienced with breathwork are welcome.
Dates/Times:
Fridays: 3:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturdays - Sundays, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Spring 2025 dates coming soon!
Pricing:
Early Bird (by ): $ coming soon
Regular: $
Location:
Central Vancouver.
Level 2 - Foundational Facilitation
Learn how to facilitate conscious connected breathwork grounded in both science and the sacred, while also being ethically and trauma-informed in practice.
Breathwork accesses all levels of the human experience and can provide profound opportunities for healing and integration; its facilitation is an invaluable skill for holistically supporting clients in their healing process. This professional Level 2 Inspiritu Foundational Facilitation Training is well suited for those who appreciate an integrated and trauma-informed approach to breathwork that honours the sacred and is also grounded in science, ethical practice and the therapeutic relationship.
This in-depth training will enable you to facilitate conscious connected breathwork one-on-one, with small groups and virtually. The course content will reflect a synthesis of breathwave, somatic experiencing, trauma therapy, counselling theory, yoga and shamanism. It has been developed for those who are interested in a well-rounded and grounded foundation for their future breathwork facilitation.
The training will include:
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hands-on breathwork facilitation techniques and practice with classmates
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development of energetic awareness of yourself and your client
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how to create a safe and sacred space for healing
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trauma-informed practice and how to safely work with trauma
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ethical practice and the person-centred therapeutic relationship
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anatomy, biology and physiology of breathwork
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how to offer online breathwork sessions
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mentorship and group consultation
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daily conscious connected breathwork practice
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daily movement practice
A manual will be provided. Certification will require both levels and completion of all other requirements (see Certification page).
Pre-requisite: Level 1 Foundational Facilitation or Breathwave or Numa breathwork or similar.
Dates/Times:
In-person training::
Fridays - Sundays, 9 am - 7 pm Pacific time
Spring 2025 to be posted soon
Zoom training:
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Pacific time
TBD
Mentorship & group consultations (in-person/virtual):
Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm Pacific time
monthly for six months in 2025 (dates coming soon)
Pricing:
Early bird: $ coming soon
Regular: $
Location:
Central Vancouver.
Registration & Payment
Registration
Please complete this application form and then email christina@soulspringwellness.ca to advise that you have applied.
Payment
Once you have heard back from me (Christina) and have been accepted into the intensive or training, please send your initial deposit of $400 CDN or full payment to reserve your spot. Only cash or e-transfer are accepted at this time.
Initial deposit: $400 CDN
Send e-transfer to: christina@soulspringwellness.ca
Payment Plan
Please email me at christina@soulspringwellness.ca and provide the reason for your request and your proposed payment plan.
BIPOC & 2SLGBTQIA+
As a passionate ally, I am committed to supporting equality for BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ folx. A BIPOC/2SLGBTQIA+ scholarship could be available depending on need. Please reflect honestly on your level of privilege, and if this is something you need, let me know.
Cancellation Policy
The deposit is refundable minus $150 + gst administrative fee until TBD. After that date, no refund will be issued. A credit may be considered for exceptional circumstances.
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To healing, transformation, growth and learning
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Open-heartedness. Acting with kindness, acceptance, respect, authenticity and compassion.
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Embracing the learning journey and a willingness to be imperfect and oh so human.
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Bringing an attitude conducive to learning and a willingness to engage fully and do the work.
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Acting with integrity: honesty, accountability, reliability.
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Addressing issues when they arise, also known as "clearing".
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Upholding classmate and client confidentiality at all times.
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Completion of personal and financial commitments for this training.
Personal Commitment
questions?
Please feel free to reach out to me.
I'm also happy to arrange a phone chat if you'd prefer to connect live.
Contact me at: christina@soulspringwellness.ca