Breath | Cold | Commitment | Yoga | Sound Healing

Wim Hof Weekend in the Nidderdale Valley, Yorkshire

‘Get ready to Rise and Thrive!’

We are delighted to be collaborating again with Katherine from Retreat Remedies to bring you a powerful Wim Hof Method Weekend nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of the Nidderdale Valley at The Acorn which is the perfect sanctuary to find replenishment and revitalisation. It is a place to inspire, nurture and nourish your mind, body and soul which is why we are very excited to be offering our retreat in this idyllic location whist gaining tools to change your life.

You can put yourself in the expert hands of James, a level 2 certified WHM Instructor to learn the 3 pillars of the Wim Hof Method: Breathing Technique, Cold Exposure & Commitment. Find out how you can utilise oxygen and cold exposure to optimise body & mind, and learn about the underlying physiology which will help you to tap into your deepest potential and create a daily practice at home to help you rise and thrive. You will discover how the Wim Hof Method helped James reduce his cancer tumours and manage PTSD and depression stemming from 10 years in the Fire service. You will learn how the Wim Hof Method helped Natalie’s mind set whilst supporting James through cancer and is able to manage her auto-immune disease and adrenal fatigue when she commits to the method. We also weave in our other expertise including qigong, singing bowl therapy and gong meditation to enhance your experience as you discover your true capabilities and become Healthier, Happier and Stronger ~ the Wim Hof Mantra!

Over the course of three days, all facets of the Wim Hof Method will be extensively covered. You will learn about the physiological mechanisms that come into play, and engage in a variety of breathing and cold therapy activities as we explore a combination of Ice Bath and local Nature Spot. We will also be incorporating Yin Yoga, Sound Healing, and Energy Work to enhance/support your experience (see proposed scheduled below)

This Weekend is limited to 8 people which creates an intimate quality and opportunity for personal support.

Whether you are looking to improve mental or physical performance, relieve symptoms related to an illness, or even just curious to find out what the Wim Hof Method is all about— a WHM Weekend offers something for everyone.

If you have no prior experience with cold exposure, we recommend you finish your showers cold in the days leading up to the weekend. This may be overwhelming at first, but just try to relax, focus on your breath, and bring it into a controlled, steady rhythm.

Who is this weekend for?

This workshop is suitable for everyone, but does require a basic level of health. Out of precaution, we advise against participation during pregnancy, or if you are epileptic. People with cardiovascular issues, or any other serious health conditions should always consult a medical professional before starting the Wim Hof Method.

When: Friday 4th August - Sunday 6th August 2023

Whats included…

• 3 days and 2 nights in the luxury of the Acorn Wellness Retreat

• Delicious and carefully prepared plant based food with zero gluten or refined sugars including 2x breakfasts, 1 x lunches and 2 x evening meals

• Breathwork Theory, Mechanics and 4 x Breathwork Sessions

• Cold Water Theory, Mindset, Commitment, 4 x cold water immersion opportunities

• 1 Nature Walk to the historic Brimham Rocks for Tea Meditation and to take in the extensive views

• 1 x Yin Yoga Session accompanied by Nepalese singing bowls and reiki drumming

• 1 x Cacao & Drumming Ceremony

• 1 x Closing Circle

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WIM HOF METHOD

During your Wim Hof Method Fundamentals Weekend you will put yourself in the expert hands James, of a certified Level 2 WHM Instructor to go deeper into the 3 pillars of the Wim Hof Method: Breathing Technique, Cold Exposure & Commitment.

Whether you are looking to improve mental or physical performance, relieve symptoms related to an illness, or even just curious to find out what the Wim Hof Method is all about— a WHM Weekend offers something for everyone.

YOGA

Experience our Signature Yin Yoga, Singing Bowl Therapy and Reiki Drumming sessions which are inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory as we move energy through the meridian channels as we aim to shift, nourish and rebalance our energetic, physical and mental self by stressing the connective tissue and calming the nervous system

There will be a focus on lung health and the nervous system during this Wim Hof Method Weekend Retreat

SOUND HEALING

Sound Healing helps the body generate a positive flow of energy and offers vibrations ion a cellular level into the body which stimulates the blood vessels, lymph, nerves, veins and muscles to open up blockages and loosening tension in the body, relaxing the body and releasing pain. Sound can helps with stress, depression, insomnia, menstrual pain, ear problems, sinusitis etc and offer a sense of peace and calm. On retreat you will experience a gong bath, singing bowl therapy and reiki drumming

CACAO

Ceremonial Grade Cacao has been used for centuries by the indigenous as a plant medicine for nutritional and healing purposes. Nutritionally, ceremonial grade cacao has 20 times more disease fighting antioxidants than blueberries and offers magnesium, riboflavin along with essential fatty acids making it a huge help to lower cholesterol, improve heart function and reduce the risk of cancer. It is also a mood enhancer through increasing dopamine and serotonin whilst also stimulating endorphins amongst other benefits

Nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of the Nidderdale Valley, The Acorn is the perfect sanctuary to find replenishment and revitalisation. With three relaxation areas, one consultation room and four bedrooms, there is always a place to find space for yourself. As you wander through the relaxation rooms, surrounded by enticing books and homely touches, you find ‘Blossom’. A garden view room that exudes serenity with day beds. In the summer, the doors are flung open and birdsong floods in with sunlight and grassy aromas. In the winter, the snug blankets provide a cosy layer with the warmth of a roaring fire. The ‘Heartwood’ kitchen is a perfectly inspiring place where entirely plant based food will be created for us.

Upstairs you will discover four beautiful and luxurious bedrooms. All equipped with indulgent non- allergenic duvets and 100% Egyptian cotton bedding. The garden has two seating areas. One near the brook with a beautiful fire pit and comfortable seating and one out of the kitchen in easy access with a more sheltered fire pit. Both areas are ideal for connecting around fire time or being alone with the escape of a good book in the pure fresh air. The ‘Wellness Bud’ has both sauna and steam facilities with hot and cold shower. The Acorn encourage guests to brave the cold shower in between heat treatments to encourage their immune systems and invigorate their bodies and minds.

Friday 4th August 2023

• 16:00 – 16:30 Check in and Settle in

• 16:30 - 20:00 Wim Hof Method Fundamentals with Theory and Science before we move into a Deep Breathwork Experience and Ice Bath

• 20:00 - 21:00 Dinner and Digest in the snug or by the firepit before a good nights sleep

• 21:00 - 21:30 Digest Tea Meditation and Bed

Saturday 5th August 2023

• 06:30 – 10:00 Morning Nature Walk to Brimham Rocks for Tea Meditation followed by Breathwork and Ice Bath

• 10:00 – 12:00 Breakfast and Digest

• 12:00 – 13:30 Yin Yoga focused on Lung Health, Singing Bowl Therapy and Reiki Drumming

• 13:30 – 14:30 Delicious Lunch

• 14:30 - 17:00 Rest, Sauna, Steam or Explore the Gardens

• 18:00 - 20:00 Breath-work, Cacao and Sound Ceremony followed by Ice Bath

• 20:00 - 21:30 Nourishing Dinner

• 21.30 - Relax by the fire pit, read a book or chat with like minded souls

Sunday 6th August 2023

• 06:30 – 9:00 Breathwork, Nature Dip

• 09.00 - 10.00 Breakfast and Closing Circle

• A new chapter begins!

Sound | Reiki | Wim Hof Method Level 2

JAMES BRADSHAW

Working in the fire and rescue service was my dream job and after making the difficult decision to leave after 12 years service I lost my way a little. I missed helping other people and felt something was missing. I proceeded to spend another 12 years building up my own renovations and maintenance company and whilst really enjoying meeting new people, the practical side of working with my hands and being creative I still felt I had more to offer. In 2011 I injured my spine in a car accident and the doctors said that I would need to start saving for a £20k operation to remove some of my spine which would manage the pain. The injury was affecting my life and somedays I couldn’t walk – this is where my journey started in looking for alternative ways to heal. I started regular yoga classes and very soon I regained strength, mobility and reduced pain. It was actually in the yoga studio that I saw a leaflet for Reiki and became very curious in how I could tap into my own healing potential. In the back of my mind I knew this was the tool I could use to help myself and others. It has been quite a journey working towards my Reiki master degree and digging deeper into the potentials of Sound Therapy. My journey continued to the Wim Hof Method and after very quickly seeing the huge shift in my mental health and physical strength especially through my cancer recovery in 2020, I knew I had to become a certified Wim Hof Instructor and take this method out to help people gain tools to put YOU in control and therefore Rise and Thrive. We continue to research, experience and explore ways to help ourselves and others live at optimal health in this modern world.

And guess what… I no longer need the spinal operation!

Yin Yoga | Sound Therapy | Cacao | Reiki

NATALIE BRADSHAW

Ancient Wisdom has changed my life. For years I suffered with Adrenal Fatigue and an Autoimmune Disease, that combined with being a workaholic in the corporate world often meant choosing to work 13-hour days and using all my energy up at work that often meant that I had nothing left for me, let alone time for my family or friends. After becoming dependent on steroid injections, western medication and coffee just to get through the day I decided to come back to Yoga and explore a more holistic lifestyle. Rather than continue to book holidays in a desperate attempt to recharge, I started to go on Healing retreats which inspired me to train to become a Yoga teacher and this soon became a huge turning point in my life because it gave me the space to rest, spend time with like minded people and also learn tools that I needed to make changes in my life. Very quickly I found that a more regular practice offered me much more than the physical benefits and as I continued to dig deeper, not only did I become stronger and more mobile in my body but I had reduced pain, raised energy levels, improved mental health and my whole perspective significantly changed. I said goodbye to my corporate life and set out on a new path find a solution other than a lifetime on western medication and guess what - I haven't taken western medication for over 7 years and have managed to keep my autoimmune issues at bay (unless I fall into old habits!) Even now with over 1000 study hours with many global master teachers and reading hundreds of books, I continue to search for and experience alternative ways to live at optimal health in this modern world. Going deeper into the layers is my passion, specifically in conjunction with traditional Chinese medicine, organ health, the energetic body and breath work. Sound and Reiki has also been a huge influence in my healing path which is why James (my husband) and I love to work together and create healing and transformational experiences which we can offer on a private basis, group classes, workshops or retreats.

Tea | Nourishment | Knowledge

Katherine Carey

Meet Katherine from Retreat Remedies who is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner, healing herbal remedy queen and supper club specialist. Her biggest message is that food is medicine and through nature and nutrition she loves to create delicious, healthy and wholesome food. Not only will she be offering daily tea meditations using her own tea blend but she will be nourishing us from within and offering a remedy workshop.

There are only 8 spaces available on this retreat

King Suite with Private Bathroom - £555 as Sole Occupancy or £495 as shared with Partner/Friend

Shared Room - £495 per person

£195 non refundable deposit and remainder to be paid 1st July 2023

Travel, transfers and additional food or treatments outside of the programme are not included in the price.

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We hope you can join us!

Namaste x