Breath & Spine Harmony - Reiki, Spinal Energetics & Breathwork.

“Breathing is the first place, not the last, one should look when fatigue, disease, or other evidence of disordered energy presents itself.” — Sheldon Saul Hendler, MD, Ph.D.

Welcome to Breath & Spine Harmony, a transformational event where Breathwork & Spinal Energetics converge to create an unforgettable experience.

What to expect:

A powerful evening that will help you get out of your mind for a bit and drop deeply into your body. Re-connecting with yourself and others while nourishing your body and soul. This is a COLLABORATION and we will be combining the amazing benefits of circular Breathwork and Spinal Energetics. Katharina will be guiding you through a transformative Breathwork journey. Hilda will be offering a blend of reiki and gentle spinal energetics during the Breathwork session to support grounding as well as release (during the peak of breathwork). As there is only one spinal energetics practitioner moving around the room, Hilda will need to intuitively tune in whether you'll be requiring support from her. She will be able to spend around 5 minutes with each person. Her intention is to nurture the space of self-discovery while people are journeying with their breath.

About Breathwork:

Our breath is a powerful healing modality, which can help the release of stress and tension, repressed emotions, bring mental clarity and can support the mind to enter into an altered state of consciousness. Breathwork is an experiential practice and self-healing modality that uses conscious, connected breathing to access expanded states of consciousness while simultaneously helping to unlock repressed emotions and clearing stagnant energy from the mind, body and spirit. Through an intentional, safe and artful increase of oxygen levels, we activate different areas of the brain to create new neural pathways for deeper insights and heightened clarity, while meeting the sacred root of unresolved emotional imprints. It can be powerful, life-changing work and is recommended for those ready and willing to venture deep into the most intimate spaces of themselves — especially into one’s emotional and pain body to gracefully connect with repressed or fragmented textures of their being yearning for awareness. The journey of breath can be a journey of self-intimacy, unconditional love, profound compassion and multifaceted awareness.

About Spinal Energetics:

The body knows how to heal. Spinal energetics is an energy activation modality that interacts with a person’s spine, nervous system and energetic field, to harness a person's own natural healing qualities. In spinal energetics, gentle touch and sound are used to release stored tension, resistance and stories held in the body. Attendees are usually left feeling an increased sense of connection with their authentic selves.

About your facilitators:

Katharina -

Katharina is an experienced Breathwork facilitator who has been holding Breathwork sessions for over 4 years now. Her method is a unique blend of Breathwork, intuitive movement, sound and meditation. Katharina focuses on a holistic Yin approach to Breathwork - with nose-inhales for the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, a safe space/container that allows permission to surrender and express your emotions fully as they arise, trauma-informed touch, longer Breathwork sessions, more time for integration and savasana. With the focus on the breath during her sessions Katharina helps people improve their physical, mental & emotional well-being.

Hilda -

Hilda is a dedicated practitioner of Spinal Energetics, a Reiki 2 practitioner, a psychotherapist, and a yoga teacher. Through her genuine and nurturing presence, Hilda creates a safe and comforting environment where clients can truly feel supported. She has co-hosted a range of group spinal events, and is passionate about promoting the benefits of group healing. Hilda's touch is aimed to regulate one's nervous system, release stored tension, and promote the body's innate healing wisdom.

How to prepare myself?

· No experience required

· Empty belly: Try and avoid eating anything within at least 1.5h prior to the session

· Avoid coffee or other stimulating drinks (Cacao would be okay though)

· Read carefully through the CONTRAINDICATIONS* (below)

What to bring?

· Wear comfortable clothing

· Water bottle

· Something to cover your eyes; if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf)

· Journal & pen (optional)

· NO need to bring yoga mat, pillow, blanket (will be provided)

On the 'work':

The majority of breathers first experience deep (and at times, intense) emotional release or catharsis. It is possible to feel anything from grief/pain/discomfort to ecstasy/joy/bliss and anything in between. Again, these are parts of self that are not being met in waking life (even ecstasy and bliss can be energies that are being unconsciously repressed) and thus want the freedom to be completely and uninhibitedly expressed in a safe container of exploration, as we will create. However, not everyone is ready for this kind of transformative dive, especially if they are new to inner work and self-awareness. And, as always, we honor where each person is on their path of healing and awakening. That said, *please have a self-check in and make sure you are fully ready for a deep and powerful journey into your being. This also includes a willingness to meet any discomfort, hurt, grief, pain or wounding that you are unknowingly holding onto.

*CONTRAINDICATIONS:

If you are on the contraindication list, you are *not* a candidate for the full breathwork technique, however Katharina will happily discuss modified, gentle breathwork with you for a later date. Please do not continue to book the session if you have any of the contraindications listed below. You may email Katharina at [email protected] to discuss a more gentle alternative. By purchasing a ticket you confirm that you have none of the following contraindications:

Pregnancy (at any stage), severe PTSD or trauma, psychosomatic disorders, actively using recreational drugs, taking any Medic*tion that alters brain chemistry like anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, ADD, OCD medications, etc., ocular issues: (detached retina/glaucoma), kidney disease, unmedicated High Blood pressure, cardiovascular disease (incl. angina, previous heart attack or stroke), aneurysms, osteoporosis, uncontrolled thyroid conditions, diabetes (any type), severe Asthma (for mild to moderate asthma, please bring your inhaler to the session), epilepsy or history of seizures, prior diagnosis of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or previous psychiatric condition, recent surgery, stitches or injury, hospitalisation for any psychiatric condition or emotional crisis within the last 10 years, any other medical, psychiatric or physical conditions which would impair or affect ability to engage in any activities that involve deep physical and/or emotional release, COVID vaccination (please wait for a minimum of 60 days and only engage in Breathwork if there are NO side effects).

Things to note:

Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Something to cover your eyes, if you wish to do so (eg. eye mask, scarf). A journal is recommended as are any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc).

Personal responsibility: P lease make an assessment on whether you are feeling stable and resourced enough to explore the practices on offer in this event.

Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:15pm - 6:30pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 6:45pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.

Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).

Public transport - tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).

Public transport - train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.

Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via [email protected] or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.

Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via [email protected] or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram

Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy. If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via [email protected] or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.

Questions? Email [email protected] or reach out via Instagram DM.

Event Venue

Centre of You, Upstairs, 217 Chapel St, Melbourne, Australia