Winter Retreat

Cambrian Mountains Winter Retreat

30th January - 3rd February

"A life-affirming 4-day winter expedition, embracing the Wim Hof Method and so much more"

Activities and 1-2-1 Support

Workshops

Guided by our team of experienced facilitators. Unlock the ability to maintain inner peace, regardless of external challenges, all while enjoying the journey. This retreat welcomes participants of all levels, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner.

During this retreat, you will gain insights on how to effectively navigate stress and stay calm, optimise your health, endurance, and well-being, enhance focus, sleep, and overall mental clarity, and manage and alleviate pain.

Over the course of four days, we delve deep into the art of influencing the nervous system, offering moments of both challenge and bliss, followed by profound relaxation. The extended immersive experience presents an opportunity for a gradual introduction to the Wim Hof Method (WHM) in breathtaking natural settings. Participants come to rely on each other during these challenging moments, and the enduring friendships forged are often considered the most valuable outcome of these journeys.

Individuals who join this experience come with various motivations, whether it’s to push beyond perceived physical or psychological limits, embark on a personal journey to overcome adversity or trauma, or simply seek unique experiences to enrich their lives.

Expect to encounter captivating stories from a diverse array of participants hailing from different walks of life. These encounters offer fresh and distinctive perspectives that may inspire you to view your own life through a new lens.

WOW!!!!! First time retreat goer!!! Never could have imagined how powerful this kind of thing can be.

I have participated in several events with Jack, including workshops, weekend retreats and online breath work. Jack is an exceptional facilitator and his passion for the work is truly infectious!

Such a beautiful time learning different techniques to help with life’s challenges. The workshops were very beneficial with time given to allow you to get the most from the instruction. Great surroundings, food and company from a valuable experience.

Itinerary

Friday

3pm: Arrive and welcome drinks

3.30pm: Introductions and meeting the crew.

4pm: We will start to craft a mission statement that reflects our purpose, values, and objectives, shaping a clear path forward.

4.30pm: Dive into the fundamentals of breathing mechanics, followed by a deep and powerful breathwork session.

5.30pm: A sharing circle. Following the breathwork session, a sense of natural relaxation and ease envelops us. It is at this point that we take the opportunity to introduce ourselves and perhaps express our intentions for the weekend and beyond.

7.00pm: Feast, fire and getting to know each other

Saturday

8am: Explore the foundational elements of the Wim Hof Method, with a special emphasis on the art of Wim Hof Method breathing and its underlying scientific principles.

9.30am: Breakfast

10.30am: Wim Hof Method, centring on the power of cold exposure and its scientific basis. (Optional ice bath)

1pm: Lunch

2.30pm: Mapping out the Nervous System: In this session, we delve into the intricacies of the nervous system through the lens of breathwork. Discover effective real-time techniques for influencing the nervous system and gain insights into how various states manifest in our everyday lives

3.30pm: Use this time to relax, use the sauna and reflect on the teachings and how you might integrate what you have learnt into your life

5.30: Rejuvenate mind and body with Yoga Nidra and learn how to deeply relax your nervous system

7.00pm: Dinner

Sunday

8.00am: Discover profound serenity in our Yin Yoga and Meditation class. Soothe the body, quiet the mind, and find inner stillness through gentle stretches and mindfulness

8.45: Dive into profound healing during our powerful Breathwork session, unlocking vitality and emotional release for deep well-being and renewal.

10.30: Breakfast

11.30: Enhance your practice with optional advanced Wim Hof Method technique focusing on cold exposure

2pm: Lunch

3pm: Much needed rest time

5pm: A deeply relaxing sound bath with breathwork and meditation

7pm: Dinner

Monday

7.30am: Power breathing

8.30: Breakfast

9.30: After a safety briefing, we embark on our mountain journey with newfound confidence and strength

5pm: Dinner

6pm: In our closing circle with as cacao ceremony, we come together to reflect on our journey and determine how we’ll carry these valuable teachings forward. We will finish with a sound journey and celebration.

Tuesday

After breakfast we check out.

Set in the most glorious countryside with magnificent views, luxury accommodation, large gardens, and woodlands. We offer outstanding facilities, including an on-site lake for wild swimming, a beautiful waterfall, and direct walking access to the Cambrian Mountains.

Shared Rooms Ensuite: £650 per person

Double Ensuite: £925 for single occupancy. Additional person: £375.

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MEET THE TEAM

JACK WITTS

WIM HOF METHOD INSTRUCTOR / BREATHWORK BIOHACKER AND BREATHING SPECIALIST

For over a decade, my focus has centred on researching the optimisation of mental and physical health. As an accredited Wim Hof Method instructor and Breathwork Biohacker, I seamlessly blend these teachings with various practices, custom-tailored for individuals or groups. My ultimate goal is to implement practical methods that harness the body and mind, fostering the transformation of both physiology and psychology, ultimately leading to a happier life.

In my early 20s, navigating a tumultuous upbringing and battling PTSD and depression, I was on a trajectory to nowhere good. However, discovering fundamental techniques triggered a paradigm shift, revealing that I held the reins to my destiny. Faced with a choice between a destructive path or the longer, winding road of constructing a life aligned with my aspirations, I chose the latter.

Emerging from rock bottom, I embarked on an incredible journey, mastering the art of turning challenges into wellsprings of strength and new opportunities.

With a personable, step-by-step approach, I empower individuals to transform their focus, mindset, and habits, facilitating a truly fulfilling life.

Dr. Agnies Calkoen

Dr. Agnies Calkoen is a medical doctor and natural healer with a unique ability to create a supportive environment. Born and raised in the Netherlands, she pursued her medical education in Amsterdam. Following years of medical practice in Zimbabwe, she sought General Practice training in the UK, dedicating over 25 years to the field as a GP before her recent retirement. Throughout her career, Agnies explored unconventional aspects of healthcare, incorporating practices like herbalism, acupuncture, energy healing, and nutrition into her daily work.

After years of devoted service as a doctor, she continues to passionately support individuals with an unmatched ability to hold space. Her empathetic nature and genuine concern create a comforting atmosphere where people feel heard and understood.

This unique talent builds lasting connections with those she serves, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those fortunate enough to encounter her care.

Agnies recognises the value of exposing oneself to challenges in a supportive manner, understanding the potential physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual rewards.

Tristian

MUSICIAN, SOUND THERAPIST AND HOLISTIC HEALER

Tristan is a multi-instrumentalist, certified sound therapist, and intuitive healer dedicated to creating transformative spaces through music and sound. Specialising in a variety of instruments such as singing bowls, gongs, flutes, and vocal toning, Tristan weaves together immersive soundscapes that promote deep relaxation, healing, and connection to one’s inner self.

His work integrates principles of mindfulness, energy work, and vibrational healing, offering participants a powerful journey into emotional release, mental clarity, and spiritual alignment. At retreats, Tristan holds space with a grounded, compassionate presence, guiding individuals through meditative sound journeys that inspire personal growth and inner harmony.

BECKY

CHEF

At Sacred Kitchen, Becky cooks with a mindful touch, infusing each dish with intention and care. Her culinary approach extends beyond the kitchen, becoming an integral part of the healing experience during retreats. By choosing ingredients deliberately and crafting meals with precision, Becky ensures that each bite contributes to the therapeutic journey of the guests. Through her conscious cooking, she transforms nourishment into a sincere expression of healing, making every meal at Sacred Kitchen a thoughtful blend of sustenance and well-being.

GALLERY

BOOK YOUR PLACE

Jack Witts is an accredited WHM instructor and breathwork biohacker based in Bristol, UK.