Breathwork (Pranayama) + Meditation
I offer traditional pranayama with a neuro-informed lens as well as more Westernized approaches.
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Before booking it is important to be aware that some forms of breathwork can be more activating such as Kapalabhati, Bhastrika, and Wim Hof and may not be appropriate for certain conditions. It is important to disclose any concerns prior to booking to make sure that breathwork can be a supportive part of your practice.
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Yoga Nidra and Meditation can follow breathwork to work support with either further nervous system regulation, visualization practices, or working with your own personal intention.
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Sessions can be done online or in-person for those in Vancouver BC.
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Privates start at $80 for a 30-minute session and are subject to change. These sessions combine breathwork with either yoga nidra or guided meditation.​
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​​Classes can be held at a studio space in Vancouver BC (which will be added to the cost), or online through Google Meets. Travel time may be added to the cost for classes held in person.
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Payments accepted are E-transfer (preferred), Cash (if in person), or PayPal if international.
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Payments must be completed before your appointment and are non-refundable and non-transferable
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Breathwork (Pranayama)
Breathwork, when used intentionally and mindfully, can help support nervous system regulation and be a great tool for releasing, grounding, relaxation, clarity, and intention setting. Breathwork is often recommended before meditation practices to support one in being more centred and present with the ability to be still within oneself.
Some of the types of breathwork (pranayama) I am trained in and am able to offer include:
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Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
Kapalabhati (breath of fire, or skull-shining breath)
Bhastrika (bellows breath)
Lions Breath
Ujjayi Breathing
Bhramari (bumble bee breath)
Sitali
4-7-8 breath
Box breathing
Physiological Sigh
Wim Hof (please note I am not a certified Wim Hof practitioner but rather I am trained in the type of breathwork that he incorporates)
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Breathwork can focus on variations from the above listed, sometimes through a sequence of complimentary breath styles and techniques with some intentional movement added in to support the breath.
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Yoga Nidra
​Yoga Nidra, also known as yogic sleep, is a guided form of meditation that allows one to enter a deep state of relaxation between awake and dreaming. This is also known as the hypnagogic state which allows one to remain in the alpha state during the practice of Yoga Nidra. When we enter this state we can get out of the thinking mind and more into the body. Yoga Nidra is a tool that can be used for nervous system regulation and can be considered as a gentle form of somatic-based meditation.
Yoga Nidra is often practiced lying down in a comfortable position, similar to when practicing savasana. The class can be offered with soft ambient music or sound bowls but may also be practiced with no music.
There are different types of Yoga Nidra, some of which can be more activating than others. I offer a more gentle approach to Yoga Nidra with the focus being on regulating the nervous system to help support one in stress reduction, relaxation and to feel more connected back into the body.
The class can be offered in combination with a more active form of physical yoga such as vinyasa to help support the body in preparing for active rest, or even breathwork (pranayama) but Yoga Nidra can also be used on its own.
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Meditation
I offer meditations based on manifestation practices incorporating affirmations, visualizations, and embodiment practices to support you in aligning with what it is you desire to create. I am also certified in the 6-Phase Meditation by Vishen Lakhiani which works to positively shift your state by moving through various phases from compassion to forgiveness, to envisioning your future.
Prior to meditation, breathwork (pranayama) can be beneficial to prepare the mind and body. This can be offered by either combining the two for an hour-long session, or in a shorter session we'll only work with 1-2 types of breathing techniques to support your meditation practice.