Breath | Clarity | Cold

with Dan Hughes of Vitae Vi

breathwork and cold exposure workshops

Put simply, Breath | Clarity | Cold is a way to keep your body and mind in their optimal natural state.

For most of our evolutionary history, a merciless natural environment automatically did this for us: sub-zero temperatures, howling winds and hungry wolves kept our muscles and veins supple, and our minds sharp and clear.

Fast forward to today, and phones are exhausting our brains, while the rest of our body wastes away as we sit in toasty rooms strapped to stiffening chairs.

As a result, those natural defences are no longer on high alert. We fall ill more easily. We stress out, lose sleep, and wake up without focus or energy.

This fun, engaging, relaxing yet challenging workshop is led by Dan Hughes, Co-Founder of well-being brand Vitae Vi, Wim Hof Method Academy Trained Instructor and an Oxygen Advantage Breathwork Coach.

Dan takes you through this steady, science-backed way to help your body & mind feel safe, clear, and capable again. This approach works with the natural systems you already have – your breath, your focus, and the gentle power of the cold – to support balance in your nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems.

Dan says “Change can be challenging but remaining stressed, unhappy with low energy can be more so – 15-20 minutes a day is all you need, no equipment, just an open mind and a willingness to persevere. I know first-hand how illness, stress and modern-life all impact the body and mind and I can guide you towards unlocking your inner power – you are stronger than you think you are!”

When these systems feel supported, everyday stress becomes easier to navigate, and your energy feels more grounded and available.

What to expect?

Our Breath | Clarity | Cold workshops create a calm, supportive space to explore breathwork, understand that clarity of mind is built from within, and try controlled cold exposure. You’ll be guided step by step, with intention, focus, managed challenge and moments of quiet & pure clarity to settle into your body & mind. Not to break you, but to show you just how strong you really are. A life changing experience. You hold that inner power locked away, we just give you the key.

The sessions

Core Energy Breathwork
You’ll be guided through targeted and conscious breathing practices and several rounds of core energy breathwork designed to calm your system, steady your mind, create new levels of energy and reconnect you with your natural resilience.

Clarity
You’ll explore intention-setting and simple mindset tools that help you stay present, focussed and grounded. The mind shapes how we experience stress, challenge and change. Through gentle awareness intention-setting and simple mindset tools that build mental steadiness, we help you notice your internal patterns and respond with clarity instead of overwhelm – allowing you to meet pressure with presence rather than reactivity.

Cold Exposure
The cold becomes a place to meet yourself. With clear guidance and full support, you’ll learn how to use the cold to build an unstoppable resilience, reduce stress, and support mental clarity, sleep, and overall wellbeing. It’s not about pushing limits - it’s about discovering strength through calm.

Who it's for

People join Breath | Clarity | Cold for many reasons:

Curiosity
A desire to feel calmer and more centred
An interest in building a power house of resilience
The wish to experience stillness & clarity of mind in cold water
Support with stress, overwhelm, or emotional load

No experience is needed – just reasonable health and an openness to explore. You’ll leave feeling clearer, more energised, and equipped with simple tools you can continue using in your life. Many say this workshop has been completely life-changing.

The benefits

Anti-inflammatory (both chronic and acute)
Alleviate the symptoms of depression, fatigue and chronic pain
Robust immune system and faster recovery
Stronger cardio-vascular system
Optimized lung health
Stronger will-power
More energy & life-force
Balanced emotions and peace of mind
Better sleep
Greater stress resilience and less anxiety
Heightened determination
Greater cold tolerance in the cooler months
Increased metabolism
Better concentration and focus
Lower pain perception through endorphin release
Heightened body awareness
Connection with our body, each other and nature
Periods of total bliss, gratitude and peace

Workshop details

Forest Mere – Saturday, 30 May 2026
Springs – Saturday, 11 July 2026
Mottram Hall – Sunday, 12 July 2026
Tring – Saturday, 17 October 2026

9.30am – 1.30pm

£129 per person (£199 for guests)

To reserve your space please contact cer@champneys.com

Health & Safety
Whilst we want as many people as possible to experience the Wim Hof Method, for health and safety reasons, the method isn’t suitable if:

– You are under 18 years of age
– You are pregnant or breast-feeding
– Have epilepsy
– Suffer from high-blood pressure or coronary heart disease (or any other heart issues)
– Have a history of serious health issues (ie stroke, heart failure, kidney failure)
– Have Raynaud’s Syndrome (Type 2)
– Have recently had an operation
– Suffer from migraines (this is a personal choice as cold can sometimes trigger them)

Vitae Vi see to it that the Wim Hof Method activities are carried out safely and correctly by a Certified Instructor.

However, Vitae Vi cannot assess the health risks particular to individual participants. Participants are notified about the health risks, as outlined below and Vitae Vi point to their personal responsibility and advise participants to consult their doctor or medical practitioner should the medical questionnaire prompt any potential issues.

If you have any health concerns or any serious medical issues, please consult with a healthcare professional or your GP and contact your Wim Hof Method Instructor with any questions BEFORE attending the workshop. This is for your own safety.

It is ultimately up to the participant to determine whether they are fit to take part.

If you have specific health concerns, please contact a medical practitioner for written advice before making your booking. A health declaration will be required before participation.

By purchasing your place on this transformational workshop, you are consenting to your name and email address being shared with Vitae Vi by Champneys before the event for completion of your health declaration form and waiver. If for any reason Vitae Vi find that you are not able to participate, a full refund will be provided.

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mottram hall

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