SOMA Breath Awakening Journey w/ Kyle Espenshade

More than just conscious-connected breathing, the SOMA Breath is the evolution of breathwork and yoga, designed to clear negative imprints and help you break free from the past, so you can be more present, in the flow, liberated, and empowered to reclaim the creative potential of your life-force energy.

Note: All breathwork techniques should ideally be done on an empty stomach, or at least 1-2 hrs after eating a full meal. All levels are welcome. Please see contraindications at the bottom of the description. 

The SOMA Breath is designed to give you energy, clarity, and improve fitness and endurance in a fun and exciting way.

This 2 hour workshop combines breathwork, visualization, and our signature SOMA Breath music that helps you synchronize your breathing to a perfect rhythm. Soma is a name given to a sacred shamanic ritual involving psychedelics, breathwork and meditation. The rishis of ancient India would partake of this sacred medicine and receive profound visions about the eternal truths of the universe. Originally a tradition that was passed down orally, they eventually began to write down their Divine downloads in texts such as the Rig Veda. Through their practice, they were able to achieve complete mastery of their physical body and mental faculties. This special ritual involving special tribal music, chanting, proprietary music technology and breathwork will alter your state of consciousness in a profound way without the need for ingesting psychedelics. In a similar way to the rishis you may receive downloads, visions and moments of great inspiration.

Boosts & Improves: Oxygen efficiency, respiratory & cardiovascular health, immune system, bodily coherence, blood sugar levels, vitality, stamina, endurance, tissue/muscle/cell repair & production, flow of cerebrospinal fluid, directed neurogenesis, concentration, cognitive function, memory, emotional & hormonal balance, confidence, growth & circulation of stem-cells for the ultimate healing & regeneration

Releases & Relieves: Asthma, arthritis, aches & pains, sleep disorders, high blood pressure, nasal blockages, addictive behaviors, past traumas, anxiety, depression, resentment, anger & other negative thoughts & emotions

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Slow rhythmic breathing techniques of SOMA Breath are safe to be used for anyone, and can be beneficial for all individuals. Forceful mouth breathing, prolonged breath holds and extended intense fast breathwork/hyperventilation for more than 5 minutes, should NOT be practiced in the case of any of the following:

  1. Severe/critical diseases or infections (Esp. if it impairs your ability to breathe)
  2. Heart issues such has uncontrolled hypertension (usually after a heart attack), a pacemaker, or irregular heart beat (Exception: your doctor gives you specific permission).
  3. Organ failure or late-stage terminal illness
  4. Pregnancy
  5. Epilepsy

Some conditions (Eg: Tinnitus, hernias) may be aggravated by prolonged breath holds and hyperventilation and careful attention to technique is required.

For more info on Kyle and SOMA Alkhemy: please visit his website here. He teaches donation-based Qi Gong weekly on Saturdays from 1:30pm-2:30pm.

Cost: $30
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.

Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop: 

  • A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.

    • If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided. 

    Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at  kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org 

    Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given. 
    Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

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