Space to Feel: Breathwork & Sound Workshop

Feeling stretched thin? Release built-up tension, let breath and sound guide you to what lies beneath and reconnect with yourself. We can become so used to pushing through stress and everyday demands that we barely notice how much tension we're carrying or how we're actually feeling. Space to Feel is a half-day retreat offering you time to turn your attention back to yourself, reconnect with your body and explore what may be sitting beneath the surface. We'll combine TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises), Conscious Connected Breathwork and a Sound Journey. These practices can be powerful, offering opportunities to release physical and emotional tension and become more aware of how we respond to stress and what we may be holding onto. It's an afternoon to step away from the usual roles and expectations and give yourself permission to feel whatever comes up, without needing to change anything. You'll be guided by two certified, trauma-informed practitioners who will support you throughout, encouraging you to listen to your body and move at your own pace. No experience needed. Just come as you are. What previous participants have said "I arrived at Ewa's breathwork session feeling scattered and disconnected. I left feeling whole. Her professionalism, intuition and genuine care made all the difference. A truly transformative experience I would recommend to anyone ready to go within." — Tash, previous Breathwork workshop with Ewa “The most powerful TRE Session I had so far and combined with the Breathwork afterwards, it was the perfect mix for me to drop into my body and surrender to my breath and the experience. Can't wait to join another session!” — Antonia, previous TRE® and Breathwork workshop with Aleksandra What to expect We’ll begin with a short introduction to TRE® and Conscious Connected Breathwork, followed by some grounding and body awareness practices to help you settle into the session. The first part of the retreat will focus on TRE® - a gentle sequence of exercises that helps activate the body’s natural tremor response. These involuntary tremors can help the body let go of built-up stress and tension. We’ll then move into Conscious Connected Breathwork, a rhythmic, guided breathing practice. It can bring greater awareness to what is happening internally and offer an opportunity to explore thoughts, emotions, sensations or experiences that may sit beneath the surface. The two practices work really well together. TRE® can help the body release some of the tension it has accumulated over time. Conscious Connected Breathwork then offers an opportunity to explore more deeply what is happening within you and become aware of parts of your experience that may not usually be so easy to access. Throughout the session, a carefully curated playlist woven with live sound journey elements will support and guide you, helping you deepen into the breath and the journey. We’ll close the retreat with time to rest and integrate your experience, followed by a closing circle. There will be space to share anything that feels meaningful to you, entirely voluntary, as part of the integration process. You’re equally welcome to simply listen. There will also be time for breaks and reflection throughout the afternoon, with tea and light refreshments provided. Who is this retreat for? This retreat may be for you if you've been feeling stressed, overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself, or if you find it difficult to fully relax even when you have time to slow down. You might be looking to release some of the tension you've been carrying, better understand your emotional responses or explore the connection between mind and body. Or perhaps you're simply curious about these practices and would like to experience them in a supportive environment. Your facilitators Ewa Franus - Breathwork & Sound Ewa is a registered pharmacist, certified breathwork facilitator and the founder of Pink Griffin. Alongside her holistic practice, she works as a consultant in the pharmaceutical industry. Her work brings together science, natural therapies and ancestral practices, drawing on a range of modalities, including breathwork and sound, to support stress release, self-awareness and wellbeing. Aleksandra Stawinska - TRE® & Breathwork Aleksandra is an occupational psychologist, certified breathwork facilitator and TRE® provider and doctoral researcher in psychology at University College London. Her work focuses on stress, burnout and body-based approaches to supporting nervous-system regulation. Together, we'll create a supportive, trauma-informed space where you can explore these practices at your own pace. Practical details Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026 Time: 2 - 6 pm Location: Station Mill, Alresford, SO24 9JQ Refreshments: Tea and light refreshments will be provided. What to Bring Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water. Yoga mats will be provided, but you're welcome to bring anything that helps you feel fully comfortable, such as a blanket, a pillow or an extra layer to keep warm during the resting parts of the afternoon. You may also like to bring a notebook to write down any reflections along the way. We recommend avoiding a heavy meal for an hour beforehand. Doors open 15 minutes before the start, so please arrive from 1:45pm to give yourself time to settle in before we begin. A note on safety and suitability Conscious Connected Breathwork and TRE® can bring up strong physical sensations and emotions, and may not be suitable for everyone. You'll always be encouraged to listen to your body, work at your own pace and pause or stop whenever you need to. Everything is optional. All attendees will be asked to complete a short intake form before the retreat, including some health-related questions, to help us assess whether the practices are suitable for them. Please contact us before booking if you have any of the following: pregnancy, epilepsy or seizures, cardiovascular conditions, unmanaged high blood pressure, history of stroke, severe asthma or respiratory conditions, recent surgery or significant injury, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or severe mental health conditions, glaucoma or detached retina. If you're unsure whether this retreat is right for you, please get in touch before booking. We're happy to answer your questions. For more information about our work: Ewa Franus • Pink Griffin • [email protected] Aleksandra Stawinska • The Somatic Practice • [email protected]