Breath Works.
Ice Bath Works.
Connection Heals.
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226 five-star Google reviews · 534+ certified graduates
GPBA-certified 400h programme
"This course has been the BEST investment I've EVER made in myself."
— Loz
"He leads without ego, guides without judgment."
"It felt like years of therapy in three powerful weeks. I came home stronger and with something to fight for: my Self."
— Xenia
And I was absolutely right! The session exceeded all my expectations. I felt a connection I'd never experienced before, to the point where I didn't want it to end. The connection I felt during and after the session is indescribable; you have to experience it yourself to understand it.
Alex is a wonderful personāunderstanding, respectful, and incredibly skilled. He creates a safe environment that allows you to focus completely and not be distracted by anything else.
I highly recommend everyone try this experience with him without hesitation.
Alexandre is highly skilled and creates a safe, supportive space while respecting each personās individual rhythm. The experience was also incredibly rich in human connection and meaningful encounters.
A huge thank you Alexandre for everything 🙏
What I didn't expect was to be so moved by the depth of the exchanges, and by Alex's own vulnerability and authenticity. I've done a lot of coaching and training before, and I have never seen a facilitator be so genuinely human and real. I can't thank him enough ā because of that, I had a real breakthrough about how powerful it is to be authentic and unashamed of showing vulnerability. His openness gave every participant permission to drop their guard and go much deeper in their own process.
I arrived at this training bleach-blonde, with fake nails, and a sharp, controlling way of holding myself. I left having cut my hair, reconnected with my natural color, ditched the fake nails, and given myself permission to be present and to do things for myself ā to let go of pressure and simply be. I feel far more grounded in my everyday life now, and it shows in my relationships and in my work as a coach; reconnecting with that authenticity was essential for me professionally.
I also came away with a huge amount of real content and information, which was equally important to me. So this training is both serious and rich in substance, and deeply, powerfully transformative. I would recommend it a thousand times over to anyone who wants to strip away what isn't real, reconnect with themselves, and become an ethical, engaged, and authentic coach.
What I didnāt expect was how much the training would change my understanding of relationship.
One of the deepest lessons I took from Alex is that relationship is relationship. Whether Iām facilitating a breathwork journey, sitting across from a friend, connecting with a partner, or simply meeting another human being the way I show up is the same.
And perhaps most importantly, the way I show up in relationship with others is deeply connected to the way I show up in relationship with myself.
The three weeks were far more than learning breathing techniques. They were an invitation to look honestly at myself my patterns, my emotions, my stories, my strengths and my limitations and to experience what it really means to be present with another person without needing to fix, control or change what is happening.
Alex has a rare ability to create an environment where people feel safe enough to be vulnerable while still being challenged to grow. He teaches from experience and embodiment rather than simply from theory. He doesn't just teach you how to facilitate breathwork; he teaches you how to be in relationship.
That distinction has changed the way I see facilitation.
Iām leaving this training with far more than a facilitator qualification. Iām leaving with a deeper understanding of myself, a stronger connection to my own breath, and a much clearer understanding that the quality of the space I hold for another person can only ever be as honest as the relationship I have with myself.
Alex, thank you for the depth of what you teach, the space you hold, and the way you walk the path yourself.
Iām incredibly grateful I found my way to Breathing Cold.
Jason Mobberley
New Zealand
I left the session feeling more aligned, grounded, and aware of the path I still have ahead of me. The experience was both powerful and insightful, offering space for reflection and personal growth.
Alex is knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely caring. His calm presence creates a safe and supportive environment where you can fully trust the process and explore at your own pace.
Thank you for this meaningful experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone curious about breathwork or looking to reconnect with themselves on a deeper level.
Together with his wonderful assistant Isabel, Alex creates a calm, safe, and comforting space that invites authentic connection with both the group and yourself. The environment feels open, allowing vulnerability to arise naturally without pressure.
The combination of breathwork, ice baths, and authentic communication is guided with care and expertise, and you will come away enriched with new methods of self-care.
If you're after a transformative experience, mixed with plenty of fun and new connections, come to Breathing Cold. You won't regret it!
The surroundings of the home a makes you inspired by nature and the vegan food, I fell in love with it. Absolutely recommended when you are in Ubud
Alex is a natural teacher oozing authenticity, you can truly feel his passion for this modality. What I love most is that heās not trying to be a āguruā like so many others selling courses. His wisdom comes from lived experience, science, and genuine embodiment.
All of his teachings are invitations, not instructions. He encourages you to explore and discover what works best for you and your own nervous system. The conversations heās shared with authors are so rich and insightful, especially the one with Peter Levine on healing trauma and spiritual growth, which deeply resonated with me as someone passionate about trauma work.
Even though Iāve studied Breathwork for a couple years now, Iām still taking away new insights each week. Whether youāre just starting your Breathwork journey or have been on it for years, this 11-week course will meet you exactly where you are.
You wonāt be disappointed. ✌🏼
His use of breathwork and ice baths goes way beyond physical benefits ā itās about emotional release, trauma healing, and deep reconnection with the Self. And thatās exactly what I experienced in the environment he created for us, in which I felt safer than anywhere I had ever been to just be ME.
Through this training, I remembered who I am. It helped me to see myself clearly again, uncover what is blocking my growth, and begin to let it go. It felt like years of therapy in three powerful weeks. I came home stronger and with something to fight for: my Self.
These 21 days of breathwork training have been nothing short of transformative for me. Iāve had the privilege of exploring various healing modalities before, but this experience was truly unlike any other. Through your guidance, I didnāt just learn to breathe ā I remembered how to connect with myself in a way I never had before.
I reconnected with my body, my emotions, my thoughts ā even the parts of me I once ignored or overlooked. This journey brought me home to myself. It deepened my connection not only to my purpose, but also to my desires, my truth, and to what I genuinely feel about life and about me.
Breath ā something we take for granted every moment ā took on an entirely new meaning. It became my anchor, my teacher, my bridge to awareness. I realized I had been breathing all my life, but never really known how to breathe. And the day I understood the power of my breathā¦ I began to understand the value of my life.
Since this training, I feel calmer, sharper, and more present. My mind and heart are no longer in conflict ā they are now working in harmony. Iāve learned how to balance feeling deeply and thinking clearly. Iāve begun to act with awareness, and I can feel how beautifully thatās shaping my life.
My reactions have softened. Iāve become more loving, more compassionate ā especially towards myself. And that, I believe, is one of the greatest gifts any training can offer.
Alex my mentor , a person who doesnāt just teach ā he embodies. He holds space with a rare kind of presence that feels safe, honest, and deeply human. He leads without ego, guides without judgment, and listens without filters. With Alex, I didnāt feel the pressure to be more ā I felt the permission to be fully myself , just being me .. His authenticity, neutrality, and grounded energy make him not just a coach but a channel through which transformation gently unfolds..a person whoās always there to help you to grow and evolve.
Thank you for holding such a powerful, sacred space. Thank you for your wisdom, your presence, and the depth you bring to your work. This experience will always stay with meā¦
With deep respect and gratitude,
Love and a big hug
Payal Vani
One word - wow. Itās difficult to articulate what happened during our session but I was able to access parts of myself that Iāve never been able to before, not through any therapy or other techniques.
From the start Alex created such an open and relaxed atmosphere, nothing felt forced, he explained how the session would work without pushing any expectation on what I should or should not be feeling.
I was surprised at how quickly I was able to immerse myself in the session, be fully present and let go of a lot of anger, sadness and frustration all through the power of breath. Having done ice baths before it was actually great to learn a technique that was so much more impactful and was a great way to finish the session.
The experience has definitely ignited me to start being serious about incorporating breathwork in to my routine. If I can achieve as much as I did in 3 hours Iāll definitely be looking to do the 3 week course as soon as I can.
If you are looking for a safe and loving space to challenge yourself, learn tools for new daily habits and have a whole lot of fun doing so, Breathingcold is your place š
Thank you, Alex🙏🏼. Iām looking forward to the unwritten chapters of my breath-work, self-discovery and self-love journey.
Join us for a once in a life-time 2 days journey within your Self - become the author of your life experience, step into your greatness and live the life you want to live.
Breathwork is the new yoga. Ice Bath is the ultimate self-care ritual.
Authentic Relating and Circling are ways to transform every aspect of your relationships.
In the last few years these practices have become mainstream, and recognized as significant tools for healing and transformation.
You’ll become part of a new tribe of amazing humans, fellow seekers and learners who will support you every step of the way on this journey into the breath - and beyond.
So what are you breathing for?
This Experience Is For You If You're Ready To:
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Let go of control, patterns, and protective layers that no longer serve you
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Reconnect with your body, your breath, and your inner wisdom
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Experience a nervous system reset through breath and cold exposure
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Release stored stress, tension, and unprocessed emotion
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Remember the joy of being fully alive
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE
THE BREATH OF LIFE
Daily guided Breathwork journeys to unlock emotion and clarity.
A genuine healing experience.
You’ll learn a variety of breathing techniques to shift your state, regulate your nervous system,
and change
your relationship with stress.
COLD PLUNGE THERAPY
We use Ice Bath in an original and trauma-aware way—not to push, but to gently invite what’s been held inside to come to the surface. When held in safety and presence, the cold becomes a portal for releasing repressed emotions, stored trauma, and somatic tension that the body has carried for too long.
Heartfelt Connection
Transformation doesn’t end when the breath settles or the ice melts - it begins to root when we bring our inner shifts into honest, human connection. Authentic Relating and Circling invite us to slow down, reflect, and be truly seen. We heal not only alone, but together.
EMBODIED MOVEMENT & SOMATIC PRACTICES
Anchor the transformation in your body - Growth isn’t just a mental process — it must be lived and felt through the body. That’s why we weave embodied movement and somatic practices throughout the retreat: to help you integrate change at the cellular level, not just as a concept.
Through intentional movement, shaking, sound, intuitive dance, and guided somatic awareness, you’ll learn how to process emotions, regulate your nervous system, and come home to yourself.
THIS IS A RETREAT. A RESET. A RETURN
Back to your body.
Back to presence.
Back to your truth.
This is more than just a retreat ā itās a deep personal reset. Over 2 immersive days, youāll be guided through powerful, embodied practices designed to bring you back to your essence, release emotional weight, and open a new chapter in your life. Hereās whatās waiting for you:
Daily guided Breathwork journeys
Each day begins with transformative Breathwork designed to unlock deep emotional layers, release stuck energy, and bring clarity to the mind. Youāll explore various techniques to help regulate your nervous system, access inner stillness, and build a new relationship with your breath ā as a tool for healing and self-empowerment.
Cold Bath Therapy
Step into the cold and discover the power of stress as a catalyst for growth.
With expert guidance, youāll use cold exposure as a mirror to meet your edges, move through fear, and access untapped resilience. These practices help release stuck and stored emotions, release control, sharpen focus, and restore vitality.
Integration circles
Each day, we come together in safe and authentic sharing spaces to reflect, connect, and digest whatās been activated. Through Authentic Relating and Circling practices, youāll not only witness others ā youāll be deeply seen yourself.
These moments of connection turn insights into transformation and foster a powerful sense of community.
Embodied movement & somatic practices
Move from insight to integration by anchoring your breakthroughs into the body.
Youāll explore dynamic and intuitive movement practices, sound, and somatic awareness to release tension, regulate emotions, and reconnect to your bodyās innate intelligence.
Rest, reflection, and reconnection in nature
Bali holds you throughout this journey ā the lush rice fields, nourishing food, and sacred energy offer a peaceful environment to rest, integrate, and reconnect.
Youāll eat vibrant, plant-based meals, soak in nature, and have space to reflect, journal and recharge.
Sacred ceremonies and elemental rituals
Weāll honor the spirit of Bali through ceremonies that connect you to the Earth and to yourself.
These experiences awaken your spiritual connection and bring reverence to your transformation.
Deep inner clarity & understanding
Youāll leave with more than memories ā youāll gain profound insight into who you are, how you operate, and what holds you back. Through this deeply experiential process, youāll start to understand your patterns, your triggers, and your true essence ā with new tools to move forward in alignment and confidence.
Why this Experience, Why Now?
Because waiting no longer serves us. The time to integrate our past isn’t someday — it’s now.
Now is the moment to break free from old patterns.
To release what no longer belongs. To stop surviving — and start fully living.
Now is the time to reclaim your power, rewire your relationship with stress, and become the grounded, heart-led version of yourself the world so deeply needs.
In a world that’s moving faster and feeling heavier, your nervous system is your compass.
Your breath is your bridge. And your body holds the wisdom to transform everything.
Are you ready to step out of your story and into your true self? To breathe deeper, feel more alive, and remember who you are underneath it all?
This isn’t just a retreat. It’s a return.
To your truth. To your strength. To your wholeness.
Join us in Bali for 2 unforgettable days of transformation, embodiment, and self-discovery.
The call is here.
Are you ready to answer?
Price
Complete Program, One-time Payment = US$ 345
āThere is no more profitable investment than investing in yourself...It is the true way to improve yourself to be the best version of you and lets you be able to best serve those around you.ā
ā Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
50% non-refundable deposit required to confirm attendance.
Accommodation not included. Delicious Vegan lunches included.
What The Participants Say
NOW I KNOW HOW TO CONTROL MY TRAUMA!
OMG, what a retreat!
Taking this decision was one of the best thing I did for myself. I feel like a new person now.
Relationship with my partner has improved tremendously. I feel more powerful, confident, centered and happy!
I cannot thank you enough, Alex.
Highly recommend!!
Hika
LIFE CHANGING !
What three months of classical in-clinic therapy couldn’t do, Alex did within just FIVE DAYS: The first day I arrived (back) in my body; the second day, thanks to a phenomenal Breathwork exercise, I went on an imaginary walk to see the sights of this newly discovered self.
By the help of Alex I rediscovered an emotional sense of curiosity and joy within myself, a lust for life, that was long gone. I came to understand what breathing ACTUALLY means and that I am only human after all…
All of that created a great relief, a deep sense of “enoughness” and an opportunity to surrender and let go for good.
No matter where in your personal journey you are and what you are dealing with, Alex will create an open space and a canvas for you to be filled with answers stemming directly from your heart.
At some point in my journey I will come back to this magical place that gave me so much. Thank you.
Jan Berndt 
AMAZING!
Alex's program works. The program compels you to look deep inside yourself and confront whatever fears, challenges, self-limiters you subconsciously have in place. The realisation of just how powerful the mind is is amazing. I'm a much better person for having participated in it.
Ben
A DIFFERENT LEVEL OF UNDERSTANDING
I have done lots of therapy in my life and am so thankful for this experience. It was different compared to what I usually do. That felt uncomfortable, but in a safe place and with Alex as such an amazing and knowledgeable facilitator, that is really where magic happens. This morning, the day after, I can feel that there has shifted something inside myself. Time to keep on going with that flow and create new habits. Today is going to be the best day of my life, tomorrow too!
Nikki Geelen
LIFE CHANGING
Absolutely incredible experience! Alex is an exceptional breathwork facilitator. His sessions are deep, safe, and truly transformative. From the very first moment, I felt welcomed, seen, and fully supported. His calm presence, knowledge, and the way he holds space make BreathingColdBali a truly special place. I leave every session with more clarity, lightness, and connection to myself. Thank you for these powerful experiences — I will definitely be back!
Angelo
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Wow, I am beyond happy to have participated in this retreat. Alex held such a safe space for me to be vulnerable and also was vulnerable himself. He gave me the tools to find my own answers and reminded me to follow my own heart. I can’t recommend working with Alex enough. He is a humble master of breath and the empathy he feels for his students is as apparent as ice is cold. Sign up!
Kaz Murata
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