Wim Hof Method Travel Experience, French Alps with Breath, Ice, Refuge, Forest, Sound Healing & Yoga

“Life Begins at the End of your Comfort Zone“ Neale Donald Walsch

Wim Hof Method Travel Experience

~ French Alps ~

Are you ready for a Life Changing Experience?

Put yourself in the expert hands of James, a level 2 certified WHM Instructor and Sound Healer along side Natalie, who’s speciality is in regulating the Nervous System, working with the Energetic Body and weaving in aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We will be going deep into the Breath, exploring Cold exposures with a focus on ‘the Power of the Mind’ along with a healthy dose of going out of your comfort zone. We will show tools to influence the mind, regulate your autonomic nervous system and take control using Basic Fundamentals and Advanced WHM techniques. You will learn about the physiological mechanisms that come into play, and engage in a variety of breathing and cold therapy activities as we explore a combination of Ice Baths, Local Troughs, Alpine Waters and Lakes depending on weather conditions and safety. We will also be incorporating Yin Yoga, Sound Healing, Energy Work and Ceremonial Cacao Medicine to enhance/support your experience

We will spend 6 days/5 nights going deeper in to your potential, away from distraction, and explore the limits of your body through the power of your mind. This immersion allows for progressive Wim Hof Method training in the magical French Alps. Many who join are looking for new ways to push through their perceived physical or psychological limits. Some use it as an inward journey to process hardship or trauma while others are just always searching for the next life changing experience to enrich their lives. You are destined to hear the most incredible stories from the most beautiful like minded souls where you will get unique perspectives on life, and be inspired to see your own in a new light.

What to Expect:

4 nights in the luxury of Chalet Savoie Faire or the beautiful spacious Gite across the road
1 night accommodation in shared mountain refuge at 2080m
Impressive vegetarian gluten-free brunches prepared and cooked on fire by gut healing and fire expert Polly from Jolly Allotment (plant based options)
Nourishing and carefully prepared vegetarian evening meals at Chalet Savoie Faire (plant based options)
All weather SnowShoe Hike to Mountain Refuge where we will spend the night at 2080m and wake up to sunrise (shared room of bunk beds and food provided by refuge)
Nature walk [invitation for barefoot experience]
Optional Excursion to Lac d’Annecy and opportunity to enjoy the Old Town
Daily Wim Hof Method Breathwork Sessions including ADVANCED techniques
Daily Cold Water Immersions including Ice Bath, River Dips, Alpine Waters depending on conditions
Yin Yoga session accompanied by Nepalese singing bowls and reiki drumming
Cacao & drum ceremony
OPTIONS:
Why not extend your stay by enjoying some ski time in either Val Morel, or Brides les Bains which has a bubble which takes you up to the 3 valley region of Meribel/Courchevel/ValThoren.
*Please note Nikki and Hugh have a lovely little Cairn Terrier called Opi who lives with them and Polly will have her two beautiful healing labradors called Beaufort and Forrest *

Who is this adventure for?

A level of fitness is required and this experience is suitable for intermediate level Wim Hof Method practitioners looking to deepen their practice and explore their limits through the power of their mind. Out of precaution, we advise against participation during pregnancy, or if you are epileptic. People with cardiovascular issues, or any other serious health conditions should always consult a medical professional before starting the Wim Hof Method.

When: Sunday 19th January - Friday 24th January 2025

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This WHM Travel Experience is limited to 15 people so that we can offer an intimate quality and personal support so please book your spot quickly if you do not want to miss out.

OFFERINGS…

WIM HOF METHOD

During your Wim Hof Method Travel Experience you will put yourself in the expert hands James, of a certified Level 2 WHM Instructor to go deeper into the 3 pillars of the Wim Hof Method: Breathing Technique, Cold Exposure & Commitment.

Lets tune into our new skills and power of the mind to snow hike from 1560m to Refuge du Nante du Beurre at 2080m where we will stay the night in shared dormitories where we can take in the dramatic sunset and stunning sunrise at altitude.

YOGA

Experience our Signature Yin Yoga, Singing Bowl Therapy and Reiki Drumming sessions which are inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory as we move energy through the meridian channels as we aim to shift, nourish and rebalance our energetic, physical and mental self by stressing the connective tissue and calming the nervous system

There will be a focus on lung health and the nervous system during this Wim Hof Method Weekend Retreat

SOUND HEALING

Sound Healing helps the body generate a positive flow of energy and offers vibrations ion a cellular level into the body which stimulates the blood vessels, lymph, nerves, veins and muscles to open up blockages and loosening tension in the body, relaxing the body and releasing pain. Sound can helps with stress, depression, insomnia, menstrual pain, ear problems, sinusitis etc and offer a sense of peace and calm. On retreat you will experience a gong bath, singing bowl therapy and reiki drumming

CACAO

Ceremonial Grade Cacao has been used for centuries by the indigenous as a plant medicine for nutritional and healing purposes. Nutritionally, ceremonial grade cacao has 20 times more disease fighting antioxidants than blueberries and offers magnesium, riboflavin along with essential fatty acids making it a huge help to lower cholesterol, improve heart function and reduce the risk of cancer. It is also a mood enhancer through increasing dopamine and serotonin whilst also stimulating endorphins amongst other benefits

FIRE FOOD EXPERIENCE

by Jolly Allotment

As Polly say’s… what you eat directly affects your emotional and physical health and wellbeing. At Jolly Allotment gut health is at the core of everything they do - they create retreats, events and experiences in nature to inspire and motivate you to reconnect with yourself for a calmer, healthier and more abundant life.

Polly will be cooking up a storm on Fire for our Brunches and our final evening Fire feast so prepare to be left feeling nourished, inspired as she feeds our gut, mind, body and soul.

A LITTLE PIECE OF OCEAN HEAVEN

LOCATION

Chalet Savoie Faire is a beautiful 1900s farmhouse in the tranquil village of Fontaine Naves, in the heart of the French Alps which has been transformed by Nikki & Hugh into a luxury & bespoke accommodation.

The main house provides accommodation for up to 8 people, with a beautiful open-plan living area, vaulted dining hall and walled terrace with views across the valley. Luxury bathrooms with gorgeous toiletries, flat screen televisions in every room and a cosy open fireplace make it a perfect retreat.

Across the road we have the beautiful Gite which offers an accommodation in 5 basic but spacious and comfy bedrooms with own living space, kitchen and terrace outside.

Fontaines Naves is a picturesque mountain village, with stunning views across the valley. It is situated at 1300 altitude and is perfect for escaping from the main ski resorts to enjoy the peace and tranquility in the comfort of Chalet Savoie Faire and Gite.

If you did want to extent your stay, the nearby market town of Moutiers is only 25 mins away and 30 minutes from the main ski resorts of Meribel/ Courchevel or Val Morel. There are plenty of other beauty spots to further explore including Annecy, many stunning drives and even the medieval town of Conflans.

We only have 15 spots available to join us on this adventure

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PROPOSED ITINERARY

Timings are flexible apart from Arrival Time and Closing Time. Everything is optional and activities are weather dependant.

The nearest airport is Geneva and we have access to a reduced rate transfer minibus [€400 for 7 people] door to door.

Or you can take a train to Moutiers-Salins and arrange a collection directly with Hugh and Nikki at €35

sunday 19th Jan 2025

16:00 – Arrival tea and settle in by the Fire

17:00 - 19:00 Walk 1KM to Baileys Barn. Welcome, Breath-work Practice accompanied by Singing Bowl and Gong Meditation
19:30 – 21:00 Get ready for a delicious meal by Chalet Savoie Faire
21:00 - Relax with a Jolly Allotment herbal infusion and chat with like minded souls

MONday 20th Jan 2025

From 06:30 - Herbal Tea, Lemon & Ginger Water, Nuts, Dates etc
08:00 – 11:00 Walk to Baileys Barn for Morning Breathwork, then Cold Water Science and Exposure 1

11:00 – 13:00 Fire Side Brunch by Jolly Allotment
13:00 - 16:00 Rest & Digest [Optional Workshop]
16:00 - 18:00 Yin Yoga, Singing Bowl Therapy and Reiki Drumming for Lung Health and Expansion
18:30 - 20:00 Nourishing Dinner by Chalet Savoie Faire
20:00 - 21:00 Jolly Allotment Herbal Infusion and Pre-Brief Hike

tuesday 21st Jan 2025

07:30 – 10:00 Breathwork Session, Cold Exposure 2

10:00 – 11:00 Breakfast and Digest
11:00 - 12:00 Pre-Brief and Collect Snowshoes, Packed lunch
12:00 - 18:00 Set off Mountain Snow Hike (in shorts option), Picnic & Reach the Refuge at 2080m - ALL WEATHER
18:00 - 21:00 Dinner at the Shared Bunk Refuge, Play Cards and Sleep

wednesday 22nd Jan 2025

07:00 – 13:00 Wake up at the Refuge, Sunrise Meditation Hike Down, Breathwork and Cold Exposure 3
13:00 – 14:00 Fire Side Lunch
14:00 - 17:00 Rest, Digest, Massage
17:30 - 19:15 Yin Yoga, Singing Bowl Therapy & Reiki Drumming
19:30 - 21:00 Nourishing Dinner by Chalet Savoie Faire
21.00 - Relax, read a book or chat with like minded souls

THURSDAY 23rd Jan 2025

From 06:30 - Herbal Tea, Lemon & Ginger Water, Nuts, Dates etc
07:00 – 09.30 Walk up to Baileys Barn, GO DEEP ADVANCED Breathwork
09.30 - 10.30 Breakfast on the go…
10:30 - 15.00 Cold Exposure 5, Opportunity to explore Annecy Old Town, Buddha Bowl
17:30 - 19:30 - Cacao Ceremony, Breathwork and Drumming Circle
20:00 - 21:30 - Fireside Supper by Jolly Allotment

FRIDAY 24th feb 2025

07:00 - 07:30 Morning Meditation & Stretch
07:30 – 10:00 Breathwork, Cold Exposure 5

10.00 - 11.00 Breakfast
11.00 - 12.00 Closing Circle
12:00 Check out or CONTINUE YOUR WINTER ADVENTURE

Your Facilitators

MORE ABOUT US

Sound | Reiki | Wim Hof Method Level 2

JAMES BRADSHAW

Working in the fire and rescue service was my dream job and after making the difficult decision to leave after 10 years service I lost my way a little. I missed helping other people and felt something was missing. I proceeded to spend another 10 years building up my own renovations and maintenance company and whilst really enjoying meeting new people, the practical side of working with my hands and being creative I still felt I had more to offer. In 2011 I injured my spine in a car accident and the doctors said that I would need to start saving for a £20k operation to remove some of my spine which would manage the pain. The injury was affecting my life and somedays I couldn’t walk – this is where my journey started in looking for alternative ways to heal. I started regular yoga classes and very soon I regained strength, mobility and reduced pain. It was actually in the yoga studio that I saw a leaflet for Reiki and became very curious in how I could tap into my own healing potential. In the back of my mind I knew this was the tool I could use to help myself and others. It has been quite a journey working towards my Reiki master degree and digging deeper into the potentials of Sound Therapy. My journey continued to the Wim Hof Method and after very quickly seeing the huge shift in my mental health and physical strength especially through my cancer recovery in 2020, I knew I had to become a certified Wim Hof Instructor and take this method out to help people gain tools to put YOU in control and therefore Rise and Thrive. We continue to research, experience and explore ways to help ourselves and others live at optimal health in this modern world.

And guess what… I no longer need the spinal operation!

NATALIE BRADSHAW

Ancient Wisdom has changed my life. For years I suffered with Adrenal Fatigue and an Autoimmune Disease, that combined with being a workaholic in the corporate world often meant choosing to work 13-hour days and using all my energy up at work that often meant that I had nothing left for me, let alone time for my family or friends. After becoming dependent on steroid injections, western medication and coffee just to get through the day I decided to come back to Yoga and explore a more holistic lifestyle. Rather than continue to book holidays in a desperate attempt to recharge, I started to go on Healing retreats which inspired me to train to become a Yoga teacher and this soon became a huge turning point in my life because it gave me the space to rest, spend time with like minded people and also learn tools that I needed to make changes in my life. Very quickly I found that a more regular practice offered me much more than the physical benefits and as I continued to dig deeper, not only did I become stronger and more mobile in my body but I had reduced pain, raised energy levels, improved mental health and my whole perspective significantly changed. I said goodbye to my corporate life and set out on a new path find a solution other than a lifetime on western medication and guess what - I haven't taken western medication for over 7 years and have managed to keep my autoimmune issues at bay (unless I fall into old habits!) Even now with over 1000 study hours with many global master teachers and reading hundreds of books, I continue to search for and experience alternative ways to live at optimal health in this modern world. Going deeper into the layers is my passion, specifically in conjunction with traditional Chinese medicine, organ health, the energetic body and breath work. Sound and Reiki has also been a huge influence in my healing path which is why James (my husband) and I love to work together and create healing and transformational experiences which we can offer on a private basis, group classes, workshops or retreats.

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Your Hosts | Your Nourishment

Nikki & Hugh

Chalet Savoie Faire is the brainchild of Nikki Shields Quinn and her husband, Hugh. With more than 30 years experience of cooking and offering retreats, Nikki and Hugh have transformed an abandoned barn in the beautiful village of Fontaines Naves, into a stunning luxury mountain lodge and cookery school.

Nikki and Hugh will welcome you into their home and introduce you to life in the Tarantaise. Fontaines Naves is a picturesque mountain village, with stunning views across the valley, it’s situated at 1300 altitude, so perfect for the cyclists, cross country skiiers and those who love to hike through the forests. Only 15 minutes from the nearby market town of Moutiers, 30 minutess from the ski resorts of Valmorel and Meribel/ Courchevel.