Grof Breathwork BC

Grof Breathwork BC Grof Breathwork is a powerful, natural method of self-exploration and personal transformation. Breathwork sessions are usually conducted in groups.

We are a community of certified Grof Breathwork facilitators, apprentices, and trainees offering workshops and retreats in British Columbia. Holotropic breathwork was developed by Stan and Christina Grof in 1974 during Stan’s long tenure as scholar-in-residence at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. It is based on insights from modern consciousness research, depth psychology, and spiritual practices. GROF® Breathwork now represents the way Stan Grof wishes his work to be taught and practiced. GROF® Breathwork is an experiential method of self-exploration and healing designed to induce deep holotropic states of consciousness through a combination of very simple means – accelerated breathing, evocative music, and focused bodywork that helps to release residual bioenergetic and emotional blocks. By activating the unconscious and mobilizing blocked energies, GROF® Breathwork mediates access to all levels of human experience including unfinished issues from our post-natal biography, traumatic physical or emotional events, perinatal memories, death and rebirth sequences, and a variety of transpersonal experiences that can reach mythological, archetypal, and universal realms. Participants work in pairs and alternate in the roles of “breathers” and “sitters.” The process is supervised by trained facilitators who assist participants whenever necessary. Following the breathing sessions, participants express their experiences by using art materials and sharing accounts of their inner journeys in small groups. GROF® Breathwork differs significantly from traditional talk therapy. It shares certain common characteristics with the experiential therapies of humanistic psychology, such as Gestalt practice and the neo-Reichian approaches, which emphasize direct emotional expression and work with the body. This work is of value to persons interested in deep inner exploration, self-knowledge, and spiritual awareness. It is an excellent experiential adjunct to psychotherapy, as well as a powerful method of self-care for helping professionals. GROF® Breathwork is currently being used as a training tool for those interested in better supporting work in non-ordinary states of consciousness. The skill set has great relevance in relation to supporting those in psycho-spiritual crisis, the dying process, recovery from trauma or addiction, or preparing for work in the emerging field of psychedelic psychotherapy.

Join .wellness and  on Sunday, January 25 for a full-day workshop at  🌬️ Grof® Breathwork is a deeply immersive modality...
12/20/2025

Join .wellness and on Sunday, January 25 for a full-day workshop at 🌬️

Grof® Breathwork is a deeply immersive modality developed by Stanislav and Christina Grof in the 1970s. Through accelerated breathing and evocative music, participants enter non-ordinary states of consciousness that can open the door to many forms of healing. These may include emotional release, somatic shifts, personal insight, trauma resolution, symbolic or creative imagery, and expanded self-awareness—held within a safe and supportive group environment.

This full-day workshop includes one three-hour session as a breather and one as a sitter. Mandala art integration follows each journey to help anchor themes, imagery, and emerging insights.

Many participants find the sitting role equally meaningful, as it strengthens their ability to hold space and support others in medicine-assisted modalities. Grof Breathwork was originally developed as a breath-based substitute for psychedelic therapy, and it can also support preparation or integration for psychedelic work. Focused bodywork is available by request to help complete emotional and somatic processes that arise during sessions.

Your registration includes a group preparation meeting the week before and an integration meeting in the days afterward (via Zoom).

For more information, please contact wilde@holotropicjourneys.com. 🌀

Grof® Breathwork — VictoriaJoin us for a powerful day of deep inner exploration through Grof® Breathwork at the Church o...
12/02/2025

Grof® Breathwork — Victoria

Join us for a powerful day of deep inner exploration through Grof® Breathwork at the Church of Truth in James Bay. This immersive practice blends rhythmic breathing, evocative music, and skilled facilitation to access non-ordinary states of consciousness for healing, insight, and self-discovery.

Facilitators: Renn Butler, Wilde Lawson-King, Kyla Campbell, Adrian Oberg
Investment: $275
📅 Saturday, March 7th, 2026
📍 Victoria, BC

To register: wilde@holotropicjourneys.com


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Transformative Grof® Breathwork Workshop in Victoria – April 26th -
04/11/2025

Transformative Grof® Breathwork Workshop in Victoria – April 26th -

Facilitated by Renn Butler, Kyla Campbell, Wilde Lawson-King, and Adrian Oberg, this workshop offers a deeply immersive experience into non-ordinary states of consciousness through breath as medicine. Rooted in the pioneering work of Dr. Stanislav and Christina Grof, this modality integrates deep an...

HBD to one of the greats!“We’re all just walking each other home.”  — Ram Dass - Be Here Now
04/07/2025

HBD to one of the greats!

“We’re all just walking each other home.”
— Ram Dass - Be Here Now

Today, we celebrate the birthday of Ram Dass—a psychologist, spiritual teacher, and early psychedelic researcher whose legacy continues to inspire.|

In the 1960s, as a Harvard psychologist, he conducted groundbreaking research on psychedelics alongside Timothy Leary, Ralph Metzner, and Aldous Huxley. However, his journey didn’t stop there. After traveling to India and meeting his guru, Neem Karoli Baba, he became known as Ram Dass and dedicated his life to exploring consciousness, compassion, and service.

Ram Dass’ work laid the foundation for the integration of psychedelics and spirituality, reminding us that healing happens in the heart as much as the mind.

Learn more about Ram Dass using the link below!
https://www.ramdass.org/about-ram-dass/

To learn more about Grof® Breathwork facilitator training in Canada, follow Grof Psychedelic Training Academy
01/07/2025

To learn more about Grof® Breathwork facilitator training in Canada, follow Grof Psychedelic Training Academy

Join this FREE webinar to learn more about Grof Psychedelic Training Academy!
01/01/2025

Join this FREE webinar to learn more about Grof Psychedelic Training Academy!

Join us for a FREE webinar on January 4, 2025 with our lead instructor Neil Hanon! ✨

Learn more about our program, discover the origins and connect with current students for deeper insights. Visit our website to sign up for this valuable experience!
🔗 https://courses.grofpsychedelictrainingacademy.ca/products/live_events/GPTA-Information

A beautiful tribute to Stanislav Grof with a host of luminaries sharing their stories of Stan and how his work has influ...
11/07/2024

A beautiful tribute to Stanislav Grof with a host of luminaries sharing their stories of Stan and how his work has influenced their lives

Now more than ever.
11/07/2024

Now more than ever.

Upcoming Webinar!Hosted by the Grof Psychedelic Training Academy🗓 Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:...
10/31/2024

Upcoming Webinar!

Hosted by the Grof Psychedelic Training Academy
🗓 Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (America/Vancouver)

Join us for a transformative journey as we dive into the profound history of Grof Legacy Training International and Grof Psychedelic and Breathwork Training in Canada. This exclusive webinar is perfect for prospective students and deep divers ready to explore the range of certifications we offer, understand program costs, and envision their personal transformation journey with us.

What to Expect:
-Discover the origins of our program and the wealth of possibilities it presents
-Master the essential skills required for certification and career advancement.
-Uncover the investment required and the time commitment needed to excel in this program.
-Engage directly with current students for deeper program insights.

Meet Our Lead Instructor:
Neil Hanon, MD, FRCPC
Distinguished as the sole instructor in Canada accredited by Dr.'s Stanislav Grof and Brigitte Grof for Grof Legacy Training International

Unable to join us live? Register anyway, and we’ll ensure you receive the full recording of this insightful session, allowing you to explore our program at your convenience.

Take the first step in exploring a world of knowledge, growth, and transformation.

Register here:

Join me in this webinar to learn about our program's history, certification requirements, cost, and time commitment. Get all the info you need to make an informed decision about enrolling.

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