REGULATE
YOUR
NERVOUS
SYSTEM
Why breathwork?
Breathwork is an ancient self-healing, self-regulation and self-exploration technique that originated in Eastern culture. Your own breath is one of the most powerful tools in your arsenal - you owe it to yourself to master this gift!
Emotional Processing
Breathwork is an amazing practice for helping you process difficult emotions and release trauma and grief. Over time, you will find balance and joy naturally returning to your life.
Executive Function
If you struggle to find enough hours in the day, or have trouble getting the basics done, breathwork can be a strengthening practice that improves your life. You will find that over time, you can simply focus better and do more, more effectively.
Nervous System Regulation
The world we live in is unkind to the human nervous system, and daily stressors can force us into involuntary fight-or-flight responses. Breathwork is one of the strongest ways to improve your vagal nerve health.
Mindfulness
Breathwork is an amazing alternative if you struggle with focus during normal meditation. It can also help If you have trouble finding that moment of pause when you need it in your daily life.
Stress Management
We all carry our emotions around with us every day in our bodies, and stress is strongly linked to both mental and physical illness. Breathwork provides an intense somatic stress release that helps you weather the day-to-day storms.
Health and Vitality
Breathwork has been studied as a treatment for almost every health condition you can imagine - and it's highly beneficial for almost all of them. If you're looking for a starting point in your health journey, look no further!
Event Series
Arcade Sound + Breath Series
Free!
Join us for a series of sound and breath adventures at the historic Arcade Building in downtown St. Louis! All events in this series are FREE for Arcade residents and their guests. There is a small outside guest list for these events – please RSVP and arrive promptly, no late arrivals will be admitted! (It’s a logistical thing.)
Candlelight Sound Bath
Saturday 5/26 at 6pm
Community Breathwork
Second Sundays @ 10am starting June 9
Saturday 6/1 - 4pm
St. Louis Pagan Picnic - Shamanic Journeying through Breathwork
Free event!
In this workshop, we’ll use activated breathwork as a tool to connect with our inner sage and our personal guides. You’ll be led by the rhythmic beat of handheld drums into an altered state of consciousness where you can connect to your guides for advice and widsom.
Tuesday 6/4 - 7pm
Midsummer Breathwork + Mandala Workshop
$40
Midsummer is nearly upon us! As we draw close to the longest day of the year, we’ll celebrate this season of healing and good fortune with a drum-led breathwork journey and mandala drawing.
You’ll be led through your breathwork journey with live shamanic drumming and guided visualization to help you achieve altered states of consciousness and deeper levels of self-awareness. This is consistently a very powerful experience for participants! Drawing paper and art supplies will be provided – but feel free to bring your own from home if you have preferences.
Saturday 5/4 - 7-9pm
Candlelight Breathwork Jam - Lilith Fair edition
$20
In this monthly breathwork series, we’ll explore different eras of music history as we unwind from our daily stresses and bond with friends old and new. This month, we’ll revisit some favorites from female-fueled ’90s alternative rock ‘n’ roll. Dress extra comfy and bring all your favorite comfort items from home – this downtempo, candlelit class will leave you feeling relaxed and restored!
St. Louis Science Center
Celestial Breath: A Night of Sound Healing + Breathwork
$65
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Shamanic Sound Healing and Breathwork at James S. McDonnell Planetarium on Saturday, March 5, as the celestial sounds guide you on a transformative journey within this immersive setting. Experience deep relaxation, spiritual connection, and inner healing in this unique and powerful event.
More Upcoming Classes
Breathwork + Sound Bath | La Gasolina w/ Aria Thomé | February 25 @ 10:30am, $30 | Tickets
Shamanic Sound + Breathwork | Rootbound w/ Aria Thomé | March 5 @ 6:30pm, $30 | Tickets
Shamanic Drumming + Breathwork | Shanti Yoga w/ Aria Thomé | March 17 @ 2pm, $45 drop in | Tickets
Breathwork Pajama Party – Lilith Fair Edition | Carondelet Yoga | April 6 | Tickets coming soon!
Visit the 1:1 Breathwork Studio
Ready to take a deep dive into your own psyche? I am available to guide you on a safe, meditative psychedelic breathwork experience in my downtown St. Louis office. You will leave your session emotionally open and ready to process hidden emotions and move forward with purpose. One-on-one sessions combine breathwork, guided meditation and art therapy for a journey that’s part inner work and part play.