Did you know that breathwork can help you with all of these scenarios?
Understanding Breathwork
Breathwork involves practicing specific breathing techniques to enhance your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Breathwork is also a gateway to your autonomic nervous system (ANS) which allows you to intercept some of the automatic responses and take charge of how you are feeling. Think of breathwork as a tool that you can use to purposefully choose which state your nervous system is in rather than continually being at the mercy of your automatic responses. Let's take a closer look at the ANS to understand it's role.

The ANS is a vital component of the nervous system responsible for controlling involuntary body functions such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing. It operates automatically, without conscious effort, and is divided into two main branches: the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
Together, these systems maintain the body's internal balance, ensuring that vital processes run smoothly and efficiently. Understanding the ANS is key to comprehending how our bodies respond and adapt to different internal conditions and external environments.
Breathwork has the
power to shift us
from a state of mere survival to one of
thriving and feeling our best
​So How Can
Breathwork Help You?
​Breathwork bridges the gap between the conscious and unconscious parts of yourself. By practicing specific breathing techniques, you can practice listening to and connecting with your unconscious self. You can calm your nervous system, reduce stress, and enhance your emotional regulation. All of this helps you to better manage the signals your unconscious mind sends, allowing you to act in ways aligned with your conscious goals. Whether it's reducing anxiety, improving focus, or enhancing performance, breathwork provides a practical tool to achieve a balanced state of mind.
It's important to understand how the ANS is designed for our ultimate survival, but survival alone is not enough. We aspire to thrive, feel good, and connect with those around us. Breathwork has the power to shift us from a state of mere survival to one of thriving and feeling our best. By consciously and purposefully attending to our breathing and connecting with our unconscious processes, we can better understand our needs and achieve a balanced state of mind. This approach allows us to manage stress, improve focus, and enhance performance in alignment with our conscious goals.
Testimonials
I attended Melanie's breathwork and ice bath workshop, and it was just wonderful. Melanie created a peaceful and nurturing space to guide us through the breathwork, by the time we were ready for the ice bath we were so relaxed.
The lovely community of women encouraged each other during the ice bath and Melanie was right there, supporting and reassuring.
It felt great to do something out of my comfort zone and I felt amazing after the workshop. Thanks Melanie.
Jacqui Grant
Melanie Briony Services
Melanie runs breathwork classes and workshops at different times during the year.
Melanie is also available for 1:1 breathwork sessions for health and wellness and athletic performance.
Private Sessions
Melanie offers private, personalised breathwork sessions for individuals or small groups. Whether you're looking for a tailored experience or booking for a special event, each session is uniquely designed to meet your needs, helping you achieve relaxation, calm, and
inner connection.
Group Sessions
Experience the transformative power of breath in one of Melanie’s group workshops and events. Each session is thoughtfully designed to guide you through breathwork techniques that relax the mind, energise the body, and foster a deeper connection with yourself and those around you. Whether you're seeking stress relief, personal growth, or simply a moment to reset, these group experiences provide a welcoming space for all.
Breath & Ice Class
Curious about ice baths? Melanie’s breathwork and ice bath workshops combine the power
of breathwork with cold water immersion, helping you manage the cold more effectively.
In a safe and supportive space, you'll learn breath techniques to build resilience, calm the mind, and enhance your body’s ability
to embrace the invigorating benefits of cold therapy. Perfect for beginners, each session guides you through this transformative experience with care and confidence.
Meet your Instructor
Melanie Briony
Melanie Briony is a qualified and insured Breathwork Instructor who completed her breathwork training in Australia with Breathless Expeditions and Oxygen Advantage. She is also a certified Language of Breath, breathwork instructor, having completed her training with Jesse Coomer in the USA.
Melanie's breathwork training incorporates breathwork for self awareness, stress management, deeper sleep, managing menopause symptoms and improving athletic performance.
