The workshop provides an opportunity to learn and practise some Buteyko breathing techniques. The breathing techniques themselves are not physically demanding. In fact the majority of the programme is carried out sitting comfortably in a chair. The only equipment you will need is a watch or clock with a second hand*.

Morning

• The Buteyko Method: a holistic and complementary approach
• How breathing less can help to reduce symptoms
• Why breathe through your nose?
• Practise Buteyko exercises to clear your nose.

Coffee

• What is the evidence? Scientific and medical studies of the Buteyko Method
• Buteyko training reduces medication
• Practising Buteyko exercises: The Control pause and Reduced Breathing
• Practising a full Buteyko Breathing Set

Lunch

Afternoon

• Short video and discussion
• What causes over-breathing (or hyperventilation)?
• Techniques to control over-breathing: The Quick Fix and Stop-Cough exercise
• Questions & Feedback

Finish

* You may need to bring a packed lunch, please check with the course organiser.