Breath of Life

(beginner, intermediate and advanced)

“Breathing is the flow of the divine,
Where the rhythms of life turn into each other-
The eternal exchange.

Pour one breath into the other,
Outbreath into the inbreath
Into the outbreath.

Awaken to equanimity,
At peace in the play of opposites.”
— Lorin Roche (The Radiance Sutras)

What makes this body alive and living is in the breath. Our breath is in constant communication with all the cells and systems of our body. Every moment of every day; this rhythm of life unites the infinite (the breather and breath) with the finite (body). It is the vehicle on which our sound travels and our body moves.

Our lives are a clear mirror of this rhythmic breathing life force. From birth, this force is what is directing our every movement and sound. However, for most of us from an early age, we are encouraged to control our feelings and emotions. When we do this, we cause our muscles to tighten and our breathing pattern to become restricted, disturbing the natural rhythm. By learning how to connect to your breath and encourage its natural rhythms consciously, you will bring harmony to your body, mind and life.

The Breath of Life workshop is an experiential 3-hour session. It is for singers, performers, public speakers, communicators and those who want to gain and strengthen their relationship with their breath, life, art and craft. This workshop is for you to explore your NATURAL breath and life force.

The exercises given will allow you to drop deeply into the softness of your skin. To observe how your body is breathing. So you can slowly and steadily cultivate a relationship with your breather and inspiration — guided on a journey through the anatomy of the breathing mechanism from the diaphragm to the abdomen, the pelvic floor, as well as simple guided meditations on the breath and gentle sounding.

Once you understand the mechanism and function, you can begin to work with your breath in an increasingly meaningful way.

All levels, bodies, and backgrounds are welcome in the space.

Benefits of this workshop include:

  • Deep relaxation

  • Pain management

  • A deeper sleep

  • The expression of a ‘freer’ voice

  • Honest communication

  • Reduction of stress and anxiety

  • A calm emotional state

  • Able to meet resistance and tension with kindness

  • Increased energy and a sense of well-being

  • Improved internal organ health

~ Current Breath of Life workshops 2022

Northcote Workshops

Dates and Times:

- Saturday, May 23, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (COVID-19 cancelled)

- Saturday, August 22, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (COVID-19 cancelled)

- Saturday, November 14, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (COVID-19 cancelled)

Where: Jacinta’s Studio, Northcote, VIC 3070

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~ Others’ experiences

“In 2012, I started going to Jacinta for vocal and performance coaching. She’s taught me about and made me more aware of diaphragmatic breathing and singing/talking/laughing as a whole body/breath experience. In her music studio, she had a wall covered with photos and other memorabilia. On one of the pieces of paper tacked to the wall was written one word: “LOVE”. During the breathing exercises and scales, my eye always seemed to settle on this one piece of paper with its secret message. One day, I asked Jacinta what that was all about. At least I think I did. However, it might have just come up in conversation.

Jacinta has taught me to become aware that our intention always shows up in the result of your work. So, if our purpose is ego-ridden or fear-based, the result will also be ego-ridden and produce fear. She told me that the most manifest intentions are those based on the energy of love and that love is the most powerful energy on earth. From personal experience and expanding awareness, I have to say that I agree.

I write, and I perform because this is work that teaches me to observe honour, respect and practice LOVE.”
— Fadzai Jaravaza

~ Investment fees

3-hour workshop

$40 early bird price for the first five people who book / $50 full price

A limited booking capacity for 10 participants. Book your place now!

~ Extra offerings

 

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