The Unlocked State

Meet your next level through science, movement and Owaken Breathwork.
Unlocking more clarity, confidence and self-trust.

Saturday 26 September | 11:30am-4:30pm | $197pp

Held at Studio18 | 15 Fairway Avenue, Mount Maunganui

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You cannot think your way into self-trust. You have to feel safe enough in your body to hold it.

Most people think limiting beliefs, self-doubt, and the fear of playing big are "mind problems" that require positive thinking or pushing harder to fix.

In reality, every limiting belief is a nervous system defense mechanism.

When you try to step into a bigger vision for your life, whether that is launching a project, deepening a relationship, honouring your intuition, or stepping into your creative power, your nervous system registers the unknown as unsafe. To protect you, it activates old patterns: procrastination, playing small, impostor syndrome, or feeling completely overwhelmed.

That isn't a flaw in your mindset. It is your body doing its job to keep you safe in what is familiar.

This retreat is built on a simple truth: real transformation doesn't happen by forcing your mind to change. It happens when you give your physical body the felt experience of safety. When your nervous system learns that change, visibility, and success are safe, the resistance simply dissolves.

A Soft Landing Space for Wherever You’re At

This afternoon is designed to be a luxurious, inspiring, and transformative experience. You don't need to overthink it, analyze anything, or perform - your only job is to arrive, move, and breathe. Whether you are here to move through pent-up stress, unlock your next wave of creativity, or give your system a powerful somatic reset, you are warmly invited to come exactly as you are. Together, we are creating a space to shed old patterns, step into self-trust, and expand into what's next, surrounded by a supportive community walking the exact same path.

A gentle note: The breathwork journey itself will be an emotional release practice. People may cry, move, or express as things begin to shift. Music will be playing throughout the journey. If you’re sensitive to sound, you’re welcome to bring earplugs (Loop works beautifully).

Retreat Details & What to Bring

Food & Nourishment:

We will serve ceremonial cacao, alongside yummy snacks throughout the afternoon. Because breathwork is best experienced on a light stomach, please enjoy a nourishing brunch before arriving at 11:30am.

What the Studio Provides:

Yoga mats, bolsters, and cozy blankets will be ready for you upon arrival.

What to Bring:

  • A full water bottle (refill station available)

  • Your journal and a pen

  • A small cushion or pillow for your head

  • Extra warm layers or a favourite blanket for comfort

  • Optional: Eye mask, lip balm, extra tissues

The Experience

We have curated a generous 5-hour rhythm that gently prepares your body for deep breathwork, giving you plenty of time to ground and integrate before heading home.

  • Opening Circle & Connection
    Arrive, settle in, and connect with a like-minded community in an intimate, welcoming environment.

  • Slow Yoga Flow
    A gentle heart-opening movement practice to tune into your physical body and build awareness around the importance of breath while you move.

  • The Science & Mechanics of Breathwork
    An engaging dive into how breathwork regulates the nervous system, rewires protective patterns, and opens up state change, giving your mind full permission to let go.

  • Cacao Ceremony & Guided Meditation
    A warm cup of ceremonial cacao paired with quiet reflection to anchor your personal intentions for the journey ahead.

  • The Owaken Breathwork Journey
    Our core session consisting of 40 minutes of active circular breathing followed by 20 minutes of deep restorative integration.

  • Integration, Journaling & Grounding
    Guided reflection and shares to help translate your physical breakthroughs into long-term self-trust.

  • (Generous rest and bathroom breaks are woven throughout the schedule so you never feel rushed).

Led by Three Certified Owaken Breathwork Facilitators

We are three facilitators united by the exact same trauma-informed Owaken Breathwork training, bringing a shared standard of safety, depth, and genuine care to the room.

Instead of a cookie-cutter experience, we combine that solid foundation with our own unique superpowers:

  • Kate Irvine: Brings her coaching background to demystify the science behind breathwork and nervous system regulation. She makes the mechanics crystal clear, giving your mind the exact permission it needs to let go and integrate the work into daily life. She is Local to Tauranga and you can follow her on Instagram HERE

  • Giulia & Wessel: Weave in their deep background in yoga and meditation, and years of lived experience with energy work and inner healing. They bring a grounded, intuitive approach to help you drop into your body and connect back to your own inner truth. Coming from the Hibiscus Coast in Auckland, you can follow them on Instagram HERE

Together, all three of us will be in the room actively facilitating your journey. You get a rare multi-facilitator setup where you are fully held, supported, and looked after every step of the way.

Giulia

Kate

Wessel

Health-check

We want everyone attending to have a safe and beneficial experience, so let’s make sure that Breathwork is suitable for you before you purchase a ticket.

There are some contraindications to activated Breathwork. If any of the following applies to you, an activated Breathwork Journey may not be advisable for you, a 1:1 session might be more suitable, or it might be that we just need awareness around your specific needs.

Please consult a doctor if you are not sure, or email us at connect@thespacewithin.co.nz

  • Not recommended if you are Pregnant.

  • Not recommended for individuals with a personal history of epilepsy, seizures, severe heart conditions, high blood pressure, aneurysms, glaucoma, retinal detachment, recent physical injuries or recent surgery particularly involving the brain, mouth, teeth, nose, throat, thyroid, immune system, lymphatic system, lungs, chest, ribs, spine, neck and/or reproductive organs.

  • Not suitable for individuals with a personal history of serious mental illness, personality disorders, hospitalisation for any psychiatric condition or emotional crisis, suicidality, psychosis or a current drug/alcohol addiction.

Parking & Location:

Studio18 Health Club is located inside the Mount Maunganui Golf Club building at 15 Fairway Avenue, Mount Maunganui.

Arrival & Main Entrance:

Turn off Fairway Avenue into the main entrance driveway. Park in the main car park directly in front of the building. Please enter through the front main entrance door marked for Studio18 / Golf Club Reception, where you will be directed straight to the studio space. You do not need to access or walk through the golf course itself.

Please note: No refunds are issued if unable to attend** (you can on-sell your ticket to someone else for this specific event only)

Group Breathwork Event Reviews

  • Powerful Breakthrough

    I absolutely loved the breathwork event hosted by this lovely team. The environment was cosy and inviting, and the hosts were warm and welcoming. The facilitation was great and I was able to have a powerful breakthrough and absolutely ‘let loose’ because of the safety I felt in the space. I loved that the hosts were also able to walk around and offer one on one support and energy work on those of us that needed that extra awhi. Thank you guys! I’ll be back for more.

    Diksha

  • Honest and supportive Group Connection

    Thank you for holding such a supportive and caring space during our breathwork group sessions. Lots of release, growth and honest discussions. It's what we all need more of! Appreciate you guys 🙏

    Nick

  • A moving and restorative experience

    I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the entire team and everyone in the group for such a powerful and meaningful breathwork session. The openness, trust, and willingness to be present that each person brought created a truly special environment.

    The space that was held felt safe, supportive, and deeply respectful, allowing for vulnerability and genuine connection. It was clear that a great deal of care and intention went into creating this experience, and it made all the difference.

    The facilitating team worked beautifully together - there was a real sense of cohesion, professionalism, and empathy throughout. Their guidance felt grounded and compassionate, helping to gently support everyone through the process.

    Thank for creating such a moving and restorative experience. I leave this session feeling grateful, uplifted, and more connected. I very much look forward to participating in another session in the future.

    Kat

  • Deeply Meaningful Group Experience

    Thank you so much for the experience and for the space you created with such care, and love.

    This journey felt safe and supportive - being held was truly special for me. I felt your presence deeply throughout the session, walking right beside me, guiding me through each breath.

    Please know that the experience was very meaningful to me. I truly felt the love, care, and dedication you both bring into the space and the way you gently guide each person through their journey.

    I’ll absolutely do my best to join any future events you host!

    Claudia

  • I felt completely supported to let go

    Wow !! I wasn’t sure quite what to expect but had been super interested in breathwork. It was an amazing event and brought up something that I wasn’t even aware was there as an issue.

    I received inner clarity and understanding on this issue during my breathwork session. The whole process was fully explained before we started and I felt completely supported to let go and explore.

    The emotional release I experienced was followed by a deep sense of peace and understanding. I would highly recommend anyone who is thinking about trying breathwork to join, you won’t be disappointed, it’s a great way to have release, clarity and a deep connection to your mind, body and soul.

    Paula