5-Day Holotropic Breathwork Retreat for Inner Healing in Bengaluru, India

Holotropic Breathwork® is a method of self-exploration that uses accelerated breathing, evocative music, and focused bodywork to access non-ordinary states of consciousness. Developed by Stanislav Grof, it's been used for decades to address emotional and psychological issues that often resist traditional talk therapy. This retreat in Bengaluru is one of the few places in Asia where you can experience this modality with a certified facilitator of this calibre.

Fr. K.C. Thomas has been leading breathwork workshops for over 12 years, with more than 200 workshops and over 5,000 participants to his name. His background is a blend of academic rigor and deep experiential wisdom: he holds a Master's in Philosophy and a Diploma in Integral Counseling Psychology, and he's been part of Government of India-funded research on breathwork. This isn't a fly-by-night workshop; it's a serious, well-grounded practice led by someone who knows it inside out.

The retreat is held at St. Andre Home, a private estate on the outskirts of Bengaluru. The 22-acre property is yours alone for the duration—no other guests, no events, just the sound of birds and the rustle of leaves. The days are structured around your nervous system: morning breathwork, lunch, rest, afternoon breathwork, tea, and an evening sharing circle where participants often speak truths they've never voiced before. Sunday brings a closing dance ritual that helps integrate the experience.

This is not a passive retreat. It requires a willingness to go deep and to sit with whatever arises. But the structure is supportive, the facilitators are experienced, and the community that forms is often cited by participants as one of the most valuable parts of the experience. Whether you're a seasoned breather or a complete beginner, this retreat offers a grounded, effective path to emotional release and self-discovery.

What's included

- 4 nights accommodation - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Water, tea, coffee served throughout the day - Breathwork sessions - Evocative music - Mandala drawing - Pre and post retreat support from our team - Luggage storage - Parking - Wifi connection

What's not included

- Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Fascia Release Massage - Additional treatments - Transport costs to and fro retreat centre