Explore True Expression: Movement, Voice Activation & Breathwork to liberate your heart

An immersive workshop designed to guide you out of the limitations of the thinking mind and into a state of embodied flow and harmony through movement, voice activation, and breathwork. The journey begins with the physical form. We flow through a hybrid of Qigong, guided movement and freeform ‘anything-goes’ ecstatic dance. We awaken the body, release tension, and shift energy, allowing a natural sense of joy and vitality to emerge, Perhaps this is a familiar space, perhaps we meet an edge of ‘being seen’ or ‘being allowed to be’. Next, we explore the power of our voice as tools for self-expression and release. In a playful, supportive group environment, we experiment with sound using the five vowel tones—exploring volume, rhythm, and texture without attachment to how it ‘should’ sound. This practice helps unlock the voice, encouraging a sense of courage, creativity, and freedom as we step beyond words and into pure expression. The journey then deepens with Conscious Connected Breathwork, a gentle yet powerful technique that supports relaxation, emotional release, and profound inner clarity. Guided to a curated playlist, this breathwork allows you to move beyond thought and into deep presence. In this state of altered conscience we nurture self acceptance, fresh perspective on stuck emotions, forgiveness, spacious self compassion. A sharing circle opens and closes the workshop, as we co-create a safe space for growth, expansion and simply ‘being’. This is an invitation to connect with yourself in new and expansive ways—through movement, sound, and breath. Whether you're looking to energize, release, or simply explore a deeper state of being, this is a space for transformation, presence, and self-discovery. THINGS TO BRING -Clothes you can move in, -Yoga matt, -Sheepskin/Blanket x 2 (one to lay on, one to cover you), -Water, -a pillow, -Eyemask (optional) -A journal, to write down any reflections and insights that may come through. Venue: The Round Tower, Black Swan Arts, Frome Date of event: Thursday 9th October. Time: 10.00-12.00pm Cost: £15.00 No of places: 8 We never want cost to prevent anyone attending our events so please reach out if you require a subsidised ticket HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS While breathwork can benefit many individuals, there are certain conditions where caution or avoidance may be necessary. Please be aware that the following conditions are contraindicated for Conscious Connected Breathing: - History of seizures or epilepsy. - First Trimester of Pregnancy. - Detached retina or any eye condition which can be adversely affected by changes in internal pressure. - Psychotic episodes. It is also important for us to discuss: - Uncontrolled hypertension. - Angina / Cardiovascular disease. - High blood pressure - Heart attack / stroke - Arrythmia ABOUT YOUR FACILITATOR: Vaughan is a trained breathwork, yoga, mindfulness, embodiment and wellbeing facilitator. Having worked in media production for over 20 years before following his passion for wellbeing, he is fully aware of the pressures of a busy life, and his work is guided by tools he continues to use to help navigate his own mental and emotional wellbeing. He strives to create spaces and experiences that allow people to thrive rather than simply survive. Trained in level two Non-Violent Communication (NVC), motivational interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Vaughan has also worked with people with alcohol and substance use issues, facilitating groups and offering 1:1 support. He is training in Embodied Resilience Mastery as he deepens his capacity to support clients through trauma and challenging emotions. Vaughan's work explores a hybrid of cognitive, somatic and energetic work to find balance and flow in everyday life. Places are limited - I suggest booking early! https://www.wildheartwellbeing.co.uk/wildheart-wellbeing-week/thursday-morning-breathwork-vaughan This workshop is shared as part of the Wildheart Wellbeing Collective 's monthly Wellbeing Week, running October 13 - 19th. This is a place where mindfulness, creativity, and connection come together Join us for a workshop, talk, ceremony or mindful moment. We meet for one week each month in the heart of Frome. For more info on the amazing workshops and activities visit: https://www.wildheartwellbeing.co.uk/wildheart-wellbeing-week