Institute for Holotropics
Breathwork for deeper inner inquiry
The Institute for Holotropics brings together breathwork retreats, professional training and educational programs grounded in the original lineage of Holotropic Breathwork®. Its focus is the exploration of consciousness and the healing potential of non-ordinary states, with breath, psychological inquiry and embodied practice all part of the work. Rather than operating from one retreat campus, the institute holds events at venues around the United States; Novato is its listed home base, and each event has its own location details. Sharanya is named among the guides. The emphasis is on direct experience, learning in community and developing trust in one’s own inner process. Programs are paid, with listed pricing starting at USD 390. If you are considering a retreat, check the individual event details carefully: venue, format and practical arrangements can differ from one gathering to the next.
Highlights
- Programs rooted in the original lineage of Holotropic Breathwork®
- Professional trainings alongside retreats and educational resources
- Sharanya named among the institute’s guides
- Events hosted at venues around the United States
Good for
Setting
Novato is the institute’s listed base, but retreats and trainings take place at a range of venues around the United States. Expect the setting and facilities to depend on the specific event rather than on a single permanent retreat campus.
The practice
Holotropic Breathwork uses breath and embodied experience as a way to explore non-ordinary states of consciousness. The institute describes its approach as bringing breath, psyche and body into the process, with attention to personal insight and inner authority. Programs are rooted in the original lineage of the practice; check the event description for the format and guidance offered.
A typical day
Daily structure varies by retreat or training, and the event format determines the rhythm of sessions and breaks. Check the individual event details for a day-by-day schedule.
Accommodation
Lodging is not described as a standard feature of the institute. Accommodation depends on the event venue, so check the individual listing before making travel plans.
What to bring
For breath-centered practice, comfortable clothing and layers are sensible choices. Novato averages 14.4°C annually, with cooler, wetter months from November through February and warmer, drier months in summer; check the event location and forecast before packing.
How to get there
Events take place at different venues around the United States, so use the address in the individual event listing rather than assuming the Novato address is the retreat site.
Nearest airport: Buchanan Field (CCR) (47 km)
Buchanan Field (CCR), near Concord, is approximately 47 km from the center’s listed location. Arrange ground transport based on the specific event venue, as events may take place elsewhere.
Nearest city: Concord
Check the individual event listing for its venue and contact the organizer for reservation details.
Programs are paid, with listed prices starting at USD 390. Confirm the price for the specific retreat or training before booking.
Climate
Climate Zone: Temperate
Best Months: Jun, Jul, Aug
Avoid: Feb, Dec, Nov
Novato has an annual average temperature of 14.4°C. July through September are warmest and June through August are driest, while November through February tend to be wetter and cooler; event conditions will vary because venues are spread across the United States.
Location
Frequently asked questions
Do all retreats take place at the Novato address?
No. Events are held at venues around the United States, and each event listing gives its own location details.
Can beginners attend an Institute for Holotropics retreat?
The institute offers retreats as well as professional training, but entry requirements can vary by event. Check the specific event description before booking.
How do I book a place?
Use the individual event listing to find the venue and ask the organizer how to reserve.
What should I expect during a typical day?
The daily rhythm depends on the particular retreat or training. Look to the event listing for its schedule and practical details.
Are meals or accommodation included?
These arrangements depend on the event venue. Ask the event organizer about meals and lodging before making plans.
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