Power of the Breath - Peru Retreat 2027
Seven days in the Andes Mountains combining breathwork, movement, and one of the world's great treks. This is not a passive retreat. It's a full experience.
Physical, mental, and deeply personal.
Facilitated by Dean Gladstone and Katy from The Yoga Pod Sydney.
DATES: 7 - 14 May 2027
LOCATION: Andes Mountains, Peru
PRICE: From AUD $2,500 per person
The Power of the Breath Peru Retreat brings together guided breathwork and the legendary 5-day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu. Designed for people who want personal growth, connection, and real adventure, not just a holiday.
Dean and Katy lead the breathwork experience throughout the journey, combining the Power of the Breath method with movement, nature, and the kind of perspective shift that only comes from doing something hard in a beautiful place.
What's included
Qualified breathwork instructors and movement specialists
Local breakfast and dinner prepared by a chef for 7 nights
Cusco hotel accommodation and luxury camping
Double or twin share rooms
Power of the Breath guided breathwork experience
4-night, 5-day Salkantay Trek
Trekking poles and sleeping bags
Optional add-ons
Recovery massage in Cusco
Excursion to Cusco Football Stadium for a Peru Premier League match
Yoga in San Blas
Not included
International flights to Cusco
Trekking clothing
Travel insurance
Places are limited. To secure your spot: Book directly through The Yoga Pod by clicking below
Or contact: katy@theyogapod.sydney / dean@deanogladstone.com
Peru Breathwork and Trek Experience 2026
Peru Breathwork and Trek Experience 2026
Transform your mind and body with our exclusive 8-day Peru Breathwork and Trek Experience from May 1st to May 8th, 2026.
Embark on a journey through the Andes Mountains, guided by expert breathwork instructors and movement specialists, Deano and Katy, from Power of the Breath.
Adventure Package Includes:
Power of the Breath Breathwork Experience/Training
Chef-prepared meals with locally sourced ingredients.
Accommodation in Cusco - hotel and luxury camping (double/twin share).
A guided 4 night/5 day trek over the breathtaking Salkantay Trail (4605m).
Recovery Massage in Cusco.
Pricing:
$2100 AUD Twin Share All Inclusive (Earlybird: Save $100 if booked by August 1st)
$700 deposit required upon booking. Outstanding final payment will be discussed.
Secure your place today on this transformational journey, by booking below!
Breath, Nature, Mucho WOW
Transform your mind and body with our exclusive 8-day Peru Breathwork and Trek Experience from May 1st to May 8th, 2026.
Embark on a journey through the Andes Mountains, guided by expert breathwork instructors and movement specialists, Deano and Katy, from Power of the Breath.
Adventure Package Includes:
Power of the Breath Breathwork Experience/Training
Chef-prepared meals with locally sourced ingredients.
Accommodation in Cusco - hotel and luxury camping (double/twin share).
A guided 4 night/5 day trek over the breathtaking Salkantay Trail (4605m).
Recovery Massage in Cusco.
Price: AUD $2100 Twin Share All Inclusive (Earlybird: Save $100 if booked by August 1st)
$700 deposit required upon booking. Outstanding final payment will be discussed.
Secure your place today on this transformational journey, by booking below!
If you have any questions, or would like to discuss the trip and itinerary in more detail before booking, please feel free to reach out to Deano or Katy Directly.
If you have any questions, or would like to discuss the trip and itinerary in more detail before booking, please feel free to reach out to Deano or Katy Directly.
Oxygen Advantage Course | 18th and 19th of April 2026
The next Instructor Training course is in April 18th and 19th, 2026
It is a 2-Day Intensive OA Advanced Instructor Training.
Live in Person with Deano Gladstone
AUD $1,799 full price
$500 deposit required to secure your place
Register now by clicking add to cart!
Topics taught during the training:
Introduction to Oxygen Advantage
Screening for breathing pattern disorders in sports
The relationship between breathing patterns and functional movement Science of respiratory physiology
Practical application of OA
Increasing oxygen uptake during rest and physical exercise Nose breathing
Nasal breathing during physical exercise
Nasal breathing workload during physical exercise Exercise-induced asthma
Addressing Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB) Improving sleep quality for focus and performance Practical application of OA
BOLT (comfortable breath-hold time) measurement Maximum Breathlessness Test (MBT)
Intermittent hypoxic hypercapnic training (IHHT) IHHT and team sports
Practical application of OA
Delay the Onset of Lactic Acid and Fatigue Long-term effects of breath-holding Increase aerobic capacity
Practical application of OA
Pre-competition preparation
Oxygen Advantage® and the Wim Hof Method Increased Creativity
Program based on BOLT score, age and state of health Tailoring exercises to individual athletes
Nasal obstruction resulting in strong air hunger Training format week one to week four onward
Heart rate variability Weightlifting Intra-abdominal pressure Core control
Improve respiratory muscle strength Teaching the Oxygen Advantage
Get in the Zone with Atomic Focus
Breathing Exercises taught:
1. Get in the zone
2. Clear your head
3. Deep sleep
4. Feel calm but focused
5. Give your brain an oxygen boost — Breathe Light
6. Breathe Light using SportsMask
7. Activate your relaxation response — Breathe Slow
8. Calm your body and mind — Breathe Deep
9. When stress strikes — mind recovery on tap
10. When you’re highly stressed — Breathing Recovery, Sitting
11. For repetitive, negative thinking — Breathing Recovery, Walking
12. A quick refresher — get a dose of oxygen when you need it
13. Flow for public speaking/peak performance states
14. Get out of your head
15. Preparing for competition
16. Breathing for running
17. Morning wake-up
18. For irregular everyday breathing
Please email Dean if you have questions or want to line up a call.
Terms and conditions:
Please be sure when you enroll in the course as all sales are final and no refunds will be issued
Power of the Breath Workshop | Launceston
Join Bondi Rescue’s Deano Gladstone and Katy Graczer from Power of The Breath for this exclusive workshop
What to expect:
Learn how to breathe optimally and why. Tips to support good sleep, good health and reduce anxiety
Controlled superventilation experience - get high on your own supply
Guided cold plunge
This live event will be held at:
Method + Action, Launceston
49 Vincent Street
The Reset - 10 Week reset for body, mind and momentum
Breathe. Sweat. Freeze. Reset
The Reset is where nervous system regulation meets real-life change.
Dean and Ian combine breathwork, sauna and ice bath with a unique framework for clarity, habits and connection. So you don’t just feel better on the day, you build momentum you can take back into your life.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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One Session every 2 weeks; created for real life integration
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Reset your nervous system, so you can find clarity and go deeper
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Learn how to use your breath to reset your mind and body
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Simple structure for habits, relationships, purpose and follow-through
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Accountability between sessions. No ego. Just progress
Breathe. Sweat. Freeze. Reset
The Reset is where nervous system regulation meets real-life change. Dean and Ian combine breathwork, sauna and ice bath with a unique framework for clarity, habits and connection. So you don’t just feel better on the day, you build momentum you can take back into your life.
PRORGAM HIGHLIGHTS
5 Pillars Framework (Willo)
Simple structure for habits, relation- ships, purpose and follow-through.
Growth Buddy Support
Accountability between sessions.
5 sessions (90 min) over 10 weeks
One session every 2 weeks; created for real life integration.
Sauna + Ice Bath
Reset your nervous system, so you can find clarity and go deeper.
Breathwork (Deano)
Learn how to use your breath to reset your mind and body.
No ego. Just progress.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Deano Gladstone
Breathwork & Nervous System Regulation Expert
Ian “Willo” Williams
Men’s Fulfilment and Wellbeing Coach
F.A.Q
Where is this held?
The location and time for meeting will be supplied upon registration
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Dean at dean@deanogladstone.com
Contrast Therapy and Coach Course | Sunday 30 November
Contrast Therapy Coach & Ice Bath Facilitator Training
with Dean Gladstone & Katy Graczer
Join the Power of the Breath Contrast Coach Training, a comprehensive, IHPM-accredited program that certifies you as both an Ice Bath Facilitator and a Contrast Therapy Coach.
This much-requested training delivers another internationally recognised accreditation in Cold Exposure Practical and Theoretical Training - now expanded to include the science and practice of sauna, hot hydrotherapy, and heat therapy.
You’ll learn to guide others through the full thermal spectrum — fire and ice — with a deep understanding of the benefits and contraindications of both. Our focus is always on ensuring physical and emotional safety, while tailoring each experience to the needs of every individual.
🌊🔥 Why Contrast Therapy?
Since our first ice bath in 2014, we’ve helped over 15,000 people transform their health and resilience through cold exposure. But contrast therapy is more than cold alone - it’s the dynamic interplay of hot and cold that creates a profound impact on:
🔄 Nervous system regulation
💪 Stress adaptation & recovery
🧠 Mental clarity & resilience
❤️ Cardiovascular health & circulation
🌟 Personal growth & empowerment
🎓 What You’ll Gain
By the end of this training, you’ll graduate with:
✅ A dual certification in Cold Water Therapy & Contrast Therapy Coaching
✅ Practical skills to facilitate safe, impactful ice bath and sauna sessions
✅ A scientific framework backed by international standards
✅ The ability to assess individual needs and design safe, tailored programs that align with each client’s goals and outcomes
✅ The confidence to deliver powerful, unforgettable thermal therapy experiences
This training is not just about mastering the cold - it’s about unlocking the transformative potential of contrast therapy and harnessing the power of both fire and ice.
Become a Certified Contrast Therapy Coach & Ice Bath Instructor
Bronte, Sydney – Sunday 30th November
12PM-5PM
Join the Power of the Breath Instructor Training with Dean Gladstone and Katy Graczer. A comprehensive, IHPM-accredited course designed to certify you as a Contrast Therapy Coach and Ice Bath Facilitator.
This groundbreaking program delivers The International Comprehensive Accreditation for Cold Exposure Practical and Theoretical Training - the first of its kind in Australia and New Zealand. Alongside Cold Water Therapy, this course also incorporates Sauna and Heat Therapy, preparing you to confidently guide others in both ends of the thermal spectrum.
Why This Training?
Since my first ice bath in 2014, I’ve helped over 10,000 people transform their health and resilience through cold exposure. Today, this course is about more than just cold. It’s about understanding and teaching contrast therapy as a powerful tool for nervous system regulation, stress adaptation, and personal growth.
You’ll walk away with a toolkit of practical techniques and proven frameworks to guide others through safe, impactful, and unforgettable contrast therapy experiences.
Womens Sauna and Ice Wednesday | 26th of November 2025
Wednesday 26th of November at 5:30pm - 7pm
47 Read Street, Bronte NSW 2024
Womens Sauna and Ice Wednesday | 19th of November 2025
Wednesday 19th of November at 5:30pm - 7pm
47 Read Street, Bronte NSW 2024
Womens Sauna and Ice Wednesday | 12th of November 2025
Wednesday 12th of November at 5:30pm - 7pm
47 Read Street, Bronte NSW 2024
Womens Sauna and Ice Wednesday | 5th of November 2025
Wednesday 5th of November at 5:30pm - 7pm
47 Read Street, Bronte NSW 2024
Womens Sauna and Ice Wednesday | 29th of October 2025
Wednesday 29th of October at 5:30pm - 7pm
47 Read Street, Bronte NSW 2024
Womens Sauna and Ice Wednesday | 22nd of October 2025
Wednesday 22nd of October at 5:30pm - 7pm
47 Read Street, Bronte NSW 2024
Contrast Therapy and Coach Course | Sunday 21st September 2025
Contrast Therapy Coach & Ice Bath Facilitator Training
with Dean Gladstone & Katy Graczer
Join the Power of the Breath Contrast Coach Training, a comprehensive, IHPM-accredited program that certifies you as both an Ice Bath Facilitator and a Contrast Therapy Coach.
This much-requested training delivers another internationally recognised accreditation in Cold Exposure Practical and Theoretical Training - now expanded to include the science and practice of sauna, hot hydrotherapy, and heat therapy.
You’ll learn to guide others through the full thermal spectrum — fire and ice — with a deep understanding of the benefits and contraindications of both. Our focus is always on ensuring physical and emotional safety, while tailoring each experience to the needs of every individual.
🌊🔥 Why Contrast Therapy?
Since our first ice bath in 2014, we’ve helped over 15,000 people transform their health and resilience through cold exposure. But contrast therapy is more than cold alone - it’s the dynamic interplay of hot and cold that creates a profound impact on:
🔄 Nervous system regulation
💪 Stress adaptation & recovery
🧠 Mental clarity & resilience
❤️ Cardiovascular health & circulation
🌟 Personal growth & empowerment
🎓 What You’ll Gain
By the end of this training, you’ll graduate with:
✅ A dual certification in Cold Water Therapy & Contrast Therapy Coaching
✅ Practical skills to facilitate safe, impactful ice bath and sauna sessions
✅ A scientific framework backed by international standards
✅ The ability to assess individual needs and design safe, tailored programs that align with each client’s goals and outcomes
✅ The confidence to deliver powerful, unforgettable thermal therapy experiences
This training is not just about mastering the cold - it’s about unlocking the transformative potential of contrast therapy and harnessing the power of both fire and ice.
Become a Certified Contrast Therapy Coach & Ice Bath Instructor
Bronte, Sydney – Sunday 21st September
12PM-5PM
Join the Power of the Breath Instructor Training with Dean Gladstone and Katy Graczer. A comprehensive, IHPM-accredited course designed to certify you as a Contrast Therapy Coach and Ice Bath Facilitator.
This groundbreaking program delivers The International Comprehensive Accreditation for Cold Exposure Practical and Theoretical Training - the first of its kind in Australia and New Zealand. Alongside Cold Water Therapy, this course also incorporates Sauna and Heat Therapy, preparing you to confidently guide others in both ends of the thermal spectrum.
Why This Training?
Since my first ice bath in 2014, I’ve helped over 10,000 people transform their health and resilience through cold exposure. Today, this course is about more than just cold. It’s about understanding and teaching contrast therapy as a powerful tool for nervous system regulation, stress adaptation, and personal growth.
You’ll walk away with a toolkit of practical techniques and proven frameworks to guide others through safe, impactful, and unforgettable contrast therapy experiences.
Ice Bath Instructor Course | 21st September 2025
Qualify as a Certified Icebath Facilitator/Instructor!
Bronte, Sydney
12-5PM
Power of the Breath Certified Ice Bath Instructor Training facilitated by Dean Gladstone and Katy Graczer, accredited by IHPM.
The International Comprehensive Accreditation for Cold Exposure Practical and Theoretical Training - the first of its kind in ANZ. We also cover Sauna and other heat therapy in the course.
Since my first Icebath in 2014 we have successfully empowered over 10,000 people through Cold Water Therapy, changing lives and building healthy habits.
By providing a variety of tools and techniques to support teachers, trainers and cold enthusiasts, we will ensure you are fully prepared and supported to facilitate cold therapy.
You can expect to learn about the 3 primary pillars of Cold Water Immersion and Managing and Influencing Stress (Including how and why to optimally breathe before the Icebath and how to manage your client’s posture and breath during the cold water experience)
Oxygen Advantage 30th to 31st of August, Sydney
For more information on the Oxygen Advantage Course and what is included, CLICK HERE
Breathwork and Sauna Session | 24th August 2025
Reset Your Nervous System: Sauna + Breathwork with Deano & Katy
Join Deano Gladstone and Katy Graczer for a unique Power of the Breath session combining conscious breathwork and sauna therapy. This powerful duo supports nervous system reset, emotional release, and deep restoration. Perfect for anyone needing to slow down, let go, and breathe again.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 24th August
Time: 4:00PM AEDT
Cost: $33
Location: 47 Read Street, Bronte
Capacity: Limited to 12 participants
What to Expect
🔥 Contrast Therapy Integration – Explore the healing benefits of heat therapy (sauna) followed by guided breathwork to support release, recovery, and regulation.
🌬 Breathwork for Real Life – Learn practical breathing techniques you can use to reduce stress, boost performance, and enhance emotional wellbeing.
🧠 Functional + Energetic Tools – Discover the science and sensation behind your breath and how to use it to shift your state in minutes.
🌿 Relaxed, Supportive Setting – This intimate session is beginner-friendly and deeply restorative. You'll leave feeling grounded, clear, and connected.
Breathe better. Feel better. Live better.
Spaces are limited to keep the experience personal and powerful.
Book now to secure your spot.
Can’t wait to see you there!
Temple Yoga Experience with Deano and Katy
Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Dean—a qualified Yoga Teacher, PT, and Oxygen Advantage Instructor who’s mastered the art of breathing and movement. From climbing snowy mountains with Wim Hof to saving lives as a Lifeguard in massive conditions, Dean’s expertise spans science, physiology, and human potential. His mission? To make breathwork accessible for every body. Plus, it connects the dots between your mind, body, and mental health. 🧠 Research shows that controlling your breath can help reduce stress, inflammation, and improve overall well-being—just like the yogis have been saying for centuries.
👉 What to Expect
Why Breathwork & Cold Therapy?
These evidence-based practices offer powerful benefits:
✅ Reduce stress & enhance mental clarity – Lower cortisol levels and improve focus in high-pressure environments
✅ Boost energy & productivity – Increase oxygen efficiency for sustained performance
✅ Improve sleep & recovery – Enhance deep rest and overall well-being
✅ Build resilience & emotional regulation – Strengthen nervous system adaptability
✅ Enhance physical performance & immune function – Reduce inflammation and promote faster recovery
Virtual Power of the Breath Instructor 10 Week Course - Starting 28th April 2025
Fortnightly Calls starting on the 28th March 2025 at 7:00pm AEDT
International Ice bath Day
Help us break a Guinness World Record!
🌊 Join us on 1st March 2025 at Leighton Beach, WA, for International Ice Bath Day, following the success of our Guinness World Record for the world’s largest ice bath in 2024.
This global event celebrates the physical and mental health benefits of cold water immersion while raising funds for local mental health charities supporting those with anxiety and depression.
📍 Details
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 1st March 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM AWST
📍 Location: Leighton Beach, North Fremantle, WA
Take part by joining us in Perth, hosting your own event, or simply taking a cold plunge wherever you are.
Learn more and get involved at
Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training Perth - 27th - 28th February
The next Instructor Training course is in November 2024- It is a 2-Day Intensive OA Advanced Instructor Training.
27th - 28th Feburary - Live in Person with Deano Gladstone - Time and Location TBC
$500 deposit required to secure your place
Register now by clicking add to cart below!
Please email Dean if you have questions or want to line up a call.
Postponed - Please register interest !!
The next Instructor Training course is in February 2025- It is a 2-Day Intensive OA Advanced Instructor Training.
27th and 28th of February 2025 - Live in Person with Deano Gladstone - Time and Location TBC
AUD $1,999 full price
$500 deposit required to secure your place
Register now by clicking add to cart!
Topics taught during the training:
Introduction to Oxygen Advantage
Screening for breathing pattern disorders in sports
The relationship between breathing patterns and functional movement Science of respiratory physiology
Practical application of OA
Increasing oxygen uptake during rest and physical exercise Nose breathing
Nasal breathing during physical exercise
Nasal breathing workload during physical exercise Exercise-induced asthma
Addressing Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB) Improving sleep quality for focus and performance Practical application of OA
BOLT (comfortable breath-hold time) measurement Maximum Breathlessness Test (MBT)
Intermittent hypoxic hypercapnic training (IHHT) IHHT and team sports
Practical application of OA
Delay the Onset of Lactic Acid and Fatigue Long-term effects of breath-holding Increase aerobic capacity
Practical application of OA
Pre-competition preparation
Oxygen Advantage® and the Wim Hof Method Increased Creativity
Program based on BOLT score, age and state of health Tailoring exercises to individual athletes
Nasal obstruction resulting in strong air hunger Training format week one to week four onward
Heart rate variability Weightlifting Intra-abdominal pressure Core control
Improve respiratory muscle strength Teaching the Oxygen Advantage
Get in the Zone with Atomic Focus
Breathing Exercises taught:
1. Get in the zone
2. Clear your head
3. Deep sleep
4. Feel calm but focused
5. Give your brain an oxygen boost — Breathe Light
6. Breathe Light using SportsMask
7. Activate your relaxation response — Breathe Slow
8. Calm your body and mind — Breathe Deep
9. When stress strikes — mind recovery on tap
10. When you’re highly stressed — Breathing Recovery, Sitting
11. For repetitive, negative thinking — Breathing Recovery, Walking
12. A quick refresher — get a dose of oxygen when you need it
13. Flow for public speaking/peak performance states
14. Get out of your head
15. Preparing for competition
16. Breathing for running
17. Morning wake-up
18. For irregular everyday breathing
Please email Dean if you have questions or want to line up a call.
Terms and conditions:
Please be sure when you enroll in the course as all sales are final and no refunds will be issued
Virtual Power of the Breath Instructor 10 Week Course - Starting 3rd Feb 2025
Fortnightly Calls starting on the 3rd of February 2025 at 7:30pm AEDT
Adelaide Ice Bath Instructor Course - 24th November 2024
Ice Bath Instructor Course
With Deano Gladstone and Kym Burls
Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training - 15th - 17th November
The next Instructor Training course is in November 2024- It is a 3-Day Intensive OA Advanced Instructor Training.
15th to 17th November 2024 - Live in Person with Deano Gladstone and David Jackson ‘Jacko’ -From 9:00am till 5pm - Located at Woollahra Sailing Club
AUD $1,800 Early Bird Pricing!
$500 deposit required to secure your place
Register now by clicking add to cartbelow!
Please email Dean if you have questions or want to line up a call.
Refresher Course Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training - 15th - 17th November
Join us for the Oxygen Advantage Refresher Course and brush up on your knowledge and skills!
The full 3-day course is only $300 and includes a free t-shirt.
The next Advanced Instructor Training will take place from 15th to 17th November 2024. This 3-Day Intensive OA Advanced Instructor Training will be hosted in person by Deano Gladstone and David Jackson 'Jacko' from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Woollahra Sailing Club.
Register now by clicking "Add to Cart" below, or email Dean with any questions or to schedule a call at Dean@deanogladstone.com.
Mount Kosciuszko Thredbo Expedition with Wild Things Anatomy - June 2024
Step into the extraordinary with our Thredbo Kosciuszko Expedition – a life-changing journey that transcends your comfort zone and beckons you to the edge of your limits. This transformative experience is designed for those seeking profound shifts in perception, a renewed sense of awe, and a deeper connection to themselves and the world around them.
4 Week Breathwork Course for Ocean Lovers and Surfers
Breathwork for surfers, ocean lovers and anyone interested into adding a new level to their performance
Timetable:
Monday 27th May 6.30pm (dry land ) in Power of the Breath, Bronte Studio
Monday 3rd June and 17th July at South’s Juniors Pool, Kingsford
Final dry land session 24th June in Power of the Breath Bronte Studio