{"id":6617,"date":"2026-04-07T09:40:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T09:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sivanandacanada.org\/camp\/?p=6617"},"modified":"2026-04-08T04:50:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T04:50:32","slug":"breathe-into-ease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sivanandacanada.org\/camp\/breathe-into-ease\/","title":{"rendered":"Breathe Into Ease"},"content":{"rendered":"

Breathe Into Ease<\/h1><\/div>\n

with Lana AlSalem & Nadejda Chouljenko<\/p>\n<\/div>

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A 5-Day Restorative Retreat for Better Breathing<\/p>\n

Feel like you can\u2019t catch your breath\u2014even at rest?
\nBreathing shouldn\u2019t be a struggle, yet many of us unknowingly live with dysfunctional breathing patterns\u2014shallow inhales, tight rib cages, and fatigue from trying to breathe. Breathe Into Ease is a 5-day immersive retreat designed to help reset your breath, calm your nervous system, and restore natural, effortless breathing. Whether you\u2019re dealing with asthma, sleep disturbances, breathlessness, or stress-related breathing issues, this retreat
\nwill provide the tools and support you need.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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What You\u2019ll Learn?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through a combination of movement, education, and hands-on techniques, you\u2019ll:<\/p>\n

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  • Re-train dysfunctional breath patterns<\/li>\n
  • Improve diaphragm mobility and lung capacity<\/li>\n
  • Regulate your nervous system with breath<\/li>\n
  • Understand the anatomy and mechanics of breathing<\/li>\n
  • Explore self-massage and myofascial release techniques<\/li>\n
  • Cultivate lasting resilience, physically and emotionally<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Common Breathing Issues We\u2019ll Address<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Shallow, rapid, or labored breathing<\/li>\n
    • Difficulty exhaling fully<\/li>\n
    • Nasal congestion or sinus issues<\/li>\n
    • Rib cage restriction<\/li>\n
    • Limited diaphragm engagement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      This Retreat is for You If You:<\/p>\n

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      • Live with asthma, COPD, or chronic breath tension<\/li>\n
      • Struggle with breath in yoga or pranayama (even Kapalabhati)<\/li>\n
      • Experience breathlessness from anxiety, stress, or trauma<\/li>\n
      • Have a tight rib cage or upper chest dominance<\/li>\n
      • Want to improve sleep, movement, and overall relaxation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        What\u2019s Included?<\/p>\n

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        • Therapeutic Hatha Yoga focused on supporting healthy breathing<\/li>\n
        • Self Myofascial Release for the diaphragm and rib cage<\/li>\n
        • Guided Pranayama, meditation, and relaxation practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          3 Breath-Focused Workshops:<\/p>\n

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          • Breathing & Health<\/li>\n
          • Biomechanics of Breath<\/li>\n
          • Breath Biochemistry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Optional 75-minute massage for respiratory release Wholesome vegetarian meals 1-on-1 breath consultation with a breath coach or therapist<\/p>\n

            Daily Schedule Highlights<\/p>\n

            Monday<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            • 3:00 pm \u2013 Arrival<\/li>\n
            • 4:00 pm \u2013 Yoga for the Breath<\/li>\n
            • 6:00 pm \u2013 Dinner<\/li>\n
            • 7:30 pm \u2013 Satsang<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Tuesday \u2013 Thursday<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              • 6:00 am \u2013 Satsang<\/li>\n
              • 8:00 am \u2013 Fascia Release for Breathing<\/li>\n
              • 10:00 am \u2013 Brunch<\/li>\n
              • 10:45 am \u2013 Karma Yoga<\/li>\n
              • 12:30 pm \u2013 Workshop (1 per day)<\/li>\n
              • 2:00 pm \u2013 Consultations \/ Optional Massage<\/li>\n
              • 4:00 pm \u2013 Self-Massage & Breath-Centered Yoga<\/li>\n
              • 6:00 pm \u2013 Dinner<\/li>\n
              • 7:30 pm \u2013 Evening Satsang<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Friday<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                • 6:00 am \u2013 Final Satsang<\/li>\n
                • 8:00 am \u2013 Final Practice<\/li>\n
                • 10:00 am \u2013 Brunch<\/li>\n
                • 11:00 am \u2013 Departure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  This Isn\u2019t Just a Retreat, It\u2019s a Breath Reset<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  • By the end of these five days, you\u2019ll have the tools to:<\/li>\n
                  • Breathe fully and naturally.<\/li>\n
                  • Calm your nervous system through breath<\/li>\n
                  • Sleep more deeply and peacefully<\/li>\n
                  • Feel lighter, more spacious, and at ease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Ready to Actually Breathe with Ease?<\/strong>
                    \nYou don\u2019t need to be a yoga pro. You just need your breath, as it is. We\u2019ll meet you there.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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                    Instructors<\/h2><\/div>

                    Lana AlSalem, PhD, C-IAYT<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    Certified Yoga Therapist, Breathwork Coach, and Ayurvedic Life-Style Counselor with 20+ years of practice. Lana integrates trauma-sensitive yoga, breathwork, and Ayurveda to promote balance, vitality, and whole-person well-being.<\/p>\n

                    Nadejda Chouljenko, BSc, R.N. (Ret.), RMT<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    Holistic Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher, and Yoga Chikitsa Instructor with 18 years of experience. Nadejda combines therapeutic touch, breath awareness, and vagus nerve practices to foster regulation, integration, and embodied presence.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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