Trauma Informed Breathwork, Cold & Contrast Training
An Overview
A powerful blend of science and somatics. This training offers the tools and guidance to safely support others through breathwork, cold exposure, and contrast therapy ... grounded in nervous system education and trauma-informed care. You'll learn to hold space with integrity, presence, and deep respect for the body’s innate intelligence. Perfect for those ready to guide, and for those seeking a deeper connection to their own practice.
Upcoming 🇨🇦 Training
📍 Port Credit, ON, Canada
October 24–26, 2025
Join us just outside the city in the lakeside community of Port Credit. The space is cozy, inviting, and perfect for this kind of deep work.
***Payment Plans Available ... please contact info@beyondtheplunge.com ***
Who This is For?
This certification program is for those who feel called to hold space for others and want to embody the practices themselves. Whether you're stepping into facilitation for the first time or deepening an existing path, this experience supports both personal growth and meaningful connection.
You might be:
- A yoga teacher, coach, or healer wanting to expand your toolkit with breath, cold, and contrast
- A mental health or wellness professional integrating somatic, nervous system–based approaches
- A fitness trainer or athlete exploring recovery tools that support resilience and focus
- Someone who’s experienced the power of this work firsthand and wants to offer it safely to others
- A space holder or retreat leader ready to bring deeper regulation and presence to your offerings
This training is about rooting in what’s already alive in you ... and learning how to meet others from that place.
What You'll Learn
This training blends the science of the nervous system with somatic wisdom and real-world application. You’ll learn how to:
- Guide breathwork sessions with safety and purpose
- Facilitate cold plunges and contrast therapy with trauma-informed care
- Understand thermogenesis, vasoconstriction/vasodilation, energy shifts in the body and more ...
- Read and respond to nervous system cues in real time
- Hold space for resistance and emotional processing
- Lead clients through regulated, empowering experiences
- Co-create meaningful sessions through guided group practice
We teach this together ... offering diverse perspectives, embodied leadership, and hands-on support every step of the way.
Your Time Commitment
We’ve structured the program to fit into your life while still offering a deep, embodied learning experience.
Online Portal
Before we meet in person, you'll complete approximately 10 hours of self-paced training. This prepares you with key concepts and safety principles so we can focus on hands-on integration during the weekend.
In-Person Training
Once you're ready, we gather for a weekend of practical application and real-time experience:
- Friday (5:00–7:00 PM): A full breathwork and contrast session to ground you in the work.
- Saturday (8:30 AM–4:00 PM): Content delivery, guided demos, and practice opportunities.
- Sunday (8:30 AM–4:00 PM): Student-led breathwork sessions and contrast facilitation with invited guests.
You’ll walk away feeling prepared and supported to start sharing this work in your own space and style.
Our Facilitators
This training is led by Chassidy Fitkin, Rod Camp, Tammy Price and Ashley Mariani (Trauma Informed portion) ... a team with over 20 years of combined experience in breathwork, cold exposure, and contrast therapy.
Each of us brings a unique style, grounded in practice and years of guiding others through this work.
We’ve supported hundreds of people on their journey ... helping them connect more deeply to their bodies and breath.
We’re here to walk with you ... to share what we know, support your process, and cheer you on every step of the way.