Psychedelic Breathwork Workshop - 8th July 2026

Experience psychedelic breathwork to open up your body, mind and heart ❤️

Psychedelic Breathwork Workshop

Welcome! I am happy to invite you to L’Annexe @YAY Yoga Studio in Paris 18ème on Wednesday 8th July at 6pm for a psychedelic breathwork workshop.

Psychedelic breathwork is an ancient technique that takes you into an altered state of consciousness, just by changing how you breathe. In this naturally-induced trance, you open space in your body, mind and heart to feel more deeply.

We will start the session with a cacao ceremony: I will serve a brew of raw cacao, rich in natural antioxidants and crafted to support focus and heart-opening energy. The use of raw cacao in rituals originates from Aztec and Mayan traditions in South and Central America.

Important: there are no psychedelic or mind-altering substances used or consumed in this workshop. It is called "psychedelic" because the cacao and breathwork allow you to expand your consciousness.

Date: Wednesday 8th JulyTime: 6pm-8pm

Address: L'Annexe YAY Yoga, 1 Eugène Carrière, 75018 Paris

Participants: maximum 6 peopleLanguages: French & English

Level: beginners and experienced practitioners welcome

Cancellation: places are limited! Please give 24h notice if you can't make it, so we have time to offer your spot to someone on the waiting list, thank you :)

⌾ The programme

• Opening circle, cacao ceremony & intention setting
• Introduction to the breathwork technique
• Breathwork session
• Integration & closing circle

⌾ How to prepare

• Bring an eye mask
• Wear comfortable and loose layers. If you easily get cold, bring a sweater and socks to cover up
• Come on an empty stomach: no food for at least 2 hours before, minimal liquids
• Please arrive 5 minutes early, doors close 10 minutes after the start time

⌾ Precautions

Breathwork is powerful and can feel like a high-intensity exercise. Please avoid this session if you have:

• A cold, sore throat, fever or nausea
• Cardiovascular issues such as hypertension
• Personal or family history of aneurysms
• Glaucoma or retinal detachment
• Advanced osteoporosis
• Neurological conditions such as Parkinson's or multiple sclerosis
• Seizure disorders
• Severe mental illness
• Recent major surgery or significant injuries
• Pregnancy

If in doubt, speak with your doctor or contact me directly at charles.oldroyd@gmail.com to discuss

⌾ About me

Hi, I’m Charles. I am French & British, raised between 2 cultures. I've worked in the corporate & tech startup worlds (Danone, Deezer, APHP, Lehman Brothers & Newmark) for over 15 years, which took me around the world. These days I am based between Paris, NYC & Bali, supporting teams and individuals.

A little more personal: 5 years ago I was fired for being drunk at work. More than just getting sober, I had to start building a life I no longer needed to escape from. I have explored the shame, fear & rage that kept me from being able to be present in my body.

I have been, and still am, on a quest for happiness. I've met many teachers through various experiences: therapies, coaching, meditation, breathwork, tantra, temazcal, plant medicine, men's initiations, talking circles & much more. All of these shape who I am today, and how I am now learning to hold space for others to feel.

Following certifications in reiki and sound medicine, I trained and certified in breathwork in the past years. I am also a certified ACC coach by the International Coaching Federation, and am currently training with the Interfaith Foundation to step into interfaith pastoral work.

On the side I write and sing songs, and enjoy very good coffee.

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