Limited Seats For Financial Aid Available
October 1 – October 8, 2026 · (Canada)
Trauma-Informed Breathwork Retreat — Canada (BBTRS®)
Our trauma-informed breathwork retreat in Canada invites embodied healing—without overwhelm—so you can move, feel, and settle at your pace.
What you'll experience
Settle, release, and reconnect—gently
Step into a deeper level of embodiment with our BioDynamic Breathwork & Trauma Release System® (BBTRS®) Personal Growth & Healing Immersion in Canada — an in-person retreat that weaves structured somatic training with the grounding beauty of the Laurentian landscape.
Held at Kio-o, a creativity and retreat center nestled on 125 acres in Sainte-Lucie-des-Laurentides (approximately 100 km from Montreal), this immersion offers space to slow down, regulate, and reconnect with your body in nature.
Guided by senior faculty Jennifer McKeever and Niten Ferguson, this workshop is open to anyone ready to focus on personal growth and embodied healing. No prerequisites are required.
In just 7 days you'll..
Feel more grounded and present in your body
Learn simple regulation tools you can bring home
Process safely—no force, no breath holds, always at your pace
Experience live, skilled facilitation in a supportive group setting
What this retreat offers
A safe place to unwind tension and feel more like yourself
Across seven days, we’ll guide your nervous system toward steadier ground. You’ll learn to sense more, push less, and build capacity so relief lasts beyond the retreat.
You’re in the right place if…
You want a safe, structured way to explore breathwork and embodied healing without overwhelm
You’re ready for a week dedicated to your inner work, with skilled guidance
You’re a practitioner or student seeking a deeper, personal immersion in BBTRS®
Note: This workshop welcomes both personal-growth participants and trainees. It also counts toward the in-person component of BBTRS® Advanced Practitioner Certification.
The BBTRS® Method
Six elements. One coherent system.
We prioritise felt sense, consent, pacing, and containment. Each element works together to support regulation and release without catharsis.
Breath · Movement · Sound · Touch · Emotion · Meditation
Your Week at A Glance
Across seven days, you’ll move between morning meditation, structured guided practice, integration time, and community support at a secluded retreat centre in the Laurentian Mountains, just outside Montreal. The pacing prioritizes safety, consent, and felt sense awareness — allowing your nervous system to stay within capacity while engaging in meaningful somatic work.
Your Daily Rhythm
A steady pace for meaningful work
Sessions are consent-led and titrated. We keep a consistent pace so your body can trust the process and integrate each session.
Morning meditation
Breakfast
Faculty demo (with Q&A)
Short break
Guided BBTRS® session
Lunch & integration break
Afternoon BBTRS® session
Dinner & spacious break
Closing circle
Your venue
A restful space near Montreal
Just 90 minutes north of Montreal, the Kio-o retreat center is set on 125 acres of peaceful lakeside land in the Laurentian Mountains. Surrounded by forest and hiking trails, it offers a quiet, meditative atmosphere ideal for deep inner work. The venue includes dedicated practice spaces, a dining hall, and cozy shared double rooms with limited private options. Daily vegetarian meals are provided, and the alcohol- and smoke-free environment supports clarity, connection, and nervous system regulation.
For most participants, your journey begins in Montreal — a vibrant cultural hub known for its historic Old Town, architecture, festivals, and exceptional dining. Many choose to arrive early or stay after the training to explore the city before transitioning into the natural stillness of the Laurentians.
Accommodation (separate to tuition and incl. food):
Single room
$1,685 CAD
Double room
Twin-share room
$1,268 CAD
Tuition & Savings
Secure your place
Choose your tuition option and secure your space with $250.
If you need financial support to participate, please reach out to Ixchel at [email protected]. You’re welcome to share your motivation for joining, your current circumstances, and what kind of support would make it possible for you.
Each request is reviewed individually, with care and consideration.
Accommodation is arranged with the venue; see section above for options and rates.
Full Price:
$2,150 USD (standard price)
Early Bird
$2,042.50 USD (5% off, Deadline: 11 Oct 2026)
Super Early Bird:
$1,827.50 USD (15% off, Deadline: 11 Sep 2026)
Your facilitator
Jennifer McKeever
Jennifer McKeever is a somatic psychotherapist, trauma educator, and BBTRS®️ Instructor with over 30 years of experience in body-based healing. Known for her compassionate presence and deep insight, she gently guides others into embodied awareness, where healing, truth, and transformation can unfold.
Your facilitator
Neil (Niten) Ferguson
Neil (Niten) Ferguson is a Biodynamic Breathwork and Trauma Release practitioner, a Registered Therapeutic Counselor (RTC), and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP). With a focus on addressing trauma, particularly early developmental trauma, Niten operates a compassionate private practice where he guides individuals toward healing and empowerment.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Have questions? Here are some of the most common things people want to know before joining—especially around safety, certification pathways, and logistics.
Is this safe for trauma work?
Yes sessions are intentionally gentle and paced. You’ll always stay within what feels safe and supportive for your body — no force, no breath holds.
Is this workshop part of the certification path?
Yes—this Australia immersion fulfils one of the three required in-person trainings for the Advanced Professional Practitioner Certification (for those on the practitioner track). Personal-growth participants are also welcome.
Refunds and transfers?
BBTRS® does not offer refunds. Limited transfers may be possible depending on timing; please review the full policy before booking. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Is intense work better for releasing trauma?
Not necessarily. BBTRS® avoids forced catharsis; we work within your capacity using pacing, consent, and titration. Strong sensations can arise, but we let the body lead so change integrates rather than overwhelm. You can always slow down, observe, or pause—no force, no breath holds.
