The Cold Exposure and Breathwork Retreat offers an immersive 1-night journey into breathwork, cold exposure and mindset training – designed to build resilience, boost energy and enhance overall wellbeing.
The Wim Hof Method restores the connection with natural elements through breathwork, cold water immersion and mindset training. These elements come together to soothe the nervous system, restore deep clarity and build mind-body focus.
What's included?
- Guided Wim Hof breathing technique sessions
- Cold Water Immersion (including ice bath)
- Mindset and meditation coaching to build mental resilience
- One night in a Signature Room at The Goodwood Hotel
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Full access to the 70-acre Goodwood Art Foundation for mindful nature and art exposure
- Access to private gym and spa facilities including swimming pool, sauna and steam room
- Optional digital detox to unplug, slow down and reflect
Retreat Dates
- Saturday 26 September
- Thursday 22 October
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Boosted Energy & Mood
Increase vitality with improved circulation, oxygen flow and feel-good hormones like dopamine and serotonin.
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Better Sleep & Reduced Stress
Cold exposure and breathwork regulate the nervous system, helping you sleep deeply and manage stress with ease.
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Stronger Immune System & Resilience
Stimulate your immune system and build mental resilience by learning to embrace controlled discomfort.
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Sharper Focus & Willpower
Breathwork enhances focus, clarity and determination, helping you overcome challenges with a stronger mindset.
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Improved Emotional Wellbeing
Connect breath, movement and nature to support emotional balance, reduce anxiety and lift your overall mental health.
You will enjoy thoughtfully prepared meals that nourish body and mind at Farmer, Butcher, Chef. Celebrate estate-reared, organic produce from Goodwood Home Farm, sustainably sourced and full of flavour.
Set in the heart of Goodwood’s 11,000-acre estate, The Goodwood Hotel offers a peaceful base for restoration. You will stay in a Signature Room with complimentary access to the gym, spa, sauna, steam room, pool and nature or breath walks to support your gut health and overall wellbeing.
At the heart of the Cold Exposure & Breathwork Retreat is the Wim Hof Method Fundamentals Experience, led by certified instructor Dan Hughes. This transformative practice is built on three core pillars:
Breathing Techniques: Learn controlled breathing exercises designed to increase oxygen levels, boost energy, and reduce stress.
Cold Exposure: Safely experience cold therapy to stimulate the cardiovascular system, enhance immune response, and improve resilience.
Mindset Training: Develop mental focus and determination to overcome challenges and strengthen mind-body awareness.
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Dan Hughes
Dan is a sought-after coach, dedicated to helping people reconnect with their natural resilience through breath, a strong mindset and controlled cold exposure. After recovering from a serious illness using these very tools, Dan left a long corporate career to co‑found Vitae Vi - a wellbeing company centred on nervous‑system balance, clarity of mind and sustainable energy.
Trained by the Wim Hof Method Academy, Dan blends science‑backed breathwork, functional breathing principles and steady, accessible cold exposure to help others feel safe, clear and capable in their bodies again. His approach is grounded, supportive and deeply practical - empowering people to understand how their breath, focus and physiology shape their everyday experience.
His teaching style is known for being clear, relatable and quietly powerful, creating an environment where people feel both challenged and deeply supported.
At Goodwood 's Retreats, Dan invites guests to explore breath, clarity and cold as pathways to resilience - not through force, but through presence, awareness and the rediscovery of their own inner power.
The contrast between the cold and the calm was exactly what I needed. I left feeling stronger, clearer and more connected to myself than I've felt in years.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, we use large metal baths and aim for 2 minutes for someone’s first ice bath. If at any point you want to get out then you of course can.
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No, you can still learn all the methods and breathing techniques. The ice bath is there if you feel comfortable with it.
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No, we’d like you to be able to relax and fully submerge yourself into the journey. Children won’t be able to attend group/spa sessions. However, if family would also like to stay in the hotel for a holiday whilst you retreat then this can be arranged.
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Yes, we have dog friendly bedrooms however dogs cannot attend group classes or spa sessions. We also need to be aware of anyone else in the group that may have an allergy.
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Yes, we will let you know the cost of each night’s additional stay.
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You can arrive whenever you like and are able to use the Health Club facilities and restaurants at your leisure. Check in is from 14:00pm. We will let you know the time of your first appointment prior to your arrival. Check out time is by 11:00am. You can use the facilities as above.
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Yes, however this guest cannot use any of the retreat group areas or dine with the group.
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Location
- 01243 520114
- wellbeing@goodwood.com
- The Goodwood Hotel, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 0QB, United Kingdom
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