Summer Soul Camp: A Holotropic Breathwork Retreat
With Dr. Laurane McGlynn and Dr. Tom Francescott
August 9 - 13, 2026
Are you ready to rekindle your sense of joy and adventure?
In this retreat we invite you to take some time for fun, relaxation, healing and connection.
Join us for a five-day Holotropic Summer Soul Camp:
- Four Holotropic Breathwork sessions (two as a breather/two as a sitter)
- Sound Healing Session
- Nature-Based Mask Making
- Learn to hold space for yourself and others
- Mandala Drawing
- Swimming in the Sapphire Outdoor Pool
- Connection with like-minded and hearted people in a beautiful serene mountain setting.
- Schedule a Spa service at Menla’s World Class Dewa Spa including Ayurveda, acupuncture, reflexology, herbal baths, energy healing, customized facials, sound therapy, intuitive readings, as well as saunas and steam rooms to stimulate and detoxify your system.
- Time to slow down and connect with nature
- Evening campfire and S’mores celebration, stories and a special healing ritual
- Nature-based mindfulness and meditation practices
- Movie Night
- Hiking trails, Bookstore, Gift Shop, Meditation Sanctuary, and Workout Room
- Enjoy some time connecting with others in the Community Barn with activities such as pool tables, board games and musical instruments.
- Be nourished by the meals at Menla where the food is sourced from fresh, local and seasonal ingredients, including produce harvested from their on-site organic garden.
To register, please email drmcglynn6@gmail.com. Special early registration discount until July 1.
This workshop is open to new breathers, experienced breathers and anyone interested in experiencing Holotropic Breathwork or expanded states of consciousness. We also welcome those who are seeking healing and a space for renewal, connection and community.
Contraindications: Pregnancy, Cardiovascular disease including heart attacks and angina, Severe or Uncontrolled Hypertension, Epilepsy or History of Seizures, Glaucoma or Retinal Detachment, Arteriovenous Malformations, Recent Surgeries, Severe Mental Health Issues, Suicidal Ideation, Bipolar I Disorder, Recent Physical Injuries, Recent Infectious/Communicable Diseases, Asthma (if you have asthma, bring your inhaler to the workshop)
Schedule:
Sunday, August 9
- 3 pm Check-in begins
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:15 – 8 pm Opening Circle
- 8 – 10 pm Talk: Introduction to Holotropic Breathwork
Monday, August 10
- 8 – 9 am Breakfast
- 9:15 am – 12:15 pm Holotropic Breathwork #1 – Please arrive by 9:00
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
- 1:30 – 3:00 pm Self-Care Time- Sapphire Outdoor Pool and Dewa Spa open
- 3:30 – 5:30 pm Outdoor Nature-Based Practices – Several options offered
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:30 – 8:45 pm Sharing Circle
- 8:45 – 9:15 pm Sound Healing Session
Tuesday, August 11
- 8 – 9 am Breakfast
- 9 am – 12 pm Holotropic Breathwork #2
- 12: 30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
- 1:30 – 2:30 pm Self-Care Time
- 2:30 – 5:30 pm Holotropic Breathwork #3
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:15 – 8:15 pm Sharing Circle
- 8:30 – 10 pm Movie Night
Wednesday, August 12
- 8 – 9 am Breakfast
- 9:15 – 12:15 pm Holotropic Breathwork #4 – Please arrive by 9:00
- 12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
- 1:30 – 2:30 pm Sharing Circle
- 2:30 – 3:30 pm Foraging in Nature for Mask Making Activity
- 4:00 – 5:30 pm Mask Making
- 6 – 7 pm Dinner
- 7:30 – 9 pm Campfire and S’mores Celebration. Music, Story Telling, Community Time
Thursday, August 13
8 – 9 am Breakfast/Check-Out of Rooms
9:15 – 10 am Integrative Writing Practice/Forest Bathing
10 – 11 am Holotropic Breathwork Integration Talk
11 – 12 pmClosing Circle
12:30 – 1:30 pm Lunch
2 pm Departure
*Please note this schedule is subject to change.
About the Leaders
Dr. Laurane McGlynn
Dr. Laurane McGlynn, PsyD is a clinical psychologist who integrates mind/body medicine, psychotherapy, mindfulness, meditation, Holotropic Breathwork, nature- based practices and functional medicine to support healing and transformation. She holds doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy and Masters degrees in Counseling Psychology and Child and Adolescent Therapy. Dr, McGlynn has devoted […]
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Dr. Tom Francescott
Tom Francescott, ND, has been practicing Naturopathic Medicine for the last 25 years, with a compassionate and intuitive approach, giving people the time and space to share their stories. He believes health symptoms are just an expression of the body’s innate wisdom, carrying deep messages and opportunities for healing. Dr. Tom graduated with a Doctorate […]
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