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Wim Hof Method® Easter weekend

Take control of your stress response this Easter

Turn composure into a learned skill. Bring a partner and discover how to use your own psychophysiology to navigate high-pressure situations with deliberate calm.

Read on to discover how

Discover the Wim Hof Method

These two days are about recalibrating your response to pressure. We use the three pillars of the Wim Hof Method to engage your psychophysiology directly. Through specialised breathing, cold exposure and mindset, we create a process of controlled voluntary stress. These are short challenges from which you recover stronger. We replace automatic panic with manual control. By adjusting your physical reaction, you fundamentally change your experience of the stress itself.

The three pillars

Wim Hof Method breathing

Wim Hof Method breathing

Wim Hof Method breathing

The Wim Hof Method breathing is a powerful intervention. We will teach you the technique thoroughly so you can practice safely and at a pace that suits you. Crucially, we also explore functional calming methods so you understand exactly how and when to use your breath to lower stress.

Cold exposure

Wim Hof Method breathing

Wim Hof Method breathing

We use my custom-built ice baths to practice finding calm when your body wants to panic. This is not about endurance. It is about learning to compose yourself in a high-pressure situation. You will learn to recognise the spike of adrenaline and deliberately guide yourself back to calm acceptance.

Commitment and mindset

Wim Hof Method breathing

Commitment and mindset

This is the pillar that integrates the practice. It connects the breathing and the cold to your daily life. It helps you appreciate your own capability and recognise the strength you already possess to handle difficulty.

Key Information

The venue

The schedule

The schedule

Heyford House, 13 Church Lane, Lower Heyford, Oxfordshire OX25 5NZ

The schedule

The schedule

The schedule

  • Dates: Saturday 4th April to Sunday 5th April 2026.
  • Start: 10am Saturday (arrive from 9am onwards).
  • Finish: 4pm Sunday.

What’s included

  • Certified Wim Hof Method® coaching.
  • Guided contrast therapy sessions.
  • Private en-suite accommodation.
  • Full use of the house and gardens.
  • All meals, including afternoon tea.
  • Read the full breakdown below.

Suitability and format

  • Strictly pairs only (capped at 4 pairs).
  • Beginner to intermediate levels.
  • Learn with safety and precision.
  • No specialist equipment required.
  • Get in touch to discuss the details.

Optimised for pairs

Limited to four rooms

Forge a lasting alliance

Forge a lasting alliance

Heyford House is a family-run venue accommodating just four pairs. We offer three twin/double rooms and one fixed double. You will need a partner you are happy to share with. This constraint is a strength. It guarantees the personal coaching you need.

Forge a lasting alliance

Forge a lasting alliance

Forge a lasting alliance

By learning together you create a shared language and a collective momentum. You become the architects of each other's success. You provide the ongoing support to ensure these skills pay dividends in your daily life.

Take a break from throwaway getaways

Most weekends away offer temporary relief. You borrow calm for a few days, only to return it on Monday morning.


This workshop is an investment in your psychophysiology. It is designed to transfer a capability, not just provide an experience. We use the time to decode the mechanics of your stress response so that when you leave, you possess the practical tools to regulate it yourself. The calm doesn't stay here; it comes home with you.

More than just mindfulness

Meditation is excellent for managing stress, but it is often passive. The Wim Hof Method is active. A 2025 study published in Nature demonstrates the difference: while mindfulness lowers baseline stress, this protocol builds psychophysiological resilience. You aren't just learning to recover from pressure; you are training your nervous system to tolerate higher loads.

The wider curriculum

Contrast therapy

Contrast therapy

To complement our core practice, I’ll introduce you to Contrast Therapy. Drawing on my foundational Søberg Institute training, I’ll guide you through the precise mechanics of alternating heat and cold, systematically expanding and contracting blood vessels to clear metabolic waste, trigger heat shock proteins, and accelerate cellular recovery.

Out into nature

Contrast therapy

I use the Cherwell Valley as a practical extension of our training space. Rather than a rigid itinerary, we adapt to the conditions and the group. Whether that means a steady hike or a wild river swim, the objective is straightforward: genuine environmental exposure and a deliberate change of scenery.

Ongoing guidance

Ongoing guidance

Building a sustainable habit is the hardest part of the protocol. I will invite you to join my private WhatsApp group, a low-noise resource for peer support. I remain personally available within the group to answer technical questions, ensuring you have expert guidance as you integrate the method into your daily life.

Your home for the weekend

Heyford House is tucked away in the Cherwell Valley, North Oxfordshire. A peaceful spot surrounded by nature. It has been my family's home since 1965. Today, my sister and I run this former Rectory as a B&B and as a dedicated space for restoration and learning. While it retains the soul and warmth of a family home, it offers the exacting standards you'd expect from a modern venue – sauna and ice baths to name just two.


Winner of Channel 4's Four in a Bed


TripAdvisor - 4.9 out of 5 "A beautiful house with stunning gardens in a quiet and lovely village. We had a peaceful and interesting stay. The room was generous and the bed extremely comfortable. Would happily stay again."


Booking.com - 9.1 out of 10 "Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating, really enjoyed our stay here. Breakfast was delicious with a very varied menu."

Serious food with a light touch

My wife, Sonya, brings a lifetime of culinary expertise to the table. A pioneer of the UK gastro-pub revolution, she wrote for The Guardian, led some of the Cotswolds' most celebrated kitchens and now leads the kitchen here at the house.


For us, she will craft lighter dishes using fresh, often local ingredients to nourish without overburdening digestion, never compromising on flavour.

Leo is an outstanding Wim Hof instructor who embodies the method's essence with authenticity and expertise. His calm and kind demeanor put me at ease, making the entire experience both empowering and enjoyable.

Caroline Bacon-Darnley via my official academy profile

I am an Advanced Instructor, fully certified by the Wim Hof Method Academy. You can check my credentials and read independent reviews on my official profile.

Booking options

This is the complete two-day session, running from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon. It covers the psychophysiological principles and practical application of the Wim Hof Method required to build your own sustainable practice.

  • Dates: Saturday 4th April, 10am (arrive from 9am onwards) to Sunday 5th April, 4pm.
  • Investment: £595 per person.
  • Flexible Payment: You can spread the cost with three interest-free instalments.


See the full breakdown section below for the daily itinerary and session structure.


Get in touch to finalise your stay.

Arrive on Friday evening to avoid the early Saturday morning drive. This is a chance to settle in and meet me before the technical work begins. You are welcome to join me for an optional sauna and a light dinner, but we save the formal sessions for Saturday morning when the full group arrives.


  • Arrive by 5:30pm to join me for sauna and supper.
  • Arrive by 10pm to settle in and get some sleep.
  • £675 per person.
  • Flexible Payment: You can spread the cost with three interest-free instalments.

Instead of rushing home at 4pm on Sunday, you can stay for an extra night. This is a social evening where you can join me for a sauna and dinner. On Monday morning, I will supervise an ice bath for anyone who wants one before breakfast.


  • Supervised Monday morning ice bath: From 7 to 8am
  • Monday breakfast: up until 9am
  • Monday check-out: 11am
  • £675 per person.
  • Flexible Payment: You can spread the cost with three interest-free instalments.

Combine all of the above for a Friday-to-Monday stay. This turns the weekend into a complete break, leaving Monday morning free to explore the local landscape at your own pace before you depart.


Flexible Payment: You can spread the cost with three interest-free instalments.

The full breakdown

If you have a specific question not covered here, please get in touch.

While I maintain a structured approach to the weekend, I remain responsive to the group’s progress and environmental conditions. This ensures that the technical application of the method is always safe and effective.


Saturday 4th April 2026

The first day focuses on the core pillars of the Wim Hof Method: Breath, Mindset, and Cold.

  • Starting at 10am.
  • The science and history: We begin with the physiological principles of the method: how it works and why it’s effective.
  • Guided breathing I: A foundational session to master the mechanics of the breath.
  • Lunch: A light, nutritious meal prepared by Sonya.
  • Mindset and the cold: Preparing the nervous system for cold exposure through mindset and a second breathing session.
  • Ice immersion: A fully supervised ice bath.
  • Afternoon break: Hot drinks and home-baked treats from Sonya's kitchen.
  • Contrast therapy: Session exploring the therapeutic balance between the sauna and the cold.
  • Evening dinner: A relaxed social evening around the fire after the day’s work.


Sunday 5th April 2026

Today is about deepening your experience and learning how to sustain the practice at home.

  • Breathing and breakfast: We begin with a guided breathing session to set the tone for the day, followed by breakfast.
  • Environmental exposure: We head into the local valley to experience the method in nature.
  • Light lunch: Returning to the house to refuel.
  • Adaptive afternoon session: Based on the group’s progress and weather conditions, we will choose an activity to do together. Options include a supervised wild swim in the nearby river (safety conditions permitting).
  • Afternoon tea and integration: A final debrief to pull the weekend's learnings together.
  • Departure: You will leave with a clear understanding of the practice and access to my WhatsApp community for support.

Learning and practice

  • Full Wim Hof Method® curriculum delivered by a certified Advanced instructor.
  • Introduction to contrast therapy
  • Use of the ice baths and sauna facilities.
  • Lifetime access to my WhatsApp community.

The stay

  • One night in a private en-suite room at Heyford House.
  • Dedicated space for relaxation and reflection in the house or gardens.
  • On-site parking for the duration of your stay.

Food and drink

  • Home-cooked meals from Saturday lunch to Sunday afternoon tea.
  • Hot and cold drinks.

Heyford House is a safe and inclusive space. I will accommodate any specific needs regarding your gender, privacy, or comfort within the group. If you have specific concerns, please message me in confidence so we can ensure you feel entirely at ease during your stay.

I want this experience to be accessible to as many people as possible. However, I must be realistic about the physical environment. Heyford House is an older property with unavoidable stairs, and the weekend includes short walks into nature. If these barriers present a challenge for you, please get in touch before booking. I am happy to discuss the specifics and explore how the format can be adapted to suit your needs.

Sonya manages her own dietary needs, so she understands the importance of getting the details right. Whether you are vegan, gluten-free, or have specific allergies, she provides nourishing food that fits your requirements without any fuss. You can specify these on the health form we send after your booking is confirmed.

Every room features a private en-suite bathroom. Three of these rooms can be configured as either twin or double beds. The fourth is a double room, though we can add a Z-bed if separate sleeping is required.

I take your safety seriously. Once you have booked, I will send you a confidential health form to complete online. I am also available to discuss any specific concerns with you in confidence. Please note: If you have a specific medical condition or are unsure, please consult your doctor before booking.

You can pay in full or pay in three.


*Spread the cost over three interest-free instalments using PayPal. Please note that the 'Pay in 3' option is a credit agreement between you and PayPal directly. I do not manage the credit approval process or the repayment schedule.

Keep it simple. You do not need any specialist kit. You will need comfortable clothing for the breathwork, swimwear for the ice baths and sauna, and something casual for the evenings. Please wear whatever swimwear you feel most comfortable in.


Regarding the atmosphere at the house, much to Sonya’s annoyance, I usually live in shorts, hoodies, and sweatshirts with a distinct lack of shoes and socks. Please feel free to be just as relaxed.


I will send a full packing list once your spot is confirmed.

Sonya and I will handcraft you an Easter egg to take home. They are made from the finest single-origin Cacao Barry chocolate.

Talk to me directly

Ready to book?

I look forward to welcoming you. Message me on WhatsApp to finalise the details for your stay.


Need more clarity?

There is no sales team. I handle everything personally. Message me in confidence on WhatsApp to get the details you need. I’ll answer your questions directly and leave the final decision to you.

Get in touch on WhatsApp

Alternatively, you can email me. leo@lbltraining.com

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