Return to wholeness

with Alex Giffoni

Receive the healing benefits of cross-cultural integrative therapies
at the sacred Breathing Space Therapies at The Yoga Barn

reiki & Shamanic Reiki

The Japanese word ‘Reiki’ literally translates as universal life force energy. Developed by Mikao Usui in the early 20th century, Reiki is a safe and restorative system of healing in which the practitioner gently places hands on or over the receiver’s body to facilitate inner balance and the flow of stagnant energy.

During shamanic reiki sessions, some shamanic tools and sacred instruments are incorporated.

Experience a deep sense of inner calm and balance, relaxation, a meditative state of mind, vibrant energy and renewed vitality.

Reiki is offered fully clothed on a massage couch. 60 mins or 75 mins experience

Therapeutic Thai Yoga massage

With roots in the Indian systems of Yoga and Ayurveda, Thai Yoga Massage is a holistic therapy where the human being is seen and treated as an ever-changing network of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects that all influence each other.

Its primary aim is to restore and balance the flow of vital energy in the body, improving posture, breathing, flexibility, digestion and circulation. Muscles are stretched, inner organs toned and a deep sense of peace and relaxation can be experienced during and after a treatment.

Thai Yoga massage is offered fully clothed on a very comfortable futon on the floor. 60 mins/ 75 mins or 90 mins experience.

Shamanic therapy 

Shamanism is a constellation of healing practices that bridge the seen and the unseen. Typically associated with indigenous wisdoms across different times and cultures, Shamanic therapy makes use of different tools to support the harmonising of Self in all dimensions of life’s experience – physical, emotional, mental, energetic & spiritual.

Offered in a sacred and safe space, these sessions are held in deep honouring of First Nation’s ancient elemental wisdom.Shamanic therapy is offered fully clothed on a massage couch. 90 mins experience.

Cacao ritual | experience

Cacao gatherings have been around for thousands of years, dating back to the Mayan and Aztec traditions of Central and South America, used for spiritual, medicinal and ceremonial purposes for inner awakening and creative guidance.

As well as being a superfood, extremely rich in antioxidants and nutrients, Cacao is considered a potent ‘heart-opener’. When drinking this gentle medicine you are likely to experience a feeling of openness, effortlessly creating more inner space for self-love, compassion, forgiveness; allowing more focus, creativity and self-expression, and becoming more mindful of your own physical, emotional and spiritual bodies. Experience joy, ease and purpose. We only use the highest quality cultivated and harvested, organic and ceremonial grade Cacao. Cacao is NOT a hallucinogenic plant medicine and it does not promote altered states of consciousness. The duration of this unique experience is discussed with each client or group individually.

Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage

Abhyanga is far more than a simple oil massage—it’s a cornerstone therapy in Ayurvedic medicine that has been practiced for thousands of years. The word itself comes from Sanskrit, where “abhi” means “towards” and “anga” means “movement” or “limb.” More poetically, some translate it as “great oiling with loving hands,” which beautifully captures both its physical application and the compassionate intent behind the practice. Excellent for pain relief and balancing your whole being, abhyanga is usually characterised by a specific sequence of strokes including long, sweeping movements using high quality warm, herbal oils. usually chosen by your therapist for your specific body-type or constitution. The beauty of abhyanga is that as well as being a profoundly relaxing experience for the physical body, is that it works on a more subtle level calming the nervous system and the mind.

Receiving abhyanga massage can offer a feeling of  grounding and stability, of warmth and comfort. Regularly receiving abhyanga is a most pleasurable way to keep yourself in vibrant health and integral balance, via the skin, which ayurveda recognises as a major organ and vehicle to reach our internal landscape (organs, bones, muscles). The skin is both a protective shield and a gateway to nourishing our bodies' more subtle channels through our pores. Abhyanga is offered on a massage couch, warm medicinal oil is applied directly on skin (towels cover the body). 60 mins/ 75 mins or 90 mins experience.

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treatment bundles

facilitating healing presence and grace

Immersive, multi-layered journeys designed to relax, rebalance, restore, realign and recharge your whole being. Deeply attuned to the alchemical power of the four elements, our treatments invite healing and transformation for your mind, heart, body and spirit.

  • Slow Flow Yoga + Reiki Energy Healing (with intuitive sound)

    or

    Breath Work + Yoga Nidra + Reiki Healing (90min | £75)

  • Gentle Flow Yoga + Cacao Ceremony + Chants / Mantras

    or

    Cacao ceremony + Mindful Movement + Reiki Healing with intuitive sound

    (price varies depending on duration and numbers)

  • Grounding Yoga + Therapeutic Thai Yoga massage (120 mins - £110)

    or

    Cacao ceremony + Drumming + Therapeutic Thai Yoga massage (120 mins - £110)

  • Shamanic healing + Shamanic Journeying with intuitive sound

    or

    Cacao Ceremony + Shamanic Journeying with intuitive sound

kind words

  • A wonderful, extremely welcoming and utterly relaxing space, and Alex is a truly amazing, talented, kind and compassionate teacher. I feel very grateful to have found my way to The Yoga Barn and to be able to join in on the various soul-feeding yoga, meditation and reiki experiences Alex offers. ~ Christel

  • The Meditation and Reiki healing circle was such a very precious experience, a feeling of being held and kept warm. Thank you so much for making it happen. I had a lovely sleep, just had a quick dip, and look forward to my day with still a lovely and peaceful glow. ~ June

  • We LOVED our yoga & massages with Alex. Thank you so much for the special care you gave. We’ve had a great trip, & you’ve helped make it so. ~ Ailsa and friends

  • Alex’s calm, measured, structured sessions, the music, the readings, the underfloor heating, the smell, the tea all these contribute to the tranquil ambience at The Yoga Barn. To be with Alex in The Yoga Barn is comforting to the soul and stimulating for the body. ~ Polly

  • Just wanted to say how grateful I am for my Reiki session yesterday. I slept for three hours in the afternoon…deep deep sleep. I woke this morning feeling alive in a way I haven’t for a long time. My legs feel like I have done a long ballet class, but it’s not an unpleasant feeling. I have no idea what is going on, nor do I need to know, I shall just go with it. Be blessed. Hugs, Ruth

  • I’m honestly so blown away with my experience on Saturday, so much thanks to you. I don’t honestly think I’ve settled into a group experience like that so deeply before. I went everywhere and through so much and it was deeply healing. I adore doing these with you and will be back! So much love. – J.B.

  • Words can’t describe how much it means to me to be able to join such a sacred gathering and to be held in the light of wisdom and love. The place of peace that I reach during your heart portals is so rare for me and just to touch it for a few hours reminds me of who I am and my place in the world. I am truly grateful and will certainly be back for the next one. – C. R.

  • What a blessing last night was! It was such a lovely evening. The space that you created both physically and spiritually was beautiful, as always so much gratitude to you for holding these ceremonies and practices.

  • Yes please my dear friend, to the next cacao event!! Had such a wonderful evening. Tingly all over, heart oppeness and love together with beautiful peaceful dreams. Peace and love surrounded me and a true sense of well being with healing. Thank you xxx – N.S.

I am.
And by being, I allow you to be.
I witness, with my mind and my heart:
I see your soul`s wisdom.
I hold your joy, doubt, hope, fear, yearning and pain in a safe, compassionate space.
I guide your steps through mindful awareness into empowered responsibility.
I lovingly challenge you to choose joy, hear your soul`s voice, and create a life aligned with who you are.
This is how I serve.

~ author unknown