Sanctuary Sessions at the Wye Valley Sculpture Garden

Qi Gong & Soma Breath with Andy Squiff

Reconnect with yourself through movement, breath, art and nature.

As the days grow shorter and the seasons turn towards winter, nature naturally begins to slow down and retreat inwards.

This autumn and winter, we're inviting you to do the same.

After three wonderful Sanctuary Sessions earlier in the year, we're bringing the sessions back in a new seasonal format — a monthly Tuesday evening gathering for our local community and those living in the surrounding Wye Valley.

Step away from the demands of everyday life and join us for two hours of gentle movement, breathwork, relaxation and reconnection.

Each session combines the gentle flowing movements of Qi Gong with the transformative practice of Soma Breath, creating space to release tension, quieten a busy mind and reconnect with yourself.

Inspired by the Celtic Wheel of the Year, the autumn and winter months offer a natural opportunity to pause, rest and turn our attention inwards. Each Sanctuary Session will provide a little space away from the busyness of everyday life — a chance to breathe, move, reflect and simply be.

For the autumn and winter months, we'll gather indoors at The Taproom,  directly opposite Wye Valley Sculpture Garden entrance. It's a warm, peaceful space where we can come together as the evenings draw in.  Parking at the Wye Valley Sculpture Garden car park.

Whether you've joined us before or you're discovering Qi Gong and breathwork for the first time, you're very welcome.

Meet Your Guide

Your session is led by Andy Squiff, founder of Inspiral Flowstate.

Andy has practised Qi Gong and Tai Chi since 2011 and became a certified Soma Breath Instructor in 2023. He has since guided individuals, community groups and businesses through practices that reduce stress, build resilience and promote lasting wellbeing.

Known for his warm and down-to-earth approach, Andy creates a welcoming space where beginners and experienced practitioners alike can relax, reconnect and enjoy the benefits of mindful movement and breath.

During Your Session

You'll experience:

• Gentle Qi Gong movement
• Guided Soma Breath
• Deep relaxation and nervous system regulation
• Improved body awareness and resilience to stress
• A stronger connection with yourself and the natural world

You'll leave feeling calmer, clearer and more grounded.

What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing
• Flat shoes (or bare feet if conditions allow)
• Yoga mat or blanket
• Water bottle

Important Information

Exhale breath retention is not recommended if you:

• Are pregnant
• Have epilepsy
• Have a pacemaker or irregular heartbeat
• Have severe uncontrolled hypertension
• Have a serious respiratory illness or infection
• Have organ failure or a late-stage terminal illness

If you're unsure whether the breathwork is suitable for you, please contact Andy before booking.

Session Details

Second Tuesday of each month: 12th October 2026, 10th November 2026, 8th December 2026, 12th January 2027
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Tickets:
Adult - £20
Bring a Friend - £35

We've listened to your feedback from our first four sessions, and the evening time was the clear favourite in our recent poll. So for the autumn and winter months, we're settling into a regular monthly Tuesday evening gathering.

A chance to come together locally, slow down and create a little sanctuary in the middle of the week.

Booking Information

Each session requires a minimum of 6 participants to run. If your chosen session doesn't reach the minimum number, we'll contact you at least 24 hours before to offer you a place on the alternative session that week. If that isn't suitable, you'll receive a full refund.

Venue: Taproom, opposite Wye Valley Sculpture Garden
Suitable for: Beginners and experienced practitioners
Booking: Advance booking is essential.

Come on your own, bring a friend, and take two hours for yourself.

A place to pause.
A space to breathe.
A moment to reconnect.

Your sanctuary, through the turning of the year.