Testimonials from Breathers
In one session, participants reported less tension, less stress, sharper focus, and meaningfully more energy. They also gave BreathTone near-perfect marks for safety and pacing, and nearly all said they would recommend it to others.
−40%
Stress & anxiety
average reduction
+39%
Energy
average increase
9.3 / 10
Felt safe & comfortable
average rating
−36%
Physical tension
average reduction
+31%
Mental clarity
average increase
9.1 / 10
Would recommend
average rating
The shift, in their own ratings
Participants rated themselves on a 0–10 scale before and after the workshop. The change was consistent across nearly every person and every dimension.
Measure
Before
After
Change
Physical tension (lower is better)
5.1
3.2
-36%
Emotional stress / anxiety (lower is better)
5.4
3.3
-40%
Mental clarity & focus (higher is better)
5.3
7.0
+31%
Energy level (higher is better)
5.5
7.7
+39%
What they felt
Participants came in with different intentions, to downshift stress, prep for performance, learn something new, find better sleep, or simply be curious. What they took away was specific, embodied, and often surprised them.
“I have a hard time turning my brain off and focusing on things without being distracted. Since this was new to me, I was able to focus because of the excellent cues and the explanations that were given. I felt like a different person afterward. The ability to take a deep breath is something that I struggle with when I’m stressed. This was a game changer for me, and I took away some awesome strategies that I will use in the future.”
— Amanda
“I’ve been stressed out recently, and this really helped me reset and come back to ground level.”
— Workshop participant
“Focusing on my breath helped me to be mindful about what I was doing in the moment and took my mind off the constant stream of what needs to get done next.”
— Workshop participant
“Able to take a deeper breath, felt more open in the shoulders, shoulder blade, and chest. Felt calmer and more centered. Enjoyed using the staff and challenging myself physically.”
— Amanda
“Less tension in my back and body. More mental peace and relaxation from the space.”
— Workshop participant
“A wonderful technique to calm my mind.”
— Workshop participant
What surprised them
BreathTone challenges the assumption that breathwork is only about slowing down. Several participants, including seasoned practitioners, were struck by how breath could be used to up-regulate the nervous system, build core strength, and integrate the body through staff work.
“It’s very different for me using breathwork in this manner. I’m used to breathwork always being a down regulator, but this was very different — being used to energize and ‘up-regulate’ the nervous system.”
— Workshop participant
“Knowledge of many breathing techniques. Staff work was completely new and I could feel the stretch benefits.”
— Bill
“I really enjoyed the staff portion of the session. The gentle stretching with the staff was unique and very relaxing. I definitely felt improvement in my physical tension, and overall sense of feeling ‘good’ after the session.”
— Kristen
“I enjoyed learning about the physical work with the staff.”
— Sara
On the teaching itself
Participants consistently named the instructor’s presence, knowledge, and care for safety as central to the experience. The safety-and-comfort score averaged 9.3 out of 10, with 14 of 18 participants rating it a 9 or 10.
“Honestly, you do amazing! Your guidance, your storytelling, your intention, your direction, your care for safety — are all outstanding and so inspirational.”
— Workshop participant
“I really enjoyed your whole session! It’s so refreshing meeting passionate breathwork buddies. I really liked how we sat up straight and strengthened our core throughout the practice. Planking was also fun to learn! Your backpack and mountain visualizations were very soothing and intentional, and I could feel myself letting go. You sounded very knowledgeable, confident, humble, and open.”
— Emily
“I learned something new. I had no idea about working with the staff, so that was pretty cool. Josh had great energy, patience, and guidance/awareness when people may have been struggling.”
— Workshop participant
“I loved your guided imagery — a lot of the language and powerful statements really resonated. Overall, absolutely loved my experience.”
— Workshop participant
Would they come back?
The recommendation score averaged 9.1 out of 10, with 13 of 18 participants giving the top scores of 9 or 10. The most common piece of constructive feedback was simply: make the workshop longer.
“I am in much gratitude for the focus on staff work — although I realize the great significance of the beginning breath! Maybe a longer class is needed!”
— Workshop participant
“I felt a little more relaxed. Overall, I loved the practice, totally see the value, and would love to do it again. And I would definitely recommend this to everyone!”
— Nadia
“A reminder of the power of the practice.”
— Workshop participant
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Survey period: August – September 2025 · n = 18 participants