Niels van der Valk
is a Dutch native who has called Basel home for over nine years, where he lives with his wife and daughter. After experiencing burnout, he committed himself to supporting mental wellbeing — training under renowned breathwork teachers and developing practical tools to help others heal, grow, and reconnect with what truly matters.
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Through Breath Inspiration and Elevated Mind Retreats, Niels shares the transformative benefits of Conscious Connected Breathwork, combining scientific understanding with grounded, heart-led guidance. His mission is to empower individuals and groups to release stress, gain clarity, and rediscover their inner strength.
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Niels is officially certified to facilitate private and group breathwork sessions under the guidance and methodology of Jon Paul Crimi.
My Story
After many years in corporate managerial roles, a significant life event shook me to the core. Burnout became a harsh reality, leading to a deep reevaluation of my life. This wake-up call prompted the need for inner transformation, but where should I start this journey?
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The turning point occurred during a retreat when I experienced a powerful breathwork session, specifically conscious connected breathwork. In that moment, I connected with my inner voice, sparking a profound calling to support others through breathwork.
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Breathwork had transformed my life in ways that nothing else had, despite my previous efforts in various avenues.
Following the retreat, I embarked on a personal journey to explore various breathing techniques, which eventually led to the creation of Breath Inspiration. I'm thrilled about the opportunity to personally guide you in discovering how breathwork can bring transformative changes to your life.
I look forward to connecting with you.
Niels