Welcome

Thank you for choosing to explore breathwork with Melanie Briony.


Your safety and wellbeing are my top priorities. Breathwork can be a powerful tools for transformation, but it can also carry risks if undertaken without appropriate care.


It is essential that you read and understand the information below before participating. PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO BEFORE YOU ATTEND: https://youtu.be/qt_Vx1hUnb8

MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS

BREATHWORK

Breathwork can be a powerful and transformative experience. However, certain medical and psychological conditions may make it unsafe to participate in practices involving high ventilation or breath-hold techniques.

It is essential that you read the information below carefully and take full responsibility for your health and safety.

If you have, or have ever had, any of the conditions listed under Absolute Contraindications, you MUST obtain medical clearance from your GP or treating practitioner before attending a breathwork workshop, event, or 1:1 session.

If any of the Relative Contraindications apply to you, please notify Melanie before the session, as modifications or additional precautions may be required.

ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATIONS

Medical clearance from your doctor is required before participating.

  • Cardiovascular disease, including angina, previous heart attack, or stroke

  • High blood pressure (not controlled with medication) or low blood pressure with a history of fainting

  • Diagnosis of aneurysm in the brain or abdomen

  • Uncontrolled thyroid conditions and uncontrolled diabetes

  • Epilepsy and/or seizures

  • Prior diagnosis of bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, or a history of psychosis

  • Hospitalisation for any recent psychiatric condition or emotional crisis

  • Pregnancy

  • Detached retina

  • Glaucoma

  • Any other medical, psychiatric, or physical condition that may impair or affect your ability to engage in activities involving intense physical and/or emotional release. This may include recent withdrawal from medications such as HRT.

RELATIVE CONTRAINDICATIONS

Please inform Melanie if any of the following apply:

  • Asthma – Please bring your inhaler and keep it with you throughout the session.

  • Recent surgeries – If you’ve had surgery in the past 3–6 months, please consult your GP before participating in high-ventilation breathwork.

  • Presence of acute illness or symptoms

IMPORTANT NOTICE

It is your responsibility to obtain any necessary medical advice before participating.

It is your responsibility to inform Melanie Briony of any relevant medical conditions, even if you have been cleared by your doctor, where special consideration may be required.

The list of contraindications provided is not exhaustive.
Other medical, physical, or psychological conditions may also require medical clearance before participating.

✅ If you are unsure whether breathwork is appropriate for you, you must consult a qualified medical professional prior to attending.

✅ Participation is at your own risk.

Failure to disclose a relevant medical condition may increase your risk of harm and could affect your ability to safely participate.


Melanie Briony reserves the right to decline participation if there are concerns about your safety.

If you have any questions, please reach out: [email protected]

WAIVER & RELEASE

By participating, you agree to take full responsibility for your health and wellbeing during and after a breathwork session.


These practices are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
You accept that you participate at your own risk.


ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I ("the participant") acknowledge and agree that:

  • I have read the Medical Considerations above and understand the potential risks.

  • I have sought appropriate medical advice where required and am responsible for my own decision to participate.

  • I have disclosed any relevant conditions that may require special consideration during sessions.

  • I understand that Melanie Briony’s sessions do not replace medical advice or treatment.

  • I participate voluntarily and accept full responsibility for any and all risks involved, whether known or unknown, including physical injury, psychological or emotional effects, death, loss, or property damage.

  • My participation does not create a client-practitioner or therapeutic relationship with Melanie Briony.


RELEASE OF LIABILITY

I hereby release, waive, and discharge Melanie Briony and her employees, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, or liabilities whatsoever, known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, arising from my participation in any session, event, or workshop.


USE OF MEDIA

Photographs, video recordings, or audio recordings may be taken during sessions for promotional and/or educational purposes.


If you do not consent to this, you must advise Melanie Briony before the session begins.


MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

In the event of a medical emergency, I authorise Melanie Briony and her representatives to seek and consent to any necessary medical treatment on my behalf.


I understand that I am responsible for any associated medical costs.


FINAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

By signing below, I confirm that:

  • I have read, understood, and agree to the Medical Considerations, Waiver, and Release outlined above.

  • I have sought medical advice where necessary.

  • I have disclosed any conditions requiring special consideration.

  • I voluntarily accept the risks involved in participating.

  • I understand that by agreeing to this waiver, I am giving up certain legal rights.

I confirm the above and agree to the terms and conditions.