Holotropic Breathwork® Intensive With
Stacia Butterfield
Exploring The Healing Potential of Expanded States of Consciousness
October 5–8, 2023 // Weekend Intensive // In-Person
October 5–8, 2023 // Weekend Intensive // In-Person
For thousands of years and across many cultures, non-ordinary states of consciousness have been used as a potent strategy for deep transformation and meaningful self-exploration.
Originated by Stanislav Grof, the pioneering psychedelic researcher, and his late wife, Christina Grof, Holotropic Breathwork® draws from time-honored practices that are simple yet powerful techniques for shifting consciousness. Holotropic Breathwork® is a sonically driven, immersive practice that uses accelerated breathing, evocative music, somatic awareness, and expressive arts to access the healing potential of these states.
In addition to consideration of set and setting, the approach is grounded in the skillful support of each individual’s intrinsic healing intelligence and capacity to orient toward a more transformative and integrated experience of one’s true nature.
In this non-residential retreat, we will gather in the rich field of community for an immersive experience and personal exploration of enhanced states of consciousness, including strategies to prepare for, navigate, and integrate these deep experiences.
This retreat includes four breathwork sessions (two as breather, two as sitter). While deepening your personal journey, you will also gain experience sitting for others in ‘non-ordinary state’ space. Contemplative practice, movement, expressive arts, and time in community will be offered throughout the retreat to support the integration process.
This intensive is suited for all those of heart who are curious about Holotropic Breathwork® and learning more about enhanced states of consciousness. No previous experience is necessary. New and experienced breathers/explorers alike can benefit.
Naropa University Performing Arts Center
2130 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder, CO, 80302
Thursday | October 5th 2023 | 6:30pm – 9:30pm Mountain Time
Friday | October 6th 2023 | 9:00am – 6:00pm Mountain Time
Saturday | October 7th 2023 | 9:00am – 6:00pm Mountain Time
Sunday | October 8th 2023 | 9:00am – 12:00pm Mountain Time
This is a non-residential retreat, and overnight accommodations are not provided.
To maintain a supportive retreat container, lunch will be served on both Friday and Saturday.
Full participation in all retreat sessions is required. Spots are limited.
Standard Price: $575
Naropa Community Price: $515
Naropa staff, faculty, students, and alumnx: Email extendedcampus@naropa.edu to request a discount code.
All participants are required to provide documented proof of a negative COVID-19 test result, self-administered no more than 24 hours before the start of the Intensive. Proof of a negative test result must be provided at the time of check in on October 15th, and failure to do so may result in exclusion from the Intensive.
Intensive capacity has also been limited in the interest of promoting reasonable health and safety within our large practice space. At this time, face masks are optional, but encourage during integration and community gathering times, and for those who are “sitting.”
Stacia Butterfield is a certified Holotropic Breathwork® practitioner with 15+ years of dedicated service and close work with Stanislav Grof, the originator of Holotropic Breathwork and a pioneering psychedelic researcher. She has also been a senior staff member coordinating, facilitating, and teaching residential Holotropic Breathwork® training retreats across the U.S. for many years.
More recently, Stacia has brought immersive experiential retreats to the MAPS MDMA Training Program, MAPS Board of Directors Annual Meeting, Esalen Institute, Naropa University’s Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies Training Program, and other clinical and corporate programs in the US and Canada.
As a certified Somatic Practitioner for almost 25 years, Stacia’s long interest in the wisdom of the body and deep trust in the intrinsic healing orientation of the psyche informs her work with others. In addition to extensive experience with expanded states of consciousness, Stacia is a long-time student of Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes Reyes, and uses stories, myths, writing, ritual and other contemplative practices to strengthen one’s inner knowing in support of the journey toward a more nourishing and authentic aliveness in the world.
To learn more about Stacia, visit her website.
Stacia Butterfield is a certified Holotropic Breathwork® practitioner with 15+ years of dedicated service and close work with Stanislav Grof, the originator of Holotropic Breathwork and a pioneering psychedelic researcher. She has also been a senior staff member coordinating, facilitating, and teaching residential Holotropic Breathwork® training retreats across the U.S. for many years.
More recently, Stacia has brought immersive experiential retreats to the MAPS MDMA Training Program, MAPS Board of Directors Annual Meeting, Esalen Institute, Naropa University’s Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies Training Program, and other clinical and corporate programs in the US and Canada.
As a certified Somatic Practitioner for almost 25 years, Stacia’s long interest in the wisdom of the body and deep trust in the intrinsic healing orientation of the psyche informs her work with others. In addition to extensive experience with expanded states of consciousness, Stacia is a long-time student of Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes Reyes, and uses stories, myths, writing, ritual and other contemplative practices to strengthen one’s inner knowing in support of the journey toward a more nourishing and authentic aliveness in the world.
To learn more about Stacia, visit her website.
This program is proudly offered by Naropa Extended Campus, our continuing education and public programs division.
Join our newsletter to stay informed about the diverse array of experiential and contemplative learning opportunities we offer, such as our upcoming events with Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche.
About Naropa
Located in Boulder, Colorado, Naropa University is a Buddhist-inspired, nonsectarian liberal arts university that is recognized as the birthplace of the mindfulness movement. Naropa offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs that emphasize professional and personal growth, intellectual development, and cultivating compassion.
Academics
Contemplative education brings together the best of Western scholarship and Eastern world wisdom traditions. Therefore, your pursuit of wisdom at Naropa means learning both about academic subjects and about your own place in the world. This innovative approach places Naropa on the cutting edge of the newest and most effective methods of teaching and learning.
Admissions & Aid
If you’re seeking an education that resonates with both personal fulfillment and global impact, Naropa could be your top choice. At Naropa, you will experience a comprehensive curriculum that integrates the best of Eastern and Western educational approaches. Explore how Naropa can fuel your journey of intellectual and spiritual development.
Life at Naropa
Through its incredibly vibrant and welcoming community, “Naropa offers a home for those who aren’t willing to conform to convention—the mystic, the healer, the prophet, the rebel, the artist, the revolutionary, the oddball—those who are incredible contributors to the evolution of society and of our planet.”—Core Associate Professor Zvi Ish-Shalom
The Naropa Difference
How is Naropa different from other universities? At Naropa, a liberal arts education balances rigorous academics with powerful interpersonal skills and self-awareness to educate the whole person. Naropa’s contemplative approach is inspired by Buddhist philosophy and the conviction that we can build a diverse, contemplative, enlightened society when we have transformed education to affirm the basic goodness of every person.
Support Naropa
At a time when the value of higher education is being questioned, Naropa University stands firmly rooted in its mission to create a more just and regenerative world by nurturing insight, awareness, courage, and compassion in its students. By making a gift to Naropa, you play a pivotal role in helping to create the authentic, effective & mindful leaders that the world desperately needs.
Due to adverse weather conditions of high winds and planned power outages, all Naropa campuses will be closed today.
Graduate School of Counseling concentrations listed below will be offering online and low-residency courses to start their programs in January 2026 as well as our Summer 2026 terms.
Beginning a graduate program in Spring 2026 or Summer 2026 means that you will have access to apply for Graduate Plus loans as these loans will be eliminated at the federal level starting in Fall 2026.
Contact Admissions (admissions@naropa.edu) today to learn how you can begin the next step in your graduate education journey.
