Working with the breath. Understanding ourselves.
Breathing is one of the most constant and largely unconscious things we do. We rarely give it much thought, even though it is closely connected to how we experience the world and respond to what happens around us.
Our breath responds to what is happening in our bodies and minds. Because we can consciously influence the way we breathe, it offers a way to engage with that relationship from a different starting point.
Breathwork makes this relationship something we can actively engage with.
There are many different approaches to breathwork. Some involve simple, accessible practices that can support attention, steadiness and focus. Others involve more sustained breathing practices that can offer a deeper opportunity for personal exploration.
Fifth Field incorporates different approaches, including conscious connected breathwork pioneered by the Alchemy of Breath. We offer breathwork experiences in Singapore and across borders, for individuals, groups and organisations. Selected formats can also be offered online.
The breathing practices are not the destination. They create the conditions for people to observe their responses, deepen their self-understanding and discover new ways of relating to their experiences.
What happens during a session?
Every session includes a guided breathing practice. The approach, pace and duration will depend on the context, the participants and what the session is designed to explore.
A session creates space to step outside the usual demands and turn our attention inward: to our breathing, our physical and mental responses, and what we notice when we become more attentive to ourselves.
Participants are guided through the practice with clear instruction and support. Reflection allows them to make sense of what they notice and consider how it connects with familiar patterns, responses and behaviours.
The experience also introduces practical breathing tools that can be carried into everyday life. These might include simple ways to use the breath to settle, refocus, create a moment of pause or prepare for a demanding situation. The intention is that participants leave with more than an experience: they leave with practical tools they can draw on in the moments that matter.
Depending on the purpose and format, a session may include:
- An introduction to the practice, the breathing technique and what to expect.
- A guided breathing experience, with support and direction throughout.
- Opportunities to notice physical sensations, thoughts, feelings and responses as they arise.
- Reflection on the experience and its connection to everyday situations.
- Practical breathing tools and guidance on when and how to use them in daily life.
No previous experience with breathwork is needed. The practices and tools are introduced and guided, with the approach adapted to the people taking part.
More than a breathing technique
The value of the practice extends beyond the session itself.
It can open up a wider inquiry into how we respond to pressure, where our attention is directed, the patterns that shape our behaviour and the ways we relate to others.
These questions reach far beyond the breathing practice. They shape how we work, lead, learn and live.
How we work
Experiences can be offered one-to-one or in groups, in person or online. They may be standalone sessions or form part of a wider programme or engagement.
Each engagement is shaped around its purpose and context. The choice of breathing practice, format, duration and supporting activities is considered in relation to the people involved and what the experience is intended to offer.
For organisations, this can include integrating breathwork and embodied practices into leadership development, team experiences and wider learning initiatives.
Frequently asked questions
What is breathwork?
Breathwork encompasses a range of practices that involve consciously directing or changing our breathing patterns.
Different approaches engage the breath in different ways and can produce different physiological and experiential responses. Some are simple and accessible, while others involve more sustained breathing practices.
At Fifth Field, breathwork is used as a way to explore the relationship between breathing, the body, our thoughts and feelings, and how we experience the world around us.
What is conscious connected breathwork?
Conscious connected breathwork is an approach in which the breathing follows a continuous rhythm, without deliberate pauses between the inhale and exhale.
It is a more immersive form of practice that requires appropriate preparation, guidance and consideration of individual circumstances.
Do I need any previous experience?
No. You do not need previous experience with breathwork.
Each practice is explained in advance, with clear guidance and support throughout the session. The approach is shaped around the people involved and the context.
What happens during a session?
Every session includes a guided breathing practice. Participants are introduced to the technique, guided through the experience and given practical breathing tools they can use in everyday life.
Depending on the session, there may also be time for reflection and for exploring how the experience connects with familiar situations, responses and patterns.
The length and nature of the practice depend on the format and the people involved.
Is breathwork suitable for everyone?
Not every breathing practice is suitable for every person.
Breathing practices vary in intensity and are not suitable for everyone. Certain health conditions and individual circumstances may require an alternative approach or mean that participation is not appropriate. We discuss relevant health considerations before a session and determine an appropriate approach.
Breathwork is not a substitute for medical or psychological care.
Can this be part of a leadership or learning programme?
Yes. Fifth Field works with organisations, schools and learning communities to design experiences that complement wider leadership, team and learning initiatives.
The format and content are tailored to the context, participants and intended outcomes.
Are online sessions available?
Yes. Selected individual and group experiences can be conducted online. The format is discussed during the initial conversation.
Where is Fifth Field based?
Fifth Field is based in Singapore and works with individuals, organisations and learning communities in Singapore and across borders. Sessions and programmes may be offered in person or online, depending on the format and context.
Do you offer corporate breathwork in Singapore?
Yes. Fifth Field works with organisations in Singapore and internationally, offering breathwork experiences that can stand alone or be integrated into leadership development, team experiences, offsites and wider organisational programmes.
Do you offer individual and group breathwork sessions in Singapore?
Yes. Fifth Field offers individual and group breathwork experiences in Singapore, including accessible breathing practices and more immersive approaches such as conscious connected breathwork. Availability and format can be discussed directly.