Brendan de Kock

I started teaching yoga, meditation, tai chi, and qigong in 2013. Since discovering the Buteyko breathing method in 2017, I have transformed my entire approach to teaching breathing and movement.

Having experienced the many benefits of functional breathing first-hand, I now find immense joy in helping others restore their breathing to its natural state, and learn a lot in the process.

I am especially interested in working with clients who struggle with anxiety and issues related to sleep, or simply want to improve overall fitness and develop a more mindful approach towards movement and exercise.

Brendan is native to and based in Pretoria. You can contact him on Instagram at @brendanbreathes or send an email to [email protected]

Sandy Mitchell – Cape Town

My journey with Buteyko breathing started after I had Covid. Being Asthmatic I have always been on the search for natural ways to supplement my asthma medication and a bout of covid lead me to research further. I stumbled upon Buteyko breathing and decided to give it a try and I haven’t looked back!

I next came across Dru Yoga, which is relatively unknown in South Africa, but I was quickly drawn to sign up to their online classes. As I came to love Dru Yoga so much I wanted to share it with others and signed up for their online teacher training.

I have completed my 200hr training and continue with other courses to improve my knowledge of yoga. After completing a Breathwork course I realised that Buteyko is where my passion lies and enrolled with the Buteyko Clinic International.

My passion for correct breathing is brought into my yoga classes, where I endeavour to teach habits that my students will take into their daily lives and not just in the class. It is a natural extension then that I now teach clients outside of yoga with learning the Buteyko Method.

I am based in Cape Town, South Africa and am open to in person or online consultations. I like to work with both adults and children and often work in consultation with a supportive GP/ homeopath. My interest lies in asthma, rhinitis, COPD and anxiety but am open to anyone wanting to improve their health with functional breathing.

Website: https://sandymitchell.co.za/
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 84 506 7499

Janay Alexander-Gilchrist – Pretoria

Member of ANLP, Member of The Association for Integrative Psychology

Janay is a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Psychotherapist, Hypnobirthing practitioner, Master NLP Practitioner & Buteyko Method Breathing Practitioner. But, importantly a mother, a wife, a daughter & a friend.

Janay’s passion for helping others with breathing difficulties comes from her own journey with asthma. Janay was diagnosed with asthma at 6 years old, her condition impacted her ability to enjoy physical activity, sports & recreational activities as a child. The long term effects were sinusitis, allergies, mouth breathing, dental issues, TMJ issues, memory & concentration.

Janay says: “For the first time in my life I feel like I can leave the house without my asthma pump!. It’s taken me 52 years to find a way of breathing that actually improves my quality of life.

This information should be shared every person with asthma – it’s amazing to know there is a technique out there that is free, easy to use & available at any time to anyone.

The impact of breathing is far reaching: breathing correctly improves sleep, concentration, ability to do physical activity & exercise. It also helps with digestion & supports your body’s natural immune system – so you are healthier. Your energy levels are better & your quality of life is vastly improved through breathing correctly.

The Buteyko Breathing Exercises do not cure asthma but they drastically reduce the symptoms & the need for medication. It is truly life changing!”

Janay is based in Pretoria, South Africa, offering in-person classes as well as online sessions.

Contact details:

Email: [email protected]
Call: 076 604 2228