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Academic Wellbeing Programs for Universities

Guided breathwork and immersive sound for students and staff. Practical sessions to reduce stress, enhance focus, and strengthen wellbeing in higher education.

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Why Academic Wellbeing Matters in Universities

Students and staff at universities face increasing pressures that can affect focus, wellbeing, and academic performance. National wellbeing surveys consistently highlight rising levels of stress, anxiety, and burnout across the higher education sector:

  • High workloads and assignment deadlines

  • Exam-related stress and anxiety

  • Transition challenges (first-year students, postgraduates)

  • Staff burnout and emotional exhaustion

  • Feelings of isolation and disconnection on campus

Breath & Sound programs provide practical tools to:

  • Reduce stress and anxiety

  • Support emotional balance

  • Improve focus and concentration

  • Foster a sense of connection and resilience

University students experiencing academic stress and pressure in study environment

What is Breath & Sound?

Breath & Sound combines:

  • Simple, easy-to-follow breathing techniques

  • Immersive soundscapes

  • Live ambient DJing

This creates a deeply calming, engaging experience for both students and staff.

Participants benefit from:

  • Feeling calmer and more focused

  • Improved ability to manage academic pressures

  • Greater confidence using simple, practical breath and sound techniques

Accessible sessions suitable for all experience levels

How it works:

  • Guided breathwork down-regulates the nervous system

  • Immersive sound helps reduce anxiety and overwhelm

  • Sessions improve attention, focus, and presence

Our Programs: Students and Staff

Our sessions are designed to be delivered in person, creating an immersive environment where participants can fully experience the benefits of guided breathwork and sound.

University students participating in Breath & Sound academic wellbeing program

Introductory Campus Sessions

Ideal for Orientation Week, exam periods, or wellbeing initiatives:

30–60 minute guided session

Simple breathing techniques anyone can follow

Immersive soundscapes with live ambient DJing

Students attending introductory academic wellbeing session with guided breathwork

Semester Series Programs

Build resilience over time:

4–8 sessions across a term

Tailored for student cohorts (first years, postgraduates, or specific faculties)

Focused themes: stress management, sleep support, mindful performance, community connection

Every session includes breathwork + live immersive sound

University students participating in semester-long Breath & Sound wellbeing program

Staff & Lecturer Wellbeing Workshops

Support the wellbeing of university staff and lecturers:

Smaller group sessions

Practical breathing tools + immersive sound experience

Helps prevent burnout and improve focus

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Benefits for Universities

Students

  • Reduced exam and assignment stress

  • Improved concentration and academic performance

  • Better sleep and emotional balance

  • Enhanced sense of community and belonging

Staff & Lecturers

  • Tools to manage workload and prevent burnout

  • Increased focus, clarity, and energy

  • Practical nervous system regulation techniques

  • Support for team wellbeing

Professional & Safe

  • Public liability insurance

  • Accredited breathwork facilitators

  • Clear session outlines and expectations

  • Adaptations for accessibility and neurodiversity

Meet the Facilitator

Paul Peterson helps students and staff access the calming power of conscious breathing.

With over 25 years of experience in yoga and meditation, Paul discovered the deep connection between breath, body, and mind.

Drawing on his passion for music and years of experience as a DJ, Paul creates immersive sessions where ambient sound meets mindful breathing—offering participants a space to pause, reset, and reconnect.

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What Participants Say

  • “We tend to take our breath for granted because it’s innate. Do one of Paul’s breath and sound classes and that will change; he takes you on a journey to harness your breath, to use it in ways I never believed could be so powerful. I feel a deep sense of calm after Breath & Sound and have another weapon to combat stress and anxiety.”

    Trish

  • “After attending Breath & Sound with Paul. I shared the box breathing technique with my partner. He often donates blood and one day he used it before a donation. He entered the blood bank after a busy day, the nurse measured his blood pressure and said it was too high for him to do the donation.

    He did 2 minutes of box breathing, and then asked the nurse to measure his blood pressure again. Astonished, she said his heart rate had returned to normal, in a record time that she'd never seen before!”

    Kate

  • “I have been attending both Paul's online and in person breath workshops for over a year and regardless of the format always come away feeling calmer, more in tune with my body and with a few learnings that I am able to apply to my own practice. As a beginner, I have learnt so much from Paul's workshops and I look forward to learning more going forward.”

    Callum

  • “I never realised how much tension and stress I was holding in my body until I tried one of Paul’s breathwork classes. With each breath, I could feel the tension melting away, and I was left with a profound sense of calm and clarity. I’ve been practicing breathwork regularly now, and it's become an essential tool for managing my stress and anxiety. It’s amazing how something as simple as breathing can have such a profound impact on our well-being.”

    Mary

  • “I was so surprised at how powerful my breath could be when I tried Breath & Sound. With each intentional inhale and exhale alongside the ambient music, I felt my mind and body relax. I was able to release pent-up emotions and tension that I didn’t realise I was carrying. The best part was the clarity and peace I felt afterwards. I was able to approach the rest of my week with a renewed energy and focus. Breathwork is now in my daily routine!”

    Jim

  • "Before I discovered breathwork, I struggled with anxiety and stress on a daily basis. I tried different relaxation techniques like meditation and yoga, but they didn't really work for me. Then, a friend recommended Paul and Breath & Sound and I decided to give it a try. During my first session, I was amazed at how much I could feel the effects of my breathing on my body and mind. I felt a sense of calm and relaxation that I had never experienced before.

    Breathwork has become a powerful tool for me to manage stress and anxiety, and it's also helped me connect more deeply with my body and emotions. I'm grateful for the benefits it's brought to my life."

    Sophie

  • “Breath & Sound has become one of my favourite 45 minutes of the week. Paul is a personable, warm and well-informed teacher, who blends just the right amount of music and practical exercises. I feel as though I'm learning a lot and adding to my personal resources and techniques. Highly recommended.”

    Chris

Bring Breath & Sound to Your Campus

We tailor programs to fit your institution’s needs, whether for students, staff, or both.

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