Meet your Host

Emma Estrela is a certified instructor of The Breathing Class by Dr. Belisa Vranich and the Wim Hof Method level 3, the highest possible. She is an international speaker and an ambassador for the Wim Hof Method. She has completed both a Marathon and an Ultra Marathon without any conventional training, fully incorporating the Wim Hoff Method, the valuable mechanics by The Breathing Class by Dr. Belisa Vranich and the Buteyko Method by Konstantin Pavlovich Buteyko as part of her training regime.

Since then, Emma has studied with Patrick Mckeown (Oxygen Advantage) to gain a deeper understanding of the science of efficient breathing through the nose.
Emma understands the body doesn’t lie and her key has been discovering the true power of Breathwork for healing

Wim Hof Method

Wim Hof is a Dutch extreme athlete noted for his ability to withstand freezing temperatures, which he attributes to the Wim Hof Method.

The Wim Hof Method is comprised of three pillars, Breathwork, Cold Exposure and Commitment. The power of the Wim Hof Method is the combination of the three pillars. A committed, consistent practice including the breathing technique and cold exposure can help you unlock a host of benefits including; increased energy, better sleep, reduced stress levels, heightened focus & determination, increased willpower and stronger immune system.

Wim Hof Spa Day Cost & Programme

The Spa Day cost is £165 per person, £145 for members of Swinton Country Club and Spa.

9am - Arrive to Swinton Country Club and Spa reception to an arrival wellness drink where your Wim Hof instructor, Emma, will meet you.
Breathing session will take place in the Studio. Breathing is one of the pillars of the Wim Hof Method, we’re always breathing, yet we’re mostly unaware of its tremendous potential. Heightened oxygen levels hold a treasure trove of benefits, and the specialized breathing technique of the Wim Hof Method unearths them all: more energy, reduced stress levels, and an augmented immune response that swiftly deals with pathogens.
Cold exposure will take place at Coffin Pond or the Natural Pool (weather dependent). The cold is you friend and one of the three pillars of the Wim Hof Method. Proper exposure to the cold starts a cascade of health benefits, including the buildup of brown adipose tissue and resultant fat loss, reduced inflammation that facilitates a fortified immune system, balanced hormone levels, improved sleep quality, and the production of endorphins— the feel-good chemicals in the brain that naturally elevate your mood.
Tea / coffee will be served after the cold exposure.
1pm - The Wim Hof Spa Day will end.

Walks in the Parkland

Enjoy complimentary access to the parkland and gardens as part of the Wim Hof spa day.

Explore 200 acres of parkland, gardens, lakes and wellness spaces. The neighbouring Spa Garden has a fixed, holistic eye on ‘earthing’ your wellness, with a ‘barefoot path’ for you to use at anytime throughout the day. The benefits of ‘earthing’ - walking or exercising barefoot outdoors - are said to be profound and is the realignment of the body’s energy through connection with the earth's energy. The Woodland Wellbeing Space, located behind the Walled Garden, is a space designed to unwind and relax. Hammocks in the trees offering a tranquil space where you can absorb the natural sights and sounds.  ‘Wellness packs’, including a woollen blanket and hot water bottle to keep you warm, are available from the Estate Shop, for a small refundable deposit. 

Optional add on

Dining throughout your visit

Start your spa day with a nutritious breakfast at The Terrace Restaurant, open from 8am serving a selection of delicious, fresh dishes. Alternatively, end your spa day in the relaxed Terrace Restaurant with lunch, lite bites or an evening meal.

If you extend your day with access to the spa facilities, a wellness poolside lunch is available, with poolside refreshments including juices, herbal teas and snacks available throughout, provided by our wonderful pool hosts.

Experience the quintessential offering with traditional Afternoon Tea served in the Drawing Room at Swinton Park, with stunning views over the Deer Park.

Fancy a change of scenery? At Swinton Bivouac, the café-bistro is a fun alternative for guests, enjoy the scenery with a walk through the Druid's woodland before stopping for uncomplicated rustic dishes and snacks.

Optional add on

Spa Experience

Extend your wellness journey and add on a couple of hours spa use, experience the thermal retreat, indoor pool and alfresco outdoor natural pool. Complete your wellness journey with a luxurious spa treatment, a combination of wellness, beauty and luxury to suit.

To add on the additional spa use and a spa treatment, please contact our reservations team on 01765 680900 or email reservations@swintonestate.com.

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Explore the Great Outdoors

Extend your spa day by exploring the 20,000 acre Swinton Estate.

Swinton Bivouac is 3 miles away - accessible by car or on foot - and home to one of Yorkshire's most interesting follies, Druid's Temple. With the best viewpoint on the Estate, overlooking Leighton Reservoir, Swinton Bivouac can be explored through the woodland on foot, or by the dedicated mountain bike tracks with bike hire available. Tucked away on the edge of the woodland overlooking moorland is a bird hide, wonderful for viewing nesting moorland birds and their activity.

Opt for exploring the Estate on horse-back with the Masham Riding & Trekking Centre. Located opposite the Country Club and Spa, it's a wonderful experience for all abilities. For pony trekking enquiries, please call 01765 689636.

Add a unique experience to your spa day with a birds of prey falconry experience. A number of falconry experiences for families, groups and individuals are on offer at the aviary and surrounding parkland at Swinton Estate, including a hawk walk, taster experience and cream tea & falconry display. For Bird of Prey enquiries, please contact the reservations team by calling 01765 680900.