what to expect
“this day was transformative”
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Spaces are limited to 12.
This is the only Wim Hof Method retreat Michelle is offering this year – a rare opportunity to work with a world-class instructor in an intimate, elemental setting.
This is not a fundamentals workshop. This is a full immersion.
Join one of the world’s most experienced Wim Hof Method instructors for a rare and intimate weekend retreat on the wild west coast of Ireland. Michelle Riordan is a Level 3 certified Wim Hof Method instructor – one of only a handful globally. She teaches at the Wim Hof Method Academy, supervises Wim Hof’s international expeditions, and sits on the European panel for instructor development.
This is her solo retreat offering – a powerful, personally-held space designed to challenge, expand, and deepen your experience of the method. You will train directly with Michelle for the full weekend, in a small group of just 10–12 people.
This is the only Wim Hof Method retreat Michelle is teaching this season.
It’s bold, transformational, and intentionally limited in size to preserve the intensity and intimacy of the experience.
what's included
This weekend is a full-spectrum Wim Hof Method immersion. You’ll experience:
- Daily cold exposure training, including extended ice baths up to 5 minutes and progressive multi-round immersion sessions
- Breathwork journeys woven throughout, beginning on the first evening and deepening across the weekend – opening the body, sharpening the mind, and connecting to your emotional core
- Cutting-edge insights, including the latest scientific research and personal guidance from one of the method’s senior global teachers
- Mindset and resilience coaching, helping you meet your edge and go beyond it
- Immersion in nature, grounded in the raw beauty and wild Atlantic energy of the Cliffs of Moher
This isn’t a “dip your toe in” experience.
It’s for those ready to go all in.
Why This Retreat is Unique
Michelle is one of the most qualified Wim Hof Method instructors in the world – and this retreat is your chance to work with her directly, in a setting designed to go deep.
With her experience teaching at the Academy, guiding instructors, and leading expeditions around the globe, Michelle offers something rare: a potent mix of knowledge, presence, and depth that creates real change.
You’ll go further than you thought possible.
You’ll walk away transformed.
the schedule
30th Jan - 1st Feb 2026
Check in anytime after 16:00
Relax, take a walk and partake in a welcome drink and sweet treat with your fellow retreat participants
18:00 – Our first Wim Hof method session
20:00 – Dinner, delicious, healthy fare! Followed by arrival introduction chat to the weekend, the schedule and the area
07:30 – Wim Hof Method session
09:00 – Delicious healthy breakfast buffet
10:00 – Morning walk
11:30 – Wim Hof Method session
12:30 – Lunch, lots of yummy healthy food!
Free time – Options to take a trip to Lahinch to the beach, take a tour of the area including the Cliffs of Moher and The Burren or stay and relax and in the wellness area
17:30 – Wim Hof method session
19:00 – Dinner, more lovely homemade healthy food followed by a delicious healthy dessert
Our beautiful glass fronted sauna and Canadian cedar hot tub will be available at all times during your stay
07:30 – Wim Hof Method session
09:00 – Delicious healthy breakfast buffet
10:00 – Freetime
11:00 – Closing circle
12:30 – Celebration Farewell Lunch
- Boost Your Immune System: One of the key benefits of the Wim Hof Method is that it helps to boost your immune system. By regularly practicing the technique, you can increase your body’s production of white blood cells, which are responsible for fighting off infections and diseases.
- Increase Energy Levels: The Wim Hof Method involves a combination of deep breathing exercises, cold exposure, and meditation, which can help to increase your energy levels. By increasing your oxygen intake, you will feel more alert, focused, and energized throughout the day.
- Reduce Stress and Anxiety: Many people struggle with stress and anxiety in their daily lives, which can have negative effects on both their mental and physical health. The Wim Hof Method can help to reduce these symptoms by promoting relaxation and calmness in the body and mind.
- Improve Sleep: The Wim Hof Method can also help to improve the quality of your sleep. By reducing stress and anxiety, you can fall asleep more easily and sleep more deeply. This will leave you feeling more rested and refreshed in the morning.
- Increase Willpower and Mental Strength: The Wim Hof Method involves pushing your body and mind to their limits, which can help to increase your willpower and mental strength. By regularly practicing the technique, you can learn to overcome challenges and obstacles in your life with greater ease and confidence.
Prices from €1,100pp
Our Wellness Experts
Who is leading the retreat?
Michelle Riordan – Wim Hof Method Level 3 Instructor
Michelle Riordan is a Level 3 Wim Hof Method Instructor with years of experience guiding people through breathwork, cold exposure, and mindset training. As one of the Academy Lead Instructors worldwide, she not only teaches the method but also trains and mentors new instructors at the Wim Hof Academy. She serves as a panel member for Wim Hof instructors in Europe and is a supervisor on Wim Hof’s winter expeditions.
But beyond titles and roles, Michelle is deeply passionate about the practice itself – living it, sharing it, and witnessing its profound impact on others. She believes in making the method accessible to everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned practitioners, helping them discover their inner strength and resilience. Whether leading a large retreat, supporting fellow instructors, or taking the plunge into icy waters herself, Michelle brings warmth, experience, and a genuine love for the work she does.