up:: [[Wim Hof Method]] tags:: #on/whm #on/teaching # WHM Instructor's Corner Be fully aware of [[WHM Safety]]. ### Risk Management * Always inform of safety and contraindications to participants. * When a person books an Activity with you through the Platform they must agree to the Terms & Conditions of the Activities on the Platform: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/conditions * Before the start of an Activity, ask participants upfront to fill out [Health Declaration Form](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KTrUmAZqxrskqS6DE7p1bJ5ZsYNMPxUJ/view). DO NOT allow people with [[Contraindications of WHM]] to practice the method. * For every Activity let participants sign the Informed Consent (Europe)/ Liability Waiver (USA, Canada) Form. #### During the Activity * Create a safe space. * Encourage beginners to use nasal breathing. * No more than 2-minute in the ice bath, only 1-2 participant in ice bath at a time per instructor. Always perform horse stance after ice bath. * *If headache during ice bath, get the participant out of cold exposure immediately.* * Ensure to communicate that the goal of WHM is NOT to compete on breathe hold or cold exposure duration. ### Level 1 Activities ##### WHM Fundamentals workshop * Workshop to learn about the background, philosophy and techniques of the WHM * Duration: 4-5 hours, including lunch * Max number of participants: 25 ##### WHM 5/10-week Group Course * Group Course for people who want to develop a consistent practice * Duration: 1-2 hours (including ice bath) per week, for 5 or 10 weeks * Max number of participants: 25 ##### WHM Introductory Breathing Class * Guided breathing class to experience the Basic WHM Breathing Exercise * Duration: 1 – 1.5 hours * Recommended price: EUR 15 * Max number of participants: 25 * One-on-one session for personal support * Duration: 2-3 hours ##### WHM Fundamentals Weekend * Extensive WHM training – Only for experienced Instructors who have conducted a minimum of 5 successful workshops, and have experience with groups * Duration: 2 days ### Level 2 Activities ##### WHM Advanced Workshop * Workshop to learn about advanced techniques of the WHM * Duration: 4-5 hours, including lunch * Max number of participants: 30 ##### WHM Advanced Weekend * Extensive WHM training — Only for experienced Instructors who have already conducted successful workshops, and have experience with groups * Duration: 2 days * Max number of participants: 25 ##### WHM Travel Experience * Instructors must have previously participated as Assistant-Instructor in one of the WHM travels to qualify * The entire WHM program will be discussed extensively * Duration: 4-7 days * Max number of participants: 20 ##### Specialized Workshops (tailored to specific groups, and people with health conditions) * Based on Instructors’ expertise and specialization * Duration: 1-2 days ### WHM Basic Breathing Class | Framework Steps that are required to proceed with WHM breathing classes. ##### Required Content 1. Intro to WHM 3 Pillars 2. Basic Breathing Theory 3. Explain WHM Basic Breathing Protocol 4. Explain Breathing Expectations a. Lightheadedness b. Tingling and/or cramps in Hands, Feet and/or Face c. Ringing in the ears d. Emotional Release e. Cold or Hot f. Yawning 5. Give Breathing Control Tools a. *No force with deep breaths or breath holds* b. Slow down breathing if uncomfortable with any Mental/Physical Feelings c. Don’t do it in case of epilepsy, pregnancy and/or serious heart conditions 6. Explain Breathing Safety Lying down a. Follow guidelines with breath hold times b. Safety: *never while standing, driving, diving or in water* 7. Meditation and stretches (optional) 8. Q & A (Be prepared for FAQ)