Brett Burcher is a big wave surfer, breathwork instructor, primary school teacher, writer and film maker, born and raised in Mollymook, on the New South Wales South Coast.

Burcher’s fearless passion for surfing and travel has taken him around the world
several times, with his big-wave pursuits being featured on several international and Australian surfing magazine covers, and in multiple award-winning surf and culture films.

A story-teller by nature, his love of writing and reliving the tales experienced on the road has led to several of his musings being published in Surfing World Magazine, Tracks and White Horses alongside his regular column in local South Coast community magazine, White Wash.

Holding a Bachelor of Primary Education, Burcher taught from 2019-2022 at Milton Primary School in both Mainstream and Special Education Settings. Burcher views teaching this way: “There is this terrific dynamism between inclusivity, creativity and recognition of the individual that makes kid’s spirits soar. If that can be harnessed, there’s just no stopping them”. Now residing in Forster on NSW’s Mid North Coast, Burcher is a Disability Support Worker, currently working in Adventure Therapy, and also a Breathwork facilitator.

As a surfer, practicing and experimenting with Breathwork to enhance performance
has been an integral part of his life. More recently, Brett has gravitated towards bettering his understanding of the transformations breathwork can provide as a regulator in our lives and to help support awareness and connection to self and others.

Brett is excited to continually learn, grow and understand how to best intertwine breath work into his spheres of education and storytelling.

Brett facilitates workshops with the intention of introducing participants to a new found relationship with their breath.

With an emphasis on the fundamentals of effective breathing, the workshops are designed to enhance individuals understanding of how to use the breath as a tool for emotional, mental and physical regulation. Using a knowledge based approach, the workshops equip people with the resources to implement breathwork into their lives in a customised and relatable manner.

Brett also collaborates with other individuals in the wellness space facilitating private retreats and experiences.

Credentials

  • Trauma Responsive Practice Online Training Program 

  • Bachelor of Primary Education

  • Level 1 Breathwork Instructor Course (Breathless Academy). 

  • CPR- First Aid

  • WWCC

  • Viidic meditation course

  • Breath enhancement training (BET) with Nam Baldwin

  • Ocean Warrior Course

TESTIMONIALS

  • My first ever exposure to Breathwork was at a weekend retreat near Byron Bay. And whilst the session was attended mostly by big wave surfers, I enjoyed the relaxation aspect of Bretts morning classes that weekend. I've carried some of those learnings forward and since then Brett has come out to my gym to do an evening class.  I now use the techniques mostly at work to rebalance myself when I notice my anxiety levels or  heart rate increasing. I also use breathwork at bed time on nights when I recognise the need to quickly calm myself for a good nights sleep.

    Dave Ferri

  • My breath session was an insightful, worthwhile experience. Brett’s guidance and expertise created a calm and safe space. I highly recommend Brett’s breathwork sessions to anyone seeking to deepen their connection to body and mind.

    Monique Davison

  • Brett has a very genuine and approachable nature that instantly put me at ease. Despite initial nerves going into a group setting and not knowing much about breath work, Brett created a really comfortable environment so everyone could relax and get attuned with their bodies. He was able to strike a nice balance between holding space for those who wanted to share their experiences, without pressuring anyone. Brett broke down the science in a really digestible way while guiding us through exercises. I left feeling stunned by the instance effects. It exceeded my expectations by far!

    Yvonne Watts

  • “I found Brett’s breath-work knowledge really insightful and helpful in enabling me to use various simple techniques of breathing and apply them to my everyday life, giving me more control of my mind and body in and out of the ocean.”

    Torren Martyn

  • Going into the breathing class I didn’t really know what to expect. I hadn’t done anything like this before and was a little nervous. Brett put us all at ease and communicated perfectly throughout the whole class. The experience was something I’ll remember for the rest of my life and I continue to use the breathing techniques he taught every single day. Brett is very knowledgeable and I definitely recommend his teachings to anyone who wants to feel more control and more peace in their day to day lives.

    Aaron Price

  • ‘Brett’s breath workshop was a wonderful experience. I went with my husband Craig and we both felt so relaxed yet invigorated after the session. Brett has a very calm and authentic presence, ensuring participants feel comfortable throughout the breath exercises. I would highly recommend his workshop to anyone who wants to improve both their physical and mental health.’

    Elouise & Craig