I want to send a massive thank you to Mark for sharing his passion with me, helping me to open up and connect with myself and also showing me the tools to cope better in my daily life. In this fast-paced world we live in, we often forget the power of something so simple. So innate yet so profound. Our breath. We breathe unconsciously, rushing through life, yet it’s this very active breathing that holds the key to unlocking our true potential. It’s a doorway to something greater. It’s a way to connect with our bodies, minds, and spirits. Breathwork is a pathway to healing, growth, and personal transformation, and as I embark on this journey, I look forward to exploring how this practice can be the catalyst for profound changes and transformation. With Mark’s guided meditation and breathing sessions, I understand more now how the breath helps to balance the nervous system, regulate my emotions, and bring clarity to the mind.

Down in Marc’s ‘Moku (landspace) and āina his set up is ideal and well thought of and creation of great space for this particular breath class, experience, exercise or practice!! Whatever it may be called!! I definitely cannot wait to experience again!! Sharing that space and beautiful āina (land) I wouldn’t say we were the first ones to experience but fortunate enough to challenge ourselves was a super, super cool experience of a breath work session I’ve never done anything like it before at all, any type whatsoever! so It already was a win for myself for stepping out of my comfort zone. And I really did enjoy the way Marc’s personally selected soundtrack choice tune, really gave ourselves a good feel of what he thought our vibe maybe and help let ourself go!!! I can sense Mark put a lot of time and thought into his location and practice to get it to where it’s at right now!! I don’t even think it is anywhere near where it can be , as far as finished for sure!!! The type of fundamentals that were used to get the message across was really cool!! I felt the immediate attraction for this breath work session and is recommended for all souls and abilities. Not just with breathing but really getting in tune with yourself ,embodied āina (land) and in nature I would say for me it was really about change! That’s what stuck me so much is that I actually did something that I normally thought I wouldn’t do or want to do!! Having someone else there on my first time Experience especially a good friend of mine from home Kekoa sumera-lee was a little helpful to step out of our comfort zone and into new boundaries and really letting myself be immersed with nature, but more so personal relationship with our new friend and brother “Marc Durbano “. Mahalo for everything my friend!! Keep up the greatness!! We will see eachother again soon for sure!!!✨🙌🏾🙏🏾

I participated in two sessions with Mark, and it was an amazing experience. At the first one I could feel how my mind was blocked in a way and how I was needing to take a time to reconnect with myself. Beginning the practice with a stronger breath work made me feel more calm and present in the moment. It was a peaceful sensation that I hadn’t feel it for a long time. On the second session, I was surprised how it was different from the first one. This time I kind of knew what to expect and I was more comfortable with the process. Felt like I could go further and access deeper parts of my subconscious. The meditation was a bit longer and I lost the track of time, feeling I could be there for hours. In general both of the meditations with Mark made me reconnect with myself and find a bit more peace and calmness on the daily activities. I feel now that the practice of meditation should be part of my routine and I’m grateful to have had this transforming experience. Eu participei de duas sessões com o Mark e foi uma experiência incrível. Na primeira meditação, pude sentir como a minha mente estava agitada e como eu precisava parar um pouco para me reconectar comigo mesma. Iniciar a prática com um trabalho de respiração mais forte me fez sentir mais calma e presente no momento. Foi uma sensação de paz que eu não sentia há muito tempo. Na segunda meditação, fiquei surpresa em como foi diferente da primeira. Dessa vez, eu já sabia o que esperar e estava mais confortável com a prática. Senti como se pudesse mergulhar ainda mais fundo em mim mesma e acessar uma parte mais profunda da minha mente. A meditação foi mais longa e eu me perdi no tempo, sentindo como se pudesse ficar lá para sempre. No geral, as duas meditações com o Mark me ajudaram a me reconectar comigo mesma e a encontrar um pouco mais de paz e tranquilidade em meio ao caos do dia a dia. Sinto que a prática da meditação agora deve fazer parte da minha rotina e sou grata por ter tido essa experiência transformadora.

If you get the opportunity to have a breathing session with Mark it is Highly Recommended! I don’t have a huge amount of experience doing breathing workshops thus it was a total new adventure for me. The session started with what would seem like goofy dancing in the garden listening to some upbeat tunes. Reflecting back on the session this was a crucial part of the session as you are engulfed in the music, you grounded in the nature (bare foot) and you slowly loosen up. The process for me would seem to break down internal barriers, become more child like / receptive and just simply enjoy the moment. Mark’s voice has a rich and subtle tone as he guides you through the peaks and troughs while we dancing to the well chosen track’s with an epic garden backdrop. Once warmed up! Mark took us through some intense breathing technics which I have not come across before. We were all aligned with the music with Mark taking the lead. It was an awakening moment as we were pushed us to our limits and experienced euphoric moments. A sensational part of the session. We ended off the workshop in a stream of consciousness and deeply relaxed. Allowing the mind and body time to absorb and reflect. An amazing experience of being present and living in the moment. Marks deep understanding and experience of breath-work, yoga, life and surfing provides a combination of skills which creates a unique experience which is highly recommended! I will definitely be joining more sessions as and when I can.