The retreat with Altered States was truly magical. In just three nights, I experienced profound healing, renewal, and a deeper connection to the mystical than I ever thought possible.

Through beautifully facilitated breathwork and other powerful modalities, Gene, Joshua, and the team created the perfect space for transformation.

I left with not only immense spiritual growth but also wonderful new friendships.

We were so well supported, nourished, and guided every step of the way. I only wish it lasted longer!

I can’t recommend this retreat enough for anyone seeking to go deeper into their spiritual journey and come out of it with greater clarity

 Attending the Altered States retreat in May has been nothing short of life-changing. I came in with curiosity, and I left with a new sense of calm, clarity, and empowerment that continues to ripple through my daily life.

Since the retreat, I find myself doing things I never would have imagined — even winter ocean swims! More importantly, I feel a deep inner peace and balance that I didn’t think was possible.

The breathwork practice has become part of my daily routine, and it has transformed the quality of my meditations, grounding me in ways I can’t fully put into words.

I am profoundly grateful to Gene and Joshua Tree for holding such a powerful and safe space. Their guidance, wisdom, and compassion created an environment where true transformation could happen.

If you’re considering this retreat — go. It may just change your life, as it did mine.

The Altered States Immersion Retreat truly changed my life.

From the preparation program and online meet and greets to the incredible support from Gene, Joshua Tree, and all the other caring facilitators—I felt supported from day one.

I pushed far beyond what I thought I was capable of, surrounded by amazing, like-minded people. The connection and breakthroughs were unreal.

I’m still working with the integration program daily (sometimes three times a day!), and it’s been key to keeping the momentum going in everyday life.

If you’re even thinking about it—go. You won’t regret it. I honestly can’t wait to go back.

I attended the Altered States Immersion retreat in February 2025, inspired to do so after attending an incredible 3 hour breathwork session held locally.

The immersion was the perfect next step, and to say it was life changing would not be an exaggeration.

Gene, Joshua and the wonderful team of facilitators created a nourishing, safe, fun, enlightening and transformational atmosphere and experience.

I’m confident that I speak not only for myself when I say that attendees departed on the final day with full hearts, new connections and possibilities, our only regret being that the weekend had to finish.

Gene’s ongoing support over the 28 day integration programme was and remains invaluable, ensuring that the journey we began over the immersion weekend can continue. 

Highly recommended.

The whole experience was exceptional.

Gene’s facilitation and orchestration of the retreat was so skilful. It was such a profound experience and the group cohesion created through creating a safe space was next level.

Not only was the retreat an amazing experience of breath work, sound healing, voice and sound workshop, fire walking, ice immersion, massage and beautiful fresh food, the 28 day integration program that Gene offered following the retreat supported all participants to continue to integrate the benefits of the experience, as well as continue to connect with each, share our experiences and to learn more too.

Gene is truly a professional and skilful guide.

The breath work has complimented my daily yoga and meditation practice and had a profound effect on bringing my nervous system into equilibrium.

I’m so grateful to have been guided and introduced to this powerful experience.

First and foremost to anyone who maybe thinking of attending an event with Gene Josh. Take action and do it. “Thank me later.” 

For myself it was profoundly enjoyable and helped me unlock a part of myself I had forgotten about over the years. 

The setting for the retreat is amazing and the food was just perfect (special mention to the hardest working musical chef).

While I have nothing but amazing things to say about my retreat experience, the growth and expansion really takes hold in the integration experience following the retreat.

Gene has really dedicated himself to this process and you won’t be disappointed. It’s like the gift that keeps on giving. 

Do yourself a favour: let go, unwind and connect. It’s the best decision you will ever make. 

Love you all,

Grant

I have been to many retreats, but the energy that Gene and the team put into their retreat is very intentional to say the least.

Each and every element of the retreat is meticulously designed to ensure a profound experience. Gene and the team are extremely passionate about what they do and that shine’s through in the work and spaces they create. And the deep connections that foster from that space are a true reflection of that.

I felt very loved, respected and connected. And that environment really added depth to the whole experience.

As for the breathwork, it’s so good it can’t be explained through words, it has to be experienced.

Attending the Altered States Immersion and Retreat was the most profound experience I have ever invested in myself.

During that 4 days I accessed doors through the breath that were not previously accessible to me.

Over the 4 days, I gained more insight, clarity and direction than I had in the last 5 years.

I was able to seperate my past  from my present and future, and gained a new found respect for my past challenges and where they have led me now.

I was able to come back to my heart and experience a deep level of connection with my authentic self; which is that of pure love.

The whole experience was guided by Gene as an incredible facilitator and backed by Joshua’s amazing music with an amazing professional support crew.

And to complete the whole process was a well designed integration program that allowed me to integrate not only my experience at the retreat, but also my previous 5 years of inner work and transformation too.

I cannot thank you guys enough.

Look forward to doing the deeper workings together.

Much Love.