What we do
Human Performance - in every aspect of life.
Our unique combination of military leadership, corporate management, and luxury events experience. Coupled with our specialist knowledge of yoga, neuroscience, sound and nervous-system regulation, means we take a holistic approach that will benefit all areas of your life.
That thing that's holding you back? Even if you're not sure exactly what it is.
Lets unlock it together.
What to expect
From first meeting to the Vibe, Setup & Delivery
Individuals - if you're wanting to improve any aspect of your life. Health, career, sporting or any achievement we schedule an inperson initial meeting to really dig into where you are... and where you want to be.
Corporate Groups - Whether it's a small team or big group we discuss and provide e.g embodied movement, stress reduction, self awareness, practical decision making and communication tools for all levels. The only thing we need is an empty space.
Management Individuals - Whether you've years of experience leading and managing people, a couple of months, or you're about to gain responsibility - we can help! Maybe you're concerned about workload, communicating effectively, organising your time efficiently, or how to handle the extra pressure.
Our work is fun, dynamic and engaging. Our delivery is scalable and we offer packages to keep you on track.
Helping people work smarter, not harder.
Content
Through a combination of Neuroscience, Neurolinguistic Programming techniques, yoga, breathwork, personal awareness and development, mindfulness, and management, leadership and communication tools we help harness potential and combat the obstacles holding you back. All of this enables an individual to respond rather than react; a skill that will permeate through all areas of life.
Our workshops are specially developed to focus on and address key areas from leadership & communication, including frustration, tolerance, resilience and psychological flexibility. The key for Karma Llama is that we don't stop there, we go deeper to understanding self & core needs, reducing stress through embodied movement, breathwork, Polyvagul theory and sound therapy. With inspirational and experienced key note speakers, we can also provide first hand perspective on stress and resilience within high performing teams.
We all know we have the ability to perform better in many areas, Karma Llama gets into the specifics and provides measurable actions!
Neuro...thingy whaty?
Neurolinguistic Programming, or NLP.
You may have heard the mantra;
"Your beliefs become your thoughts,
your thoughts become your words,
your words become your actions,
your actions become your habits,
your habits become your character,
your character becomes your destiny"
NLP is about the internal representation of experience and how people communicate with themselves as well as others.
NLP comprises models, techniques and strategies to help us understand how the language we use influences the way we think and the results we get!
An NLP Practitioner is someone trained in NLP to help people change their thoughts, behaviours, and communication for personal growth. They use techniques to improve confidence, overcome fears, and reframe negative beliefs, guiding individuals toward success in life, work, and relationships.
The science is in!
Your brain naturally creates key chemicals, many of which pharmaceutical companies synthesise in labs. Yoga stimulates changes in your biochemistry, helping improve your mood, sleep, mental and overall health. Based on an expanding field of modern research, yoga shows promise as both preventative and an adjunct care for many health conditions (those ancient texts really had something going for themselves).
Studies have shown that Yoga;
Increases brain Alpha wave activity. Alpha waves are associated with relaxation and peace.
Reduces Adrenaline. A decrease in adrenaline (epinephrine) and the neurotransmitter norepinephrine, means fewer stress hormones.
Increases GABA. Gamma-aminobutyric acid counteracts symptoms of anxiety and distress, leading to more relaxation and a better mood.
Increases BDNF. Brain-derived neurotropic factor is a protein responsible for neuron health and neuroplasticity, increased BDNF may ease chronic pain and depression.
Increases Serotonin. Serotonin helps regulate your mood. Low levels of unstable serotonin are associated with depression.
Reduces Cortisol. Cortisol is a stress hormone. When your baseline increases and levels are too high for too long, it can lead to inflammation and weight gain.
Regulates Dopamine. Dopamine acts as your body’s reward system and dysfunction is associated with addiction.
Breathwork
Pranayama is a yogic breathing technique. The word pranayama combines ‘prana’ and ‘ayama.' Prana means ‘vital energy’ or ‘life force.' 'Ayama’ is defined as ‘extension’ or ‘expansion.' So, the meaning of pranayama is ‘extension or expansion of the dimension of prana.'
There is continued and increasing scientific evidence demonstrating Pranayama's physiological and psychological benefits. So much so that breathwork is quickly becoming an industry in itself. We combine the ancient and the latest research to optimise the physical benefits.
These include;
Improved lung function. Strengthening cardiorespiratory coupling. This includes a measurable output known as the BOLT (Body Oxygen Level Test) which indicates general breathing efficiency.
Stress reduction. Modulating ventricular performance by enhancing baroreflex sensitivity, decreasing sympathetic activity and increasing parasympathetic activity helping to stablise blood pressure.
Enhanced brain activity. Having a unique effect on the brain stem cardiorespiratory centre.
