Why Choose The Bear Den Old Forge?
Welcome to The Bear Den
A Community Space With You In Mind
Our Unique Approach To The Mind Body Connection Brings You Into The Center Of Your Life
Through Somatic Breathwork And Other Creative Outlets
You will Remember Who You Really Are..
Who You Are Meant To Be
Healing Transformative Approach
Experienced Instructors
Classes That Fit Your Schedule
Explore Our Somatic Breathwork Classes
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing through our somatic breath work classes. It’s easy to get started. Just click 'Join Now' to experience the profound benefits of breathwork.
Learn About Somatic Breathwork
Meet Our Instructors
Our instructors are dedicated to guiding you in breath work sound healing and creative endeavors. They are here to support and empower you.
Sally Davidson
Mindfulness & Breath Work Specialist
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I’m a holistic self-love wellness coach, Registered Nurse, Board Certified Nurse Coach, and Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator. My journey has been deeply enriched by my passion for energy work, as I am also a Shamanic Reiki Master. After dedicating 30 years to healthcare, I envision a future where Eastern and Western medicine come together to foster holistic healing. My mission is to help everyone connect with the healing power and wisdom of their own body and breath.
I believe that genuine healing requires an integrated approach and a commitment to personal responsibility. Drawing from my experiences, I guide clients in connecting their mind, body, and spirit to create transformational change, helping them find joy in everyday life and embrace a life of freedom.
Join me as we cultivate a deeper connection to ourselves and each other, awakening the healing that resides within all of us.
Thera Levi
Intuitive Breathwork Guide Specializing in the Medicine Wheel Journey
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Thera, is an enthusiastic guide and ally known for creating sacred spaces for the process of transformation and growth.
Working with expanded states of consciousness through the use of the breath and other techniques, she provides sacred space for integrating that which separates you from connecting with the power, the wisdom, the rhythm, and the magic of your own soul.
Sessions are focused on personal, physical, emotional, and spiritual awareness, balancing, and growth.
Remember your own light and shine it into the world.
Ximena Gardner
Co-Facilitator Somatic Breathwork
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Helping to reintroduce the mind body connection.
My Passion for breath work and the positive change it has brought to my own life keeps me focused on introducing this practice to as many people as possible.
The best part about somatic breathwork is that it is not hard to do and the rewards from it can be felt in all aspects of your life.
Join us and remember just how good you are meant to feel...always.
Our instructors are dedicated to guiding you in breath work sound healing and creative endeavors. They are here to support and empower you.
Kurt Gardner
Licensed NYS State Guide and Photography Instruction
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Kurt, is a Nature & Wildlife photographer
He loves to share his passion with others through teaching, with over 36 yrs of photography experience to share with all those who would like to learn. His classes will take you out and about in Old Forge or perhaps out west to adventure with him on one of his workshops.
Peter Trifoli & Pavlina Kose
Sound Bath
Body Worker
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Peter, refers to himself as a “Body Worker”. His Dharma is to contribute to the healing and well-being of as many sentient beings as he can reach.
Peter is a Level II Certified Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, Facial Stretch Therapist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach. When not working with others he works within by enjoying Surfing, Rock & Ice Climbing and hiking with his deranged dog, an Australian Red Heeler named “Pinta”. Peter stays grounded in daily meditation practice.
Pavlina Kose
Pavlina refers to herself as a “Body Worker”. Her Dharma is to accompany individuals throughout their wellness journey, maintaining long term relationships with many of her clients, with an emphasis on compassionate care.
Pavlina is a Licensed Massage Therapist with over 20 years of experience. She graduated, and subsequently taught, from the New York College of Health Professions and expanded her knowledge with training in Thai Massage, Myo-skeletal Alignment Techniques, Therapeutic Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue and Trigger Point Therapy.
Pavlina’s loves include mentoring her son, spending time in nature, Yoga, exploring Sound Healing, Mycology and Hiking with Peter and his deranged canine partner.
Andre Costantini
Photography Instructor
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A film maker, editor, photographer and musician and has also been known to write and perform. He holds a BFA in photography and painting from Mason Gross School of the Arts. Mr. Costantini has made several short films and has shot a variety of industrial and commercial work. In the beginning of 2008, he was approached by Doc to Dock an NGO (part of the Clinton Global Initiative) and was commissioned to produce a series of short films in Africa on the organizations work providing much needed medical supplies with a focus on maternal heath care. He has created everything from promos and industrials to award winning comedy films. Andre directed his first documentary feature film shot entirely in Brazil about Bahian artist Bel Borba. Most recently he completed a documentary on Parkinson’s Disease for PBS. In addition, he teaches film and photography seminars at professional schools around the United States..
Meet Our Instructors
Our instructors are dedicated to guiding you in breath work sound healing and creative endeavors. They are here to support and empower you.
Andrea Lisette Villiere
Sound Healing
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Andrea Lisette Villiere is a native of Old Forge and a Certified Sound Healing Practitioner with over 300 hours of training through the Sage Academy of Sound Energy, the BioSonic Academy of Music and Sound Healing and the Omega Institute. She has been offering Soundbath Immersion Experiences since 2015.
Andrea was led to her calling through a series of synchronicities after praying for divine guidance as to her souls purpose and mission.
Her passion is to be a catalyst for awakening and transformation on a deep soul level, to support, uplift and reconnect people with their true essence through the power of sound and vibration. It is her hope for everyone to find true balance and harmony in their lives that supports their wellbeing on all levels. It is her great honor to share her gift in service to humanity.
Aly Hackett
Assisting Thera Levi with group breathwork
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I look forward to assisting Thera Levi with group breathwork at the Bear's Den. Thera and I met more than 10 years ago when participating in Integral Breath Therapy training in Cleveland, NY. Since then, doing breathwork, qigong, yoga, intergenerational studies and chanting with Thera has been healing, softening and opening for me. I trust you'll benefit from working with Thera Levi, and I am grateful to participate in this endeavor.
Discover the Transformative Power of Breath Work & Creative Outlets
Enhances Relaxation & Quality of Sleep
Experience improved sleep and relaxation as you integrate breath work into your daily routine.
Reduces Stress & Anxiety
Embrace a calmer and more centered state of being by reducing stress and anxiety through breath work practices.
Promotes Emotional Balance
Cultivate emotional equilibrium and resilience by incorporating breath work into your wellness regimen.
Heightens Mindfulness & Focus
Elevate your mindfulness and concentration to lead a more present and purposeful life through breath work.
“Our Breath and Creativity remind Us Who We Are Meant To Be…..”
Ximena Gardner
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