The Gateway to Becoming a Transformative Cold Therapy Facilitator
Benefits of Becoming a Chanshi Cold Therapy Facilitator
Chanshi Cold Therapy Facilitator Certification – Full Curriculum
What You’ll Learn in the 2 week Online Cold Therapy Certification
Foundations
Theme: "Understanding the Ice"
Briefing & Induction
Program overview & certification requirements
Discussion: Your goals as a cold therapy facilitator
Ice Plunge Setup & Planning
Setup options: Ice baths, cold plunge tubs, natural water bodies
Temperature guidelines & equipment essentials
Creating a safe physical space for clients
Science & Physiology
Cold therapy & nervous system science
Stress adaptation window & breathwork synergy
Cold exposure mechanisms and physiological responses
Wim Hof vs. Chanshi breathworks (key differences)
Safety & Risk Management
Client screening: contraindications (hypertension, pregnancy, etc.)
Emergency protocols: spotting hypothermia/stress overload
Waivers & insurance essentials
Understanding panic vs. danger signals
Teaching & Facilitation Skills
Theme: "Teaching the Ice"
Instruction & Coaching Mastery (1.5 hrs)
Cueing mastery: voice tone, pacing, and presence
Consent-based coaching approaches
"Panic Interception" techniques and dialogue frameworks
Guiding clients through shakes and mental resistance
Mind-Body Integration
Chanshi's 3-Part Method:
Pre-plunge: Breathwork preparation and mental priming. Chanshi Breathwork Techniques
Mid-plunge: Meditative frameworks and real-time support
Post-plunge: Debrief, Integration & Movement & Meditation Techniques.
Teaching gratitude and reflection practices
Business of Cold Therapy
Marketing your services and pricing strategies
Building credibility and client trust
Legal and ethical considerations
Self-Practice & Recorded Session
Complete independently between Session 2 and Session 3
Requirements:
❄️ Minimum 4 self-guided ice plunges using Chanshi protocols
Record at least 1 complete facilitation session (20-30 mins) where you guide a friend or family member through their ice plunge experience
Video must include:
Pre-plunge: Briefing, safety check, breathwork preparation and right techniques implementation.
Mid-plunge: Coaching, cueing, presence, and safety monitoring
Post-plunge: Debrief, integration, and Technique implementation,
Written reflection: Document your personal journey and teaching insights.
Review, Fine-Tuning & Mastery
Theme: "Refinement & Certification"
Video Review & Feedback
Instructor reviews your recorded facilitation session
Peer feedback and collaborative learning
Troubleshooting common teaching challenges
Refining your coaching voice and presence
Final Integration & Certification
Q&A: Addressing any remaining questions or concerns
Advanced scenarios and edge case discussions
Next steps for launching your practice
Certificate ceremony and community integration
Techniques & Methods
Techniques & Methods
Wim Hof Breathwork for Ice Plunge
Explore the foundational Wim Hof Method and its application to cold exposure, understanding its strengths in building cold tolerance and activating the sympathetic nervous system.
Limitations & Improvements
Critical analysis of common breathwork approaches in cold therapy—identifying gaps in safety, nervous system regulation, and integration that standard protocols often miss.
Chanshi 3-Part Method
Our signature framework that structures the entire cold therapy experience into three distinct phases, each with specific breathwork, mindset, and facilitation strategies for optimal results.
Pre-Plunge Breath Techniques
Preparation practices that calm the nervous system, build mental readiness, and create the physiological foundation for a safe and transformative immersion.
During-Plunge Meditative & Breath Techniques
Real-time practices for staying present, managing discomfort, and accessing deeper states of awareness while immersed in cold water.
Post-Plunge Movement & Breath Techniques
Integration protocols that support safe rewarming, metabolic activation, and emotional processing after emerging from the ice.
3 Core Meditations
Guided meditation practices specifically designed for fear release, gratitude cultivation, and somatic integration throughout the cold therapy journey.
Unlike many ice bath certifications that focus only on the plunge itself, we believe that cold immersion is just one part of a much deeper, transformative practice. At Chanshi, we integrate essential pre- and post-breathwork, mindful movement, and meditative techniques that unlock the full mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits of cold therapy — not just the physical ones.
Most popular frameworks overlook the power of intention, group energy, and the nervous system preparation required to make cold therapy truly life-changing. In our training, these elements are not optional — they are at the heart of everything we teach. Through Chanshi Breathwork and meditations, you’ll learn to activate the body and mind, create safe and meaningful group experiences, and elevate your facilitation skills far beyond the standard “ice bath coach” approach.
Who It’s For, What You’ll Gain, and Why Chanshi Stands Apart
Who Is This Certification For?
What You’ll Walk Away With
Why Should You Choose This Certification?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of the Chanshi Cold Therapy Facilitator Certification?
Our 2-week 1:1 mentorship online certification program is priced at ₹12,000 + GST (strictly per individual). This includes live virtual training sessions, training materials, personalized feedback on your recorded facilitation, and lifetime access to our protocols and safety templates. Everything you need to confidently launch or expand your cold therapy practice.
PS: Contact us for couple/group discounts.
How long does it take to complete the certification?
This is a 2-week certification program that includes 3–4 hours of exclusive 1:1 live mentorship, where you’ll receive personalized guidance on every stage of your journey — from selecting and setting up the right tubs to mastering facilitation techniques and creatively positioning this offering within your business. You’ll also receive individual feedback on your first few sessions to help refine your skills and confidence as a teacher.
In addition, the program offers over 12 hours of guided learning through comprehensive training videos, detailed PDFs, quizzes, assignments, and assessments — designed to help you develop both the practical and professional aspects of your teaching practice.
Do I need prior experience with ice baths or breathwork?
No prior experience is needed. Our program guides beginners and experienced practitioners alike through every step—from understanding cold exposure mechanisms to mastering facilitation techniques. You'll learn by doing during your self-practice module.
Can’t I just do ice plunge sessions on my own instead of getting certified?
Personal plunging builds resilience, but facilitating for others requires specialized knowledge. Professional certification ensures you understand cold therapy science, nervous system responses, risk management, and coaching techniques—critical for preventing hypothermia, panic episodes, or emotional overwhelm. Our training also includes structured protocols along with dedicated mastering cold therapy/ice plunge dedicated breathwork and meditations and movement techniques that self-practice alone can't provide.
What makes Chanshi’s certification different from other ice bath programs?
Most programs focus solely on cold exposure. Chanshi integrates breathwork preparation, meditative frameworks, and post-plunge integration practices for holistic transformation—not just physical endurance. Our 3-Part Method combines science-backed cold therapy with ancient psycho-somatic practices, creating depth and safety protocols rarely found in other certifications. Plus, you get hands-on practice facilitating real sessions with personalized expert feedback.
Will I learn how to run my own cold therapy sessions?
Yes! This cold therapy facilitator certification is specifically designed to equip you with everything you need to facilitate professional ice plunge sessions.
By the end of the 2 week certification, you'll have the confidence, skills, and credibility to offer cold water immersion therapy as a standalone service or integrate it into your existing wellness practice—whether you're a yoga instructor, breathwork coach, personal trainer, or holistic health professional.
Who can join this certification?
This program is designed for yoga teachers, wellness professionals, life coaches, fitness trainers, therapists, and health enthusiasts looking to add cold therapy to their toolkit. No prior ice plunge experience is required — just a willingness to learn and explore.
Therapists & coaches adding trauma-informed breathwork to their practice.
Wellness professionals (reiki masters, bodyworkers) integrating energy-altering pranayama.
Seekers of non-psychedelic breakthroughs (rewire consciousness through breath).
Burnout survivors needing somatic resilience (corporate, caregivers, parents).
How do I apply for the certification?
Step 1: Review the program brochure, visit the website, or watch the information video to understand the offering in detail.
Step 2: Book your 1-on-1 Alignment Call to discuss your goals and confirm your fit for the program.
Step 3: If shortlisted, you will receive a payment link to secure your spot by paying the ₹2,000 booking amount.
Step 4: Complete the full program fee payment at least 3 days before your confirmed onboarding date. Please note that your spot will be released if the payment is not received by then.
Will this certification help my career as a wellness professional?
Absolutely. Cold therapy is rapidly growing in the wellness, fitness, and corporate sectors. Adding certified cold immersion coaching sets you apart and allows you to create high-value offerings that combine breathwork, resilience training, and mind-body integration.
