About
For ten years I worked as a police officer. The job demanded a lot both mentally, physically, and emotionally, and like many people in high stress professions, I began searching for better ways to manage stress and stay balanced.
During that time I discovered breathwork.
Practices like controlled circular breathing, breath retention, and techniques used to regulate the nervous system quickly became tools I relied on. They helped me stay calm under pressure, recover faster from stress, and build a stronger connection between mind and body.
Eventually I was introduced to the Wim Hof Method. That’s when I started experimenting with the cold. The combination of breathing, cold exposure, and mindset training had a profound impact on me. It wasn’t just about feeling better in the moment, it was about training my response to stress.
What started as a personal practice soon became a passion. I went on to become a Certified Wim Hof Method Instructor so I could share these tools with others. Slater Inner Strength offers breathwork training and cold exposure workshops designed to help people train their stress response and build resilience.
Today through Slater Inner Strength I guide sessions that help people train their nervous system, build resilience, and reconnect with their body. My goal is simple: to give people practical tools they can use to build resilience through voluntary discomort and conscious regulation.
What They Say
“James hosted a workshop for our incredible dancers this past week, and we absolutely loved the experience.
He helped students calm stage nerves, strengthen teamwork, and stay focused and present throughout the process. James also educated the dancers on breathing techniques they can use before going on stage — and tools they can carry with them in everyday life as well.
We are so grateful for the positive impact he had on our students. Thank you for such an inspiring and meaningful workshop!”
— Amy at Flourish Studios
“The weekly Wim Hof Method breathwork classes I attended with James were great. Committing to a 4-week session of classes meant I had to make a commitment to myself to set an hour and half aside to reconnect with my body, and my breath every Friday evening for a whole month. Though it's easy to say I will do that sort of thing for myself, I find it exceptionally hard to be dedicated in carving that time out on a regular basis. These classes were the perfect mix of relaxation and gentle movement and breath connection. The space James held both with his presence and by creating a serene ambiance was very soothing for my nervous system. Highly recommend!”
— Charissa
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