Power of Travel & Breathwork
- Chad Putman
- 5 days ago
- 5 min read
Experience the transformative power of travel and breathwork embraced within a queer communal curated space, Terra Rosa and our exclusive beach villa, Ashram Sunshine.
About three years ago I experienced my mid-life crisis / opportunity. I was doing all the things and checking all the boxes; working, loving, living, performing and showing up. But something was clearly off. Within months of getting my 25 year sober tattoo I found myself imploding as I sunk deeper and deeper into my new found chemsex addiction. Certainly my love for sex, intimacy and men created the perfect conditions, in combination with the dating apps. Without seeking it or understanding it, what started as another hook-up led to my experimentation with crystal meth and GHB.
At the time I was working as the director of an mobile outpatient substance use disorder treatment program in upstate New York. I was married to my long-time partner, co-chair of my local-annual pride festival and I was involved and engage in local politics and activism. Yet the powerful experience of drugs and sex began to occupy my weekends. I found myself in dangerous and compromising situations and in a downward spiral that left me questioning everything.
New Year's Eve 2023 I "geed-out" and when I came too six hours later, alone in a hotel room, I scrapped bottom. As I drove home I said out loud, "I don't know what to do." Yet a part of me know this wasn't true. I did know, I was just to scared to do it and so I was attempting to blow up my life as an alternative. I know that making some small changes wasn't going to do it. I needed to be bold, brave and courageous. So I decided to put a pause my marriage, resign my job, cash in some savings and make a move to San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Today, I am back in recovery, in the process of separating from my husband, getting my own condo in St. Petersburg, Florida, back to work in the addiction field, but also pursuing my passion as a full body therapist and breathwork facilitator. I'm doing all kinds of things that scare me, in a good way, like organizing international retreats for the queer community.
I have learned I don't have to create a crisis to step into a new opportunity. I can make the difficult and scarry choices that align with the grand opportunity of my life. I can choose to live more fully, challenge myself, expand my experience and get the f*ck out of my comfort zone.
I am sharing all of that to say, here is a beautiful, magnificent opportunity for you to expand, challenge yourself, take a risk and invest in yourself and your beautiful life!
Queer Escape and Reboot / Terra Rosa & Sitges, Spain / August 17-24, 2026
I would like to invite you go join me in Barcelona Spain on Tuesday, August 17 and we'll make the one-hour road trip to Terra Rosa, a space dedicated to the personal, communal, and spiritual growth of its guests, residents, and the international LGBTQ+ community, There we will spend 4 nights and 5 days amerced in nature, community and breathwork.
Room to Breathe is a sanctuary for your authentic self. An opportunity to reclaim your peace, time to heal and overcoming trauma. Be inspired and empowered to cultivate resilience and ignite your spirit. Check out the full schedule of daily activities at Terra Rosa below.
Then after an incredible powerful, individual and collective experience we'll make the trip to Sitges and Ashram Villa Sunshine, a tranquil setting away from the bustle of the town center. We will have four days and three nights to enjoy the private pool, large terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and options for fresh, homemade meals, including veggie or vegan choices, along with easy access to the famous queer beaches, nightlife, and cultural scene.
Room to Breathe (schedule of activities at Terra Rosa):
Day 1: Welcome & Creating a Safe Container for your Authentic Self • Orientation, Opening Circle & Intention Setting • Stepping Outside Ones Comfort Zone to Experience the Magic
Day 2: Reclaiming your Peace and Wellness • Nervous System Reset with Breathwork, Body Mapping & Sound Healing • Navigating Intense Emotions and Finding Peace
Day 3: Deep Dive to Overcome Trauma with Breathwork • Trauma in the Body; Guided Meditation, Release & Healing • Extended Breathwork, Holding Space and Transformation
Day 4: Cultivating Intuition and Trusting your Inner Guidance • Experiential Exercises with Breathwork to Connect and Trust your Intuition • My Body, my Compass; Manifesting your Authentic Future
Day 5: Integration and Embarking on your Next Beautiful Chapter • Ecstatic Movement and Closing Circle ROOM TO BREATHE
Terra Rosa available accommodations:
En-suite Rooms (2 persons, private shower & toilet): 2 rooms available
Twin Rooms (2 persons, shared shower & toilet): 4 rooms available
Quad Rooms (up to 5 persons, shared shower & toilet): 4 rooms available
Ashram Villa Sunshine available accommodations:
Top Floor (Sun Suite with 4 beds and balcony)
Second Floor (4 Bedrooms / Passion, Harmony, Peace & Joy with 2 baths)
Ground Floor (Horizon Suite with 3 beds, 1 bath, kitchenette and terrace
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Price: $1,670.00 / Includes:
Accommodations over 4 Nights, 5 days & 11 Vegetarian Meals at Terra Rosa (Queer Communal Community)
Transformational Breathwork Programing over 4 full days and 2 half-days
Accommodations 3 Nights, 4 days in our exclusive Ashram Villa Sunshine in Sitges (Top Queer Beach in Europe on the Mediterranean
Shuttle Service from Barcelona to Terra Rosa on August 17, from Terra Rosa to Sitges on August 21, and from Sitges back to Barcelona on August 24
*$500 deposit in order to register. Save $200 if you pay in full by May 1, 2026. Final payment due by July 15 and NO refunds after June 15, 2026.
*Not Included: Flights, additional meals, travelers insurance and optional excursions.
Hosted by Chad Putman, MSW
You've heard some of my story, but the other part is that I truly enjoy connecting with others, exploring the world and having new and amazing experiences. As often as I can, I chose to ditch convention and old pathways. I've learned the hard way through my own personal struggles. At anytime I can embrace my own journey and desires, welcome change and to say "YES" to opportunities the scare the sh*t out of me. It's with that spirit I invite you to join me, not for a vacation, but for a queer escape and reboot. Starting today and this summer, embrace the change you want to be and see in the world.
Got questions? What are you waiting for?
Text Chad at 518-225-0957 or email chadputman1@gmail.com
for more information.
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