About us

Hi, my name is Kym Jongebloed. I am the owner, Breathwork Instructor, and Remedial Massage Therapist at Respair, the breathing space in Crafers.

I have a Bachelor of Nursing degree and have worked in health as a Registered Nurse for over 20 years, acquiring further education in Sleep Medicine, Palliative Care, and Chronic Illness Management, also completing a Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy, and I am a certified breathwork instructor and stretch coach.

I have always been interested in anatomy, bodywork, wellness, breathing and self-care. I believe that to enjoy life to the fullest, we need to be centered, happy, and well. This starts with looking after ourselves. Learning to breathe functionally has been the best skill I have learned to improve my health and well-being. After suffering from anxiety and being a victim of stress, breathwork has provided me with a tool to cope and become more me again. 

Working in health for many years, I was seeking evidence-based techniques to improve my state. This led to becoming a Buteyko Breathwork Instructor and an Oxygen Advantage Advanced Trainer. Simple breathwork skills have scientifically proven benefits and can be weaved into everyday life. 

Learning to breathe functionally can revolutionize your health and fitness. I can teach you to harness the power of your breath to feel happier and healthier and improve your fitness, stamina, and recovery. After all, we cannot benefit others unless we are in good health ourselves.

I will work with you to develop a customized program specific to your self-care goals – respair, rest and repair.

The focus is on you.