The Sanctuary
Pause, reset and reconnect.
Step away from the energy of the festival into a calmer space designed for stillness, sound, movement and recovery.
The Sanctuary is a dedicated space to pause, reset, and reconnect with yourself.
Whether you need ten minutes of stillness between talks or you’re ready to go deeper with a guided session, The Sanctuary meets you where you are.
Drop in for quiet reflection, sink into mindful soundscapes from Myndstream, or join a class, from gentle movement to immersive gong baths. Every element is designed to calm your nervous system, clear mental clutter, and bring you back to centre.
Stay for a moment, or stay for longer.
The Sanctuary Timetable
Friday 26 June
A parasympathetic breathwork session designed to down-regulate your nervous system, release stored tension, and return you to a state of deep, embodied peace. Guided by Sonja Moses, this 30-minute practice is your reset.
Led by:
@sonjamoses
Instructor:
Sonja Moses
Rest & Restore is all about hitting ‘pause’. A powerful recharge happens. One that’s both restorative, and rejuvenating. The intention here is to slow down, do less and be present with the sensations of the body and breath. With gentle movement, long held supportive yoga poses, calming breathing techniques and guided meditative relaxation this is perfect for anyone who finds it hard to slow down and switch off.
Led by:
Hotpod Yoga
Instructor:
Lindsey Huebner
The Science of Joy: Connection, Brainwaves & Psychological Freedom is an uplifting session exploring what helps human beings feel more connected, present and alive.
Led by Chris Wimshurst and James O’Keefe, this practical and reflective workshop looks at how our thoughts, emotions, brainwave states, relationships, breath and body all influence how we feel and show up in daily life.
Rather than being a breathwork or movement class, this session explores the conditions that support joy, connection and psychological freedom. Through discussion, reflection and simple embodied techniques, participants will learn how to better understand their internal state, shift out of stress and overwhelm, and reconnect with themselves and others.
Instructors:
Chris Wimshurst and James O’Keefe
A guided recovery session using percussion and vibration tools to support mobility, release tension and improve range of motion. Suitable for all levels.
Led by:
Paul Edmondson / Hyperice
A guided recovery session using percussion and vibration tools to support mobility, release tension and improve range of motion. Suitable for all levels.
Led by:
Paul Edmondson / Hyperice
A guided recovery session using percussion and vibration tools to support mobility, release tension and improve range of motion. Suitable for all levels.
Led by:
Paul Edmondson / Hyperice
A guided recovery session using percussion and vibration tools to support mobility, release tension and improve range of motion. Suitable for all levels.
Led by:
Paul Edmondson / Hyperice
Book your sessions in the festival app
Classes and sessions can be added to your festival schedule via the event app, which will go live soon. Places are limited and subject to availability, book your ticket to avoid disappointment.
Agenda
From Lifespan to Healthspan: A Longevity Mindscape
In this opening keynote, Simon Taffler brings together insights from over 30 years of clinical
practice to explore what truly supports healthy ageing. Discover the everyday factors that
influence how we feel, function and flourish as we age, and why the future of longevity
depends on far more than genetics or healthcare alone.
The Missing Pillar: Why Mental Health is Central to Longevity
We spend endless time talking about nutrition, fitness and sleep – but what about the health
of our minds? Join Professor Lynne Corner and Sarah Kline, CEO of United for Global Mental
Health, for a thought-provoking conversation on why emotional wellbeing may be one of the
most overlooked drivers of a longer, healthier life. Discover how mental health shapes the
way we age, build relationships and navigate life’s challenges, and why it deserves a central
place in the future of longevity.
Meet the Experts on Longevity
Informal drop in sessions where attendees can engage directly with Longevity Lab specialists.
Keeping Your Passion for Work and Beyond in the 100 Year Life
As people live longer, healthier lives, the challenge is no longer simply how long we work, but how we continue to find purpose, passion and fulfilment along the way. Join Professor Lynne Corner and Nick Viner from Circle Square as they explore how to stay energised, engaged and excited about what comes next in a 100-year life.
The Longevity of Connection
In a world that is more connected than ever, many people are feeling increasingly isolated. Join psychotherapist and relationship specialist Annabelle Safinia as she explores the powerful link between human connection, emotional wellbeing and long-term health, and why the quality of our relationships may be one of the most important, and overlooked, predictors of how well we age.
Redefining Ageing: Challenging Stereotypes and Reclaiming Visibility
Model, writer and positive ageing advocate Mia Maugé has built a platform by challenging
outdated ideas about beauty, visibility and growing older. In conversation with Jackie Cooper,
she’ll share her remarkable journey from overlooked consumer to industry trailblazer, while
exploring how society’s view of ageing is evolving, and why embracing visibility, confidence
and authenticity is becoming increasingly important in the longevity era.
Longevity, Misinformation and the Crisis of Trust: Who do we Believe when Everyone Claims to be a Health Expert?
As longevity enters the mainstream, consumers are increasingly turning to influencers, online
communities and AI for advice once sought from healthcare professionals. Join Professor
Lynne Corner and Carolyn Paul as they explore how misinformation, conflicting health claims
and growing scepticism toward traditional experts are reshaping the longevity conversation,
and how we can separate credible science from hype in an age of information overload.
Meet the Experts on Longevity
Informal drop in sessions where attendees can engage directly with Longevity Lab specialists.
