Meet the Team
Dan & Karyn Hughes
The small but visionary partnership at Vitae Vi consists of passionate husband and wife team Dan & Karyn both of whom are dedicated to revolutionising the way they approach health & wellness.
“We are trained professionals and committed to guiding you on a transformative journey towards complete connection with your health in a simple way, giving you the tools to become stronger, happier & healthier”
Karyn Hughes
Meet Karyn, the driving force behind 'Vitae Vi.' A specialist in Reflexology, Wellbeing Coaching, Fitness Coaching, and Golf Biomechanics, her journey began with a key lesson: "paddle your own canoe." Unsatisfied with a lucrative role in the beauty industry, Karyn boldly purchased a gym on the Isle of Wight, igniting a fulfilling venture.
Over time, she seamlessly integrated coaching, fitness, holistic therapies, and established a skin clinic. Karyn's passion for wellbeing extends to collaborations with the NHS and voluntary work at a hospice. Her dedication shines through a successful staff wellbeing programme at The Cowdray Estate. Alongside partner Dan, she incorporates the Wim Hof Method, breathwork, mindset coaching, and holistic therapies into courses and retreats.
Their mission is clear: warmly guide everyone, irrespective of background, towards strength, happiness, and health, ensuring a sense of achievement at every stage. Welcome to a personalised world of wellness!
Dan Hughes
Meet Dan, Co-Founder of 'Vitae Vi' and a Wim Hof Method Instructor passionate about breathwork. Despite battling serious illness in his late 30s and later experiencing debilitating effects of Long Covid, Dan found relief through the Wim Hof Method.
This transformative experience led him to leave his corporate career to help others as a Breathwork & Wim Hof Method Instructor. Dan's mission is clear: empower others to feel stronger, healthier, and happier through controlled breath, mindset, and cold exposure.
Drawing from personal challenges, Dan guides individuals towards discovering their inner strength, embodying Wim Hof's belief that "You are stronger than you think you are." Join Dan on this life-changing journey—you won't regret it.
Stories from our visitors!
Wim Hof Method Workshop
A remarkable experience. I would not stop short of calling it life-changing. Learning about the power of breath has fundamentally altered what we can do, and how we do it. Dan and Karyn are amazing teachers, coaches, cheerleaders and now (I think) friends! If you haven't done this yet - what are you waiting for?
Wim Hof Method Workshop
What an amazing experience. Thank you to Dan and Karyn. Having attended their Wim Hof Method Fundamentals Workshop I now feel like I have a whole new wealth of knowledge when it comes to breath work and cold exposure. It was very professional. Everyone was very welcoming. I would highly recommend booking onto one of their workshops. Thank you again!
Wim Hof Method Workshop
The workshop was amazing! Dan explained clearly how the Wim Hoff method works and gave clear examples and benefits. The breathing part was very interesting and the health benefits are amazing! The first thing we do as human entering this world once we leave our mothers wombs is to breathe and yet, we take it for granted! Ice bath was superb!
Corporate Client
I had an amazing experience in my Wim Hof workshop organised by my work, with Dan. He is a warm, friendly and very knowledgeable instructor who instantly made me feel at ease. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in the workshop and learned so much about the health benefits of the breathing and ice baths. I overcame nerves and felt comfortable being challenged outside my boundaries. I’ll definitely be doing more sessions with Dan!
Wim Hof Method Workshop
I felt in the safest of hands with Dan. Having knowledgeably explained the Wim Hof Method, he led us with ease and confidence through the most beautiful breathwork session, surrounded by nature. I came away feeling restored and ready for anything! Thank you Dan – you’re a real pro!
