Hope Cartel 9D Breathwork
DEEP BREATHING EXERCISES
Hope Cartel 9D Breathwork
Australia's biggest 9D delivery brand. Sessions, pricing, and what to expect.
Last updated: May 6, 2026
Hope Cartel is one of the largest delivery brands for 9D Breathwork — the audio-layered guided breathing format created by Brian Kelly. Based in Melton, Victoria, they run group sessions at their dedicated venue, private 1:1s, online sessions, and touring events across Australia. Below: who they are, what a Hope Cartel session actually looks like, what it costs, and how the underlying breath protocol works (which you can try right now, free).
Founded by Garry "Gaz" Wright in Melton, Victoria, Hope Cartel grew rapidly on TikTok in 2024-2026 as one of the largest English-speaking delivery brands for 9D Breathwork. They run the licensed format created by Brian Kelly, not their own protocol.
Technique overview
Who Hope Cartel is
Hope Cartel is an Australian breathwork community founded by Garry "Gaz" Wright. The brand grew rapidly on TikTok and Instagram in 2024-2026 around Wright's recovery story and group sessions. They operate out of "Hope HQ" in Melton, Victoria, plus run private 1:1 sessions, online group sessions, and touring events across Australia. They sell physical merchandise and a "Breathe Bundle" audio package alongside the live sessions. Hope Cartel does not own the 9D Breathwork format — that's Brian Kelly's licensed system — but they are one of the most visible English-speaking delivery brands.
What a Hope Cartel session looks like
Like any 9D Breathwork session, the format runs 60 to 120 minutes total. It opens with grounding and intention-setting (~10 minutes), moves into the active breath phase set to the nine-layer audio soundtrack (~45 minutes), and closes with integration in silence (~15 minutes). The breath protocol is conscious connected breathing — continuous, no pauses, mouth-in / mouth-out. Hope Cartel sessions are typically held in dimmed rooms with mats, eye masks, and headphones for the binaural audio layers. Group sessions can run 20-100+ people; private sessions are one-on-one with Wright or a certified facilitator.
Pricing and where to find them
Hope Cartel's pricing isn't always published publicly — most listings are gated behind a booking flow at hopecartel.com.au. Industry-standard 9D pricing in Australia runs roughly AUD $40-80 for group sessions, AUD $150-300 for private 1:1s. Their physical venue is in Melton, Victoria; touring schedules cover Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, and other major cities throughout the year. They also sell digital audio packages (the "Breathe Bundle") for at-home practice. International audiences typically can't attend live but can buy the audio.
How the breath underneath works
The breath itself — what makes a Hope Cartel session physiologically effective — is conscious connected breathing. It's not new: same protocol as the Wim Hof Method activating phase, similar to Stanislav Grof's Holotropic Breathwork from the 1970s, similar to rebirthing traditions. Continuous mouth breathing, no pause at top or bottom, into the belly first then the chest. Triggers respiratory alkalosis, tetany (tingling), and altered states. The nine-layer audio stack on top is what 9D Breathwork as a format adds — the breath itself is universal and free.
Try the breath now (free)
If you're curious about the physiological experience before paying for a Hope Cartel session, you can practice the underlying conscious connected breath right here using our guided pacer (set to the Wim Hof rhythm — the closest pre-built analog). Two to five minutes is plenty for a first try. The full 45-minute active phase belongs in a guided session, not solo — but the short version gives you a real sense of the sensation.
Step-by-step
How to practice
Structured walkthrough pulled from the editorial brief.
- Total time
- Hope Cartel session: 60–120 min. Free breath pacer: 2–5 min.
- Difficulty
- intermediate
- Tools
- Comfortable clothing, Eye mask (often provided, bring your own to be safe), Yoga mat (provided at venue), Headphones for the audio stack (provided at live events)
- 1
Book a session
Hope Cartel's booking is at hopecartel.com.au. Group sessions are listed by location and date; private 1:1s are scheduled separately. International attendees can book online group sessions.
Pre-session
- 2
Eat lightly 2–3 hours before
Conscious connected breathing on a full stomach is uncomfortable. A light meal a few hours before is ideal. Hydrate, but not excessively right before.
Day of session
- 3
Arrive early, set intention
Get to the venue 15-20 min before start so you can settle, put on the eye mask, and set an intention for the session. The intention shapes what surfaces during the breath.
15–20 minutes
- 4
Active breath phase (~45 min)
Lie on the mat. Begin conscious connected breathing — mouth-in, mouth-out, no pause, into the belly first then the chest. The nine-layer soundtrack and the facilitator's vocal guidance carry you through. Stay with whatever comes up.
~45 minutes
- 5
Integration in silence (~15 min)
Stop the active breath. Lie still while the room reintegrates. This is when the nervous system reorganizes — don't rush out. The facilitator usually closes with brief reflection.
10–15 minutes
Use cases
Where it fits
Situations where this breathing cadence excels.
Looking for a live group session in Australia
Hope Cartel's main offering is in-person group sessions, with regular touring across Australian capitals. Best for people who want the held container and don't already have a regular breathwork practice.
1 group session, repeat as desired
Want to try 9D before committing to the full app
If you've seen the 9D Breathwork brand on social media and want to try the format with a known live facilitator before subscribing to the official app, Hope Cartel is one path in.
Single session
Curious about Garry Wright's recovery work
A meaningful chunk of Hope Cartel's audience comes through Wright's personal recovery story on TikTok. If that's what brought you here, the live sessions emphasize community and shared experience.
Group session preferred over private
Suggested frequency
Most attendees do 1 group session every 2-4 weeks. Combine with daily 2-5 minute pacer-only practice between sessions to maintain familiarity with the breath.
Practice notes
Keep it gentle
Helpful reminders so the pattern stays sustainable day after day.
Eat lightly beforehand
Most 9D facilitators recommend a light meal 2-3 hours before a session, not immediately before. Conscious connected breathing on a full stomach is uncomfortable.
Bring an eye mask
If Hope Cartel doesn't provide one, bring your own. Closing the visual field deepens the inward focus during the active breath phase.
Plan for integration
Don't schedule anything cognitive immediately after a 9D session. Many people feel emotionally tender or spaced out for hours afterward — leave the rest of the day open.
FAQ
Common questions
Evidence-backed answers we hear from practitioners most often.
What is Hope Cartel 9D breathwork?
Hope Cartel is an Australian breathwork community delivering the 9D Breathwork format. Founded by Garry "Gaz" Wright, they run in-person group sessions at "Hope HQ" in Melton VIC, plus private 1:1s, online sessions, and touring events. The format is a 60-120 minute guided session combining conscious connected breathing with a nine-layer audio soundtrack. They are not the protocol owner — that's Brian Kelly's licensed 9D system — but they're one of the largest English-speaking delivery brands.
Where is Hope Cartel based?
Their physical venue "Hope HQ" is in Melton, Victoria, Australia. They also run touring events across Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and other Australian cities. Online group sessions are available globally, and they sell digital audio packages for at-home practice.
How much does a Hope Cartel session cost?
Hope Cartel doesn't publish pricing publicly — most listings are behind a booking flow. Industry-standard 9D pricing in Australia runs roughly AUD $40-80 for group sessions and AUD $150-300 for private 1:1s. Their digital "Breathe Bundle" audio package is sold separately for at-home practice.
Is Hope Cartel the same as 9D Breathwork the brand?
No. 9D Breathwork is a licensed format created by Brian Kelly (9dbreathwork.com), with 1,300+ certified facilitators worldwide. Hope Cartel is one of those delivery brands — they run the format but don't own it. Other 9D delivery brands exist globally; Hope Cartel is one of the largest in the English-speaking market.
Can I do Hope Cartel breathwork at home?
Their digital "Breathe Bundle" audio package is designed for at-home practice. The breath protocol itself — conscious connected breathing — is universal and free; you can practice it right now with our guided pacer above. What you can't replicate at home is the live facilitator presence and group container of an in-person session.
Is Hope Cartel breathwork safe?
The breath protocol is the same conscious connected breathing practiced for 50+ years across rebirthing and holotropic traditions — broadly safe for healthy adults but intense (tetany, dizziness, emotional release are common). Contraindicated in pregnancy, epilepsy, cardiac conditions, glaucoma, recent surgery, and unmanaged asthma. Hope Cartel facilitators screen attendees before sessions; mention any of these conditions when booking.
Research & safety
What evidence says
Peer-reviewed highlights and guardrails pulled from the content brief.
Study highlights
Fincham et al., 2023 — Scientific Reports (breathwork meta-analysis)
Meta-analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials found breathwork practices reduced stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms compared to control conditions. The conscious connected breath protocol Hope Cartel uses is part of this broader literature.
Almahayni & Hammond, 2024 — Wim Hof Method systematic review
Systematic review confirmed measurable physiological effects (sympathetic nervous system activation, immune response modulation) from the breath protocol most similar to what Hope Cartel runs in their active 45-min phase.
Safety notes
- NEVER practice in water, while driving, or standing — fainting risk is real with conscious connected breathing.
- Lie on a mat with no sharp edges nearby. Live sessions are set up safely; at-home practice needs the same discipline.
- Tetany (tingling and involuntary tightening of hands and face), dizziness, and emotional release are normal. Hope Cartel facilitators are trained for this.
- Contraindicated in pregnancy, epilepsy, cardiac conditions, glaucoma, recent surgery, and unmanaged asthma. Disclose these when booking.
- If trying conscious connected breathing alone for the first time before a Hope Cartel session, keep it short (2–5 min) and use our pacer above.
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