Chief Ice Officer, Arnold-Fanck-Str (2026)

12/01/2026

🌟 Big Congratulations to our new certified Chief Ice Trainer, Tina Weinberger! 🌟

We are excited to welcome Tina to our international community as a certified trainer. With her expertise and passion, she will be guiding individuals and groups across Lower Bavaria, Upper Palatinate (on request also Upper Bavaria), including cities like Böbrach, Bodenmais, Teisnach, Deggendorf, Viechtach, Cham, Bad Kötzting, Arnbruck, Zwiesel, Landau and Straubing.

💪 Tina's focus areas include:

✅ Mindset & Mental Training
✅ Courage & Confidence Building
✅ Breathwork & Relaxation
✅ Self-awareness & Resilience
✅ Mindfulness
✅ Team Building & Managerial Skills
✅ Burnout Prevention & Recovery
✅ Fitness & Performance Enhancement

📲 Online trainings are also available!

Tina’s trainings are basically for everyone, including:

❄️ All ages & genders
❄️ Women in or around menopause
❄️ People with diabetes
❄️ Individuals on the autism spectrum
❄️ People with anxiety disorders
❄️ People with various limitations (just ask!)

We can’t wait to see the positive impact Tina will make on our community 🎉

01/01/2026

What an amazing year 2025 ❄️

A huge thank you to our incredible international expert team who shared their knowledge, experience, and passion with our program participants:

🧠 Dr. Martje Sältz & Dr. Lutz Liese – for guiding us through the medical aspects of cold exposure
🚑 Lukas Leineweber – for teaching safety in cold plunging from a paramedic’s perspective
🧊 Elina Mäkinen – for showing the mindset needed to build true cold tolerance
🌬️ Budimir “Buda” Šobat – world record holder for longest breath hold, for revealing the power of breathwork
🏆 Lukasz Szpunar – world record holder for longest immersion in ice, for sharing the real challenges of cold exposure
🌿 Sebastian Kneipp Academy – for reminding us of the healing power of nature
🔥 Constantin Falcoianu – for passing on his experience in running professional, successful cold plunge trainings

And most of all: thank you to our participants from 10 different countries 🌍
Without you, this program would not exist 💙

It’s a privilege to accompany you on your journey to becoming cold plunge trainers — to teach you, learn from you, hear your personal stories, and watch you grow. We are incredibly proud when you step out into the world and run professional, safe, and impactful cold plunge trainings.

Happy New Year 2026 ✨
Let’s keep spreading the message and help more people discover the power of the cold ❄️🧊

18/12/2025

❄️ Congratulations to Louise Higgins on completing the Chief Ice Officer Program! ❄️

Louise is based in the East Midlands, UK (LE65) and has now added cold exposure therapy to her holistic therapy practice. She is a qualified Sports Massage Therapist and offers a range of holistic treatments from her home treatment room in North West Leicestershire.

Louise will be offering 1-to-1 cold exposure training sessions, with a focus on:

🧊 Inflammation reduction & recovery
🧠 Mental health management & mindset

Her cold plunge is typically set between 2–4°C, but sessions are fully tailored to the individual — from gentler temperatures for beginners to sub-zero ice baths for more experienced plungers.

📅 Bookings are now open for January 2026
📞 Get in touch with Louise on 07720 686934 to book or for more information.

Welcome to our international CIO instructor community, Louise! We're happy to have you ❄️💙

03/12/2025

It's needless to say that we at the Chief Ice Officer program are truly convinced of the health benefits of cold exposure! Also our medical experts on the trainer team are enthusiastic cold plungers ❄️💙

An increasing number of studies show that regular exposure to cold can trigger both physical and mental changes. Here’s an overview of key scientific findings that we discuss in detail in our blog:

🔵 Physical Effects

• Immune System & Susceptibility to Infections:
Regular ice bathing can activate mild immune responses. Some studies show small positive effects — but only with consistent, long-term practice. Other research suggests that cold exposure does not automatically protect against infections.

• Reduced Oxidative Stress & Higher Stress Tolerance:
Cold exposure can trigger adaptive mechanisms that increase the body’s ability to handle stress.

• Cardiovascular System:
For healthy individuals, winter swimming may support beneficial cardiovascular adaptations. For people with heart conditions, however, cold exposure can be risky.

• Circulation & Temperature Regulation:
Cold trains the blood vessels, improves temperature control, and can support circulation over time.

• Body Fat:
Cold activates brown adipose tissue — the type of fat that burns energy to keep the body warm. This is considered a promising factor for metabolism and disease prevention.

🟣 Mental & Psychological Effects

• Mental Strength:
Managing the body’s cold shock requires focus and control — effectively training mind and nervous system.

• Mood Enhancement:
Cold exposure boosts the release of adrenaline and endorphins, often leading to a natural post-ice-bath “high.”

• Support for Depressive Symptoms:
Early research indicates that regular cold exposure may help alleviate depressive symptoms.

🗣️ What Many Ice Bathers Report

More energy, better mood, higher stress resilience, clearer skin, improved sleep, and relief from migraines. As always: only practice cold exposure in good health, and listen to your body.

👉 Read our full in-depth blog article with all scientific studies here:

https://chieficeofficer.com/cold-plunge-health/

12/11/2025

❄️ Big congratulations to our newly certified Chief Ice Officer, Tanja Wolfsgruber! 🧊🎉

Tanja offers transformative leadership and team-building seminars for individuals, groups, and companies, and integrates ice bathing in her events. Every session includes breathwork and nature, with focus on mindset, emotional control, and resilience.

Tanja has a psychosocial approach which means she tailors her programs to individual needs, keeping the groups small (max 15 people) for maximum impact. 🌿💪

There are no boundaries when it comes to location — Tanja works wherever her clients are, in German or English, bringing her expertise to anyone ready to embrace challenges and grow stronger.

For more information, get in touch with Tanja: ✉️

We’re so proud to have you on board, Tanja! Here’s to helping people face life’s challenges with courage and clarity! ❄️✨

07/11/2025

We’re excited to share a personal experience from one of our participants who explored a breathing technique from our Chief Ice Officer program — designed to bring calm, focus, and safety during cold plunges:

"I first learned I.C.E. Breathing in the Breathwork Module and immediately wanted to try it. Even as an experienced cold plunger, I was surprised by how quickly it helped me find calm, focus, and strength. During ice baths, it prevented shallow, irregular breathing and made immersion smoother and more controlled.

A friend joined me to try it for the first time. She’s been cold plunging for years, jumping into the Alm Canal in Salzburg each winter, but has never used a structured technique. Due to her autism, she doesn’t feel cold the same way others do. Normally, she jumps in briefly, splashes, and gets out — never panicking or feeling pain.

She had also never held her breath intentionally and was a bit nervous. We practiced together, and she found the rhythm easy and calming. During the plunge, she said the breathing acted as a “steady anchor,” making the experience feel more mindful. A few days later, she even used it during stressful social situations and was amazed at how quickly it helped her regain composure, calm her nervous system, and stay focused.

This experience showed us that I.C.E. Breathing isn’t just for cold exposure — it’s simple, powerful, and effective in everyday stress. We’ve now added it to our personal toolkit for quick calm, focus, and inner strength."

29/10/2025

Planning to take the leap from cold plunges to ice swimming? 🧊❄️

We sat down with Austrian Ice Swimming World Champion Yasmine Pliessnig to get the inside scoop on ice swimming.

From the intense challenge of the Ice Mile – often called the “Mount Everest” of cold water swimming – to tips for beginners on safe distances, warming up, and avoiding hypothermia, Yasmine shares her expert insights.

If you're aiming for longer swims in open water, this interview covers everything from beginner progress to advanced techniques. 💦

Check out the full interview on our blog:
https://chieficeofficer.com/blog/everything-about-cold-water-swimming/
🏊‍♀️✨

27/10/2025

❄️ Double the Ice Power! ❄️

A huge congratulations to Simon Höneß and Nina Behringer for successfully completing the Chief Ice Officer Instructor Certification! 💪💧

This amazing couple brings double the cold, double the energy, and double the heart to their work. Both are passionate cold enthusiasts with backgrounds in personal coaching, meditation, breathwork, sound healing, mental resilience, and yoga. 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️

Together, they now offer cold plunge courses designed to boost energy, inner peace, and happiness in 55571 Odernheim am Glan. 🌊✨ Simon's and Nina's main focus right now is cold plunging for beginners — so newbies are very welcome!

We’re thrilled to see cold plunging turn into a true family business, spreading icy inspiration throughout the region. ❄️💙

👉 For more information, follow and contact Simon & Nina at .

Ice power – family power – double energy guaranteed! 🧊💥

❤️

15/10/2025

❄️✨ The Ultimate Winter Retreat 2026 – with 4x Guinness World Record Holder ich Lukasz Szpunar & the Chief Ice Officer Team!

From March 5–8, 2026, we invite you to an unforgettable event in Sandomierz, Poland.

A long weekend full of cold exposure, movement, and deep relaxation.
Push your limits, recharge your energy, and experience real transformation – in an inspiring community of like-minded people. 💙

🌨️ Here are some of the program highlights:

🏔️ Climb Mount Lysica wearing only shorts
🧊 Float in the lake with a life vest
❄️ Cryotherapy chamber session
🧖‍♀️ Cold & heat therapy in the spa area
💪 Ice bathing & EMS training
🌬️ Breathing techniques & hypnosis for mental strength

Join us for a retreat that inspires, connects, and creates lasting impact. ✨

📄 Interested? We’ll gladly send you the full info sheet with all details.
👉 Just comment below, send us a DM, or email contakt@chieficeofficer.com

💫 Get in touch now and take advantage of the early bird discount!

14/10/2025

🌍✨ From Canada with love!

We’re excited to share this wonderful review from Dawn, one of our certified Chief Ice Officers 🇨🇦💙

Reviews like this remind us why we’re so passionate about what we do — delivering great customer service, training content with real value, and access to an international team of top experts & record holders you won’t find anywhere else.

Did you know our certification can be completed 100% online, from anywhere in the world? 🌐
That’s how our amazing international community continues to grow — connecting, learning, and exchanging insights across borders.

Thank you for the love and trust, Dawn! 🙏
You inspire us to keep raising the bar every day. 💫

P.S. If you're interested in experiencing some amazing retreats in the Canadian Rockies - Dawn's the right person to get in touch with. Her Wild Reset events are cold af, but 100% worth it!!

08/10/2025

🌿 Chief Ice Officer at the Herbarium Festival in Thermen & Badewelt Sinsheim, Germany ❄️

This week we’re joining the Herbarium – Nature & Herbal Festival at Thermen & Badewelt Sinsheim together with our Chief Ice Officer, Constantin Falcoianu! 💧

And of course — there will be ICE BATHING! 🧊
Come by, breathe deep, and experience the cold in this stunning setting.

Until Thursday evening, scents, sounds, rituals, herbs, natural essences, and magical specials will help you discover the healing energy of nature, reconnect with yourself, and enjoy unforgettable moments for body, mind, and soul. 🌸

Can’t make it before the weekend? No worries — the ice bathing & sauna truck will still be here in Sinsheim until Sunday evening.🔥❄️

👉 Stop by, embrace the chill, and feel the energy.
We can’t wait to see you! 💙

03/10/2025

❄️ October is here – and with it the official start of the Ice Bathing Season 2025/2026! 🧊💪

Our certified Chief Ice Officers are ready! In Canada, the US, Mexico, the UK, Irland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland... Ice barrels are being filled, safe and stunning natural spots are chosen, and people everywhere are being introduced to the power of the cold in a secure and motivating way.

👉 Whether it’s corporate workshops, wellness & wellbeing events, or trainings at gyms and spas – professional ice bath coaches are being booked more than ever. Why? Because more and more people are discovering the transformative effects of cold exposure.

The first step into the cold is always the hardest. That’s why having a skilled coach by your side makes all the difference – guiding you safely, scientifically, and with the right motivation.

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