Certified Wim Hof Instructor, Registered Nurse & the “IceNurse”
Hi, I'm Bas.
Why Medicine and Refrigeration Go Hand in Hand
To many people, an ice bath looks like an extreme test of courage. To me, it’s one of the most effective tools for understanding and regulating the nervous system.
As a certified nurse and emergency care specialist, I know exactly how the human body reacts to stress. I understand the physiology behind breathing and the sensation of cold.
That’s exactly why I chose the Wim Hof Method: it’s not based on empty promises, but on scientific studies and proven facts. What matters here aren’t claims, but biological responses.
I’m not a guru who promises miracles. I’m a practitioner who helps you apply these proven techniques with confidence so you can become healthier, calmer, and more resilient.
Why I know it works
I know what it's like to be in a hospital bed not only from the perspective of a nurse, but also from the patient's perspective.
In 2019, life put me to the test: I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease (an autoimmune disorder) and high blood pressure. Suddenly, I was the one who needed help. Although medication is important, I didn’t want to accept that an illness would dictate my daily life. I wanted to take active steps to change things.
That’s how I discovered cold therapy and breathing exercises. What began as an experiment became my anchor. These techniques not only helped me alleviate my symptoms and lower my blood pressure, but also restored what mattered most: my trust in my own body.
Today, I lead a stable life, I’m a father, and I’m full of energy. IceNurse was born out of this experience. My mission is to create this “safe space” for you. So that you, too, can feel that everything you need to heal is already within you.
The Turning Point
Diagnosis & The Start of My Own Journey into the Cold.
Workshop Participants
As a certified Advanced Instructor, I have guided over 250 people safely through the Wim Hof Method—from breathing and mindset to cold exposure.
Workshops led & safely facilitated
From complete beginners to experts: I’ve had the privilege of guiding people in 7 different countries and from over 20 cultures.
Certified Advanced Wim Hof Method Instructor
Certified Emergency Medical Technician (NDS HF) -
SVEB Clinical Instructor - Certified Advanced Oxygen Advantage® Instructor
- CAS Purpose Driven Leadership - ACLS