Breathwork has taken the world by storm (since the 70s) and has even surpassed yoga in popularity while being closely related. Most larger yoga studios in the USA have begun to include Breathwork sessions into their offerings.

Course Description:

This comprehensive Level 1 Certification course combines the foundational principles of Breathwork and Pranayama to cultivate a deep understanding and practical skill set in conscious breathing techniques. Designed for aspiring breathwork facilitators and pranayama practitioners, this course offers a blended learning approach that integrates both online and personal practice training.

Learning Objectives:

    Understand and practice the principles of conscious breathing, conscious connected breathing, and pranayama.
    Develop self-awareness and enhance physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual well-being through breathwork techniques.
    Gain practical experience in facilitating individual and group breathwork and pranayama sessions.
    Learn the theoretical and spiritual frameworks of various schools of Conscious Connected Breathwork (CCB) and Pranayama.

Course Structure:

Module 1: Foundations of Conscious Breathing and Pranayama

    Introduction to Conscious Breathing
    Principles of Breathwork
    Notable names in Breathwork

Module 2: Exploring Breathwork

    Overview of Breathwork
    Techniques and Practices
    Self-Awareness and Well-being through Breathwork

Module 3: Conscious Connected Breathing (CCB)

    Fundamentals of CCB
    Practical Applications and Techniques
    Understanding Different Schools of CCB (Rebirthing, Holotropic Breathwork, etc.)

Module 4: Pranayama Practices

    Core Pranayama Techniques
    Integrating Breath with Movement and Meditation
    Therapeutic Applications of Pranayama

Module 5: Facilitation Skills

    Leading Individual Breathwork Sessions
    Group Facilitation Techniques
    Ethical and Professional Standards

Module 6: Practical Apprenticeship

    Hands-on Practice and Mentorship
    Supervised Sessions and Feedback
    Personal and Professional Development

Assessment:

    Continuous assessment through quizzes and practical assignments
    Final project involving the facilitation of a breathwork or pranayama session
    Peer and mentor feedback

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Level 1 Certification in Integrated Breathwork and Pranayama Facilitation, recognized by the GYTA Organization.

Additional Resources:

    Access to online materials and video tutorials
    Community support through discussion forums and group sessions
    Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities

Enrollment Information:

    Course Duration: 12 weeks (blended learning with both online and personal practice components/assignments)
    Prerequisites: None
    Certification: Level 1 Certification in Integrated Breathwork and Pranayama Facilitation

This course is structured to ensure the integration of daily practice at your own pace. The goal is to complete this course as a confident and proficient Breathwork and pranayama facilitator, emphasizing the necessity of practical experience alongside theoretical knowledge.

Instructor Team:

NIkolai Manek

Vikash Petwal

Dr. Divya Matlani