Pranayama: Sacred Breath

Over these two days, we will take a deep dive into Pranayama, exploring the science, philosophy and practice of yogic breathing.

This training is an opportunity to deepen your own practice while developing the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to share Pranayama safely, effectively and inclusively with your students.

What we will explore

• The philosophy behind Pranayama

• The anatomy and physiology of breathing

• The relationship between breath and the nervous system

• How breathing influences the brain

• What modern science tells us about Pranayama

• How to introduce Pranayama into your teaching

• Breathing and trauma, and breathing practices for children, with guest teachers

Exploring the practices

We will explore a wide range of Pranayama practices, which I divide into three broad categories: balancing, calming and stimulating.

We will spend time exploring variations of the balancing practices, which are generally accessible and suitable for most people, alongside calming and stimulating practices and the use of breath retention.

Throughout the training, there is a strong emphasis on inclusivity, trauma sensitivity and an invitational approach.

Understanding the science behind the practices helps us appreciate how and why they work, recognise when certain techniques may not be appropriate, and learn how to adapt them to create a safe, supportive experience for everyone.

Beyond the mechanics of breathing

Pranayama is so much more than a collection of breathing techniques. It offers us a way to explore the magic of liminality — those spaces in between, where we may experience a profound sense of peace, stillness and calm, and sometimes even altered states of awareness.

These two days bring together science, philosophy and personal experience, allowing us to explore both the practical and the more subtle dimensions of Pranayama.

You will receive a comprehensive manual plus pre-recorded video resources