Breathwork Teacher Training Certificate Yoga Alliance Ce
Published 10/2024
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920x1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Language: English | Size: 2.44 GB | Duration: 1h 42m
Published 10/2024
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920x1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Language: English | Size: 2.44 GB | Duration: 1h 42m
Pranayama Course YACEP
What you'll learn
Master essential breathwork techniques to enhance your physical health, mental clarity, and energy balance.
Learn how the breath impacts your nervous system, improves oxygenation, and supports your body’s overall vitality and resilience.
Delve into the concepts of prana (life force), nadis (energy channels), and chakras (energy centers) to better understand the energetic impact of pranayama.
Develop the ability to guide students through pranayama practices with clear, effective cues and instructions to ensure a safe and transformative experience.
Gain practical skills for seamlessly incorporating pranayama into your yoga sequences, enhancing the benefits of each class for your students.
Discover the ancient roots of pranayama, how it evolved through yogic traditions, and its modern-day relevance in yoga and wellness practices.
Use pranayama as a powerful tool to manage stress, improve focus, and foster emotional balance in your daily life or professional practice.
Deepen your personal yoga practice and self-awareness by harnessing the power of breath to cultivate mindfulness, inner calm, and emotional resilience.
Complete this course and earn Yoga Alliance CE credits, enriching your teaching credentials and expanding your skillset as a yoga instructor.
Requirements
No former breathwork experience required. You will learn everything you need to know.
Description
Pranayama - The Breath, the Science, and the Energetic BodyWelcome to this all-encompassing, Yoga Alliance-accredited course. Designed for both practitioners and teachers, this course blends detailed practice sessions with ancient yogic wisdom and modern science to deepen your understanding of breathwork and its powerful effects on the body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re a busy professional, a parent seeking balance, or someone looking to enhance your yoga practice, this course offers practical tools to manage stress, increase vitality, and foster mental clarity. For Yoga/Meditation teachers You will learn how to guide students through various pranayama techniques, when to apply them, and how to seamlessly integrate them into your classes for maximum benefit.Course FeaturesVideo TutorialsEngage with step-by-step video demonstrations of key pranayama techniques. When to Use Which TechniquesExplore the benefits of each pranayama technique and learn when to incorporate them. For busy professionals, calming techniques like Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing) or Sama Vritti (Box/Equal Breathing) can reduce stress and increase focus, while energizing practices such as Kapalabhati (Skull Shining Breath) can provide a quick mental boost.Incorporating Pranayama into Yoga Classes and Daily LifeLearn how to seamlessly integrate pranayama into your yoga classes or your personal routine. Whether you’re teaching others or looking to practice at home, this course provides the flexibility to suit your lifestyle. Simple breathing exercises can be incorporated into short breaks during a busy day, helping you reset and refocus, or used as a longer practice to calm the mind before sleep.Downloadable Supporting ManualsAccess downloadable manuals that break down key pranayama techniques, their benefits, and contraindications. These resources are designed to support your ongoing learning and offer quick reference guides for both personal practice and teaching.Yoga Alliance AccreditedThis course is accredited with Yoga Alliance and offers 10 Continuing Education (CE) points. It’s perfect for yoga/Meditation teachers looking to expand their expertise or for practitioners seeking to deepen their personal practice.Course ContentThe Science of BreathUnderstand how breath directly affects your nervous system, supports mental clarity, and improves overall health. Learn how specific pranayama techniques activate the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce stress and enhance relaxation—perfect for busy professionals or parents looking to find balance and calm amid hectic schedules.The Energetic BodyDelve into the subtler aspects of yogic philosophy by understanding the energetic body. Learn how prana (life force energy) flows through nadis (energy channels) and chakras (energy centers), and how pranayama can clear blockages, balance energy, and enhance both physical and emotional well-being.Definition and HistoryUncover the ancient roots of pranayama in traditional yogic practices. Explore its journey from the Vedas and Yoga Sutras of Patanjali through to modern Hatha Yoga, and learn how pranayama has been used for centuries to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.Benefits of This CourseStress ReliefPranayama helps activate the body’s relaxation response, reducing stress and promoting mental calm.Improved Focus and ClarityControlled breathing increases oxygen flow to the brain, improving focus and supporting clearer thinking, making it a perfect tool for professionals or parents needing mental clarity.Emotional BalancePranayama balances the nervous system, helping regulate emotions and reducing anxiety, creating more ease and emotional resilience.By the end of this course, you’ll have practical skills to integrate pranayama into your daily life, whether it’s a quick breathing technique between meetings, or a calming practice before bed. With clear guidance on cuing, teaching, and personal application, you’ll be equipped to use breathwork for stress management, enhanced focus, and deeper emotional balance—making this course a valuable resource for both yoga/meditation practitioners and busy individuals seeking a more mindful, balanced life.
Overview
Section 1: Introduction
Lecture 1 Orientation
Lecture 2 Disclaimer
Lecture 3 Pranayama: Definition and History
Lecture 4 • The Science of Breath
Lecture 5 The Role of CO2 and the Bohr Effect in Pranayama
Lecture 6 The Energetic Body
Lecture 7 The Role of the Brainstem in Involuntary Breathing
Lecture 8 Chakras: The Energy Centers
Section 2: Breathing Practices
Lecture 9 How Long Should You Practice Pranayama?
Lecture 10 Before You Begin the Practices
Lecture 11 Pranayama Sitting Positions
Lecture 12 Sama Vritti Pranayama (Equal/Box Breathing)
Lecture 13 Dirga Paranayama (Three-Part Breath)
Lecture 14 Sheetali Pranayama (Cooling Breath)
Lecture 15 Ujjayi Pranayama (Victorious Breath)
Lecture 16 Anulom Vilom Pranayama (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
Lecture 17 Niyantrit Shwas Pranayama (Controlled Breathing)
Lecture 18 Pratiloma Pranayama (Breathing Against the Flow))
Lecture 19 Kapalbhati Pranayama (Skull Shining Breath)
Lecture 20 Bhastrika Pranayama (Bellows Breath)
Lecture 21 Mindfulness Meditation
Lecture 22 Guided Sleep Meditation
Lecture 23 Walking Meditation
Section 3: Teaching Pranayama: Best Practices for Cuing and Guiding Students Through Safe,
Lecture 24 Best Practices for Cuing and Guiding Students Through Safe, Effective Breathwork
Lecture 25 Teaching Pranayama to Students with Varying Experience and Health Conditions
Lecture 26 Incorporating Breathwork into Different Types of Yoga Classes
Lecture 27 Ethics
Lecture 28 Practice Guidelines for Yoga/Meditation Teachers and Coaches
Section 4: Congratulations!
Lecture 29 Congratulations!
Lecture 30 Certificate Request
Lecture 31 Logging Your Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Points
Yoga/Meditation teachers and sports coaches looking to enhance their teaching with effective breathwork techniques.,Yoga Practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of pranayama and bring breath awareness into their practice.,Busy Professionals, Parents or anyone juggling demanding schedules and looking for practical tools to manage stress, improve focus, and foster emotional balance.,Athletes and Performers looking to enhance physical performance, improve mental focus, and promote quicker recovery through the power of breath.,Wellness Seekers who want to improve their physical and mental well-being by integrating pranayama into their daily routine.