What You Can Do with a 50-Hour YTTC in Breathwork and Pranayama (in Rishikesh, India)
If you’ve completed your 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training and feel called to go deeper—not just into asana, but into the subtle energy and inner stillness that Yoga truly points toward—then a 50-Hour YTTC in Breathwork and Pranayama might be exactly what you need.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your teaching, deepen your own practice, or unlock the healing potential of the breath, this short yet powerful course can have a profound impact.
And where better to do it than Rishikesh, India—the spiritual heart of yoga itself?
Why Breathwork and Pranayama?
In the classical yogic tradition, pranayama (the control and expansion of prana—life force) is considered more advanced than asana. It’s the bridge between the physical body and the meditative mind. Yet, in most 200-hour YTTCs, breathwork is only briefly touched upon.
This means that many certified yoga teachers are left with only a surface-level understanding of what is actually one of the most transformative limbs of yoga.
A focused 50-hour Breathwork and Pranayama YTTC gives you the space and depth to:
Understand the science and subtlety of the breath
Learn ancient and modern techniques for nervous system regulation
Deepen your meditation through pranayama
Support your students on a more profound level
Facilitate group and 1:1 breathwork sessions confidently
Incorporate breathwork into your own healing and spiritual journey
Who Is This Training For?
This training is designed for yoga teachers who already hold a 200-hour YTTC certification and are ready to go deeper into the energetic and therapeutic dimensions of yoga.
Whether you’re:
A yoga teacher wanting to add breathwork classes or workshops to your offerings
A wellness practitioner looking to integrate pranayama into healing sessions
A seeker wanting to experience deeper states of inner peace, clarity, and presence
—this training will support your growth in all these areas.
What You Will Learn
Our 50-hour YTTC in Breathwork and Pranayama in Rishikesh blends ancient yogic wisdom with modern breath science. Over one immersive week, you’ll explore:
Classical pranayama techniques from Hatha Yoga and Patanjali’s system
Psychology and Philosophy of Pranayama
The physiology of breathing and the nervous system
Energetic anatomy: nadis, chakras, and prana flow
Kriyas and cleansing practices to prepare the body for breathwork
Hatha asana practice to complement your study and Pranayama practice
Teaching methodology: how to guide others safely and effectively, how to sequence and plan classes effectively
Practice and sharing circles for deeper personal understanding
You’ll also receive a certification of completion, allowing you to count these hours as Continuing Education (YACEP) with Yoga Alliance.
Why Study in Rishikesh?
Rishikesh isn’t just a beautiful place to study yoga—it’s where yoga was born.
Here, along the sacred Ganges and beneath the Himalayan foothills, you’re surrounded by centuries of spiritual practice and yogic energy. It's a place where learning pranayama isn't just intellectual—it becomes embodied, alive, and deeply personal.
In Rishikesh, you’ll be immersed in:
Authentic teachings rooted in lineage
Nature and tranquility, ideal for breath and meditation practices
A supportive yoga community from around the world
Sacred energy that supports transformation
This training isn’t just a course—it’s a journey of inner awakening.
What You Can Do After Completing This Course
Graduating from a 50-hour YTTC in Breathwork and Pranayama opens several doors:
1. Teach Breathwork Classes and Workshops
You'll gain the tools and confidence to design and lead themed breathwork sessions for individuals or groups, either in studios, retreats, or online.
2. Add Breathwork to Your Existing Yoga Classes
Integrate structured pranayama sequences and breath-led movement into your regular yoga offerings, elevating the experience for your students.
3. Offer 1:1 Breathwork Coaching
Support private clients dealing with stress, emotional blocks, or energy imbalances with customized breath practices.
4. Deepen Your Personal Practice
Many graduates say this training changes the way they relate to their own breath, emotions, and meditation practice. You’ll leave with lifelong tools for self-regulation, healing, and spiritual growth.
Ready to Deepen Your Path?
If you're ready to move beyond physical postures and truly embody the heart of yoga, this 50-hour Breathwork and Pranayama training is your next step.
Come study with us in Rishikesh—where the breath of yoga still flows freely.
