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Study Pranayama Anytime, Anywhere
Join this Yoga Alliance Continuing Education–approved breathwork course and study from anywhere in the world. Designed for both practitioners and yoga teachers, this course combines guided breathwork practices with ancient yogic wisdom and modern science to deepen your understanding of the breath and its powerful impact on the body, mind, and spirit.
Whether you're a busy professional, a parent seeking balance, or a yogi looking to enhance your practice, you'll gain practical tools to reduce stress, boost energy, and improve mental clarity.
You’re fully supported throughout your journey. You're welcome to ask questions or submit videos for feedback at any time throughout your learning journey. Whether you're seeking clarification, looking for guidance on your teaching technique, or wanting personalized support, I’m here to help and encourage your growth every step of the way.
Who is This Course For?
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Yoga/Meditation teachers and sports coaches looking to enhance their teaching with effective breathwork techniques.
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Yoga Practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of pranayama and bring breath awareness into their practice.
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Busy Professionals, Parents or anyone juggling demanding schedules and looking for practical tools to manage stress, improve focus, and foster emotional balance.
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Athletes and Performers looking to enhance physical performance, improve mental focus, and promote quicker recovery through the power of breath.
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Wellness Seekers who want to improve their physical and mental well-being by integrating pranayama into their daily routine.
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Video Tutorials Engage with step-by-step video demonstrations of key pranayama techniques.
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Incorporating Pranayama into Yoga Classes and Daily Life Learn how to seamlessly integrate pranayama into your yoga classes or personal routine. Whether you're teaching others or practicing at home, this course offers the flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
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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.
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The Science of Breath Discover how breath directly impacts your nervous system, supports mental clarity, and improves overall health. Learn specific pranayama techniques that activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and enhancing relaxation—ideal for busy professionals or parents seeking balance amid hectic schedules.
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The Energetic Body Understand the subtler aspects of yogic philosophy by exploring 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.
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Uncover the Ancient Roots of Pranayama in traditional yogic practices. Explore its journey from the Vedas and the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali to modern Hatha Yoga, and understand how pranayama has been utilized for centuries to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
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Yoga Alliance Accredited This course is accredited by Yoga Alliance and offers 50 Continuing Education (CE) points. It's perfect for yoga and meditation teachers looking to expand their expertise, as well as practitioners seeking to deepen their personal practice.
Course Features
Downloadable Pranayama Manuals Included
Gain access to downloadable pranayama manuals that clearly outline key breathing techniques, their benefits, and contraindications.
These valuable resources are designed to support your ongoing learning and serve as easy quick-reference guides for both personal practice and breathwork instruction.
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Ongoing enrolments
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Start and finish anytime
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Completely online
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Upon completing the course, you’ll receive a certificate from Inspire Movement Coaching, officially recognizing your training in breathwork and pranayama.
This certificate features the Yoga Alliance logo and outlines the key topics covered, perfect for adding to your teaching credentials, professional profile, or studio display.
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Stress Relief
Pranayama helps activate the body’s relaxation response, reducing stress and promoting mental calm.
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Improved Focus and Clarity
Controlled 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.
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Emotional Balance
Pranayama balances the nervous system, helping regulate emotions and reducing anxiety, creating more ease and emotional resilience.
Benefits of This Course
Testimonials
Candice Rizk
Thank you for this breathwork training course! The instructor always provides us high quality materials, relevant teaching, and she is very responsive to student questions. Well done!
Anna Makarevich
This is an excellent course!
Tina Beittel
An excellent course. Amanda covered a lot of information and material, with instruction that was direct and succinct. The provided resources were wonderful to study - and a much appreciated reference for the future. Entirely well-structured. Highly recommend!
Lauri Blyth-Carter
Thank you for such a wonderful course! Namaste
Sarina Lusso
Very well paced, calming and informative. Thank you
Ramashna Naidoo
Informative and well Presented
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Meet Your Instructor
Hi, I'm Amanda Lawford MA, ERYT-500,
CMT, CCYT, CYYT, CRYT
I'm a Yoga Teacher and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP), and I've had the privilege of sharing yoga, meditation, and breathwork with students around the world for over 20 years.
I've completed over 2,000 hours of advanced yoga teacher training and continue to deepen my learning so I can better support others on their journey, whether you're a new student or an experienced teacher.
My background includes:
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Chair Yoga
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Yin Yoga
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Restorative Yoga
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Children’s Yoga
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Pilates
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Meditation & Mindfulness
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Breathwork & Pranayama
Through my continuing education courses, I aim to provide down-to-earth, practical tools that help you grow your confidence, your teaching skills, and your personal practice.