What you'll learn

Learn all the fundamentals, from basic to advanced breathwork & Pranayama practices. This course has become "the gold standard" for modern day teachers.
15 Types of Pranayama (breathwork) techniques and their variations
Learn to use the breath as a tool to become a master of mind and body
Practical Breathwork & Pranayama lectures combined with Yoga & Meditation
Advanced Pranayama techniques (Breath retentions and energy breathing)
Practical lectures about the workings of the nervous system, mind and emotions
Guided by one of the world's leading breathwork & Pranayama teacher Michaēl Bijker
Learn to breathe Life Energy (Prana) and learn about yogic knowledge about the 5 different layers of being (Koshas)
Learn to sit properly for meditation and breathwork/ Pranayama sessions
Learn to use the breath to relax, focus and bring health and vitality in your life. Use the breath as a tool to become a master of mind and body
Learn basic and advanced pranayama breathwork and meditation techniques. Tap into the power of your breath!
Extra: Downloadable "Brain Enhancing Audio" files to support your self-practice
Extra: 5 Tibetan Rites session
Extra: Yoga Asana sessions
Extra: 5 Tibetan Rites session
Learn about precautions and benifits to deepen your practice safely

Course content

10 sections • 81 lectures • 18h 55m total length

READ THIS FIRST!1:29
Introduction: Connecting with the breath2:11
In this module you will learn:
proper, deep breathing and how to start using and connecting with different muscles of the breathing system. This is the foundation for further Pranayama, breathing practice.
to open up the whole body and all systems (nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, muscular - system etc. ) This opens up the energy systems in the body as well.
Only proceed to the next Pranayama technique when you have mastered the previous Pranayama technique.
Theory: How to do the breathing sessions7:24
A short explanation how to get most out of the Pranayama session videos.
Connecting with the breath session 111:28
Summary
Starting off with the very basics of breathing, learn to connect with the different breathing muscles to make your breathing deep.
Even if you have practiced a long time yoga before or stronger breathing practices, it is still a great session to relax and connect.
Benefits
Open up the breathing system
Gain control over breathing muscles
Calm down and relax mind & body
Trains the mind to become focused
Theory: The importance of nasal breathing4:44
Connecting with the breath session 214:41
Summary
Do this video for instance in bed or on the floor. It is a deeply relaxing exercise. Really take your time when the session is finished to keep the relaxed and aware state of mind for some more time.
Benefits
Open up the breathing system
Gain control over breathing muscles
Calm down and relax mind & body
Trains the mind to become focused
Theory: Tips for sitting in the breathing and meditation sessions4:46
How to sit comfortably
A short video explaining about the different ways of sitting for meditation and pranayama and how to do them.
Full body breathing session 1 - "Deepening the breath"9:55
Summary
Going further into deepening the breath and connecting with the breathing system. This is the foundation of the rest of the course. Learning to control the breath = learning to control the mind.
Benefits
Gain control over breathing system
Oxygenating the body
Great preparation for meditation
Training the mind to become focused
Theory: Meditation explained part 1 - "Calming the mind"5:38
A short video with some theory to help improve your meditation practice.
Full body breathing session 2 - "Creating space"11:12
Summary
Going further into deepening the breath and connecting with the breathing system. This is the foundation of the rest of the course. Learning to control the breath = learning to control the mind.
Benefits
Gain control over breathing system
Oxygenating the body
Great preparation for meditation
Training the mind to become focused

Theory: Yoga Pranayama explained8:49
In this video Michaël explains about the meaning of Pranayama, the benefits on mind & body and also the deeper aspects of getting in contact with your higher self and realizing your true nature.
Ujjayi Pranayama session 1 - "Victorious breath"9:33
Summary
Learning to breath like the ocean; the tide flowing in and out. Learn to breath with your whole being; receiving and letting go. Through controlling the breath we can also start to control the mind.
Benefits
Breathing with mind and body
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Preparing the mind for meditation
Learning to deepen and slow down the breath
Ujjayi Pranayama session 2 - "Ocean breathing"12:28
Theory: Holding of the breath - Kumbhakas2:26
Summary
Kumbhaka is the pause between an inhale and exhale. To further clarify the teachings of pranayama the khumbhaka which follows the exhale is called the bahya kumbhaka and that which follows the inhale is called the antara kumbhaka.
Benefits
Gain control over breathing system
Gain control over the subtler energies
Gain control over mind and emotions
Open up and strengthen lungs
Ujjayi Pranayama session 3 - "The space in between"14:12
Ujjayi Pranayama session 4 - "Breathing meditation"14:57
Theory: Meditation explained 2 - "Layers of the self"3:50
Tap into the power of the heart and mind1:18:29

Energy & Consciousness Awakening Breath 1 - "Initation session"20:00
Summary
This breathing technique is called Chit Shakti Prakriya Pranayama (Energy & consciousness Awakening breath) as thought by Dr. Omanand Guruji.
In this session you will do this powerful breathing practice followed by a meditation to set your intention for this course and to make this a reality. This session will form the foundation for your commitment, energy and awareness for this course.
Benefits
Open up the energy system and consciousness
increase blood flow
stimulates all systems in the body (metabolism, cardio vesicular system, nervous system etc)
Set your intention and realize it in the coming weeks
Develop commitment and will power
Trains the mind to become focused
Strong VS gentle breathing techniques7:12
A very important thing to understand is the importance of subtle and gentle breathing techniques in combination with strong breathing techniques.
Energy breathing session 2 - "Life Awareness & Consciousness"15:03
Another profound breathing session to open up mind and energy system. Learn more to tap into the power of the mind and become aware of higher self.
Energy + Ocean breathing sessions - "Deepening the awareness"18:34
Summary
A breathing session in which we combine Energy & Consciousness Awakening breath with Ocean Breathing to center more the awareness. Keep training your mind to become able to focus on one point and center your awareness. This brings great clarity and inner peace.
3 rounds of ECAB, each round followed with some very gentle Ocean Breaths.
Benefits
Create pace within, clarity of mind and expand consciousness
Become more able to design your own future
Learn to use the power of the mind
Trains the mind to become focused
Energy breathing session 3 - "Opening mind and heart"18:24
Another profound breathing session to open up mind and energy system. Learn more to tap into the power of the mind and become aware of higher self.
Energy breathing session 4 - "Creating inner Space"18:02
Summary
Creating more space within. Again a powerful session with guided breathing and meditation. Generate inner space and open mind and consciousness.
Benefits
Create pace within, clarity of mind and expand consciousness
Become more able to design your own future
Learn to use the power of the mind
Trains the mind to become focused
Energy breathing session 5 - "Centring the Awareness"19:38
Summary
Creating more space within. Again a powerful session with guided breathing and meditation. Generate inner space and open mind and consciousness.
Benefits
Create pace within, clarity of mind and expand consciousness
Become more able to design your own future
Learn to use the power of the mind
Trains the mind to become focused
8 Limbs of Yoga explained (Short)16:38
In the Raja yoga system there is a systematic process towards a state of Self realisation. The 8 limbs of Yoga.

Theory: Tapping into the power of the breath2:14
In this module we will learn the techniques to cleanse, strengthen and open up mind, body and the energy systems.
Strong Yogic Breathing Session 2 - "A body of energy"18:41
Summary
Another very powerful breathing session that will open up and strengthen the mind, the breathing, nervous and energy system. After the session really take time to let the effects work on you.
!READ PRECAUTIONS IN THE VIDEO VERY WELL!
Benefits
Opens up all systems in the body
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Opens up energy channels
Resets emotional system
Theory: Meditation explained 3 - "Your true nature"1:49
Strong Yogic Breathing Session 1 - "Opening all the energy systems"18:59
Summary
A very powerful breathing session that will open up and strengthen the mind, the breathing, nervous and energy system. After the session really take time to let the effects work on you.
!READ PRECAUTIONS IN THE VIDEO VERY WELL!
Benefits
Opens up all systems in the body
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Opens up energy channels
Resets emotional system
Strong Yogic Breathing Session 3 - "Feeling your energy body"19:30
Summary
Another very powerful breathing session that will open up and strengthen the mind, the breathing, nervous and energy system. After the session really take time to let the effects work on you.
Benefits
Opens up all systems in the body
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Opens up energy channels
Resets emotional system
Strong Yogic Breathing Session 4 - "The infinite space within"19:54
Summary
Another very powerful breathing session that will open up and strengthen the mind, the breathing, nervous and energy system. After the session really take time to let the effects work on you.
Benefits
Opens up all systems in the body
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Opens up energy channels
Resets emotional system
Theory: How to end the breathing sessions3:29
A short explanation how to finish the Pranyama sessions.

Bandhas (Body locks) explained: Moola Bandha8:19
The Sanskrit word mula refers to the root of a plant or tree. The word bandha means to check, obstruct, restrain, lock. Bandha is described as the damming up of a river, by doing this we can expand, open and strengthen the flow of energies through the body.
Bandhas explained: Jalandhara Bandha3:42
Jalandhara is a Sanskrit word derived from the roots jal, meaning "throat," and dhara, meaning "flow." It is performed by bringing the chin down towards the chest; therefore, it is also called the "chin lock." Practicing this bandha improves the function of the thyroid and parathyroid glands, as well as supports the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
Bandhas explained: Uddiyana Bandha6:43
Uddiyana is a Sanskrit word meaning "to rise up." In this second bandha, energy moves upward more forcefully than it does in mula bandha.
Bandhas explained: Maha Bandha4:28
Bahya Pranayama11:06
A very powerful practice. Bahya Pranayama is one of the vital respiration exercises in which you have to forcibly breathe in (inhale), breath out and then hold the breath (retention). In this, the breathing is kept outside during the process so that’s why this Pranayama is named as Baahya Pranayama.

Benefits of Bahya Pranayama
Helpful in all abdominal complaints (like Constipation, Acidity, Gastric problem, Hernia) and cure it completely.
It cures the reproductive organs related complaints.
Improves the concentration of the mind.
Improves the digestion.
Beneficial for diabetes patients.
Cures the urinary and sperm-related problems.
Very helpful to achieve the tranquility and self-enlightenment.
Precaution
People who have heart or BP (blood pressure) problems should not attempt this.
Women in their period and pregnant or planning to become pregnant women should not try this.
All Pranayama should be done on empty stomach.
At first start, the Pranayama process with Bhastrika Pranayama after that go for other Pranayama.

Shining Skull Breath - Kapalbhati Pranayama17:30
Summary
Kapal = skull, Bhati = shining/cleansing. Now that we have made the breath strong and have opened up all the systems in the body, we are going to cleanse on a finer level. With this breathing technique you will learn to cleanse and stimulate the nervous and energy system. In this video you will learn this technique step by step, you can do/ watch the video several times before proceeding to the next Day/ video. It is very important to take your time and not hurry.
Benefits
Stimulate blood flow through internal organs
Burns excess fat and toxins from the body
Release energy
Brings clarity in the mind
Kapalbhati Pranayama step by step session15:40
Summary
A step by step explanation of Kapalbhati Pranayama. Kapal = skull, Bhati = shining/cleansing. Now that we have made the breath strong and have opened up all the systems in the body, we are going to cleanse on a finer level. With this breathing technique you will learn to cleanse and stimulate the nervous and energy system. In this video you will learn this technique step by step, you can do/ watch the video several times before proceeding to the next Day/ video. It is very important to take your time and not hurry.
Benefits
Stimulate blood flow through internal organs
Burns excess fat and toxins from the body
Release energy
Brings clarity in the mind
Kapalbhati Pranayama session16:34
Breath of Fire - Bhastrika Pranayama explained8:42
Summary
Bhastrika pranayama is quite similar to Kapalbhati only you also inhale with force. It is a very powerful breathing technique with which you can clean out and open up all layers of your mind and body. Only proceed doing this technique if you have mastered kapalbhati pranayama and only do this on an empty stomach. Don´t do this if you suffer from epileptic attacks or serious heart problems. Don´t do this before sleep.
Benefits
Deep cleansing and energizing of mind and body
Resets the emotional system
Becoming aware of a calm center within
Strengthens digestive and reproductive system
Bhastrika Pranayama session 117:01
Summary
A practical explanation of Bhastrika Pranayama where you will follow Michaëls´instructions to generate strength, health and meditation.
Benefits
Deep cleansing and energizing of mind and body
Resets the emotional system
Becoming aware of a calm center within
Strengthens digestive and reproductive system
Bhastrika Pranayama session 221:58
Summary
Another wonderful session to deepen you practice of Bhastrika Pranayama
Benefits
Deep cleansing and energizing of mind and body
Resets the emotional system
Becoming aware of a calm center within
Strengthens digestive and reproductive system
Kaki mudra Pranayama explained & session 114:26
Summary
Breathe to bring awareness and energy into the body. In this breathing session we will use the breath as a tool to bring health and vitality into all levels of our being.
Benefits
Breathing `cosmic energy`
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Learn to bring stillness in the breath
Learning to deepen and slow down the breath
Kaki Mudra Pranayama session 212:33
Summary
Another wonderful breathing session of kaki Mudra Pranayama to bring awareness and energy into the body. In this breathing session we will use the breath as a tool to bring health and vitality into all levels of our being.
Benefits
Breathing `cosmic energy`
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Learn to bring stillness in the breath
Learning to deepen and slow down the breath
Kaki Mudra Pranayama session 317:48
Summary
Another wonderful breathing session of kaki Mudra Pranayama to bring awareness and energy into the body. In this breathing session we will use the breath as a tool to bring health and vitality into all levels of our being.
Benefits
Breathing `cosmic energy`
Cleanses mind, body and energy system
Learn to bring stillness in the breath
Learning to deepen and slow down the breath
Extra: Cooling breath (Sitali & Sitkari Pranayama)5:37
A wonderful way to cool down the system and balance the doshas (it balances the Pitta/ fire dosha) . Sitali means cooling, Sitkari means hissing. These are 2 Pranayama practices with the same benefits and precautions.
Benefits:
Cools the body and it's systems
Reduces anxiety and stress
Increases concentration
Controls hunger and quenches the thirst
Reduces high blood pressure
Helps bad breath
Precautions:
Don´t do it when having LBP
When suffering from asthma or a cold don't do it
Don't do it when you are already cold or are in a very cold environment

Theory: Tuning of the breath3:38
Nadi Shodhana/Energy channel cleansing breath - Theoretical explanation5:33
Benefits of Anulom Vilom Pranayama
Helps to cure mental problems like Depression, Anxiety, stress, Tension etc.
Most beneficial for breathing related problems like (Bronchitis, Asthma) etc.
Improve the working of lungs.
Best breathing technique for boosting your memory (Makes your brain sharper).
Improves your immune system, so it cures general issues like a cough & cold.
Without any doubt, Anulom Vilom is the most suitable Pranayama for all.
Alternate nostril breathing is an ideal breathing technique for maintaining your heart healthy.
Anulom Vilom/Nadi Shodhana Pranayam session 114:21
Anulom Vilom/Nadi Shodhana Pranayama session 212:11
Refining the breath - A talk about sharpening the mind through breathing4:17
Bhastrika & Nadi Shodhana session15:21
Kapalbhati & Nadi Shodhana session11:12
Full Pranayama Session - Advanced!37:55
This is a longer Pranayama session. Follow the precautions at the beginning of the video!
In this session we will do:
Alternative version of Bhastrika (full yogic breathing)
Kapalbhati Pranayama
Bahya Pranayama
Nadi Shodhana
Pranava Pranayama
Meditation

Theory: Taking the awareness deeper2:44
Cosmic Breathing - Pranava Pranayama3:25
Cosmic Breathing Session17:35
Bhramari Pranayama explained7:49
Udgeeth Pranayama - AUM chanting11:51
Theory: A talk about the mind and how to train it3:47
Guided meditation16:33
Theory: Buddhist Meditation Practice - Vipassana3:25
Vipassana guided meditation session31:15
Theory: How to develop Self Practice1:12
Sharing the knowledge of breathwork to inspire, heal and manifest1:08

Read this before listening2:19
Pineal gland activation31:01
To support your breathwork and pranayama practice, it is good to have a relaxed mind and rest properly. It’s scientifically proven that listening to certain audio can cause changes in the brain. By listening to certain frequencies you can alter your brainwaves and state of being. Michaël Bijker composes audio tracks to easily and quickly improve your brain and reach a desired state of being. These tracks can help to boost focus and concentration, promote relaxation, or reduce stress and anxiety.
Healing - Brain Enhancing Audio25:24
To support your breathwork and pranayama practice, it is good to have a relaxed mind and rest properly. It’s scientifically proven that listening to certain audio can cause changes in the brain. By listening to certain frequencies you can alter your brainwaves and state of being. Michaël Bijker composes audio tracks to easily and quickly improve your brain and reach a desired state of being. These tracks can help to boost focus and concentration, promote relaxation, or reduce stress and anxiety.
Sleeping - Brain Enhancing Audio28:28
To support your breathwork and pranayama practice, it is good to have a relaxed mind and rest properly. It’s scientifically proven that listening to certain audio can cause changes in the brain. By listening to certain frequencies you can alter your brainwaves and state of being. Michaël Bijker composes audio tracks to easily and quickly improve your brain and reach a desired state of being. These tracks can help to boost focus and concentration, promote relaxation, or reduce stress and anxiety.
'Universal Being' - Guided meditation session30:59
A deep relaxation/ guided meditation session with Brain Enhancing Audio to harmonize the brain and create a meditative brainwave state. Use headphones to get the full experience. You can either sit or lay down.
Enjoy the mind-journey.
'Breathing consciousness' - Guided meditation session22:15
A deep relaxation/ guided breathing and meditation session with Brain Enhancing Audio to harmonize the brain and create a meditative brainwave state. Use headphones to get the full experience. You can either sit or lay down.
Enjoy the mind-journey.

5 minute warmup7:36
Summary
In just 5 minutes connect, strengthen and stretch body and mind and build up routine and discipline. A great way start your day and to open up before doing the breathing sessions.
Benefits
Increases blood flow
Opens up breathing system
Opens up the energy channels
Strengthens the core and spine
5 Tibetan rites12:43
Five Tibetan Rites
5 wonderful techniques to increase strength and vitality. Combining breathing and movement for a complete warmup to strengthen and open up all systems in the body with numerous benefits! This is my personal favorite.

Benefits
Opens up all energy systems in the body
Gives strength and vitality
Relieves stress
Strengthens the core and back
Strong 25 minute yoga Asana session24:18
A 25 minute powerful yoga asana (posture) session that will open up and strengthen the mind, the breathing, nervous and energy system.

Benefits
Opens up and strengthens mind & body
Improves flexibility
Develops will power
Enhances mind body connection
Complete Yoga Healing sessions (Manifesting Power of Mind & Heart)57:58
A complete 40 minute Yogic movement, breathwork an meditation session guided by Michaël Bijker
Complete Movement- Breathwork - Meditation session51:40
Surya Namaskar15:49
A series of 12 yoga asanas (poses) done in a flowing manner with the breath. A wonderful way of opening and strengthening the body and its systems.

Benefits
Opens up all energy systems in the body
Gives strength and vitality
Relieves stress
Strengthens the core and back
Bonus: Further learning - Teaching and guiding others0:17
Life Awareness Breathwork Retreats Portugal1:18

Requirements

From beginner to advanced yoga practitioner

Description

This most complete online Pranayama, Bhandas & Meditation course online!

This course has become the world's golden STANDARD for learning Pranayama & Breathwork and had a life-changing impact on over 120.000 people around the globe. More than just a breathwork & pranayama course, It has deepened people's understanding about the workings of the mind, emotional system, and how to awaken your full potential.

This breathing course is for both complete beginners, yoga teachers and advanced breathwork practitioners and is taught by one of the world's leading Pranayama and Breathwork teachers Michaël Bijker.

Get a profound understanding of breathwork and meditation and learn how to use your breath like a wonderful tool to start controlling all systems in your body. Take care of your mind and how to take the awareness to the Soul level and realize your true nature.

(Michaël believes these techniques should be available for everybody, money or no money. If you have no money to do the course you can PM us and we will find a solution)

" Proper breathing is the foundation of healthy living "

The course is guided by the founder of the Life Awareness Project and one of the worlds leading voices in the Pranayama & Breathwork community, Michaël Bijker.

An extensive Pranayama course to get a profound understanding of breathing and meditation. In this pranayama course you will learn how to use your breath like a wonderful tool to start controlling all systems in your body, take care of your mind and how to take the awareness to the Soul level and realize your true nature.

For Yoga Teachers: This course can be added to your YACEP - Yoga Alliance Continuing Educational Points. You can find this course on the Yoga Alliance website to add points there.

(I believe these techniques should be available for everybody, money or no money. If you have no money to do the course you can PM me and we will find a solution)

In this wonderful Pranayama, breathwork and meditation course you will learn how to use the power of the breath to:

Clear your mind and sharpen your awareness
Increase energy, health, and mental balance
Energize or calm your body and mind
Become aware of the deeper layers of the self

Techniques learned in this Pranayama course:

Bandhas
Meditation
Kumbhakas
Yogic Breathing
Ujjayi Pranayama
Bhastrika Pranayama
Kapalbhati Pranayama
Kaki mudra Pranayama
Nadi Shodhana/ Anulom Vilom Pranayama
Pranava Pranayama
Bhramari Pranayama
Udgeeth Pranayama
Guided meditations, breathing and Pranayama sessions
Advanced Techniques of Pranayama (Breath Retentions)
Bhandas/ Energy Locks

" Proper breathing is the foundation of healthy living "
The course is guided by the founder of the Life Awareness Project, Michaël Bijker

Benefits of this pranayama & meditation course
- Boost your immune system
- A boost in energy levels
- Deep & restorative sleep
- Brain empowerment & better focus
- Relieves stress, anxiety & depression
- Heal mind & body
Who is this course for?
- For complete beginners and advanced practitioners.
- A perfect course for Yoga practitioners & teachers, Meditation practitioners & teachers to deepen their practice.
- Essential for athletes, athletes, healers, life coaches.
- Treating insomnia, depression, overthinking, low energy, addiction restlessness and for those that want to train the mind and awareness.
- Everyone who wants to get stronger, healthier, and happier
What is included in this pranayama course?
- VIDEO TUTORIALS - Access to over 60 online guided breathwork and mind training sessions (over 15 hours of HD video material) accessible anywhere at any time.
- GUIDED MEDITATION & BREATHWORK SESSIONS
- WARMUP & EXERCISE VIDEOS - Choose from several physical exercise videos to open up, strengthen and prepare the body for the breathing practices.
- LIFETIME ACCESS - Learn these wonderful mind training and breathing techniques at your own pace, you will have a lifetime access to this course, so take your time.
- BRAIN ENHANCING AUDIO - 3 audio sessions for healing, sleeping and pineal gland activation
- CERTIFICATION UPON COMPLETION - When you complete this online Pranayama course, you will receive a certificate of completion.
  
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Everyone that wants to learn more about the power of breathing. People that want to deepen their yoga practice and yoga instructors. Basically everybody !

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Course content

Connecting with the breath10 lectures • 1hr 13min

Tuning of the breath = Tuning of the mind8 lectures • 2hr 25min

Opening the Energy System8 lectures • 2hr 14min

Tapping into the power of the breath7 lectures • 1hr 25min

Bandhas (Body Locks) & Bahya Pranayama5 lectures • 34min

Purifying mind and body with the breath10 lectures • 2hr 28min

Centring the awareness8 lectures • 1hr 44min

Going deeper within11 lectures • 1hr 41min

EXTRA: Guided meditation & audio files6 lectures • 2hr 20min

EXTRA: Physical stretches, warmups & complete sessions8 lectures • 2hr 52min

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