The Mechanics of Breath – The Scientific Approach of Therapeutic Breathwork

BREATHWORK TRAINING TOWARDS CERTIFICATION WITH THE GPBA TRAINING STANDARDS OF 450+hrs

Breathwork is

a powerful tool rooted in scientific principles that can positively impact both physical and mental well-being. The mechanics of breathwork explore the scientific foundation behind its transformative effects.

Why do the Mechanics of Breathwork?

You get to delve into the scientific principles behind breathwork. In combination with experiential Breathwork sessions, you gain insight into the profound impact on your physical and mental health. Incorporating this knowledge into your breathwork practice allows for a more intentional and informed approach, maximizing the benefits for overall well-being, either keeping it for your own personal benefit or also offering it with the completion of all legs of training to the world.

Why this program, now?

This leg of training can be your starting point for a journey of profound self-exploration and life transformation and or professional accredited practice with the GPBA of 450+ hrs towards certification.

Areas of your studies:

1. Physiology of Breathing:

Respiratory System Overview.

2. The Role of Breathing:

Function: Learn how the primary muscle for breathing, contracts and relaxes during inhalation and exhalation.

Benefits of Breathing: Discover how conscious connected breathing enhances oxygen intake, reduces stress, and promotes relaxation.

3. Breath Rate and Rhythm:

Respiratory Rate: Examine the impact of breath rate on the autonomic nervous system and overall physiological state.

Coherence Breathing: Explore the concept of rhythmic, coherent breathing and its positive effects on heart rate variability.

4. Oxygenation and Stress Response:

Oxygen and Brain Function: Understand how proper oxygenation influences cognitive function, concentration, and mental clarity.

Breathwork for Stress Reduction: Delve into the connection between breathwork, the parasympathetic nervous system, and stress reduction.

5. Breathwork and Emotional Regulation:

Brain-Body Connection: Explore the link between the breath and the limbic system, which plays a crucial role in emotional responses.

Mindful Breathing: Discuss how breathwork can be used as a mindfulness tool to regulate emotions and foster emotional well-being.

6. Scientific Studies and Research:

Review of Breathwork Studies: Explore scientific studies that support the effectiveness of breathwork in various health and wellness domains.

Evidence-Based Practices: Discuss breathwork techniques that have demonstrated positive outcomes in clinical and scientific research.

Event Overview:

• personal in-depth processes
• group in-depth processes
• experiential interaction
• 3 breathwork experiences in a group – one per day
• anatomy & physiology of the mechanism of the Breath
• the mind-body code
• emotional healing
• Certification of attendance

Dates & times

• July 2025

Venue

Flat, Brixton, London, UK

You will need:

• notebook
• pen
• comfortable clothes
• yoga mat
• a light blanket
• warm socks

The program covers:

• Program fees
• program material
• snacks
• tea
• all Breathwork sessions