Pranayama Certification

Master the Science and Practice of Pranayama with Our Comprehensive Breathwork Certification Unlock the healing power of breath with our Pranayama & Regulatory Breathwork Certification. This self-paced, online certification integrates the biology, chemistry, and techniques of pranayama to help you deeply understand how breath influences physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
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Why Train with My Vinyasa Practice?

Led by Michelle Young, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, educator, and expert in anatomy, physiology, movement science, and yoga philosophy, MVP offers a trauma-informed, inclusive approach to teaching that honors both the physical and energetic body. Michelle’s unique background in biochemistry, education, functional movement, and therapeutic yoga ensures that students receive a comprehensive education that bridges modern science and the ancient yogic tradition.

✅ Yoga Alliance Approved
✅ Lifetime Access & Ongoing Support

Why Choose Our Pranayama Certification?

Unlike many programs that offer cookie-cutter certifications, MVP delivers a mentorship-driven, heart-led, and clinically informed curriculum that prepares students to work with diverse populations confidently and ethically. Our global community of students and instructors fosters a deeply supportive learning environment where you’re not just another number—you’re part of a lineage that honors accessibility, integrity, and true student-teacher connection.

Blake Laurence

This course blew my mind. I had no idea there would be so much content. The videos, ebooks, and practices take online learning to the next level.

Bhavna Acharya

This course took me back to my roots. Michelle's understanding of classical Indian philosophy along with her in depth knowledge of the body made this course authentic and informative. I even taught my dad a few things.

Bethany Houser

Easy to follow and well supported. I've taken multiple courses from MVP and I'm never disappointed. 

What Sets My Vinyasa Practice Apart?

With lifetime access, real-time feedback, affordable tuition, and Yoga Alliance-approved certifications, My Vinyasa Practice empowers you to grow your practice, serve your community, and evolve your career on your terms.

Pranayama Certification

Master the Science and Practice of Pranayama with Our Comprehensive Breathwork Certification Unlock the healing power of breath with our Pranayama & Regulatory Breathwork Certification. This self-paced, online certification integrates the biology, chemistry, and techniques of pranayama to help you deeply understand how breath influences physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
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Why Train with My Vinyasa Practice?

Led by Michelle Young, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, educator, and expert in anatomy, physiology, movement science, and yoga philosophy, MVP offers a trauma-informed, inclusive approach to teaching that honors both the physical and energetic body. Michelle’s unique background in biochemistry, education, functional movement, and therapeutic yoga ensures that students receive a comprehensive education that bridges modern science and the ancient yogic tradition.

✅ Yoga Alliance Approved
✅ Lifetime Access & Ongoing Support

What You'll Learn

My Vinyasa Practice teaches traditional yogic principles and history, and offers the most authentic yoga teacher training available.
Balancing the Mind and Body with Pranayama
  • Anatomy of the Breath
  • The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
  • The Nervous System
  • Ayurveda & Pranayama
  • Neurotransmitters
Awakening Spiritual Potential through Pranayama
  • Energetic Principles
  • Subtle Bodies
  • The Panchamaya Kosha System
  • Advanced Pranayama Practices
  • Pranayama & Self Regulation
Benefits of Pranayama for Students and Clients
  • Tools for emotional well-being
  • Enhances self-awareness and self-regulation
  • Assessing Clients
  • Posture & Asana
  • Preparatory Practices
  • Teaching Ratios

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Transform Lives with Our Yoga Alliance Accredited Pranayama Certification — Master the Art of Breath work

Unlock the transformative power of pranayama, the ancient yogic practice of conscious breath control, and experience profound benefits for your body, mind, and spirit. Our Pranayama & Breath Work Certification offers comprehensive training that blends modern science with ancient yogic wisdom, making it ideal for yoga teachers, wellness practitioners, and health professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and skills.

In this self-paced, online pranayama certification, you’ll explore a complete spectrum of pranayama techniques — from foundational breath awareness to advanced regulatory breath work. Learn how to optimize lung capacity, oxygen intake, and respiratory function while understanding the physiological, biochemical, and emotional effects of controlled breathing. This training empowers you to promote stress reduction, nervous system regulation, emotional balance, and improved mental clarity — both for yourself and for your clients. Beyond the physical benefits, this pranayama course dives into the energetic and spiritual dimensions of breath work.

Discover the role of prana (life force energy) and learn how to balance, channel, and expand it through advanced breath work and mindfulness practices. By cultivating awareness of the subtle body and energy channels (nadis), you’ll strengthen your spiritual practice while helping others achieve deeper self-awareness and inner peace. Accessible worldwide, our fully online pranayama training allows you to study at your own pace from anywhere. This course is approved for 20 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and is designed to enhance your teaching credentials and professional toolkit. Join My Vinyasa Practice and elevate your yoga education with this Yoga Alliance Accredited Pranayama Certification that combines science, spirituality, and clinical application.
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Pranayama Certification

Accredited with Yoga Alliance

This training accounts for 20 CEUs.

Course Type

Continuing Education Course

Course Style

Self-paced & remote

Learners

Join a community of 60.000+ international students

Support

Live Support during business hours with various weekly live calls

Course Details

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Prerecorded Lectures
  • Ebooks
  • 1:1 Support
  • Mentorship

Materials Needed

Manual and all digital course material included. 

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WHY PRANAYAMA

Unlock the healing power of pranayama and become a certified leader in the ancient science of breath control. Our comprehensive Pranayama Certification Course offers in-depth training designed to help you master both the science and spirituality of breath work while empowering others on their path to health and well-being. Through this fully online, self-paced program, you'll deepen your understanding of a wide range of pranayama techniques, including breath awareness, regulatory breath work, and advanced yogic breathing practices. Learn how pranayama supports nervous system regulation, improves respiratory health, enhances mental clarity, reduces anxiety, and increases energy levels—promoting holistic wellness for both yourself and your students.

As a certified pranayama instructor, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to create personalized breath work programs that address the unique needs of your clients. Whether you are guiding yoga classes, private clients, or therapeutic sessions, pranayama offers powerful tools for supporting stress management, emotional balance, and mind-body integration. By adding pranayama certification to your professional credentials, you expand your ability to serve others, elevate your teaching practice, and contribute to long-term client success. Graduates of this program receive 20 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Units (CEUs), recognized worldwide. Enroll today in our online pranayama teacher training and discover how to harness the breath as a tool for transformation, healing, and vitality.
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Continuing Education Certification

Pranayama Certification

Master the Art of Breath Work

Join today

Pranayama Certification

Accredited with Yoga Alliance

This training accounts for 20 CEUs.

Course Type

Continuing Education
Certification

Course Style

Self-paced & remote

Learners

Join a community of 60.000+ international students

Support

Live Support during business hours with various weekly live calls

Course Details

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Prerecorded Lectures
  • Ebooks
  • 1:1 Support
  • Mentorship

Materials Needed

All manuals and digital course materials
are included

What You'll Learn

My Vinyasa Practice teaches traditional yogic principles and history, and offers the most authentic yoga teacher training available.
  • Anatomy of the Breath
  • The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
  • The Nervous System
  • Ayurveda & Pranayama
  • Neurotransmitters
  • Energetic Principles
  • Subtle Bodies
  • The Panchamaya Kosha System
  • Advanced Pranayama Practices
  • Pranayama & Self Regulation
  • Tools for emotional well-being
  • Enhances self-awareness and self-regulation
  • Assessing Clients
  • Posture & Asana
  • Preparatory Practices
  • Teaching Ratios
  • BECOME CERTIFIED IN PRANAYAMA

    Seeking to expand your knowledge of breath work? Our Pranayama certification offers an in-depth understanding of breathwork as a powerful tool for physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This training explores ancient and modern breathing techniques, their physiological and energetic effects, and how to integrate them into personal practice or teaching. You’ll gain practical skills to guide breathwork sessions, support stress management, and enhance meditation and yoga practices. This online training is approved for 20 CEUs through Yoga Alliance, allowing you to deepen your practice and expand your teaching toolkit.
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    WHY PRANAYAMA?

    Becoming certified in Pranayama with My Vinyasa Practice allows you to unlock the profound benefits of breathwork for yourself and others. This training dives deep into ancient breathing techniques that enhance physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. You’ll learn how to harness the breath to reduce stress, increase energy, and cultivate mindfulness—all while gaining the skills to guide others in their own breathwork practice. With the flexibility of online learning and expert guidance, this certification is perfect for yoga teachers, wellness professionals, or anyone looking to deepen their connection to breath and life force energy.

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    Our students love MVP's approach to learning

    "The Pranayama certification with MVP opened my eyes to the incredible power of breath. I now feel more grounded, energized, and equipped to share these techniques with my students."
    Rosa P.
    "Learning the science and practice of Pranayama through this training gave me the tools to enhance my own well-being and confidently guide others on their breathwork journey."
    Julia V.
    "The Pranayama certification with My Vinyasa Practice deepened my understanding of breathwork and its power to transform both mind and body. Truly a life-changing experience!"
    Christina K.
    "My Vinyasa Practice’s Pranayama training was the perfect balance of science, tradition, and practical application. I left feeling empowered and inspired to integrate breathwork into my teaching and daily life."
    Kylie D. 

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    What's included

    Access to all materials for self-paced learning

    All manuals and digital course materials

    On-on-one support, coaching, and mentoring with teachers and lead trainers

    24/7 live support via chat, email, and phone

    30-day money back guarantee 

    Lifetime access to course materials

    Course contents

    Our Teachers

    The entire program is guided by Michelle Young, a certified Yoga Therapist specializing in Cardiac, Cancer, Eating Recovery, & Behavioral Health. Michelle is supported by Tara Cleven E-RYT 500/C-IAYT.

    Flexible Training

    Register anytime and work at your own pace. All required texts are included in electronic format. Students will receive access to pre-recorded video lectures, asana practices with Michelle, written content, as well as PDF downloads to support your learning experience. 

    Personalized Coaching

    Unlock your potential with MVP's personalized online courses and trainings. Our expert instructors provide one-on-one guidance, tailored to your unique learning style and goals. Experience a transformative journey with customized content and exceptional results.
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