Foundations Training

Starts September 2026
4 Online Calls (Dates: TBC) + In-Person Weekend | Investment: R5,500pp (Payment Plans Available)

Includes 4 live online calls, one written assignment, a dedicated video library of all the breathwork practices for ongoing support during and after the training, and a comprehensive in-person immersion.

Limited to 8 participants.

Your Gateway to

the Power of the Breath

Ready to move beyond theory and truly embody the wisdom of the breath? This 35-hour training is a potent, accessible, and deeply practical immersion into the fundamentals of yogic pranayama and modern breathwork.

In one powerful weekend, you will gain the confidence, understanding, and hands-on experience to integrate these life-changing techniques into your personal practice or professional offerings. This is the perfect first step for healers, coaches, and curious souls ready to harness one of the most potent tools for wellbeing we have access to.

Walk Away With Confidence & Practical Skills

This training is designed to be immediately applicable. You will learn to:

  • Guide 18+ Foundational Techniques with clarity, from calming Nadi Shodhana to energising Bhastrika and modern functional methods.

  • Understand the Science: Grasp the anatomy & physiology of breath and how it directly influences the nervous system for regulation and resilience.

  • Analyse the Breath: Use our step-by-step Breath Analysis Protocol to identify dysfunctional breathing patterns and apply corrective practices.

  • Hold Safe Space: Learn the fundamentals of trauma-informed awareness and how to confidently guide sessions for individuals or groups.

  • Embody Your Presence: Cultivate your unique voice and grounded energy as a facilitator.

When the breath wanders the mind is unsteady.
But when the breath is calmed, the mind too will be still.”

– Hatha Yoga Pradipika

A Weekend Immersion with Ongoing Support

2-Day In-Person Immersion
(12 & 13 September 2026)

  • Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Daily

  • Venue: Akasha, Hout Bay, Cape Town

  • Includes: All training materials, teas, and refreshments. (BYO Lunch) 

+ Post-Immersion Self-Study & Integration

To ensure this knowledge becomes embodied and practical, your training includes:

  • 21-Day Breath Challenge: Deepen your personal practice.

  • Written Assignment: Solidify your theoretical understanding.

  • 3 Case Studies: Gain experience guiding others.

  • 1 Recorded Session: Refine your teaching skills.

+ Online Support & Mentorship

  • 4 Online Calls to cover theory content, as well as for accountability

  • On-demand Video Library covering the techniques in the training  

  • Dedicated WhatsApp Support Group for connection and Q&A.

Receive a Yoga Alliance Accredited Certificate

Upon completion of the in-person training and all post-training assignments, you’ll receive the Lumina Breathwork Foundations Certificate of Completion

This training is Yoga Alliance YACEP-accredited and qualifies for 35 Continuing Education (CE) hours, making it a valuable investment for yoga teachers and wellness professionals.

Who is the For?

Coach, Therapist, Yoga Teacher, or Wellness Practitioner

Wanting to confidently integrate breathwork into your work with clients.

Curious Soul

With a personal practice, ready to understand the "why" and "how" behind the techniques.

Future Guide

Feeling the call to step into the world of breathwork, looking for a powerful and accessible place to begin.

Anyone Seeking Healing

Drawn to foundational, trauma-informed tools that are powerful yet accessible for personal transformation.

An Accessible Investment in Your Growth

Your investment includes:

2 Full Days of In-Person, Expert-Guided Training

Comprehensive Training Manual & Resources

Teas & Refreshments during the immersion

Post-Training Support & Mentorship

Lumina Breathwork Foundations Certificate of Competency (upon completion)

35 YACEP Continuing Education Hours

Limited to 10 participants for an intimate and personalised experience. Payment plans are available.

Take the First Step.

Your Journey Awaits.

There has never been a more important time to learn the language of your own nervous system and to help others do the same.

Join us this August and unlock the power of the breath.