15-Day Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator Training in Rishikesh, India

This is not a passive retreat but an intensive training that runs from morning to evening, six days a week. The day starts at 8 AM with a holistic yoga and pranayama class to build presence, followed by a two-hour break for breakfast and rest. The core of the program is the afternoon breathwork practical session from noon to 3 PM, where you'll experience the healing power of conscious connected breathing yourself. After a long lunch and integration break, the evening session from 5:30 to 8 PM focuses on the science of breathwork, backend theory, and the facilitation skills you'll need. There's a break in the middle of the evening class, and some days include meditation, but the priority is on covering the nine modules in 15 days. Midway through, there's one full day off for self-time and integration, and on Thursdays and Sundays, you'll assist Shiva in holding space for real group breathwork sessions—a chance to practice your facilitation in a live setting.

What sets this training apart is its trauma-informed approach. Rather than just teaching techniques, it emphasizes understanding the nervous system and how to create a safe, supportive container for emotional release. You'll spend significant time on your own healing journey, because the philosophy is that effective facilitators must first be self-aware. You'll also get practical guidance on launching a breathwork business—covering marketing, ethics, client management, and building a client base. The Himalayan setting in Tapovan, Rishikesh, steps from the Ganges and local cafes, adds a powerful backdrop, and the venue is accessible and supportive, with step-free access and a lift.

The training covers nine modules, including conscious connected healing breathwork, trauma-informed facilitation, group dynamics, and integration practices. You'll leave with a certification, a course manual, and practical experience, ready to lead workshops, group sessions, ecstatic dance events, and one-on-one coaching. The small group size ensures individual attention, and Shiva, the founder of Divine Circle, has trained hundreds of students from over 50 countries. This is a demanding but rewarding course for anyone serious about becoming a breathwork professional.

What's included

- 14 nights accommodation in a private room with A/C, ensuite bathroom, wifi, and terrace - 3 daily nutritious vegetarian and vegan meals - Welcome drink - Teacher training course and certification - Specialized workshops - Course manual and school bag - WiFi connection - Sound healing session - Tote bag, notebook, and pen - Concierge flights & travel assistance - Curated podcast list - Post-retreat integration support (online retreat, $200 value)

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Visa fee - Travel insurance