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9 Day Online Advanced Pranayama Training

Broadcast live from Rishikesh, India - an immersive spiritual breathwork journey centered on traditional, advanced breath retention.

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9 Day Advanced Pranayama Training Online Live from Rishikesh India
Live from Rishikesh
Deep Retention & Bandhas
60 Min Cohort Sessions
Subtle Breath Mastery

Command Your Energy: Enter the Advanced Science of Prana

A rigorous online pranayama masterclass for trained practitioners and yoga professionals.

Please note: this curriculum is strictly tailored for seasoned practitioners, breathwork facilitators, and yoga instructors.

Forcing advanced lifeforce manipulation without the proper physical and neurological conditioning is a critical mistake in yoga. Think of it like trying to run an elite sprint without ever conditioning your cardiovascular system—your body simply cannot sustain the pressure. Your internal energetic channels (Nadis) must be thoroughly purified before they can safely process high-voltage life-force energy.

This 9-day online advanced pranayama training is an elite masterclass built to push the boundaries of traditional yoga science. Streaming live from the holy banks of the Ganges, this intensive spiritual breathwork journey integrates rapid purification practices, extended advanced breath retention, and powerful energetic seals (Bandhas) to shift your practice away from basic physical wellness and into deep spiritual transformation.

Live Daily Session

60min Per session

4 Time zones

$149 All-inclusive

Small Groups

Why Advanced Pranayama? The Ultimate Breathwork Certification Prep

Move beyond casual breathing exercises into the esoteric science of Prana Vidya.

For practitioners searching for authentic, lineage-based mastery or a comprehensive continuing education path for yoga teachers, this course sets the gold standard for traditional training. You will leave behind casual, lifestyle-focused breathing exercises and step directly into the esoteric science of Prana Vidya.

Led by traditional Himalayan masters, this live immersion combines high-intensity techniques like Bhastrika (Bellows Breath) with intricate Mudras (sacred seals) and resonant sound frequencies. The curriculum is engineered to safely expand conscious awareness, break through deep-seated emotional blockages, and offer you a profound, self-realized mastery over your internal lifeforce.

Advanced pranayama student practicing breath retention during online breathwork training

Who is This Elite Masterclass Designed For?

Strictly for practitioners with established breathwork, pranayama, or teaching experience.

Yoga Teachers & Instructors

Professionals looking for an authentic pranayama masterclass to enrich their current student offerings or support continuing education.

Experienced Breathwork Facilitators

Western breathwork coaches eager to ground modern, clinical modalities within an ancient Indian lineage.

Dedicated Spiritual Seekers

Practitioners prepared to dedicate themselves to a rigorous spiritual breathwork journey and unlock elevated states of awareness.

Seasoned Pranayama Practitioners

Students with consistent retention practice who are ready for high-voltage Prana work, Bhastrika, Mudras, Bandhas, and advanced self-study.

Master the Breath, Enter Stillness

Join an exclusive online pranayama certification-prep cohort guided from Rishikesh, India. Advanced retention, Bhastrika, Mudras, Bandhas, and spiritual breathwork mastery.

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Important Notice: Advanced Course Eligibility

Traditional preparation before high-voltage Prana work.
Strict Entry Policy

To guarantee that all students can safely and successfully navigate the high-voltage energy work and demanding curriculum of our upper-tier programs, Kundalini Yogashala maintains a strict entry policy.

The prerequisite requirement

Mandatory 1-month integration practice: All prospective students must complete a minimum of one month of consistent breathing practice within Kundalini Yogashala's ecosystem before applying for the Advanced Level Pranayama Masterclass.

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Why this matters: Protecting your nervous system

Our advanced training dives deep into extreme breath holds (Kumbhaka), subtle energy body expansion, and intense core alignments. Just as you wouldn't try to scale a major mountain peak without prior physical preparation, your nervous system and respiratory muscles must be progressively conditioned before managing advanced life-force energy (Prana).

This mandatory 30-day window ensures you have developed the core internal strength, lung volume, and mental grounding necessary to manage the advanced curriculum comfortably, completely eliminating the risk of physical exhaustion, panic responses, or dizziness.

How to coordinate your training schedule

Please map out your learning timeline intentionally to account for this foundational practice month. If you are a veteran practitioner or an established yoga instructor looking to validate training hours completed outside of Kundalini Yogashala, please reach out directly to our admissions team to request an experience waiver evaluation.

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Course Instructor

Kalpendra Ji

Philosophy, Pranayama & Meditation

Yogi Kalpendra Chauhan Ji has been teaching Pranayama and Yoga Nidra for over 25 years. Raised in a traditional spiritual family in Rishikesh, his teaching is rooted in direct experience, ancient methods, and a deep understanding of how breath and conscious rest heal the nervous system from the inside.

Holding a Master's Degree in Yoga Science, he guides students with a gentle, patient, and precise teaching style. In this advanced program, he helps you refine deep retention, Bandhas, ratios, and meditative breathwork without forcing the breath or overwhelming the nervous system.

Yogi Kalpendra Chauhan

Our 3-Step Approach: How We Personalize Your Practice

Every student receives live guidance while working with breath retention.

Because this masterclass centers on intense energy work, our teachers guide each accepted student through a structured process of application, cohort placement, and live technical refinement.

Step 1

Apply: Submit Your Vetting Questionnaire

Advanced breath control demands a resilient physical and neurological foundation. Your intake form helps us confirm that the material safely aligns with your current practice background.

Step 2

Prepare: Complete or Validate Your Integration Month

Complete the required 1-month practice window or request a waiver evaluation if you already hold substantial training experience. This step protects your nervous system before advanced lifeforce work begins.

Step 3

Refine: Enter the Live Advanced Cohort

Once accepted, you join a live Google Meet cohort for advanced retention, Bhastrika, Mudras, Bandhas, technical breakdowns, and certification-completion requirements.

What Makes This Advanced Pranayama Training Different

Live oversight, subtle technique refinement, and classical lineage-based methods.

This Course

  • Exclusive cohort-by-cohort format with application screening.
  • Mandatory 1-month integration practice or admissions waiver review.
  • Advanced Kumbhaka, Bhastrika, Bandhas, Mudras, and sound frequencies.
  • Live from Rishikesh with real-time technical refinement.
  • Designed for yoga teachers, facilitators, and seasoned practitioners.
  • Includes eligibility for Advanced Pranayama Certificate of Completion.

Generic Online Courses

  • Pre-recorded videos with no readiness evaluation.
  • Advanced techniques introduced without conditioning requirements.
  • No protection against dizziness, panic responses, or over-effort.
  • No lineage-based context for Prana Vidya, Mudras, or Bandhas.
  • No cohort intimacy or live teacher correction.
  • No certificate-completion pathway or admissions guidance.

How to Enroll: Secure Your Mat in 3 Simple Steps

Apply for an exclusive advanced cohort guided live from Rishikesh.

Because our Advanced Masterclass centers on intense energy work and rigorous technique, we host this program on an exclusive, cohort-by-cohort basis a few times a year. To protect the safety and depth of the group dynamic, registration availability is strictly capped.

01

Submit Your Application and Vetting Questionnaire

Advanced breath control demands a resilient physical and neurological foundation. Click the application button below to complete your secure registration and fill out our brief experience vetting questionnaire.

02

Join the Upcoming Cohort and Lock in Your Schedule

Once your intake forms are reviewed, you will be assigned to our next advanced group. As soon as calendar dates and daily 60-minute session times are finalized for your global time zone group, you will receive a confirmation email.

03

Access Your Dashboard and Certification Requirements

Total Fee: $149 USD (One-time, all-inclusive payment)

All sessions are broadcast interactively via Google Meet. Your recurring access link, calendar invitations, meticulous technical breakdowns, and certification requirements will be delivered once your cohort timeline is locked in.

Advanced Program

9-Day Advanced Pranayama Training Online

  • Program Format Exclusive cohort-by-cohort admission
  • Daily Sessions 9 live sessions, 60 minutes each
  • Access & Certificate Google Meet plus certificate eligibility
  • Program Fee $149 USD (All-inclusive)
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Your Breathwork Journey

Start anywhere. Grow step by step. Practice daily.
01

Pre Foundation

Start with a foundation breathwork course online and learn safe breathing mechanics with step-by-step guidance.

Zero knowledge 9 Days
02

Beginner Course

Join a beginner pranayama course online and learn essential breathing skills for energy, focus, and wellbeing.

Builds the basics 9 Days
03

Intermediate Course

Explore intermediate breathwork training online and deepen your practice with retention, Kapalabhati, and Bandhas.

Deepen your practice 9 Days
04

Advanced Course

Master advanced pranayama training online and unlock deeper breath control, awareness, and energetic steadiness.

Advanced mastery 9 Days
Complete any course above, then continue daily practice.

Daily Morning Anchor

Ongoing Breathwork Practice

Live Class
Any Level
Daily Growth
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know Before Joining

Is this advanced pranayama training suitable for complete beginners?

No. This masterclass is strictly for seasoned practitioners, breathwork facilitators, and yoga instructors. Students must complete a 1-month integration practice within our ecosystem or receive an admissions waiver.

What will I learn in this advanced pranayama course online?

You will practice advanced Kumbhaka, Bhastrika, Mudras, Bandhas, resonant sound frequencies, Prana Vidya, emotional blockage release, and certification-prep technical breakdowns.

How do teachers keep advanced pranayama safe online?

We screen applicants before admission and require a 1-month preparation window unless a waiver is approved. During live sessions, teachers observe retention response, Bandha effort, pacing, and recovery to prevent strain or overload.

When does the course start and how long are the sessions?

The course runs on an exclusive cohort-by-cohort basis a few times a year. Accepted students receive confirmed calendar dates and daily 60-minute session times for their time zone group.

Which time zones are supported for live online pranayama classes?

Cohort times are finalized after applications are reviewed. You will receive your confirmed schedule by email once your group timeline is locked in.

What does the $149 USD fee include?

The $149 USD fee includes 9 live masterclass sessions, meticulous technical breakdowns, Google Meet access, calendar invitations, and automatic eligibility to earn the Advanced Pranayama Certificate of Completion.

What technology do I need to join?

You only need a device with internet access and a camera. All classes are hosted on Google Meet, and your secure recurring link will be sent once your cohort timeline is confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question You May Have Before Joining Us

Can I stay in Rishikesh after the Yoga TTC?

Yes, you can stay in Rishikesh after completing the Yoga TTC. Rishikesh is a peaceful place with many opportunities to continue your yoga practice, explore the local culture, or simply relax by the river. You can extend your stay by booking accommodation at a guesthouse or hotel.

What should I bring for the Yoga TTC in Rishikesh?

You can find most everyday items you need in shops near our yoga school. We suggest bringing any special items you can’t live without, like personal care products or your favorite snacks from home.

How is the weather in Rishikesh?

Rishikesh has varied weather each season: Summer (March to June): Warm, with temperatures from 15°C to 40°C. Monsoon (July to September): Heavy rain, with temperatures from 24°C to 35°C. Autumn (October to November): Pleasant, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C. Winter (December to February): Cold, with temperatures from 5°C to 20°C. Each season offers a different experience for yoga practice.

What is 200-hour yoga Teacher training course?

The 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) is a foundational program that covers essential topics like yoga history, anatomy, asanas, pranayama, and meditation. It also teaches practical skills for aspiring yoga teachers, such as class sequencing, demonstration techniques, and classroom preparation. This course is a minimum requirement to become a certified yoga instructor.

Do I need a Visa?

First, students should apply for a tourist visa as it is easy and granted from the Indian embassy in a short period of time, the purpose of visiting India should be yoga retreats or Ayurveda retreats. Students may give our school address as well as a contact number for an Indian reference. Contact details for the Indian embassy in your country can be found. In general order, the visa expiry date is counted from the day visa is issued. Please verify it with the concerned embassy. Try to apply for your visa at least 2 to 3 weeks before your travel date.

How many students are there in the classes/courses?

Our classes typically have 15-20 students, ensuring personalized attention and a supportive learning environment.

What certification do I receive upon successful completion of the Yoga course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you'll be awarded an RYT 200/300 Hours by Kundalini Yogashala in compliance with Yoga Alliance USA.

Do I need yoga experience to join the Yoga TTC?

No prior yoga experience is required to join the Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC). The course is designed for beginners as well as those looking to deepen their practice and knowledge, making it suitable for all levels.

Is it safe to travel alone to Rishikesh?

Yes, it is very much safe to travel alone to Rishikesh, many tourists do it. It might be a difficult task to travel by local buses or trains sometimes if you are never been to India before, as it's very different from other parts of the world.

I don’t want to be a teacher, can I still take the training?

Yes, you can still take the training even if you don’t want to be a teacher. The Yoga TTC is great for deepening your personal practice and learning more about yoga. It's not only for those who want to teach.

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