Who is this intermediate breathwork training designed for?

This course is designed for beginner pranayama graduates, experienced meditators, athletes, high performers, and students who already have a steady breathwork rhythm and are ready to practice structured breath retention.

Do I need previous pranayama experience?

Yes. Because this intermediate training includes Kumbhaka, Kapalabhati, Bandhas, and longer breathing ratios, students should already be comfortable with foundational or beginner pranayama practice.

What techniques are taught in the 9-day intermediate course?

The training covers structured breath retention, Inhale-Hold-Exhale ratios, Kapalabhati, internal energetic seals known as Bandhas, nervous system threshold mapping, and an integrated home practice framework.

When does the intermediate breathwork course start?

The live 9-day program runs from the 21st through the 29th of every month. Each daily class is 45 minutes, from 5:30 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. in the selected time zone.

What is included in the $99 USD fee?

The flat $99 USD tuition includes 9 live Google Meet sessions, downloadable daily references, interactive teacher feedback, and a practical framework for continuing intermediate pranayama at home.

Online Yoga Classes & Courses

9 Day Online Intermediate Breathwork Training

Name: Expanding the Breath: 9-Day Intermediate Breathwork Training Online
Price: 99 USD
Availability: InStock

Broadcast live from Rishikesh, India - harness the power of structured breath retention for deep mental focus and vital energy.

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Live from Rishikesh

Kumbhaka & Ratios

45 Min Daily Sessions

Focus & Vital Energy

Deepen Your Capacity: Master the Art of Breath Retention

Expand your pranayama practice with safe, structured intermediate breathwork.

Once you have mastered the basics of conscious breathing, it is time to elevate your physical and energetic practice. A common pitfall for intermediate students is remaining comfortable with basic routines and never fully testing their respiratory efficiency.

In this 9-day intermediate online breathwork course, we pivot toward the true engine of traditional yoga science: Kumbhaka, or intentional breath holding. These interactive digital sessions teach you how to safely utilize breath retention to expand lung capacity, reset an overstimulated nervous system, and reach profound mental clarity.

Guided live from our center in India, this intermediate pranayama course online helps you build confidence with advanced breathing patterns, longer retention techniques, and a refined daily breath training routine.

Live Daily Session

45min Per session

4 Time zones

$99 All-inclusive

Small Groups

Why Intermediate Pranayama? Unlock Advanced Nervous System Regulation

Practice structured retention, purification, and deeper energetic awareness.

Our intermediate-tier curriculum introduces dynamic purification methods and structured respiratory ratios: inhale, hold, and exhale. By safely incorporating conscious breath holds, you train the brain and nervous system to remain calm under high-stress conditions.

This deep dive takes you through classical techniques like Kapalabhati, also known as Shining Skull Breath, and internal energetic seals called Bandhas. The training gives you a biological and psychological toolkit to lift mental fatigue, dissolve persistent brain fog, and permanently upgrade your morning breathwork routine.

Intermediate pranayama student practicing breath retention during online breathwork training

Who Should Consider Joining This Session?

Ideal for committed students ready to expand breath training beyond the basics.

Beginner Pranayama Graduates

Students who have established a steady daily rhythm and feel ready to introduce controlled breath retention.

Experienced Meditators

Individuals looking to access deeper, extended states of inner stillness through advanced somatic breathwork.

Athletes & High-Performers

Anyone aiming to optimize oxygen efficiency, unlock greater lung volume, and maintain composure under physical pressure.

Biochemical Health Seekers

People searching for scientifically grounded, lineage-backed pranayama training to optimize cellular and nervous system health.

Expand the Breath, Steady the Mind

Join live online breathwork classes guided from Rishikesh, India. Kumbhaka, Kapalabhati, Bandhas, and deeper ratios - starting the 21st every month.

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Important Entry Requirement

This training is best after foundation or beginner pranayama practice.

If you are completely new to intentional breath training, we strongly advise completing our Pre-Pranayama or Beginner courses first to ensure a safe, strain-free educational experience.

Intermediate techniques use retention and active purification methods. A stable foundation helps you expand without dizziness, strain, or unnecessary nervous system activation.

Start with Beginner Pranayama

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 intermediate program, he helps you practice retention and purification methods safely, without forcing the breath or overwhelming the nervous system.

Our 3-Step Approach: How We Personalize Your Practice

Every student receives live guidance while working with breath retention.

Mass-produced wellness tracks fail to support true transformation. To help you safely manage the biochemical and energetic shifts that accompany breath holding, our expert masters from Rishikesh guide you through an interactive, individual process.

Step 1

Observe: Live Tracking of Your Breath Retention Stamina

During live Google Meet classes, instructors closely track your physical ease and pacing during Kumbhaka. We watch for subtle indicators of jaw tension, chest tightness, or strain so you expand lung volume safely.

Step 2

Understand: Mapping Your Neurological Stress Threshold

We analyze how your mind and body adapt to structured breathing intervals. This helps you read your nervous system's boundaries, making sure the exercises melt stress instead of triggering anxiety.

Step 3

Resolve: Your Toolkit for Absolute Cognitive Clarity

You graduate with an advanced, self-sufficient framework featuring Kapalabhati and precise internal energy locks. You will be ready to blend these methods into your home routine to reduce brain fog and master daily productivity.

What Makes This Intermediate Breathwork Training Different

Live oversight, safe retention practice, and classical lineage-based methods.

This Course

Live from Rishikesh with real-time teacher feedback.
Focused training in Kumbhaka, Kapalabhati, and Bandhas.
Structured inhale-hold-exhale ratios for progressive practice.
Small cohort for close monitoring during breath retention.
Nervous system-first approach for calm, strain-free expansion.
Natural next step after beginner pranayama training.

Generic Online Courses

Pre-recorded videos with no one checking your retention response.
Advanced practices introduced without readiness assessment.
Random technique lists instead of a progressive 9-day structure.
Little guidance around dizziness, strain, or over-effort.
No individual threshold mapping for breath holds.
No clear continuation plan for independent home practice.

How to Enroll: Secure Your Mat in 3 Simple Steps

Join our live 9-day intermediate breathwork program from anywhere in the world.

Our 9-Day Intermediate Program begins on the 21st of every month. To guarantee close, individual oversight from our master teachers, live enrollment slots are strictly capped.

Choose Your Preferred Morning Time Slot

Effortlessly incorporate this 45-minute practice into the start of your day. Live sessions broadcast daily from the 21st to the 29th of the month across multiple international time zones at 5:30 a.m. local time.

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Total Tuition: $99 USD (All-Inclusive)

No Hidden Fees: This one-time registration covers full access to the 9-day live curriculum, downloadable daily references, and direct interactive teacher feedback.

Get Your Live Digital Access Dashboard

We use Google Meet for all live classes, so you do not need to download complex software. Once your payment is processed, a secure calendar invitation and access link will arrive in your inbox within 24 hours.

Intermediate Program

9-Day Intermediate Breathwork Training Online

Program Dates 21st through the 29th of every month
Daily Schedule 5:30 a.m. - 6:15 a.m.
Supported Time Zones CET - EST - PST - IST
Program Fee $99 USD (Flat rate)

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Your Breathwork Journey

Start anywhere. Grow step by step. Practice daily.

Pre Foundation

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

Zero knowledge 9 Days

Beginner Course

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

Builds the basics 9 Days

Intermediate Course

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

Deepen your practice 9 Days

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 pranayama

Monthly Breathwork Membership

Live Class

Any Level

Daily Growth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know Before Joining

Is this intermediate breathwork training suitable for complete beginners?

No. This course includes Kumbhaka, Kapalabhati, Bandhas, and longer respiratory ratios, so students should already be comfortable with beginner pranayama or foundational breathwork.

What will I learn in this intermediate pranayama course online?

You will learn structured breath retention, inhale-hold-exhale ratios, Kapalabhati, internal energetic seals, nervous system threshold awareness, and a practical home routine for deeper breath training.

How do teachers keep breath retention safe online?

Live instructors observe your pacing, facial tension, posture, breath ease, and recovery after each hold. The goal is steady expansion without strain, dizziness, or nervous system overload.

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

The course runs from the 21st through the 29th of every month. Each live session is 45 minutes, held daily from 5:30 a.m. to 6:15 a.m. in your selected time zone.

Which time zones are supported for live online breathwork classes?

We support CET, EST, PST, and IST. Sessions are scheduled at 5:30 a.m. local time for each supported group.

What does the $99 USD fee include?

The flat $99 USD tuition includes all 9 live Google Meet sessions, downloadable daily references, direct interactive teacher feedback, and your integrated intermediate practice toolkit.

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 calendar invite plus live access link will be sent after registration.

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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