Pranayam Certification – Level 1 Level 2 And Level 3
Pranayama Level 1 is the foundational stage of breath control practices in yoga. It focuses on building awareness, regulation, and control of the breath to improve lung capacity, oxygenation, and mental calmness.
Key Aspects of Pranayama Level 1:
Basic Breath Awareness – Observing natural breathing patterns without controlling them.
Yogic Breathing (Dirgha Shwasan) – Deep diaphragmatic breathing to use full lung capacity.
Abdominal Breathing – Focusing on expanding and contracting the belly while breathing.
Nadi Shodhana (Anulom Vilom – Alternate Nostril Breathing) – Balancing energy channels and calming the mind.
Bhramari (Humming Bee Breath) – Producing a humming sound to relax the nervous system.
Sheetali & Sheetkari (Cooling Breath Techniques) – Cooling the body and calming the mind.
Ujjayi (Victorious Breath) – Creating a slight throat contraction for controlled breathing.
Kapalabhati (Mild Cleansing Breath) – Light practice for cleansing and energizing the mind (without force).
Benefits of Pranayama Level 1:
Improves lung function and oxygenation
Reduces stress, anxiety, and mental restlessness
Enhances concentration and emotional stability
Balances the nervous system and energy flow
Prepares the body and mind for deeper pranayama and meditation
Pranayama Level 2 is an intermediate stage of breath control practice that goes beyond basic techniques. It focuses on deeper breath awareness, advanced retention (Kumbhaka), and balancing the energy (prana) within the body. This level refines breath mastery, enhances lung capacity, and helps channel prana through the nadis (energy channels).
Key Aspects of Pranayama Level 2:
Deeper Breath Awareness – Expanding lung capacity and controlling breath with precision.
Advanced Kumbhaka (Breath Retention) – Practicing internal (Antar) and external (Bahir) retention to regulate prana flow.
Nadi Shuddhi (Energy Purification) – Refining Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) for better energy flow.
Intermediate to Advanced Techniques:
Bhastrika (Bellows Breath) – Intense breathwork for vitality.
Kapalabhati (Shining Skull) – Detoxifying the system.
Anulom Vilom (Advanced Stage) – Longer breath cycles with retention.
Surya Bhedana & Chandra Bhedana – Activating Sun & Moon energies.
Bandhas (Energy Locks) Integration:
Jalandhara Bandha (Throat Lock)
Uddiyana Bandha (Abdominal Lock)
Mula Bandha (Root Lock)
Benefits of Pranayama Level 2:
✅ Deepens mental clarity and focus
✅ Strengthens the nervous system
✅ Enhances lung function and breath control
✅ Activates and balances chakras
✅ Improves digestion and detoxification
✅ Prepares for advanced yogic practices (Dhyana & Samadhi)
Pranayama Level 3 is an advanced stage of breath control practices that requires a deep understanding of breath regulation, energy flow (prana), and mental focus. It is suitable for experienced practitioners who have already mastered the fundamentals (Level 1) and intermediate techniques (Level 2).
Key Aspects of Pranayama Level 3:
Extended Breath Retention (Kumbhaka):
Includes Kevala Kumbhaka (spontaneous breath retention) and Sahita Kumbhaka (retention with inhalation/exhalation).
Increases lung capacity, enhances mental clarity, and deepens meditation.
Advanced Breathing Techniques:
Murchha Pranayama (Fainting Breath) – Induces deep relaxation and blissful awareness.
Plavini Pranayama (Floating Breath) – Helps control buoyancy in water, enhances breath-holding ability.
Bandhas (Energy Locks):
Integration of Mula Bandha (Root Lock), Uddiyana Bandha (Abdominal Lock), and Jalandhara Bandha (Throat Lock) for deeper energy control.
Stimulates chakras and strengthens the nervous system.
Kriya Yoga Influence:
Incorporates breath synchronization with internal awareness and mantra chanting (e.g., So-Ham or Om chanting).
Subtle Energy Activation:
Works on Sushumna Nadi activation for Kundalini awakening.
Deepens meditative absorption and spiritual awakening.
Who Should Practice?
Practitioners with strong control over breath and mind.
Those who have been practicing Anulom Vilom, Bhastrika, Kapalabhati, and Ujjayi for a long time.
People seeking deep meditative states and enhanced pranic energy control.
COURSE DURATION
1 MONTH 20DAYS | 200HOURS