Body-Based Breathwork Facilitator Training

Transformative Healing

Breathwork • Heart-Centered Facilitation Skills • Bodywork • Mindfulness and Inquiry • Movement

Applications for 2027 training available by emailing [email protected] • 2026 training is FULL.

“The most powerful training, both personally and professionally, that I have ever taken” Kim Turk, LMBT, Duke Integrative Health Coach

For over a decade, we’ve empowered hundreds of people through the transformative and healing power of breathwork. Our participants expressed a desire for deeper learning, greater embodiment, and more advanced facilitation skills and from that our comprehensive training program was born. We bring a unique flavor to the breathwork field by integrating bodywork, mindfulness, self-inquiry, movement, conscious communication, and heart-centered breathwork facilitation. We are devoted to nurturing facilitators who can guide others with compassion, presence, and the tools to support lasting transformation. This 9-month experience blends personal integration with professional training. You’ll learn the method through a deeply integrative approach that is grounded in embodiment and guided at a pace the body can trust. This training is an invitation into your authenticity, so your facilitation becomes real, embodied, and uniquely yours. Our next program begins March 2027.

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“This is a training of a lifetime – a profoundly transformative and inspirational experience through the power of breath. Over the course of nine months, I became more aligned with my authentic self and now feel confident and prepared to lead both individual and group breathwork sessions. ” Deepika Green, LMT at Yogaville in VA

In this 140+ hour training program spanning nine months, you will become part of a community of practitioners dedicated to making a positive impact in the world through the transformative practice of breathwork. Depression, anxiety, loss, uncertainty, disconnection from the body and feelings of discontent are epidemic in our society. Breathwork provides a path to a more balanced way of living. Throughout this training, you will master techniques to release emotional patterns and physical trauma stored in the body, paving the way for deeper engagement and a meaningful life.

A foundation of mindfulness

Mindfulness and self-inquiry practices are an integral part of our training, as we believe true healing begins with the self. Individual, partner and small group reflection activities are part of the program to foster introspection and cultivate more self-awareness and self-compassion. Increased skillful awareness allows you to support others more effectively in their healing process.

Safe space is an essential element in setting the stage for healing. We will provide you with tools to create safe space and more importantly, we will model it for you through our teaching and our presence during throughout the training.

You will learn the skills needed to offer one-on-one breathwork sessions and to facilitate group breathwork sessions as well as how to harness the power of breathwork for your own personal growth and transformation.

“The Body-Based Breathwork Facilitator Training offers not only powerful and engaging professional tools, but also sparks deep personal transformation.
I highly recommend this program.”
Emily LaBathe, CST, LMT, NMT, LDT Bodyworker, Body Psychotherapist
What impressed me the most was the gentle and loving leadership. The pure inner joy they radiated was evident in every session. I left feeling renewed, rejuvenated and grounded.
Yvette B., LMT in Carlsbad, CA
“I’m so grateful for your mentorship on this journey. Since our first meeting last August, I’ve already seen meaningful growth in myself. Thank you for the guidance and inspiration—changing the world, one breath at a time.”
C. Carson, LMT in Salisbury, MD

This training offers:

Comprehensive 140+ hours training: 80 hours of in-person sessions, 15 hours of live webinars (via Zoom), and self-paced learning through meditation, reflective practices, group practicums and reading.
A powerful place to learn: We meet 4 weekends over nine months at Sanctuary Retreat Center near Charlottesville, VA, situated in the foothills of the Shenandoah mountains in Nelson County.
Immerse in community: Be on a path with others dedicated to personal and collective growth.
Learn body-centered techniques: Gain hands-on breathwork skills and a unique inquiry process that help clients access their own inner wisdom and insight.
Develop nervous system regulation practices: Learn powerful methods to manage mood and enhance overall well-being.
Create healing spaces: Understand how to cultivate safe, supportive environments where people can relax, open, and move toward healing and growth.
Deepen self-awareness and compassion: Use self-inquiry, meditation, and deep listening to cultivate greater understanding and kindness in yourself and your work.
Work with integrity: Build a clear ethical framework that supports you in maintaining strong professional boundaries and clarity in your practice.
Guide transformative Body-Based Breathwork sessions: Receive in-depth training to safely lead impactful breathwork processes and facilitate powerful individual and group sessions with confidence, presence, and skill.
Expand your therapeutic practice: Integrate breathwork, meditation, bodywork techniques, and expressive movement into your practice.
Curate music for transformation: Explore the art of using music to drive change and healing.
Beyond technique: This training invites you into your own authenticity so your facilitation becomes real, a personal expression, and full of meaning and heart.
Graduate Immersion: After graduation, continue with more practical experience in our Breath, Body & Sound retreats and earn 18-21 continuing education hours for massage therapists, depending on location.
Continuing Education Opportunities: Join our BFT alumni each June at our four-day Deepening the Practice Alumni Retreat at Sanctuary Retreat Center, an opportunity for BFT graduates to connect, strengthen the roots of their facilitation, and receive ongoing support and mentorship.
9-month training cost: $2750 early application tuition + accommodations/meals at Sanctuary Retreat Center, starting at $315 for each weekend.
Limited space: Join a select group of up to 20 participants for an immersive learning experience.

Professional Trainings

Prerequisite & Admission

Massage Therapists and Other Professionals

Prerequisite: One in-person Breath, Body & Sound retreat within the last 5 years.

Admission: By application only. We accept applications on a rolling basis—reviewing and accepting applicants as they apply—until the program is full. To request an application, email [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Everyone interested in the transformative nature of breathwork and meditation. It is not limited to any one background or profession although having experience with bodywork, yoga, counseling or energy work is helpful. This advanced training is designed to expand the understanding and experience of breathwork, deepen your relationship to the present moment and learn tools to help others thrive in the world.

Yes. Prior to applying for the program, you must have taken the in-person prerequisite course Breath, Body & Sound within the past 5 years. If you aren’t sure when you took your last Breath, Body & Sound course with us, please be in touch.

If you need to take the prerequisite course, we are offering it on the following dates. All of these locations meet the prerequisite requirement for the 2027 application cycle:

July 30-Aug 2 at Heartwood Retreat Center in Blue Ridge, GA
September 10-13, 2026 at Sanctuary Retreat Center in Faber, VA
October 3-9, 2026 at Le Pianore in Tuscany, Italy
Dec 31, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 at Sanctuary Retreat Center in Faber, VA
February 25-28, 2027 at Heartwood Retreat Center in Blue Ridge, GA

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The in-person portion of the training will take place over four weekends:

March 25-28, 2027
June 24-27, 2027
September 16-19, 2027
December 2-5, 2027

Participants should plan to arrive at each weekend class between 1-3 pm on Thursday to get settled into their accommodations. You also have the option to arrive the day before on Wednesday. Each weekend class will end on Sunday at 3pm.

There will also be three five-hour Zoom live webinars on May 23, August 22 and November 7 from 10am-4pm with a one-hour lunch break.

Attendance is mandatory for all in-person and Zoom sessions.

Yes. Applications for the 2027 training are available by contacting [email protected]

This residential training is being held at Sanctuary Retreat Center in Nelson County, Virginia situated in the foothills of the Shenandoah mountains. It is a place of depth, wholeness and presence – a beautiful mirror for this training. The Sanctuary Retreat Center has on-site wellbeing services available (massage, energy work, acupuncture and emotional balancing) as well as walking trails and meditation spaces.

The early application cost of the training is $2750. Space is limited to 20. A $500 deposit secures your price. Balance of payment is due on February 1, 2027.

• $2750 when application received by 10/1/26
• $2950 when application received by 12/1/26, after $3150

*Accommodations and meals are additional.

The cost for 3 nights accommodations and 9 meals begins at $330 per person per weekend, depending on your accommodations choice:

Double, per person (two twin beds) $330
Small single $480
Large single $540

Extra nights prior to or after the training can be added for an extra fee (Wednesday and/or Sunday night – includes meals).

Couple or double per person, per night $100
Small single, per night $155
Large single, per night $175

Registration and payment for accommodations and meals will be made directly to Sanctuary Retreat Center through their online portal and will be due 30 days prior to each of our four weekend classes.

No. Whether you live nearby or have alternative accommodations, the residential community-based experience is a vital part of the training. All participants stay on-site with your choice of single or double accommodations.

There is no accelerarted version of this training for many reasons. This training has been intentionally designed as an immersive, 140+ hour program spread across nine months. This structure allows participants to deeply integrate the material and develop their skills gradually and comprehensively.

We firmly believe that this type of breathwork cannot be effectively learned in a condensed time frame, nor in an online format. The practice involves not only intellectual understanding but also emotional and experiential integration, which takes time to cultivate. A program of this depth and scope simply wouldn’t work in an accelerated training format, as it would not provide the space needed for meaningful practice and reflection.

The program includes four in-person weekend sessions, each building on the previous one. Between these weekends, participants engage in a variety of enriching activities, such as reading assignments, practice sessions, reflective exercises, and partner-based practices. These components are carefully designed to reinforce learning, encourage personal growth, and ensure that participants truly embody the principles of breathwork facilitation.

This extended timeline is one of the reasons our program is so impactful—it ensures that participants leave with the confidence and competence to guide others in transformative breathwork practices.

The in-person format offers a unique and immersive experience, including the group dynamic, which is an essential part of breathwork training. This dynamic cannot be replicated in an online setting, as it allows participants to connect, engage, and learn in ways that are only possible in a shared physical space.

Yes. A $500 deposit will be due at time of application acceptance. Final payment is due by February 1, 2027.

You are welcome to make partial payments towards the second deposit and final balance as long as you meet the deadlines.

If you’re unable to commit to all four in-person weekend training dates and the three Zoom meetings, we will ask you to defer to a future session. This is an immersive program where each weekend builds on the next.

After graduating from the Breathwork Facilitator Training (BFT), you have the opportunity to attend a Breath, Body & Sound (BBS) retreat as a participant at a discounted rate, experiencing the retreat through a new lens after your training. This Graduate Immersion is offered on a space-available basis and may be applied for in advance, though the BFT must be completed before attending. During the retreat you’ll primarily participate in the transformative process while also having opportunities to connect with Tracey and Sharon and observe aspects of how a well-established breathwork retreat is run, including joining a team meeting to learn about logistics, group dynamics, and the overall retreat process. Participants can earn 18–21 NCBTMB Approved CE hours depending on location.

Please note: this opportunity requires a separate application. You will be responsible for your own accommodations and travel expenses.

Request an application for this training by emailing [email protected]. Once your application is reviewed and accepted, we will send you a link to reserve your spot in the training with a $500 deposit.

Reach out to [email protected] or 919-907-0579, or [email protected] or 919-410-6274. We’d be delighted to talk with you!

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