TRANSFORMATIONAL GUIDE & BREATHWORK TEACHER TRAINING
A profound growth journey to become an authentic facilitator
The Transformational Guide & Breathwork Teacher Training is an incomparable journey to the Self and the first training of its kind in Switzerland and beyond, combining breathwork, sound and frequency therapy with transpersonal modalities in one unit. It is a teacher training in the truest sense of the word, in which participants are guided and empowered from the very beginning to connect with their potential and their unique inner teacher.
About this Breathwork training
This intensive, 6-month, trauma-sensitive transpersonal program goes beyond a typical Breathwork Facilitator training. It is a profound personal growth journey that will beautifully shape you and give you self-awareness and self-acceptance. It includes more than 200 hours – a carefully designed on-site training* combined with virtual and in-person support and inter-module check-ins. During this certified program, you will be nurtured and empowered within your group to unleash the full potential of your true essence. Before this teacher training, we also offer ‘Sanctuary of Stillness’, an essential and comprehensive online course on Breathwork and Pranayama (full training comes to 8 – 9 months) so that you have a solid foundation before embarking on this transpersonal journey.
During the program you will gain invaluable knowledge of the science of breath, the nervous system, sound, humanistic and transpersonal psychology, inner child and shadow work, as well as ancient wisdom teachings.
Upon completion of this training, you will not only have a deep connection to your true self, but also the confidence to lead individual and group breathwork sessions. You will learn to authentically and calmly hold space, set boundaries, communicate honestly with your clients, connect with your intuition and create sessions with your unique style by incorporating different instruments and music playlists that resonate positively with your authentic self.
This in-depth facilitator training gives you an understanding of the human psyche and equips you with the skills and knowledge to facilitate Breathwork sessions that support your clients’ process and help them realize their full potential. By completing this training, you will gain more than just a skillset; you will embody a way of being that translates into personal transformation for both yourself and your clients.
The Transformational Guide & Breathwork Teacher Training is an unparalleled journey to the Self and the first training of its kind in Switzerland and beyond to combine breathwork, sound and frequency therapy with transpersonal modalities into one. It is a teacher training in the truest sense of the word, where participants are guided and empowered from the very beginning to connect with their potential and unique inner teacher, and graduates of this teacher training include a variety of people, from psychologists and psychotherapists to entrepreneurs and professional athletes.Sacred Ways Institute of Transformational Arts is a member of the IBF International Breathwork Foundation.* We consider the power of real encounters in ceremonial settings and the support of the group to be essential in a profound education. Although there are numerous online trainings – and without judging other schools or institutes – we firmly believe that for this particular type of breathwork, especially transpersonal breathwork, it is essential to learn in real settings. Working in a setting where trauma arises and the guidance and presence of the facilitator is required means being able to hold the space effectively and safely.
About the Naikando Method®
The Naikando Method® is based on Conscious Connected Breathing / Conscious Energy Breathwork, a technique that dates back to the 1970s and was developed by Leonard Orr and deals intensively with the topics of immortality and rebirth. Central to this method is circular breathing, which forms the basis for a powerful personal development tool that can bring about profound changes in consciousness.
By integrating elements of frequency and sound therapy, Marc has enriched the Naikando Method® with the use of tuning forks and conscious ‘toning’ through the voice, the latter especially in deep meditative states. This innovative approach enhances the method’s ability to heal itself. You will thus acquire additional, independent coaching tools and a solid foundation to become a trauma-informed Transformational Guide. The program covers various techniques in the field of transpersonal psychology, nervous system regulation, breathwork and sound therapy and enables you to determine the most appropriate tools for your clients in preparation for transpersonal breathwork sessions.
Self-knowledge
As within, so without. As teachers, we cannot convey to others what we have not experienced ourselves – we can only pass on what we have explored within ourselves. In order to lead authentically, it is essential to embrace the interplay of light and shadow and to maintain an absolute presence in the present moment.
Breath
We are breath. Understanding the correct breathing patterns and their tremendous benefits, as well as mastering basic pranayama techniques, paves the way for transpersonal breathing techniques, especially Conscious Connected Breathwork/Conscious Energy Breathwork, on which the method is based.
Sound & frequency
The third pillar covers knowledge of the use of sound and frequency therapy methods, both as therapeutic tools in their own right, but more importantly in their use as an integral part of breathwork sessions. This includes working with tuning forks and harnessing the power of ‘toning’, which can often trigger a transformative shift in participants.
Next Transformational Guide & Breathwork Teacher trainings
We offer the Transformational Guide & Breathwork Teacher Training in Switzerland twice a year. The dates are as follows:
January 2025 - June 2025 (waiting list / fully booked)
Module 1 | Friday, January 3 – Sunday, January 5
Module 2 | Saturday, February 1 – Sunday, February 2
Module 3 | Friday, February 28 – Sunday, March 2
Module 4 | Saturday, April 5 – Sunday, April 6
Module 5 | Friday, May 9 – Sunday, May 11
Process and closing days
Thursday, June 19 – Sunday, June 22
August 2025 - January 2026 (application process open)
Module 1 | Friday, August 29 – Sunday, August 31
Module 2 | Saturday, September 27 – Sunday, September 28
Module 3 | Friday, October 24 – Sunday, October 26
Module 4 | Saturday, November 15 – Sunday, November 16
Module 5 | Friday, December 5 – Sunday, December 7
Process and closing days
Thursday, January 15 – Sunday, January 18
Who guides you through this training
As lead teacher, Marc, with the support of Valérie, will guide you through this training together with some renowned guest teachers.
Marc Grüninger
Marc is a father, Transformational Guide & Breathwork Teacher, Transpersonal Integration Coach, Certified Sound Therapist, Certified Esalen® Bodyworker, Speaker (EHL Hospitality Business School) and author of ‘Sacred Ways – A Guide to Your Essence’.
Valérie Grüninger
Valérie’s intention at Sacred Ways is to provide a safe space where people feel welcome and at home, so that wellbeing and connection can be experienced on a universal level in a beautiful and accessible way.
Alan Steinborn
For over 20 years, meditation teacher and gong player Alan Steinborn has been helping people all over the world to approach life in a mindful and loving way. In addition to working extensively in the USA, he has also worked in Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy, Bali, India and Brazil. In recent years, he has dedicated his to the Gong. Over the years, he has seen time and again how the gongs, when played in a sensitive and creative way, can bring about tremendously profound transformations.
Resonance is important to us
At Sacred Ways, our dedication goes far beyond designing experiences and programs for individual transformation. We intentionally choose partners and locations that share our values. We are grateful that our training will take place at our wonderful main residences in Zurich as well as during the process days in the middle of the Southern Black Forest and the Swiss Alps.
Who is this Breathwork training for?
This program is open to anyone who has a solid emotional foundation* and is ready to embark on this transformative journey, including:
- Therapists
- Coaches
- Teachers
- Birth attendants
- Palliative care companions
- Entrepreneurs
- Businessmen / Businesswomen
- Seekers
- Career changer
- Family persons
Although it may be beneficial to have some basic knowledge of breathwork, humanistic psychology and an interest in transpersonal psychology, this is not a strict requirement to enroll in this program.
*Physical and emotional well-being are crucial for participation and it is always advisable to consult a doctor if in doubt.
Voices of our graduates
I would like to thank you both from the bottom of my heart for this enriching Breathwork Teacher Training. Over the last few years I have attended many trainings, workshops and seminars on the subject of personal development and I can say with full conviction that your training was one of the best I have ever done. What sets you apart is the high quality and expertise you bring to the table and how you convey this with dedication and passion and, above all, with your naturalness and authenticity. You have created an absolutely safe space at all times and complement each other perfectly. And I was always touched by the humility and level-headedness with which you, dear Marc, met us participants. I felt held and seen by you in my own process at all times and was therefore always able to be myself. The preparation as well as the structure of the entire training and the support interlocked and harmonized perfectly. I liked the modular structure and also the wonderful guest teachers, who contributed just as competently and appropriately. In my eyes, you have created something very special; a magical journey to yourself and your essence. I feel honored and infinitely grateful to be a part of it.
It is hard to put into words how grateful I am for this Breathwork Teacher Training and all that I was able to experience. It was also a very deep personal journey in which I was able to explore myself. How much heart and authenticity Marc and Valerie put into these 6 months was very touching and inspiring for me. Marc was always there with full presence and sensitivity. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this great time, which was definitely one of the most moving experiences of my life. I was able to get to know myself more deeply in this wonderful group and take so much with me. And now I have the honor of taking this great work outside and accompanying many people with it.
FAQ
We are happy to inform you here about the most frequently asked questions. However, if you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us by e-mail.
Place of training
The lessons will take place in our exclusive, valued partner studios in Zurich.
Be:Life Studio (Kreuzplatz) and Downdog Yoga (Stauffacher)
The process and concluding days take place alternately in the middle of the Grisons Alps at the Berghotel Sterna in Feldis-Domleschg and in the idyllic setting of the Black Forest at the Hollerbühl seminar house.
Lesson times
Fridays 18:00 – 22:00, Saturdays & Sundays 8:30 – 17:30
Language of instruction
The training will be held in German, unless all participants have a good command of English, so that we can also offer the program to English-speaking applicants. Thank you for your understanding.
Overview of training hours
On-site: approx. 130h
Previous online course: approx. 15h
Own process and study group: approx. 60h
Total training hours: 200+ h
Costs Transformational Guide & Breathwork Teacher Training
(Early Bird reduction of Sfr. 500.- until March 31)
*The costs for the seminar house accommodation and meals for the 4-day immersion phase are not included.
*The advance online course has been included in the training price, but must be paid for separately (Sfr. 39.-) via the video platform, as this is a prerequisite for accessing it.
If there are financial obstacles and you are unable to pay the full amount upfront, please let us know. We will be happy to work out an interest-free installment plan with two or three installments.
Requirements for diploma:
Ongoing self-study and self-reflection. Please note that participation in all modules is essential for the individual and group dynamic process. If, for unavoidable reasons, participation in a module is not possible, we insist – depending on the module or modality – on 1:1 catch-up (therapeutic hour approach) of specific parts of the module for the purpose of quality assurance.
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