Breathe Out Stress From Day One | Art of Living Part 1 Course
The Art of Living Part 1 Course

Breathe Out Stress
From Day One

With Evidence-Based Breathwork

The Science Behind the Practice

100+ independent studies validate the impact of Sudarshan Kriya™ on mind and body

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0%Report Reduced Stress After the Course
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Evidence-Based Breathwork

Everyone talks about meditation

but does it actually change anything?

The Art of Living Part 1 Course teaches the Sudarshan Kriya™ a powerful, rhythmic breathing technique that brings the body and mind into harmony, releasing stress at a cellular level and restoring emotional balance.

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Indoor Sudarshan Kriya breathwork class
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Science-Backed Technique

Sudarshan Kriya™

The exclusive deep breathing technique of the Art of Living, rhythmic, powerful, and validated by over 100 independent studies.

The breathing technique that
changes lives

A unique rhythmic breathing practice taught only in the Art of Living Part 1 Course. Rooted in ancient wisdom, validated by modern science.

Improves Mental Health

Lowers Stress Biomarkers

Boosts Brain Function

Optimizes Immune Function

Allays Insomnia

Enhances Heart & Lungs

What You Will Experience

Three pillars that shift how you feel, think and move through life

Evidence-based breathwork and Sudarshan Kriya meditation
Breathwork and Meditation

Learn Sudarshan Kriya™ and pranayama techniques that calm the nervous system and restore your natural vitality.

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Yoga Beyond the Body

Specific yoga sequences to build physical strength, mental clarity and emotional stability.

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5 Keys to a Joyful Life

Unlock five profound wisdom principles to move through challenges with grace and greater joy.

Backed by 100+ scientific studies and featured in leading publications
CNN
Harvard Health Publishing
Yoga Journal
The Washington Post
Vogue
Yale
Forbes

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What you'll get:

  • A free guided meditation
  • Answers to your questions
  • An opportunity to speak with a certified instructor

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About the Founder A Voice for Peace

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Since 1981, Gurudev has taught breath-based meditation techniques for holistic wellbeing, touching the lives of over 800 million people worldwide. With his unique gift for wisdom, connection and inspiration, he also contributes to resolving conflicts and strengthening community at local, national and international levels.

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation
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Sudarshan Kriya group practice
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Your Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

You can learn Sudarshan Kriya™ in 3 days with 3 hours of live sessions per day with a certified instructor, online or in-person.

Researched in over 100 independent studies, Sudarshan Kriya™ lowers stress, improves mental clarity, enhances emotional wellbeing, contributes to better sleep, raises energy levels and provides greater inner peace.

Yes, you can reschedule to a different course date if you are unable to attend the original dates.

Yes, you must be at least 18 years old. The Art of Living offers alternative programmes for kids and teens.

9 hours over 3 days, approximately 3 hours per day, available both online and in-person.

Yes. One study found a significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure in mildly hypertensive individuals who practised Sudarshan Kriya™.

Sudarshan Kriya™ is effective in relieving anxiety and depression. It is not a replacement for medical interventions.