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Introductory Workshop

Discover ancient breathing and meditation practices that refresh your mind and ease stress. Experience how SKY Breath™ can bring calm, clarity, and balance to your everyday life.

BREATHE IN GOOD HEALTH EVERY DAY!

Your breath holds the power to refresh your mind and boost your energy. Sudarshan Kriya™ shows you how.
 

Each session releases built-up tension and stress, helping your mind feel lighter, sharper, and full of energy for the day ahead.

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800+ million people in 180 countries have benefited from our breath workshop. And it takes just 9 hours! Join now!

Learn Breathing Techniques in Introductory Sessions
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800+ million people in 180 countries have benefited from our breath workshop. And it takes just 9 hours! Join now!

DISCOVER SUDARSHAN KRIYA™

The Art of Living's proven technique for a renewed mind

Backed by global research, SKY Breath™ lowers stress, sharpens focus, and renews energy — bringing life to every breath.

Harness Balanced Energy with Sudarshan Kriya

Improves mental health

Boosts brain function

Allays insomnia

Lowers biochemical markers of stress

Optimizes immune function

Enhances cardiovascular and respiratory function

Why Join the Happiness Program?

Breathing

Discover Sudarshan Kriya™, a powerful breathwork technique that will empower you to deal with stress, anxiety, and any curveball life throws at you.

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3x increase 

In deep rest and improvement of sleep quality.

Meditation

Explore meditation to refresh your mind, release stress, and feel present every day.

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70% Increase  

In serotonin and 56% reduction in cortisol, with an overall decrease in stress, depression, and anxiety.

Yoga

Learn poses (asanas) to ease tension, strengthen your mind, and bring balance to body and breath.

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50% Increase 

In endorphins, energy, physical and mental health

PARTICIPANT EXPERIENCES

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Course Content

ART OF LIVING HAPPINESS PROGRAM

In this course, you will learn:

Sudarshan Kriya™: Discover Art of Living’s world-famous, patented breathing exercise technique that has helped over 800+ million people achieve better mental health. 

Yoga Beyond the Body: Practice specific yoga poses to boost your physical health, mental clarity, emotional stability and spiritual oneness. 

Mechanics of Mind: Learn how to manifest your intentions better by learning how to still your mind and marshal your thoughts. 

Guided Meditations: Dive deeply into powerful yet effortless guided meditations for stress that will help you find your sea of zen.

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Duration

Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday morning

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Mode

Online or in-person

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Fee

 

We are backed by over 100 scientific studies and covered in top media publications: 

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Upcoming courses

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find a breathwork class near me?

Our yoga and breathing exercise classes are conducted all over the world, both online and offline. You can use this website’s ‘Search Program’ functionality to find meditation and breath workshops near you. 

How long is the course?

The course lasts 9 hours over 3 days.

What are the requirements to enroll for the class?

There are no prerequisites. All above 18 years of age are welcome!

Does Sudarshan Kriya™ reduce blood pressure?

Yes! There is plenty of research to support this. In one study, the practice of Sudarshan Kriya™ led to a significant decrease in diastolic blood pressure in 26 mildly hypertensive individuals. 

Can Sudarshan Kriya™ cure anxiety?

Sudarshan Kriya™ has been shown to be effective in relieving anxiety and depression. That said, it is not a replacement for medical interventions deemed necessary by your doctor. Speak to an Art of Living instructor for more information.

44 years

of service

180 countries

in over 10,000 cities

40,000+

instructors

800m+

people reached

FOUNDER, THE ART OF LIVING

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Gurudev is a spiritual leader and ambassador of peace on a mission to create a society free of stress and violence. He is globally regarded for his contributions to human happiness and world peace.      

He intuited the Sudarshan Kriya™, a breathing technique practiced by millions of people around the world. Its effects on sleep, immunity and overall well-being have been lauded by scientists and proven by empirical research around the world. 

Explore the secrets of the breath and harness the power of the mind