Prana - Your Life Force

What is it?

Breathwork is the art of conscious breathing. Through guided exercises, you’ll learn techniques to calm the mind, deepen your connection to the body, and elevate your sense of well-being. From gentle, relaxing breaths to invigorating, energizing practices, each breathwork session offers unique benefits.

Pranayama vs. Breathwork: Understanding the Difference

While pranayama and breathwork both focus on the power of breath, they come from different traditions and offer unique approaches to enhancing well-being:

Pranayama

Rooted in ancient yogic traditions, pranayama refers to the controlled breathing techniques designed to harmonize the mind, body, and spirit. Each technique has specific goals, such as energizing the body, calming the mind, or balancing emotions. It is often practiced as part of yoga and meditation to cultivate mindfulness and inner peace.

Breathwork

Breathwork is a more contemporary term encompassing various techniques used for emotional release, healing, and personal growth. While it may include pranayama, it often incorporates freer, dynamic breathing patterns aimed at accessing deeper layers of consciousness, processing emotions, and reducing stress.

Summing up - not all breathwork is pranayama, but all pranayama is breathwork. At MeditationBar Collective, we embrace both approaches, offering traditional pranayama practices for mindfulness and yoga enthusiasts, as well as modern breathwork sessions for those seeking personal transformation and holistic healing. Whether you're exploring ancient wisdom or modern techniques, you'll find a breath-centered practice to suit your needs.

Prana - Your Life Force

In the yogic tradition, prana is considered the subtle energy that flows through all living beings, sustaining life and health. By practicing pranayama, one learns to control and regulate the breath to improve physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Online & offline

At MeditationBar Collective, breathwork is at the heart of all our services. Whether you join a yoga class, meditation session, or cacao ceremony, you'll experience the transformative power of mindful breathing.

For those seeking deeper guidance, we offer live online Pranayama sessions to teach you how to breathe properly and effectively. Once trained, you'll be equipped to continue your practice anytime, anywhere, using our prerecorded breathwork sessions.

Pranayama is a Sanskrit term that refers to the practice of breath control in yoga.

It’s derived from two root words: prana, which means “life force” or “vital energy,” and ayama, meaning “extension” or “control.” So, pranayama can be understood as the "extension of life force" or "control of the breath."

Why Breathwork?

Breathwork, or Pranayama, is more than just breathing – it’s a powerful tool for transforming your mental, emotional, and physical health. Regular breathwork practice can help you:

• Reduce stress and anxiety

• Enhance mental clarity and focus

• Boost energy levels

• Improve sleep quality

• Cultivate a deeper connection with yourself

What to Expect

Online and Offline

Breathwork / Pranayama Session

In our breathwork sessions, you’ll be guided through a series of breathing exercises tailored to your needs. Our sessions are accessible for all levels and designed to support personal growth, relaxation, and healing.

Each session includes:

1. Introduction and Intent Setting

2. Guided Breathwork Practice

3. Closing Relaxation and Reflection

Each session begins with gentle guidance to help you feel comfortable and relaxed. Our certified instructors will lead you through breath exercises, empowering you to connect with your breath and unlock its healing potential. No prior experience needed.

Ready to Breathe with Purpose?

Whether you're new to breathwork or seeking deeper practice, we invite you to experience the benefits firsthand. Book a session with us today!