Phoenix Immersive
November 2026
Three days in person in Phoenix, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Phoenix is home base for Liquid Breathwork.
Location, hours and weatherSold Out
Phoenix, AZ
November 6-8
$1,997
Breath of Gold Review: Cost, Format and Who It Fits
This Breath of Gold review covers their facilitator certification's cost, format and fit. The real question: learn mostly online at your own pace, or live with your teachers?
Breath of Gold® is a trademark of its owner. Liquid Breathwork is not affiliated with or endorsed by Breath of Gold or Adrienne Rivera, and we don't teach or certify their method.
Next training
Online: next cohort March 9, 2027
In person: Scottsdale, Feb 5-7
Which Training Fits What You Want
Liquid Breathwork vs Breath of Gold
Breath of Gold is a registered trademark of its owner. Updated October 25, 2026.
Quick answer: Breath of Gold is a mostly self-paced 6-month online certification, priced on an application call. Liquid Breathwork teaches live, for one published tuition.
| Compared | Liquid Breathwork | Breath of Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Who runs it | Ryan McBurney and Shelby Von Oepen, RN, teach every cohort together | Founder Adrienne Rivera, plus guest teachers |
| Format | Live training, in person or on online group calls, built around hands-on practice and real experience so you leave confident guiding. | Online, mostly self-pacedWeekly live Zoom calls are optional. |
| Trauma-informed | Yes. Woven throughout the training and built into our whole approach to Breathwork. | Yes, stated on their siteThey say: “We certify trauma-informed breathwork facilitators.” |
| Sessions | A taught session structure, script, AND guiding phrasesThen we encourage fluidity and following your intuition. | Not stated on their site |
| In person in the US | Yes. Phoenix area, plus seven more US cities in 2027. | Optional retreat add-on in Reno, NevadaLast listed: October 2 to 5, 2026. |
| Duration | 3 days in person, or 12 weeks online | 6 months recommendedMore than 100 hours listed. Lifetime access. |
| Price | $1,497Online. Early bird through January 1, 2027, then $1,797.$1,997In person, 2027 early bird, then $2,497. | About $6,000Not on their site. Breath Skills reports Breath of Gold quoted them $6,000 in October 2026. No refunds, per their FAQ. |
| Focus | Conscious connected Breathwork / Rebirthing and surrender, with our signature Liquid Breathwork sessionPlus a wide technique range and business training. | Circular connected breath, trauma-informed facilitation and neuroscience |
Breath of Gold figures from breathofgold.com, checked October 25, 2026, trauma-informed claim checked October 26, 2026. Prices change, so confirm on their site.
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Get My Free RecordingWhat We Liked, and What to Weigh
The curriculum is wide, from contraindications and touch to ethics and pricing. Their advertised $7 Breathwork Facilitation Experience (November 1 to 3, live online) is a cheap way to meet Adrienne before you commit.
What to weigh: the price isn't on their site (Breath Skills reports about $6,000). Most core teaching is pre-recorded, and in-person practice is a separate retreat.
Our Breathwork certification works the other way round. You learn live with Ryan and Shelby, at a price you see up front. Try a free recording of one of our live Breathwork classes.
These lessons cover the ground of their trauma-informed modules, taught live.
- Trauma-Informed Facilitation
- The Nervous System & Polyvagal Theory
- Physical Touch: Consent & Techniques
- Tetany & Why It's Safe
- Session Rates & Pricing
What we don't teach: Breath of Gold's method, their full pranayama catalogue or their kids Breathwork module. If you need those, train with them.
Breathwork Training
Dates and Tuition
Three days in person or twelve weeks online. The same surrender-based method and mentorship from Ryan and Shelby either way.
Scottsdale Immersive
February 2027
Three days in person in Scottsdale, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. The next Phoenix-area weekend after November.
Location, hours and weatherScottsdale, AZ
February 5-7
$2,497
13 spots left
Online Cohort
12 Weeks, Live
Twelve weeks of live small group calls from home, with the same surrender-based method and mentorship.
Schedule and details12-Week Online
Starts March 9
$1,797 $1,497
Early bird through January 1
Atlanta Immersive
March 2027
Three days in person in Atlanta, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Our only Southeast training in 2027.
Location, hours and weatherAtlanta, GA
March 19-21
$2,497 $1,997
3 early-bird spots left
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SLC Immersive
April 2027
Three days in person in Salt Lake City, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Our only Mountain West training in 2027.
Location, hours and weatherSalt Lake City, UT
April 30 - May 2
$2,497 $1,997
5 early-bird spots left
D.C. Immersive
May 2027
Three days in person in Washington, D.C., with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Our only Mid-Atlantic training in 2027.
Location, hours and weatherWashington, D.C.
May 21-23
$2,497 $1,997
5 early-bird spots left
Tahoe Immersive
July 2027
Three days in person in South Lake Tahoe, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Our only California training in 2027.
Location, hours and weatherSouth Lake Tahoe, CA
July 23-25
$2,497 $1,997
3 early-bird spots left
Seattle Immersive
August 2027
Three days in person in Seattle, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Our only Pacific Northwest training in 2027.
Location, hours and weatherSeattle, WA
August 27-29
$2,497 $1,997
5 early-bird spots left
Milwaukee Immersive
September 2027
Three days in person in Milwaukee, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. Our only Midwest training in 2027.
Location, hours and weatherMilwaukee, WI
September 17-19
$2,497 $1,997
5 early-bird spots left
Phoenix Area Immersive
November 2027
Three days in person in Phoenix, with Ryan and Shelby in the room. The next Phoenix-area weekend after February.
Location, hours and weatherScottsdale, AZ
November 2027
$2,497 $1,997
5 early-bird spots left
Every Training Includes
- Complete course materials and manual
- Ongoing mentorship from Ryan and Shelby
- Private graduate community
- Monthly graduate call on the first Wednesday of every month
Phoenix Immersive
- Where
- 2053 W. Natal Cir, Mesa, AZ 85202View venue on map
- When
- November 6-8, 2026, three days9am to about 5pm each day
- Weather
- Typical November in PhoenixHighs near 76°F, lows near 51°FDress comfy, in layers for the cool mornings and evenings.
- Food
- A light breakfast and lunch are provided each day. Dinner is on your own.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The 12-week online cohort is a separate training you can add.
Scottsdale Immersive
- Where
- Scottsdale, ArizonaWe email the exact address before the training.
- When
- February 5-7, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical February in ScottsdaleHighs near 70°F, lows near 46°FDress comfy, in layers for the cool mornings and evenings.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
Online Cohort
- Where
- Online, live on Zoom. Join from anywhere.
- When
- Starts March 9, 2027. Twelve weekly calls through May 25, 2027. Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30pm Pacific (8 to 9:30pm Eastern), live on Zoom
- Tuition
Live weekly group calls, the complete course materials and business curriculum, and the same private graduate community as our in-person students.
Atlanta Immersive
- Where
- Full Circle Studio655 Highland Avenue Northeast, Suite 103, Atlanta, GA 30312View venue on map
- When
- March 19-21, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical March in AtlantaHighs near 65°F, lows near 45°FDress comfy, in layers for the cool mornings and evenings.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
SLC Immersive
- Where
- Salt Lake Power Yoga250 East Broadway, Salt Lake City, UT 84111View venue on map
- When
- April 30 - May 2, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical April in Salt Lake CityHighs near 60°F, lows near 36°FDress comfy and warm, in layers, with a jacket for cold mornings.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
D.C. Immersive
- Where
- Up Dog Yoga Community1550 7th Street Northwest, Suite C, Washington, DC 20001View venue on map
- When
- May 21-23, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical May in Washington, D.C.Highs near 75°F, lows near 56°FDress comfy. A light layer is plenty.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
Tahoe Immersive
- Where
- Yoga Om Tahoe Studio2520 Lake Tahoe Boulevard #11, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150View venue on map
- When
- July 23-25, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical July in South Lake TahoeHighs near 82°F, lows near 55°FDress comfy. A light layer is plenty.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
Seattle Immersive
- Where
- Seattle, Washington StateWe email the exact address before the training.
- When
- August 27-29, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical August in SeattleHighs near 77°F, lows near 59°FDress comfy. A light layer is plenty.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
Your deposit transfers to another training date. Refunds are available up to 30 days before the training starts.
Milwaukee Immersive
- Where
- Milwaukee, WisconsinWe email the exact address before the training.
- When
- September 17-19, 2027, three days9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical September in MilwaukeeHighs near 73°F, lows near 59°FDress comfy. A light layer is plenty.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
Your deposit transfers to another training date. Refunds are available up to 30 days before the training starts.
Phoenix Area Immersive
- Where
- Scottsdale, ArizonaWe email the exact address before the training.
- When
- November 2027Exact dates are being set now.9am to about 6pm each day
- Weather
- Typical November in PhoenixHighs near 76°F, lows near 51°FDress comfy, in layers for the cool mornings and evenings.
- Food
- Snacks provided. We break for lunch; meals are not included.
- Tuition
Live, hands-on facilitation practice with Ryan and Shelby in the room, plus the same private graduate community as our other students. The full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost.
Your deposit transfers to another training date. Refunds are available up to 30 days before the training starts.
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Breath of Gold Review FAQ
Is Breath of Gold legit?
Founder Adrienne Rivera runs Breath of Gold from Reno, Nevada. She lists an E-RYT 200, a NASM CPT and a Virginia Tech Psychology degree. Their site publishes the curriculum and graduation steps: a 50-question exam, a group session and a 1:1 session.
How much does Breath of Gold cost?
The certification price is not on their site. Breath Skills reports Breath of Gold quoted them $6,000 in October 2026. Their FAQ says the price is set on your application call, varies with promotions, and has payment plans. Their 3-day intro event was listed at $7 in October 2026.
Is Breath of Gold accredited?
Their site lists continuing education approval from Yoga Alliance (100 hours), NASM (1.9 CEUs) and AFAA (15 CEUs), plus FHT and IPHM. Confirm with each body if credit matters to you.
What is the difference between Breath of Gold and Liquid Breathwork?
Breath of Gold is mostly self-paced online, with optional live calls and a separate Reno retreat. Liquid Breathwork teaches live, in person or on online group calls. Both center on connected breathing.
Still comparing? Read our roundup of the best Breathwork certifications, or the Holotropic Breathwork alternative comparison.