Breathwork Certification Near Providence

Breathwork certification near Providence: 3 days in person in Washington, D.C., a short nonstop from T. F. Green. Starting May 21st, 2027.

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.

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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

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What You Walk Away With

You leave ready to guide two sessions on your own: our signature Liquid Breathwork session and a Rebirthing session, from the opening and the breath to consent-based touch and the close. You also learn trauma-informed safety.

Ryan and Shelby actively guide multiple sessions every month. We share the exact strategies we use to build community and keep clients coming back, so you can book your first paid clients.

Both formats end with the same certification, taught by Ryan and Shelby in a small cohort. In person is three days in the room, and from 2027 it includes the online cohort at no extra cost. Online on its own is 12 weeks of live group calls plus 60+ video lessons, for less. The graduate community and mentorship stay with you after.

If you can travel, come in person. Breathing in a room with your cohort is the one part a screen can't give you.

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Breathwork Training From Providence

We don't teach in Providence, Rhode Island, or anywhere else in the state. The closest Breathwork certification for Rhode Island is our Washington, D.C. training (May 21-23): three days, Friday to Sunday, with Ryan and Shelby.

The trip starts in Warwick. T. F. Green has nonstops to Reagan National, Dulles and BWI, so it's a short flight.

Want a different date? Atlanta runs March 19-21 and Milwaukee runs September 17-19. Your deposit transfers to another training date. Refunds are available up to 30 days before the training starts.

In person in Washington, D.C.

Fly down to D.C. for a Friday to Sunday training, 9am to 6pm each day. You guide real breathers while Ryan and Shelby coach you in the room.

Next: May 21-23 · $1,997

In-person details

Online from home

The flight can wait. The online group gets the same curriculum through 12 weeks of live calls with Ryan and Shelby and lessons you watch on your own time.

Next cohort March 9, 2027 · $1,497

Online details
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Massage therapists: Liquid Breathwork is an NCBTMB Approved Provider (#1003401). Our separate massage therapist course earns 24 CE hours. See the CE course

Train, Plane or the Drive Down

Way downTimeBest for
Nonstop from T. F. GreenA short flight to Reagan National, Dulles or BWIMost people
Acela from Providence stationAbout six and a half hours to Union StationAnyone who would rather not fly
Northeast RegionalLonger than the Acela, with more stopsSouth County ridersYou can also board at Kingston or Westerly.

T. F. Green sits in Warwick, and an elevated walkway connects the terminal to its own MBTA stop. Reagan National sits on the D.C. Metro, so you can skip the rental car.

Looking at the Phoenix cards above? T. F. Green has no Phoenix nonstop, so those trips connect.

Driving is a few hours down I-95. However you travel, come down the night before. Day one starts at 9am.

May in D.C.

Expect highs in the mid 70s, lows near 60 and a few rainy days, warmer than a Providence May. Pack lighter clothes and a rain layer.

Coming from across New England

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Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket and East Providence

Live on the East Side, down in Fox Point or over on Federal Hill? T. F. Green is a short ride south, and the MBTA Providence/Stoughton Line stops right at the terminal. Cranston and East Providence both border the city, so the airport is a short trip from either.

Pawtucket and Central Falls have their own stop on the MBTA Providence/Stoughton Line, one station north, so the commuter train pulls into the same station as Amtrak. Warwick is home to T. F. Green, which has a stop on the same line. Want a class before the trip? Find Breathwork around Warwick.

East Bay, Newport and Southeastern Massachusetts

The East Bay Bike Path starts at India Point Park and follows Narragansett Bay through East Providence, Barrington and Warren to Bristol. If that's your Saturday ride, you already know the way back toward downtown.

From Tiverton or Newport, or from Fall River and New Bedford across the Massachusetts line, head to T. F. Green for D.C. in May. Want a class closer to home first? Start with the best Breathwork around Tiverton.

South County: Kingston and Westerly

South County is already halfway to T. F. Green. Rather ride? Northeast Regional trains stop at Kingston and Westerly on the way south. The Acela doesn't stop at Kingston. It runs past the platforms at full speed.

For May, flying makes more sense: T. F. Green has nonstops to Reagan National, Dulles and BWI. See the Washington, D.C. page. Choosing between D.C. and Atlanta? The East Coast page puts the eastern dates side by side.

What Our Graduates Say

Matthew Seibert, Liquid Breathwork certification graduate

Matthew Seibert - Healing practitioner, LBW graduate

“One of the things that really stood out for me during the training was a lot of the hands-on practice that we got, all the reps. It helped me feel more prepared and more confident in my ability to facilitate Breathwork on my own.”

He chose Liquid Breathwork after comparing several certification programs, and now brings Breathwork into the healing work he already does.

Sisily Chevalier, Liquid Breathwork facilitator

Sisily Chevalier - Owner of Body by Sisily, LBW facilitator

“So grateful for both of you, Ryan and Shelby. You’re changing my life right as we speak ... the ladies both booked for next week for paid sessions.”

After getting certified she had paid one-on-ones and a group session booked in Santa Clarita.

Krystal, Liquid Breathwork facilitator

Krystal - Realtor, nurse, LBW facilitator

“I was really looking for something that was more gentle, more supportive ... and Liquid Breathwork delivered just that.”

She arrived a beginner, after one Breathwork class elsewhere that felt like a lot. She left certain that everything we need is already within us.

Students speaking about the Liquid Breathwork certification training

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Shelby holding space at a Liquid Breathwork sound session

Shelby - Registered nurse, LBW facilitator

Sells out a women’s only class every month.

Fourteen years a registered nurse, and Ryan’s star student. She has kept those classes full for over two years.

Nigel, therapist and Liquid Breathwork facilitator

Nigel - Therapist and LBW facilitator

“I felt like that one session of Breathwork was more impactful than multiple sessions of EMDR that I received in therapy.”

He now guides Liquid Breathwork along with practicing as a clinical psychologist.

Kat McGill guiding a Breathwork session at a music festival

Kat McGill - Chef and LBW facilitator, owner of Breath and Blossom

Leads Breathwork at music festivals.

Gem & Jam and Peak State in Austin, 20+ people on the grass.

Joseph Norris, Liquid Breathwork facilitator in Flagstaff

Joseph Norris - LBW facilitator and dad, owner of TranceSENDent Breathwork, Flagstaff, Arizona

“The training gave me the confidence to speak with knowledge about breathwork ... the experiencer is put more at ease and able to go deeper knowing that what is happening is normal and ok.”

He has run a class or two every month since April under his own brand.

Brittany Prince guiding a Breathwork class

Brittany Prince - LBW facilitator, owner of Awakened Prana

“The group calls are supportive and range from business growth to breaking down student’s teachings for feedback.”

Weekly classes, held so consistently that three of her breathers came and got certified in Liquid Breathwork too.

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What the Training Covers

Days run 9am to 6pm, and Ryan and Shelby co-teach every one. You learn the Liquid Breathwork method by guiding real people, with coaching as you go. Liquid Breathwork is a surrender-based inward journey: still powerful, but not as intense as some styles like Holotropic Breathwork, so you can actually go deeper through surrender. Read the full curriculum.

The pacing is trauma-informed. The breather sets the speed, nothing gets pushed, and you learn the safety screening that happens before a session starts.

Then the business side: what to charge and how to fill your first groups back home. See who already leads Breathwork in Providence. Until May, practice where you already breathe easy: India Point Park, Roger Williams Park, or the downtown rivers on a WaterFire night.

Mentorship from Ryan and Shelby keeps going once you're home.

Teach yoga? See yoga continuing education near Providence.

Breathwork Certification Curriculum

Self & Breath Mastery

23 lessons

Self Mastery 5 lessons

  • How the Members Area Works (platform tour)
  • Welcome to Liquid Breathwork
  • Consciousness, Authenticity & the L.I.Q.U.I.D. Method
  • Lenses, Maps of Consciousness, Letting Go & Parts Work
  • Intention Setting & Integration Prompts

Breath Mastery 18 lessons

  • What Is Breathwork? The Breath Spectrum
  • History of Breathwork: The Source and the Streams
  • Understanding Liquid Breathwork
  • The Transformational Breath Formula
  • Nose vs Mouth: When to Use Each
See all 18 lessons

The Art of Facilitation

20 lessons

  • Goal Setting & Vision
  • Your Role: Objective & Subjective Safety
  • Trauma-Informed Facilitation
  • The Keys to the Art of Facilitation
  • Physical Touch: Consent & Techniques
  • Vocal Cueing
  • Opening a Session & the Breathwork Script
  • Structuring a Session: The Energetic Arc
  • Session Planner Walkthrough
See all 20 lessons

Includes two full narrated live sessions, close-up touch demos and a practice assignment.

Breathwork Marketing

17 lessons

Marketing Channels 10 lessons

  • Keys to Success & Creating More Impact
  • Marketing Principles: The General Notes
  • Organic, Referrals & Grassroots
  • Social Media
  • Email Marketing
See all 10 lessons

Business Setup & Resources 7 lessons

  • Session Rates & Pricing
  • Requirements for Certification & the Practicum
  • Insurance, Waivers & Contraindications
  • Music & Playlists: Building the Energy Arc
  • Events, Booking & Payments
See all 7 lessons

Beyond our method. You'll study how Holotropic Breathwork®, the Wim Hof Method®, transformational Breathwork and Rebirthing work, so you know where each one comes from and how ours differs. You'll also learn both ends of the breath: when to breathe more than the body needs (hyperventilation), when to breathe less (hypoventilation), and how to guide people safely through either.

Holotropic Breathwork and the Wim Hof Method are registered trademarks of their owners. Liquid Breathwork is not affiliated with them, and your certification is in the Liquid Breathwork method.

The In-Person Immersive

Three days in the room, Friday through Sunday. Ryan McBurney and Shelby Von Oepen, RN BSN, co-lead every training. You receive sessions yourself, then guide your classmates while Ryan and Shelby give you feedback in the moment.

Cohorts are small, so everyone gets real reps guiding full Breathwork sessions. You graduate with the Liquid Breathwork Facilitator Certification.

2027 tuition is $1,997 early bird while early-bird seats last, then $2,497, with monthly payment plans, and the full 12-week online cohort is included at no extra cost. We email the exact address before the training.

The 12-Week Live Online Cohort

The same curriculum, run from home. Our 2027 in-person immersives include it at no extra cost, or take it on its own for less. Each week pairs one live group call with Ryan and Shelby and a video module you watch on your own schedule.

The calls are where the work happens: teaching, live breakout practice, feedback on your facilitation, and business coaching. In small breakout rooms you guide a classmate and are guided in return.

The next cohort starts March 9, 2027. Tuition is $1,497 early bird through January 1, 2027, then $1,797, with monthly payment plans.

Meet Your Guides

Ryan McBurney, founder of Liquid Breathwork and lead breathwork facilitator training instructor in Arizona

Ryan McBurney

Founder & Lead Facilitator

8 years guiding Breathwork, 7 breath programs behind him including 4 full certifications, and a 21-day Breath Mastery Retreat in the Baja desert with Dan Brulé. He has guided hundreds of one-on-one sessions and led groups for thousands of people. Ryan created the surrender-based method this training is built on.

Shelby Von Oepen, co-founder of Liquid Breathwork and breathwork teacher training instructor specializing in somatic support

Shelby Von Oepen

Co-Founder & Lead Facilitator

A registered nurse of fourteen years, and the graduate Ryan still calls his “Star Student”. She has been selling out women’s only classes almost every month for more than two years. Shelby brings an intuitive & nurturing energy into sessions and the training, which is the part of facilitation nobody learns from a video.

Ryan McBurney guiding a live Liquid Breathwork class in Phoenix

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Voices from Our Community

★★★★★

"What a growing experience I have had the pleasure of having with Ryan. I'm so happy I took the chance to reach out when coming across him on the social platform. He has been so warm and authentic from the first moment we got introduced. I have learnt so much through his journey and grateful for him sharing it and the technique of this amazing breathwork with me. Do not hesitate, just do and let Ryan guide you."

Che Fegan

★★★★★

"Ryan and Shelby are incredible! They create a very safe and supportive environment to practice Liquid Breathwork. I always get exactly what I need. I highly recommend taking a class!"

Stacey Hanson

★★★★★

"I was so intimidated before starting and to now feel that it’s all possible feels so exciting. Super grateful for this experience!! Thank you Ryan! You’re such a gentle soul, wealth of knowledge, and make learning Breathwork fun and simplified!"

Jesi Carroll

★★★★★

"The Liquid Breathwork Masters Course has been amazing! The videos are packed full of helpful content on the breath, as well as the more technical side of hosting Breathwork classes like audio equipment, Zoom tips, and crafting incredible playlists. The group calls are supportive and range from business growth to breaking down student’s teachings for feedback."

Brittany Prince

★★★★★

"The space you both created during the course felt incredibly warm, welcoming, and safe, which made it easy to stay present and engaged throughout. The simplicity of the Breathwork really stayed with me, and I've already started noticing how restorative it is. Grateful for the experience and for both of you!"

Asiah Bennett

★★★★★

"LBW is always a worthwhile experience. Ryan and Shelby tend to always find a way to cultivate an environment that allows clients the space to identify and realize what they need. For me, it’s a perfect stage-setter in lead up to a stressful week."

Adam Laakso

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Providence Breathwork Certification FAQ

Where is the closest Breathwork certification to Providence?

Washington, D.C., May 21-23, a short nonstop from T. F. Green. Full details are on the Washington, D.C. page.

Should I take the train or fly from Providence to D.C.?

Fly. The Acela to Washington takes about six and a half hours, so most people fly: T. F. Green has nonstops to Reagan National, Dulles and BWI. Day one starts at 9am, so come down the night before.

How much does the Breathwork certification cost?

The May 21-23 Washington, D.C. training is $1,997, not including lodging or meals. Online is $1,497 early bird through January 1, 2027, then $1,797. Deposits and monthly payment plans are available. Questions: inhale@liquidbreathwork.com or 480-660-9890.

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