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Mini Residency Part 1

Become a Buteyko-Style BreathCoach Educator

Whether you're just starting out or building on prior training, this program empowers you to become a vital contributor to our mission: expanding access to high-quality breathing education and care.

Choose your learning path:

  • Option 1: Q&A Version — Weekly live Zoom check-ins with Dr Dan Hanson for guided support

  • Option 2: Self-Guided Version — Learn at your own pace with optional add-ons Click here to enrol

Download The Brochure (for Q and A version)

Welcome to Mini Residency Part 1

 

 Option 1: A group course runs once a year 

Option 2: Get into it now with a self-guided version

 

This advanced training is for health practitioners seeking certification as BreathCoach Buteyko educators.

Admission is by application only so we can ensure the course will be a good fit for you.

Two Learning Options:

  1. Q&A Version

    • Weekly 1-hour Zoom sessions with Dr Dan Hanson (once annually)
    • Includes full Mini Residency (Knowledge + Experience)
    • Contact Dr Dan to apply or find out the next dates - this course runs once every year 
    • Next Course: Apply for details by scrolling to the bottom of the page and filling in the form

  2. Self-Guided Version

    • Pre-recorded content with optional 1-on-1 check-ins (additional cost)
    • The Breathing Experience is available as an add-on with you acting as the breathing client
    • click here to enrol in the self-guided version - although not essential we recommend a call with Dr Dan Hanson first to ensure the learning objectives suit your needs. Apply for details by scrolling to the bottom of the page and filling in the form

 

Mini Residency Breakdown

Part 1: The Breathing Knowledge

  • 7 weekly pre-recorded sessions (~135 mins each, total 16 hrs)
  • 7 live Q&A Zoom sessions (1 hr each, Option 1 only)
  • 10 hrs of supplemental materials

Part 2: The Breathing Experience

  • 4-day experiential workshops (2 hrs/day, Option 1 or add-on)
  • 1 pre- and 2 post-course private consultations
  • Plus 90 mins of additional content 

Total Professional Development Hours:

  • Option 1: 44 hours
  • Option 2: Up to 44 hours with added 1-on-1 sessions* (extra costs for this)

 

 

Group Option: Limited to 15 Participants

To ensure personalized attention, the group version is capped at just 15 students. This allows every participant’s questions to be addressed during the weekly live Zoom check-ins. You'll also benefit from the insights and experiences shared by your peers.

Prefer to go solo? The self-guided version lets you learn at your own pace.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15-Week Group Course with Live Q&A

This immersive 15-week program includes weekly live check-ins and personalized support:

  • Weeks 1–7: The Breathing Knowledge — seven consecutive weeks of in-depth learning

  • Week 8: Private 1-on-1 consultation with Dr Dan

  • Week 9: The Breathing Experience — four consecutive days of hands-on training

  • Weeks 10 & 15: Additional private 1-on-1 consultations to support integration and progress

 

 

 

 

 

 

BreathCoach Certification

While there is no formal university or government-recognized certification for Buteyko breathing educators, completion of Mini Residency Part 1 qualifies you as a Level One Certified BreathCoach.

  • Group (Q&A) Version: Certification is awarded upon successful completion of the full program.

  • Self-Guided Version: Certification is available after completing optional 1-on-1 sessions to assess your understanding.

This marks the beginning of your journey as a Buteyko breathing educator. Ongoing learning and practice are encouraged as you deepen your expertise.

“A perfect man breathes as if he is not breathing”

Lao Tzu

Why become a breathing educator?

 

Help Us Transform Breathing Health

Access to care for breathing dysfunction is limited — and we’re here to change that. At BreathCoach, we’re calling on passionate health practitioners to step up and become breathing educators.

Breathing dysfunction contributes to a wide range of common health issues, including snoring, sleep apnoea, asthma, and anxiety. The Buteyko technique offers powerful relief from both physical and emotional symptoms linked to habitual hyperventilation and other dysfunctional breathing patterns.

By completing the Mini Residency in Breathing Physiology and Breathing Training – Part 1, you’ll become a Level One Certified BreathCoach\*, equipped to support clients with simple cases such as mouth breathing, snoring, and mild sleep apnoea (without co-morbidities). This is your launchpad into the world of Buteyko breathing education.

\*Certification requires completion of the Q&A version with weekly sessions led by Dr Dan Hanson, or additional 1-on-1 assessments (extra fees apply) for self-guided learners.

 

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'The Breathing Knowledge' - 7 Consecutive weeks

Module 1

Normal Breathing vs Dysfunctional Breathing

Module 2

Causes of Dysfunctional Breathing

Module 3

Effects of Dysfunctional Breathing

Module 4

Neuroplasticity & Breathing Training

Module 5

Recap of learning

Module 6

Hof vs Buteyko - Complimentary Paradoxes

Module 7

Final recap and preparation for 'The Breathing Experience'

'The Breathing Experience' - 4 Consecutive Days

Day 1

Breathing fundamentals, sleep and the breath, breathing tips and an introduction to breathing training exercises practical

Day 2

Day 1 recap. Nutrition, eating and breathing. Panic attacks, anxiety and breathing exercises

Day 3

Day 2 recap. Sport and breathing exercises. Environmental triggers and breathing

Day 4

Managing illness with breathing exercises. Summary of each day. Preparation for the review sessions

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