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Breathwork is taking the wellness space by storm and for great reason. Offering immense amounts of physical, mental, and emotional benefits, Breathwork provides people with a holistic approach to live happier, healthier lives utilizing something our body does naturally 24/7 —breathing!
While breathing techniques have been used for centuries as a cornerstone in the daily lives of millions of people, we are still seeing the early emergence of breathwork into mainstream society. Making now the absolute best time to begin your career as a breathwork coach.
Imagine if you were able to get certified and open a studio right before the huge take off of yoga in the western world. While it is too late to reap the benefits there, breathwork is still a blip on the radar for many people— but the explosion is coming! So let’s get you prepared to hop on to the trend before it takes off. But, how do you become a breathwork coach and how much does a breathwork facilitator make? Read on to discover everything you need to know to get you ahead of the game and established in the breathwork field ready to take your life and career to the next level.
How Much Can You Make as a Breathwork Instructor?
While it would be wonderful to simply do what you love, be creative, help people and feel fulfilled, life is more complicated than that. Unfortunately, income and finances are a huge deciding factor for many individuals. The great thing is, breathwork can easily become a full-time career and your business can financially support you, your family, and your dreams.
Since breathwork coaches work in such a varied and unique way, the average salary reported can be a bit skewed. It’s important to keep in mind that these numbers are reflective of breathwork coaching opportunities within yoga studios or other establishments. Coaches who have their own businesses have a much higher reported income.
Let’s learn about Samuel Coulon, a full-time SOMA Breath Transformational Coach. We asked him how much he was making, here's what he said:
“SOMA put me in my path, connected to my heart, so I always do what I want to do.
One year and a half ago, I was doing 5 coaching sessions for €300‎
Now I’m doing 6 Sessions for €3000‎
- I take 4 coaching clients per month, not more.
- 1 on 1 coaching.
- One session per week, with 6 sessions.
- Sometimes they need 2 weeks within sessions to clean and digest what happened.
- Between sessions, I’m always in contact to be available for my clients.
- I have time for myself, to take care for myself.
- When helping people, self care is not selfish."
Another way to see the potential earnings of a breathwork instructor is to take a peek into these screenshots from the SOMA Breath VIP group below. A new Coach was offered a massive opportunity to host a 1 Day workshop at a large retail company in Germany and he asked the community how much he could charge. Check out the answers from some of the more experienced Coaches:
Looking for more real-life examples of how becoming a breathwork coach has helped thousands of individuals level up their lives and their income? Check out these SOMA Breath Instructor’s testimonials to see just how far following their dream of becoming a breathwork coach has taken them.
Is Breathwork Instructor right for you?
While it’s true that breathwork is the next HUGE thing in the wellness world, is becoming an instructor the right move for you? Here are a few questions to ask yourself if you are considering becoming a breathwork coach:
- Has breathwork had such a positive impact on your health and life that you can’t wait to share the power of breathwork with others?
- Are you a yoga, meditation, or fitness instructor looking to add more opportunities for your clients?
- Are you looking for a rewarding part-time gig or side hustle to bring in more income while also helping others become the best versions of themselves?
- Are you considering a career change and looking for something that can be done in-person, online, or from just about anywhere?
- Do you want to increase your monthly revenue and have more disposable income for yourself or your family?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, it may be worth exploring a breathwork facilitator training program. Becoming a breathwork coach is more than just a job or a side gig, being a coach allows you to help others live their happiest and healthiest lives. It teaches them how to be in charge of their emotions, calm their mind in stressful situations, and gives them the gift of being in control of their body.
The great thing about being a breathwork coach is the flexibility that comes with the job. Whether you are looking for something to replace your full-time career or simply something for the evenings or weekends to bring in some extra cash, the possibilities are endless. Breathwork coaching THRIVED during the pandemic as everyone was forced to stay inside. Since breathwork can be taught in person, online, in group sessions, or 1-on-1, the world is your oyster and the choice is yours on how to set up and run your business.
Do You Need a Qualification to do Breathwork?
Breathwork is so unique because it is something that nearly every person can partake in. We literally breathe all day and night just to survive. Who would have thought something so basic could be so life-changing?
When you are first learning breathwork, it is important to work with someone who has completed a training course. This allows you to continue to move forward in a safe and secure manner while still ensuring that you are continuing to challenge yourself and meet the goals you have set. Everyone comes to breathwork for a different reason, and there are so many paths to take. Everyone’s journey through breathwork is unique, and that’s what makes it so important to have knowledgeable and compassionate breathwork coaches.
In order to teach breathwork, you need to be certified. There are many different certifications that exist in the world, especially now that everyone is on the internet. Choosing a breathwork certificate program that is best suited for you is a personal thing. However, there are a few things you should consider as you begin your search.
- Reputation: You want to ensure that the name you will have on your certificate is well-known and respected. This will make it easier for clients to find you and trust you. Not all certificate programs are created the same.
- Length: While being able to take 4 hours of a lecture and get a certificate may sound nice in the beginning, it doesn’t serve you in the long run. Find a program that has lots of knowledge for you to gain. Many courses also offer additional classes on business set up and maintenance as well as options for becoming a trauma-informed coach.
- Location: Some certification courses require in-person workshops or classes. Other courses are entirely online with video chat options.
- Mentors: As you move through your certification course, it’s beneficial to have someone on your side. Some certification courses offer you the option to talk to mentors along your journey. These people have already completed the course you’re taking and have a wealth of knowledge to guide you along the way.
How to Increase Revenue as a Breathwork Coach
Looking for other ways to up your income without spending more time taking on 1-on-1 clients?
Here are a few options to increase your income without sacrificing your time:
- Write and publish an E-Book about breathwork techniques or create journals that your clients can use on their breathwork journeys.
- Teach breathwork retreats and workshops or become a guest instructor at other wellness retreats.
- Create a paid platform offering your clients access to a breathwork community created by you.
- Group sessions allow you to bring in more clients during a short amount of time.
- Corporate offices are often looking for ways to help improve employee morale and lower stress levels. Collaborate with local businesses to teach weekly or monthly breathwork sessions for them.
- Set up a booth at your local Farmer’s Market or other community event. Educate your community on the importance of breathwork and give out your business cards.
How Do I Become a Certified Breathing Instructor?
While every path to becoming a breathwork facilitator is unique, there is only one way to become a breathing instructor: taking a certification course.
Here are a few things to keep in mind as you begin your journey toward becoming a breathwork coach:
- Continue deepening your own breathwork journey.
- Research and weigh the pros and cons of each breathwork practitioner course to find the one that truly fits you.
- Take your time as you move through your course. Slow down and enjoy the journey, soaking in as much knowledge and wisdom as you can to help you better serve your clients one day.
- Finish your course and be ready to start your own journey as a breathwork facilitator! Be sure to take continuing education courses to offer your clients the latest and best experience they can get. Your journey never ends!
Summary
Breathwork coaching is the next big thing in the wellness community, and this is not some get healthy quick gimmick. Breathwork is a centuries old practice that improves mental, physical, and emotional health for its practitioners. Now is the time to get certified and begin helping others on their journeys to living healthier and happier lives.
Not only will you have a fulfilling career that is incredibly flexible and full of limitless possibilities, you will have an opportunity to generate multiple streams of revenue. Whether you are offering only 1-on-1 and group sessions or creating and attending wellness workshops and retreats, the sky's the limit for increased income allowing you to create a healthier work life balance. Live your dream life as a certified breathwork coach.
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