Pranayama Programme

Private 3-Month Pranayama Programme

Sukoon Breath Circle

Learn to breathe slowly, deeply and steadily. Twelve private, one-to-one 60-minute pranayama lessons with me on Zoom, one every week for three months, scheduled at times that suit you. Build a calm, lifelong breath practice one gentle step at a time, from the comfort of home.

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Why Pranayama

More than breathing exercises

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Pranayama is the yogic art of working with prana, your life force, through the breath. It is a quiet, inward practice that brings ease to the body, clarity to the mind and peace to the heart. In a busy world, a few minutes of mindful breath each day can change how you feel from morning to night.

Ease in the body

Find a comfortable, supported seat and a relaxed, upright posture you can return to every day.

Clarity in the mind

Train your attention on the breath and give a busy mind a gentle place to rest.

Peace in the heart

Slow, smooth breathing invites the quiet and ease that sukoon, peace, is all about.

Your Journey

A step-by-step path, week by week

Each month we move through the full variety of pranayama, one theme a week. In month 1 you learn the practices, in month 2 you refine them, and in month 3 you deepen them and make them your own. Because every lesson is private, we always move at your pace.

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Week 1Foundations & Breath Awareness

Your seat, posture and the meaning of prana. Diaphragmatic breathing, the full yogic breath, equal-ratio breathing (sama vritti) and step-by-step viloma breathing.

Week 2Balancing Breath

Nadi shodhana, alternate nostril breathing, with correct hand position and ratios, plus a simple look at the koshas, nadis and five pranas (vayus).

Week 3Calming & Cooling Breath

Bhramari (humming bee), ujjayi, and cooling breaths like sheetali and sheetkari for warm days and a heated mind.

Week 4Energizing Breath & Your Own Practice

Gentle, beginner-friendly bhastrika and kapalabhati, then putting it all together into a simple daily routine for your dosha and season.

Each practice is adapted to you, your experience, health and dosha. You can start any week and begin wherever you are.

The Programme

Sukoon Breath Circle

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3 months · 12 lessons

Private Pranayama Programme

$390 / 3 months

One private 60-minute lesson every week

  • 12 private one-to-one 60-minute lessons on Zoom, one a week
  • Lesson times scheduled around your calendar
  • A weekly theme with a simple practice guide
  • A practice plan personalized to your dosha and season
  • Gentle self-check questions to deepen your understanding
  • Special pricing on 1:1 Ayurvedic consultations
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One payment of $390 for the full 3-month programme. All lessons are private and 60 minutes long.

Your Teacher

Practice with Nipurna

I'm Nipurna Shah, a pranayama teacher and Certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor in Suwanee, GA. Breath has been at the heart of my own healing journey, and I teach the way I was taught: slowly, safely and with deep respect for the tradition. In our private lessons, I'll guide you personally and adapt every practice to you. My wish is that you leave every lesson a little calmer than you arrived.

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Questions

Frequently asked

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Do I need any experience?

No. Every lesson is private, so we start exactly where you are, whether you're a complete beginner or a yoga student who wants to go deeper.

How are lessons scheduled?

All lessons are private and one-to-one on Zoom. After you join, I'll contact you to agree on a weekly lesson day and time that fits your schedule, one lesson every week for 12 weeks. You'll receive your Zoom link by email.

What do I need?

A quiet space, a cushion, folded blanket or chair to sit on, and a device with Zoom. Practice on an empty stomach or 2–3 hours after a meal.

Can I book a single lesson?

Lessons are offered as a complete 3-month programme only, with no single drop-in lessons. Pranayama works best with steady, regular practice, and twelve weeks of private guidance gives you the support to build it.

What if I need to reschedule?

Life happens. Just let me know at least 24 hours ahead and we'll find another time that suits you.

What happens after 3 months?

You'll finish with a simple daily breath routine of your own. If you'd like to keep deepening your practice with me, you're welcome to join another programme.

Is pranayama safe for everyone?

Most gentle breath practices are suitable for everyone, and I offer modifications. Some practices, especially energizing breaths and breath retention, are not suitable during pregnancy or with high blood pressure, heart conditions, epilepsy, vertigo or recent surgery. Please tell me about any health concerns when you join, and check with your doctor if you're unsure.

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Pranayama supports general wellbeing and is not a substitute for medical care.