Your breath. Your inner strength.

SKY Breath Meditation.

How you breathe shapes how you think and feel. Change your breath. Find calm in your mind. Bring more ease into your everyday life.

See course dates In Munich · next course 14–15 November

Your breath in everyday life

A practice that stays with you.

Whether it’s a packed schedule, racing thoughts or moments when your energy runs low: your breath is always with you. On the course you learn a method you can build into your daily routine on your own.

Strengthens self-awareness and inner presence
Guided step by step
For a regular practice at home
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The power of your breath

One of the most researched breathing techniques of our time

More than 100 independent scientific studies have examined SKY Breath Meditation, including in relation to stress, sleep, inner balance and concentration.

Scientifically studied

What the research shows

+37%

more inner calm

−53%

fewer anxiety symptoms

−57%

less cortisol

3×

more time in deep sleep in the groups studied

−31%

less insomnia

−36%

lower cholesterol levels

Selected results from different studies and research reviews, not guaranteed individual effects. Source: SKY research overview.

Course dates

Dates in Munich

A weekend that turns the experience into a daily practice. Choose the date that suits you.

November
14–15
2026 · Sat & Sun · Munich
Christoph Glaser

Christoph Glaser

Executive Coach & Bestselling Author

with Kaushik Bhaskaran and Beatriz Gaspar

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November
28–29
2026 · Sat & Sun · Munich
Tatiana Jakob

Tatiana Jakob

Yoga Teacher Trainer

with Venkatesh Rao and Nyamjargal Mungun

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January
15–17
2027 · Fri–Sun · Munich
Luisa Braun

Luisa Braun

Head of Marketing & Intuition Trainer

with Manish Jan and Sriranjani Nagarajan

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Scientific researchat a glance

Research area · 01 / 08

Depressive symptoms

Studies on clinical and non-clinical depressive symptoms.

Studies: Janakiramaiah et al. (2000) · Kjellgren et al. (2007)
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The original charts show results of individual studies, not guaranteed effects. You’ll find more publications and study details in the research overview.

Experience it, don’t just read about it

What to expect on the course

Three elements for more inner calm, energy and clarity in everyday life.

Pranayama

Breathing exercises for fresh energy and less stress.

SKY Breath Meditation

A powerful, rhythmic breathing technique that brings body and mind into harmony.

5 keys to a happy life

Practical insights for living more consciously, mindfully and with more ease.

For your everyday lifeBreathe.
Arrive.
Recharge.

A practice you can continue on your own after the course.

SKY Breath Meditation

More than a good feeling

What SKY can bring to your life

  • Less stress
  • Better sleep
  • More energy
  • Emotional balance
  • Clear focus
Woman meditating calmly in daylight

Voices on breath meditation

What others say about SKY

Two perspectives on the power of conscious breathing.

James Nestor

Science journalist and bestselling author of “Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art”

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In the media

What the media report

What specialist media and publications report about Sudarshan Kriya.

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“Shows promising results in relieving depression.”
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“Improved immune cell levels in just three weeks.”
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“The simple breathing technique that can reduce anxiety by 44%.”
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“The fastest, most efficient tool for mental health.”

Shortened media excerpts based on Art of Living materials; wording may differ from the original articles. Individual statements reflect editorial assessments.

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of Art of Living and creator of SKY Breath Meditation

Founder of Art of Living

Gurudev
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Spiritual teacher. Peacemaker. Humanitarian leader.

Since 1981, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has taught breath-based meditation techniques for holistic wellbeing, touching the lives of more than 1 billion people worldwide.

He developed the breathing technique Sudarshan Kriya and trained a worldwide network of more than 40,000 teachers. Numerous scientific studies today examine the positive effects of the method on stress, wellbeing and mental health.

As a peacemaker, he has also worked for decades for dialogue and understanding in international conflicts.

Your journey continues

The festival was the spark.
Your journey continues here.

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Worldwide impact

Part of a worldwide movement

Since 1981, Art of Living has brought people together through breath, meditation and social engagement.

1 bn+lives touched
185countries
10,000+centres worldwide
40,000+teachers

We’re here for you

Any questions?

Do you have questions about SKY Breath Meditation or the courses in Munich? Just write to us. Our SKY team will get back to you personally.

We’re happy to help.

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Meet your course team

Christoph Glaser

Executive Coach & Bestselling Author

Christoph Glaser is an executive coach, leadership trainer and international speaker. He supports individuals and teams in developing inner strength, clarity and conscious leadership. With practical breathing and mindfulness methods, he connects personal change with working life. As a bestselling author, he shares his experience of breathing, resilience and healthy living.

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Tatiana Jakob

Yoga Teacher Trainer

Tatiana Jakob is originally from Colombia and has lived in Germany since 1985. She has been connected with Art of Living since 2001 and has taught Sri Sri Yoga since 2008. She is an experienced yoga teacher trainer, senior faculty of the Sri Sri School of Yoga Europe, and has served on the board of Art of Living Germany since 2016. Her work brings together yoga, inner growth and service to the community.

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Luisa Braun

Head of Marketing & Intuition Trainer

For more than ten years, Luisa Braun has been teaching breathing and meditation techniques and has guided several thousand people across Europe. She combines her experience as a trainer with her work in digital marketing and management. As an intuition trainer, she also helps children and young people strengthen mindfulness, self-confidence and their perception. Her courses are clear, practical and easy to apply in everyday life.

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