Breathwork Certification for Los Angeles
Want breathwork certification in Los Angeles without the crowded LA wellness circuit? Liquid Breathwork offers a destination Lake Tahoe facilitator training retreat, a short flight to Reno-Tahoe or a scenic drive from Los Angeles. You leave the city, train lakeside for four days, and come home a certified facilitator.
August 20-24, 2026
Why Leave LA to Get Certified
We will be straight with you. We do not run a training inside Los Angeles. LA has no shortage of programs, and that is part of the point. Ours is different on purpose: a small, lakefront immersion away from the noise, where the work actually lands.
From LA it is a short flight into Reno-Tahoe, about an hour in the air, then a 45-minute drive to the lake. You step out of traffic and screens and into four days on the water with a small group. For a lot of LA practitioners, getting out of the city is the reason the training sticks.
- A short flight or a scenic drive. About an hour to Reno-Tahoe from LAX, or a beautiful long drive north through California.
- Small and surrender-based. Not a packed LA workshop. A close lakefront cohort with real practicum time.
- You leave the city to do the work. Then bring a grounded, trauma-informed method back to your LA clients.
What the Lake Tahoe Retreat Gives You
The Lake Tahoe retreat teaches the surrender-based method Liquid Breathwork is known for, across four days of in-person training during a five-night lakefront stay. You earn the Liquid Breathwork facilitator credential. There are two tiers:
| Option | Price | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Retreat + Lodging | $3,250 | Stay at the lakefront cabin, on the water |
| Retreat Only | $1,997 | Same training, you book your own room nearby |
We teach more than breath. You leave with the methodology, the safety training, and the business groundwork: pricing, marketing, and how to fill your first sessions back home in the Los Angeles market. Mentorship from Ryan and Shelby continues long after the retreat.
Already coaching, teaching yoga, or running a wellness practice in LA? Breathwork certification may be the most powerful tool for deepening what you offer. For full retreat details, dates, and itinerary, see the Lake Tahoe certification retreat page.
Trauma-Informed, Always
Every Liquid Breathwork session is trauma-informed. You set the pace, you stay in control, and nothing is forced. We guide you inward through gentle surrender, never outward through forced catharsis or screaming. Integration support is always offered, and our door is open if you need to talk.
Meet Your Guides
Ryan McBurney
Founder & Lead Facilitator
Ryan is the founder of Liquid Breathwork and the creator of the surrender-based methodology at the heart of this training. He has spent years guiding hundreds of people through transformative Breathwork experiences across Arizona and beyond. His facilitation style is grounded, intuitive, and deeply present. Ryan brings both the technical depth and the lived experience to teach you not just the how of Breathwork, but the why.
Shelby Von Oepen
Co-Founder & Lead Facilitator
Shelby brings warmth, emotional intelligence, and deep somatic skill to every training. She has an exceptional ability to read the subtle language of the nervous system, recognizing when someone needs support, space, or gentle encouragement. Her training in somatic support and ethical touch practices ensures that graduates leave with the sensitivity and skill to work with clients at the body level.
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 greatful for him sharing it and the technique of this amazing breathwork with me. Do not hesitate, just do and let Ryan guide you."
"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!"
"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!"
"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."
"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!"
"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."
Los Angeles Breathwork Certification FAQ
Can I get breathwork certified from Los Angeles?
Yes. Our destination Lake Tahoe retreat draws students from across Los Angeles. We do not hold the training in LA. You fly into Reno-Tahoe or drive up, train lakeside in South Lake Tahoe, and leave a credentialed facilitator ready to lead back home.
How do I get to the Lake Tahoe retreat from Los Angeles?
The fastest route is a short flight into Reno-Tahoe airport, about an hour in the air, then a 45-minute drive to the lake. If you prefer to drive, it is a long, beautiful road trip up through California.
How much does the Lake Tahoe breathwork certification cost?
Two tiers: $3,250 for Retreat + Lodging at the lakefront cabin, or $1,997 for Retreat Only when you book your own room nearby. Deposits and monthly payment plans are available.
Trade LA Traffic for the Lake
A destination breathwork certification for Los Angeles is a short flight away. See the full Lake Tahoe retreat, or book a call to talk it through first.