Breathwork Certification Near Sacramento
Searching for breathwork certification in Sacramento? Liquid Breathwork is the closest in-person breathwork certification to Sacramento, about two hours east at our Lake Tahoe facilitator training retreat. You make the easy weekend drive up US-50, train lakeside, and come home a certified facilitator.
August 20-24, 2026
An Easy Drive Up US-50
We will be straight with you. We do not hold a training in Sacramento. Our in-person breathwork facilitator training is the Lake Tahoe retreat, held in South Lake Tahoe, which makes it the closest in-person training to the capital region. The drive is about two hours east, straight up US-50 into the Sierra.
Sacramento already heads to Tahoe for the weekend. This is that same drive, with a facilitator training waiting at the other end. You trade a regular lake weekend for one that sends you home certified.
- About 2 hours from Sacramento. A straight shot east up US-50 to South Lake Tahoe, California.
- An easy weekend trip. The drive Sacramento locals already know, now with a purpose.
- A real immersion, not a screen. Four days of hands-on training across a five-night lakefront retreat.
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 Sacramento. Mentorship from Ryan and Shelby continues long after the retreat.
For full retreat details, dates, and itinerary, see the Lake Tahoe certification retreat page, or look at the closest option for San Francisco and the wider Reno area.
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."
Sacramento Breathwork Certification FAQ
Where is the closest breathwork certification to Sacramento?
Liquid Breathwork is the closest in-person breathwork certification to Sacramento. Our Lake Tahoe retreat is held in South Lake Tahoe, about two hours east up US-50. We do not hold the training in Sacramento itself, so you make the easy weekend drive up to the lake for the retreat.
How far is the Lake Tahoe retreat from Sacramento?
About two hours east, straight up US-50 into the Sierra. It is the same drive Sacramento locals already make for a weekend at the lake. The retreat runs August 20 to 24, 2026.
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.
Start Your Training From Sacramento
The closest in-person breathwork certification to Sacramento is a two-hour drive up US-50. See the full Lake Tahoe retreat, or book a call to talk it through first.