Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training With Patrick McKeown – Level 2 Only Oxygen Advantage

OA Advanced Instructor Training Galway September 2026

Name: OA Advanced Instructor Training Galway September 2026
Brand: Oxygen Advantage
SKU: sept2026galwayregistration
Price: 1250.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

1000+ Certified Instructors

Dates: Sept 17 to 19 2026

Internationally Recognized

€1.250,00

THIS COURSE INCLUDES:

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Certification:

Galway, Ireland

17 to 19 September 2026

Level 1 + 2

English

Lifetime + online support

Yes, OA® Level 1 + OA® Level 2

TOP TIP:

Our in-person training gives you access to all the resources from our online course plus a unique opportunity to train in person with Patrick. Secure your spot before it sells out!

€1.250,00

THIS COURSE INCLUDES:

Location:

Dates:

Skills:

Language:

Access:

Certification:

Galway, Ireland

17 to 19 September 2026

Level 1 + 2

English

Lifetime + online support

Yes, OA® Level 1 + OA® Level 2

TOP TIP:

Our in-person training gives you access to all the resources from our online course plus a unique opportunity to train in person with Patrick. Secure your spot before it sells out!

OVERVIEW

Course Overview..

3-Day Intensive OA Advanced Instructor Training

The Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training is the gold standard for breathwork professionals. Developed by Patrick McKeown, it builds on functional breathing fundamentals and takes you into the realms of biochemistry, biomechanics, psycho-physiology, and simulated altitude techniques.

Join internationally acclaimed breathing expert Patrick McKeown at our Oxygen Advantage® Training Centre in Galway, Ireland for a 3-day immersive certification training in functional and advanced breathing techniques. This is your chance to study with the founder of OA, deepen your practice and become part of a global movement reshaping the future of breathwork.

Patrick McKeown

Founder & Lead Instructor

✓ 20+ Years Experience

✓ Bestselling Author

✓ TEDx Speaker

✓ Trained by Dr. Buteyko

This hands-on immersive experience will accelerate your OA learning journey. Over three transformative days, you’ll receive hands-on guidance in advanced techniques—from breath-hold and CO₂ tolerance training to simulated altitude sessions, nervous system regulation, and real-world coaching strategies. You will also meet like-minded people from around the world.

CURRICULUM

Course Curriculum..

This training brings together the best of in-person immersion and ongoing online learning—combining advanced science, hands-on coaching, and real-world application to equip you with expert-level breathwork skills. The curriculum is built on the three foundational pillars of the Oxygen Advantage® method of Mind, Body and Sport.

As well as the 3 day training, you’ll also gain access to the full suite of online resources, including 21 in-depth modules, downloadable scripts, guided audios, and monthly Q&A refreshers—ensuring ongoing development long after the eve

Each module includes guided video presentations from Patrick McKeown, downloadable materials, and supporting videos on all breathing exercises To achieve your certification, you must score a minimum of 80% on the assessments for all required modules.

Biochemical Dimension (52.51)

Exam

You’ll learn all relevant techniques for our Level 1 certification; How to assess dysfunctional breathing and breathing efficiency; The role of CO₂ sensitivity and respiratory mechanics; Techniques to improve everyday breathing for wellbeing and recovery; Foundational skills required before progressing to advanced protocols

You’ll learn:How to deliver advanced hypo- and hypercapnic training; Ways to apply breathwork for performance, resilience, and recovery; Protocols for managing stress, anxiety, and high-pressure environments; How to design progressive, personalised breathing programs safely

Breathing Exercises during Rest - Part 1 (59.10)

Breathing Exercises during Rest - Part 2 (27.00)

Exam

Focus areas include: Breathing protocols for presentations, pressure moments, and sustained cognitive performance; Stress regulation and decision-making tools for busy professionals; Performance breathing for endurance, strength, sprint work, and HIITTechniques for recovery, emotional regulation, and resilience; Practical templates for tailoring programs to athletes, teams, and high-performing clients

Breathing Exercises during Movement (45.19)

Exam

BENEFITS

The Essential Tools for Performing in Sport and Life

We believe breathing is the most powerful tool you own. The Oxygen Advantage Advanced Training programme gives you the science, structure and confidences to improve health and performance outcomes across our 3 pillars of Body, Mind and Sport. You will learn the skills to assess, correct, and advance breathing for health, sport, and resilience and develop confidence in applying these techniques in real-world settings.

Body

Learn to retrain dysfunctional breathing patterns and restore healthy respiratory mechanics. You’ll explore how to assess and optimize the way clients breathe day to day, and how breathing influences posture, oxygenation, sleep, and physical recovery.

Mind

Master breath-led techniques to regulate the nervous system, improve heart rate variability, and support mental well-being. You’ll gain the tools to coach others in reducing anxiety, accessing flow states, and building emotional resilience.

Sport

Train in performance-focused breathing techniques, including breath holding and reduced breathing frequency. Understand how to guide athletes in improving oxygen efficiency and CO2 tolerance, delaying fatigue, and accelerating recovery through scientifically grounded methods.

What sets this training apart

This training equips you with both with the theory and also practical tools you can use—and teach—across a range of personal and professional settings.

Immersive 3-day experience in the scenic West of Ireland

Opportunity to interact and train directly with Patrick McKeown

Learn in a supportive group setting with like minded people from around the world

Self-paced follow-on learning through our eLearning portal

Client assessment tools based on experience level

Step by step instructional videos

Listing on OA website when certified

Lifetime access to your course

Marketing Assets, and Mentorship Opportunities

Drive Mental and Physical Performance..

This training equips you to confidently guide clients in applying breathing techniques that unlock measurable improvements in body, mind, and sport. You’ll be able to articulate and deliver breathwork in ways that are accessible, high-impact, and grounded in science.

Boost Energy and Focus

Improve oxygen efficiency and endurance for long-term vitality.

Enhance Sleep

Address snoring, sleep apnea, and restlessness with restorative breathing techniques.

Reduce Stress

Calm the nervous system and build mental clarity with proven methods.

Promote Healthier Breathing

Unlock the benefits of nasal breathing for better oxygenation and reduced stress.

By the end of this training, you will be able to:..

Assess breathing patterns with precision across 3 dimensions (biochemical, biomechanical, psychophysiologica) to identify dysfunction and build targeted, outcome-driven training plans.

Integrate breathing techniques into daily life, athletic training, and high-pressure environments to improve sleep, reduce stress, enhance focus, and elevate physical performance.

Deliver confident 1:1 and group instruction, adapting techniques for athletes, corporate teams, and individuals seeking better health and mental clarity.

Work with clients across the spectrum of mental and physical performance

Accelerate your certification journey for the gold-standard Oxygen Advantage® certification, giving you the full methodology needed to support health, resilience, and elite performance across any setting.

Teach practical, science-backed tools to enhance well-being for yourself or your clients, giving you everything needed to confidently teach functional and performance focused breathing.

Cultivate your network of like-minded people as you complete your certification path

REVIEWS

What our certified instructors are saying..

This training course was one of the best I have attended. I wasn’t sure what to expect or how much experience I needed beforehand, but from the moment I arrived, Patrick and his team made everyone feel so welcome. The atmosphere was incredibly supportive, allowing everyone to contribute and engage fully in the learning process.
The course was set in a beautiful location, and the structure was thoughtfully designed. Patrick consistently revisited key learning points, which really helped to solidify my understanding. The practical elements and activities made the training even more valuable, allowing me to apply what I had learned in a meaningful way.
A particular highlight for me was Day 3, where we explored different approaches to working with clients and maximizing the learning portal. This session was incredibly useful and gave me a deeper understanding of how to tailor breathwork for different needs.
I sincerely appreciate the effort, thought, and care that went into creating such a valuable learning experience. Thank you so much to Patrick and the team! I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to develop their skills in this area.

Karin Manning

Health Coach

I really enjoyed the Oxygen Advantage Advanced Instructor Training. The course was well-organized, packed with valuable information, and explained in a way that made even the more complex topics easy to grasp.
The OA team was incredibly supportive, always available to answer questions and provide guidance. The discussions within the group really helped to deepen my understanding, offering different perspectives on the topics covered.
I finished the training with a much clearer understanding of breathing techniques and how to apply them effectively. It was also great to connect with other instructors, share experiences, and learn from each other.
If you’re looking to deepen your knowledge of breathwork and its impact on performance, health, and wellbeing, I’d highly recommend this training. A big thank you to the OA team for a fantastic experience

George Maylam

Retreat and Sports Performance

The Oxygen Advantage training was absolutely top-class in every way—delivery, engagement, environment, materials, and application. The amount of resources and material provided was incredible, making it an invaluable learning experience.
The in-person format and group dynamic really added to the experience, creating an engaging and interactive learning environment. From sign-up to logistics, materials, and overall execution, everything was seamless, and the location and staff were fantastic.
I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to deepen their knowledge and learn how to effectively teach these methods. A huge thank you to Patrick and the team for such an outstanding experience

Brendan Magill

Sports Coach

FAQs

Find answers to common questions about the course

This course is perfect for learners who wish to complete Oxygen Advantage Advanced Training and prefer to learn in an in a supportive group setting rather than online.

Your course fee includes:

Physical and virtual copies of the instructor training manual
A virtual copy of our instructors manual
A copy The Breathing Cure by Patrick McKeown. This is a comprehensive book with 500+ pages, so leave space in your luggage for a bit of extra weigh.
Pre-recorded video lessons explaining the theory and application of the OA method
Marketing designs, images, and logos, to use on your own website and marketing
Editable PowerPoint presentations to use in your own training sessions and workshops

You will receive a conformation email when you purchase the course. Access to the portal is provided circa 7 days before the training. Please contact us at hello@oxygenadvantage.com if you would like earlier access.

The Oxygen Advantage® Breathing Center is the first of its kind in Europe. Designed and built in 2022 specifically to cater for OA training, it is kitted out with all the space and equipment you need to take a deep dive into the science and practice of breathing.

We have all the breathing accessories to hand, so you can experience SportsMask, the Buteyko Belt, Pulse Oximeters and more. And if that’s not enough, we have stunning views over Connemara and Galway Bay. So you know every single breath you take will be vibrant with fresh sea air!

This is an immersive experience. A deep dive with Patrick, in a modern venue, specially designed to welcome you to the Oxygen Advantage Instructor community

The learning objective and outcomes are the same as the online Level 1 and 2 Online Certifications. The additional immersive nature of our 3 day in-person training provides more opportunities for hands on learnings to accelerate your journey. You will have access to the same elearning portal for all follow on learning,

Once you complete your certification, you will be qualified as a Level 1 and 2 Instructor

We request full payment upon registration due to the popularity of this training. This payment secures your place on the training. Klarna Pay by Instalment is available at checkout for people purchasing from Europe. In addition PayPal pay in 3 is available in US, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain and Australia by selecting PayPal at checkout and Pay Later option. If you are unable to attend and need to cancel at a later date your payment is fully refundable up to 8 weeks from the training start date. Beyond that time, you may transfer the payment amount towards another training (online or in person), or any other digital or physical products from our store.

Lunch and light refreshments (tea and coffee) are provided on the training days. Your lunch break will be an important opportunity to meet and talk with other students and to learn from their varied expertise. We encourage you to join us for lunch. This community-building is a vital part of being an OA instructor!

The Functional Breathing Instructor Training is designed for:

Fitness Trainers and Coaches aiming to improve client performance and recovery through better breathing.
Yoga and Pilates Instructors looking to integrate science-backed breathing techniques.
Healthcare Practitioners and Therapists interested in enhancing mental and physical health through breathwork.
Sports Coaches focused on optimizing athletes’ endurance, resilience, and focus.
Corporate Wellness Professionals dedicated to stress management and employee well-being.
Individuals wanting to deepen their personal breathing practice for health, vitality, and stress reduction.

Whether you’re a health professional or on a personal journey, this course provides you with the tools to bring effective breathing techniques to diverse settings.

The Functional Breathing Instructor Training is designed for:

Fitness Trainers and Coaches aiming to improve client performance and recovery through better breathing.
Yoga and Pilates Instructors looking to integrate science-backed breathing techniques.
Healthcare Practitioners and Therapists interested in enhancing mental and physical health through breathwork.
Sports Coaches focused on optimizing athletes’ endurance, resilience, and focus.
Corporate Wellness Professionals dedicated to stress management and employee well-being.
Individuals wanting to deepen their personal breathing practice for health, vitality, and stress reduction.

Whether you’re a health professional or on a personal journey, this course provides you with the tools to bring effective breathing techniques to diverse settings.

Yes. When you register, we will send you information to help plan your trip to the west of Ireland. We also have team members on hand to help you plan your journey. We will send you more information about how to get in touch once you have registered.

You receive a certificate of attendance signed by Patrick McKeown at the end of the 3 day training. You are required to complete all required modules, assessments and case studies to receive your certification.

The Functional Breathing Instructor Training is designed for:

Fitness Trainers and Coaches aiming to improve client performance and recovery through better breathing.
Yoga and Pilates Instructors looking to integrate science-backed breathing techniques.
Healthcare Practitioners and Therapists interested in enhancing mental and physical health through breathwork.
Sports Coaches focused on optimizing athletes’ endurance, resilience, and focus.
Corporate Wellness Professionals dedicated to stress management and employee well-being.
Individuals wanting to deepen their personal breathing practice for health, vitality, and stress reduction.

Whether you’re a health professional or on a personal journey, this course provides you with the tools to bring effective breathing techniques to diverse settings.

Yes. When you register, we will send you information to help plan your trip to the west of Ireland. We also have team members on hand to help you plan your journey. We will send you more information about how to get in touch once you have registered.

There are no travel restrictions to Ireland currently. If you are travelling from outside the EU, you will find the relevant visa information in our information pack (Travel Tips Document) which you will receive upon registration, or you may send us an email to enquire to

After your three-day in-person training, you will have time to work through the course materials before you take your assessment. You will then be required to complete three case studies. You will have lifetime access to our online training portal. This includes an invite to all future Zoom classes, for free

Yes, we always cap numbers to keep the learning experience intimate for attendees. Trainings always sell out so book today to avoid disappointment.

BREATHWORK CERTIFICATIONS

Oxygen Advantage® Certifications..

From foundational functional breathing to advanced instructor training, find the certification program that matches your goals and expertise level.

Master the fundamentals of functional breathing across all 3 dimensions

Provides the knowledge and skills to safely teach the foundational techniques of Oxygen Advantage®. This course is ideal if you're new to breathwork or looking to integrate practical, accessible breath training into your practice. Focus on the 'Body' pillar.

Course Details:

8 Breathing Exercises covering functional breathing basics
Self-paced learning environment
3 dimensions of breathing
Focus on Body pillar

Who This Is For:

Wellness and fitness instructors, health coaches, therapists, sports professionals, and anyone interested in foundational breathwork.

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Bridge ancient wisdom with modern science and enhance your teaching through the power of breath.

Designed for yoga teachers who want to master both the ancient art of pranayama and the cutting-edge science of functional breathing. This course equips instructors with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to transform student outcomes on and off the mat.

Course Details:

8 exercises
Self-paced learning environment
Recognised by yoga alliance
Quarterly live workshops

Who This Is For:

Suitable for seasoned yoga teachers and practitioners looking to delve deeper into breathwork on and off the mat and those just beginning your breathwork journey.

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Transform Health, Performance, and Resilience with Advanced Breathing Science

The Oxygen Advantage® Advanced Instructor Training is the flagship certification program for mastering functional breathing and advanced breathwork for performance. Covering all three OA pillars — Body, Mind, and Sport

Course Details:

16 breathing exercises
Functional Breathing Exercises
Advanced breathing exercises
Mental and physical performance combined

Who This Is For:

Suitable for a broad range of fitness and mental/physical performance coaches, this training provides everything you need to confidently integrate functional and advanced breathing practices into all settings.

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