An 8-week online training program for freedivers, performance athletes, and high-stress professionals who want a science-based breathwork system they can practice at home.
- 8 weeks of guided video lessons and 30+ exercises
- Created by 40x world champion freediver Alexey Molchanov
- Combines freediving methodology with evidence-based research
No equipment needed. No prior experience required.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Freedivers
Build CO₂ tolerance, extend your breath hold, and improve mobility and recovery. Train the exact respiratory mechanics that drive elite freediving performance.
Performance athletes
Improve oxygen efficiency, sharpen focus under pressure, and recover faster between efforts. Breath control is an edge most athletes leave untrained.
High-stress professionals
Breath is one of the only direct levers you have over your nervous system. Learn to use it deliberately: recover faster, improve sleep quality, and reduce baseline stress.
WHAT CHANGES IN 8 WEEKS
Your performance
Hold your breath longer and improve oxygen efficiency by increasing lung capacity and building stronger breathing mechanics.
Your daily life
Stay calmer, sharpen your focus, and increase your stress tolerance as you develop real knowledge of your respiratory system and learn to apply breathing techniques in practice.
Your recovery
Recover faster after a performance or after any physical or mental effort. A trained breath shortens the gap between exertion and feeling ready again, whether that’s between dives, between sets, or at the end of a demanding day.
You’ll Gain
Improved breathing mechanics, awareness, and control
A 5–10% increase in lung volume over time with consistent practice
Better stress management through improved CO₂ tolerance
A deeper understanding of your respiratory system and its anatomy
Enhanced mobility, recovery, and physical performance
Choose Your Program
LIGHT
Exercise Essentials for Everyday Wellbeing
Best for: those who want exercise flows and focus on the practice of optimal breathing without theory.-
8 practice videos
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30+ exercises
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8 theory videos -
8 group sessions with Instructors -
Homework + feedback -
Community platform -
Private group chat
$180
LIGHT+
The Science & Skill of Optimal Breathing
Best for: independent learners who want full program access to theory and practice without scheduled sessions.-
8 practice videos
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30+ exercises
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8 theory videos
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8 group sessions with Instructors -
Homework + feedback -
Community platform -
Private group chat
$200
INTENSIVE
Coaching with an Instructor
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8 practice videos
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30+ exercises
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8 theory videos
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8 group sessions with an Instructor
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Homework + feedback
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Community platform
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Private group chat
$300
ELITE
Coaching with Alexey Molchanov
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8 practice videos
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30+ exercises
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8 theory videos
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8 group sessions with Alexey Molchanov
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Homework + feedback
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Community platform
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Private group chat
$1750
What’s Included in Each Program
LIGHT
Self-paced access to Alexey’s guided exercise demonstrations. Work through the 8-week program independently, returning to any session as often as you need.
LIGHT+
Everything in Light, PLUS 8 theory lessons covering the respiratory science behind each technique. Build understanding alongside practice.
INTENSIVE
Everything in Light+, PLUS:
- 8 live group coaching sessions with a certified instructor
- Personalized feedback on your submitted exercise videos
- Access to a community platform and private group chat
Spots are limited—join the Intensive Challenge waitlist today for VIP early access.
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WHY LEARN FROM ALEXEY
Alexey Molchanov is the most decorated freediver in history, with more than 40 world records and world championship titles across multiple disciplines. He has spent more than 20 years pushing the boundaries of human breath control — not as an abstract pursuit, but as a practical system developed through decades of elite training and competition.
Foundational Breathwork is not a collection of general wellness techniques. It's built from the specific methods Alexey uses in his own training, refined with competitive athletes at the highest level, and adapted into a structured, progressive program that works for anyone willing to practice consistently.
The program is grounded in evidence-based medical research and developed in collaboration with a scientific advisory committee. Every technique has a physiological rationale. What works for a world champion works for a complete beginner.
FAQs
No. The program is built for anyone who wants to improve their breathing, regardless of sport or background. Freedivers will recognize the methodology; everyone else will find it accessible from day one.
None. All exercises are designed for home practice with no gear required.
Yes. The program progresses from foundational mechanics to more advanced techniques across 8 weeks. If you have a respiratory condition, consult your doctor before starting.
Guided video lessons with exercise demonstrations led by Alexey.
Both include live group sessions, personalized feedback, and community access. The difference is who’s in the room: Intensive is led by a certified Molchanovs instructor; Elite puts you directly with the world champion himself.