Disc bulge terminology, made simple

By Raphael BenderMarch 20, 2019biomechanics, Pilates teaching, Rehabilitation & Pain science

What is the difference between a disc bulge, disc herniation, disc protrusion, disc extrusion and a disc sequestration?

What about terms like focal, posterolateral, and circumferential?

Learn it all in this quick, simple video.

Read the Research:

Nomenclature and Classification of Lumbar Disc Pathology (Farden & Milette, 2001)

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E S Boller

10:53 06 May 21

I cannot believe this! I have just completed my course! Breathe Education found its way into my Facebook feed and now, today, I have successfully completed the course. I have learnt so much, I am a qualified Pilates Instructor because of you 👈 !! I will honour this achievement, I am proud of myself and I thank you, all of you, for your confidence in me. Special shout out to Sharrman, my fearless Trainer, Heath for his endless time, Venus for her beautiful smile and all of the support team (esp Lizzie) 🥰. Lizzie B !!!

ElizaMadeline

06:47 06 May 21

Before enrolling in the Diploma course I thought I had a deep understanding of how the body worked and was super interested in learning how to apply pilates in a clinical setting. Now I am just one third of they way through the course and I'm amazed at how much of what I thought I 'Knew already" is now outdated research!Before enrolling I was concerned with studying full time whilst working full time, though I shouldn't have worried as Breathe have made this super achievable with the course being mostly work at your own pace. If i fall a week or so behind with my E-learning or miss a masterclass here or there due to outside commitments, everything is recorded so I can just catch up when I have the time and I am loving the flexibility that brings.I'm really looking forward to the next two modules as we are deep diving into the nitty gritty of the human anatomy and building on our skills practically applying this knowledge in a clinical setting.

Kristina White

05:18 06 May 21

Pre Module Kristina - loved teaching pilates but felt she needed more knowledge and understanding of the body and how movement could assist in recovery, general maintenance and strength building. I actually had no idea what to expect and have been blown away by the journey I have embarked on with Breathe.The course has been challenging for me (I am not super confident) and the course material has been more detailed and thorough than I imagined. Module 1 has challenged my previous beliefs and conceptions and taught me so much about the human mind and body (from Pain/Brain, biopsychosocial factors impact on injury, recovery, pain tolerance and threshold). Post Module 1 Kristina now appreciates there is a much larger landscape to consider when dealing with clients and how important it is to provide client based care. Also the importance of getting the client moving and building a trust relationship with the client so you can help them achieve their goals. Heath you are an amazing teacher and mentor. You have the perfect amount of challenge and guidance when we are doing masterclasses or tutorials. Your knowledge blows me away and you manage to simplify the complex so I can comprehend it (albeit it may take a bit to sink in) . It is very evident how passionate you are about your teaching and your students learning journey and I thank you very much for that. My understanding of movement teaching has changed dramatically. I now understand that pain comes from the brain, that our bodies are resilient and that once cleared of red flags and outside tissue healing time we need to gradually load and work towards strength programmes for clients. I now challenge my clients more and feel more confident with the sessions i am teaching.

Christine Sadlier

01:03 06 May 21

Such an empowering course! Definitely recommend. I'd only ever been on a reformer once in my life, but now I feel I can do the reformer moves plus learnt a few more mat moves. Trainer was empathic and easy to learn from, reassured me and others as and when we needed it. I am so grateful to have been brave enough to sign up to the course plus finish it. Thank you Breathe. Fabulously run course with excellent resources!

Zoe Sonnenberg

05:24 05 May 21

Before beginning the diploma I wasn't certain how much I'd get out of it. Being a PT and having taught group classes for years, I knew there was so much more to learn but I wasn't sure what exactly that was and where to find it.I knew I could trust the educators at Breathe to deliver a good course and I'm so glad I did.It's completely transformed the way I think about the body, pain and movement, the way I teach and the way I communicate with clients.I can confidently tackle 'tricky' clients I would usually shy away from. I now know I have the tools to help clients get the best possible results in terms of their health and fitness.Heath is a bloody amazing tutor. His classes are engaging and thought-provoking. He encourages us to question the status quo and let go of rigid, out-dated ideas that are often ingrained in the Pilates world.I'm learning to teach in a way that finally feels authentic to me. Learning to apply critical thinking to everything from my personal held beliefs to things in the media, has made me appreciate my role as a teacher so much more.I look forward to expanding my knowledge with the Breathe team over the course of the diploma.

Teneesha Close

02:17 05 May 21

one word: COMMUNITY.Breathe Education has been extremely warm, kind and supportive in this journey and have welcomed me to an amazing community of like minded people- so grateful!

Beccy Day

02:17 05 May 21

I would highly recommend them! They are a company full of fantastic teachers who are full of knowledge, support and energy. Breathe Educations flexibility allowed me to take on a new career and passion which I would have otherwise found impossible to achieve. So thank you!

Jenny Kemplen

02:17 05 May 21

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Adam McAtee

02:16 05 May 21

Breathe Education is hands down the best Pilates education available. In their Cert IV course, I love how I continued to learned current evidence-based practices from a such a supportive team. I cannot recommend Breathe Education enough.

Sarah James

12:55 04 May 21

The support, content and culture that Breathe offer is truly amazing! I have loved the course and the team are incredible. They are extremely supportive through the community they have created and the tools they have given us to make us industry ready. I couldn’t recommend Breathe more highly.

Batia Slater

04:41 04 May 21

Mind Blown! I have a masters of physiotherapy and Certifications III and IV in fitness, and I was absolutely blown away by how much I learned and grew over the past 20 weeks doing the Certificate IV in Pilates Instruction through Breathe Education. Learning online was a perfect option for me as I was never available to attend live lectures, so I watched them all later in the week when I was available. The team at Breathe provide each student with a comprehensive and clear outline of everything they need to do and when they need to do it and how they can go about doing it. Every week, for 20 weeks, we were required to watch a 1.5 lecture, attend and participate in a 1.5 hour live online tutorial, attend 2 masterclasses offered online and teach two 10 minute blocks in practice teaching sessions online set up through the student portal using an app called Slack. Everyone from all the team members at Breathe to all of the previous and current students of Breathe Education were encouraging and helpful. I was apprehensive about learning online, as I did my Cert III in Fitness online. This was nothing like that. This was a very inclusive course. Everyone worked together. I never felt like I was having to teach this course to myself. I've made some fantastic friends along the way even though I've haven't met any of my classmates in person. I put a lot of work into this course and I believe it has truly made me into an infinitely better movement instructor.

Danielle Mowbray

10:21 03 May 21

I have been studying with Breathe Education and they have been amazing, the support you receive throughout the course is 5 star, when you are unsure or have a question, the trainers and the support staff are always happy to help.I also found the course very flexible, it fit into my busy schedule, I could study in my own time and complete my modules with ease.I found the trainers so fun always ready to have a laugh and to put your mind at ease.I am so happy I did my course through breathe. I would highly recommend.

Catie Wilkerson

07:18 03 May 21

This has been hands down one of the top experiences of my life! Seriously. It's awoken all these new curiosities and rabbit holes that I can't wait to go further down. It's made me question things I've learned in the past and the amount of info that has been debunked has A. blown my mind and B. turned me into a better instructor! I feel more confident and am 100% sure that my clients have been able to tell a difference. Would recommend over and over again. Can't do my Diploma yet, but yall better believe I'll be jumping on that bandwagon too! Thanks to all the amazing instructors and support staff. I'm sad we're at the end!

Chantel Lorimer

03:23 03 May 21

I have just competed week 20 with Breathe Education - Certificate 4 in Mat and Reformer. I am studying while working full time and am excited to introduce Pilates teaching as my side hustle. The Breathe Education experience has been amazing; including the online format of the course which offers the perfect balance of teacher led lectures/Tutorials, Live and recorded masterclasses and sense community. All of the teachers at Breathe are exceptional and will both support and challenge you, plus the curriculum is based on the latest research and proven methodologies. I work in the corporate world as my day job and had never worked as a fitness trainer, however im excited to say that this course gives me everything you need to be a confident and successful Pilates trainer. I highly recommend Breathe Education.

Jess Hobbin

02:57 03 May 21

I have raved about my experience with Breathe to anyone and everyone that will listen. I've been undertaking the Certificate IV and am loving my experience so much that I am going to continue on and do the Diploma. I never thought I would be able to become a Pilates instructor but with the constant empowerment and support from everyone in the Breathe community - especially the trainers, I have become so much more confident in myself and my ability and I encourage anyone who wants to go down this pathway but is hesitant within themselves - to just take the plunge, you will not regret it. The research and evidence is second to none and the education breaks all barriers surrounding fear and restriction in movement. Could not recommend more!

Roopsi Bali

01:59 03 May 21

Sarah Foley

01:04 03 May 21

Breathe has been an amazing, comprehensive mat and reformer Pilates course which I would highly recommend to anyone interested in getting started in the Pilates industry. Breathe base their teaching on the most current evidence and have such high quality teachers to guide you through both the certificate 4 and Diploma. All from the comfort of your home!10/10 would definitely recommend.

Emily Irwin

00:05 03 May 21

I have been extremely impressed by the high quality of information, communication and efficiency of delivery by Breathe Education. I already had my reformer and matwork Pilates certification, but was looking for more. After studying the Cert IV in Pilates Matwork and Reformer I have greater confidence in my ability as an instructor.Content (drawn from scientific evidence) is regularly updated to improve education and practice. There is transparency around sources of information. Questions and curiousity are encouraged. There is emphasis on challenging misinformation and myths within the Pilates sphere, and empowering clients to move fearlessly.I was initially hesitant at the prospect of doing the qualification online; I have found previous online study lacks engagement. However, I was pleased to find there was regular online video contact with trainers and fellow students, as well as live classes. Studying online instead of coming in to a space for face-to-face delivery was convenient and adaptable to my schedule. It also gave me the chance to make friends with students from many different locations.I would recommend Breathe Education in a heartbeat. In fact, I already do!

Amy Hedger

00:00 03 May 21

Breathe Education is a great place to learn with great master trainers. It's a funny time in the industry with asking yourself what to say, who to be, what kind of instructor you want to be and they help you and allow you to be your true self. I have completed my cert 4 and now studying the diploma. My biggest take away would be the amazing information and knowledge that I learn from Heath. He helps you understand everything and puts on the best master classes!! A massive contribution to the course.

Paige Pegoraro

22:42 02 May 21

For me Breathe Education has changed my world! Coming into this - I thought that I was going to learn Pilates. That did happen but I learned so much more .... I learned more about myself, I gained confidence not only in my teaching but in my every day life , I learned to stop second guessing myself and my ability in all aspects. I learned how to think critically and move fearlessly and learned how amazing and strong and robust our bodies are ! Breathe education have nailed this course - from the online structure to the content to the trainers , oh the trainers ! Can not thank the trainers enough! There is never a question that will not be answered and their willingness and patience in making sure everyone is happy before they move on is incredible. The whole BE community is something pretty darn special!!!

Melissa Richards

06:45 30 Apr 21

The Breathe Diploma of Clinical Pilates Diploma has great content and online delivery, with regular learning opportunities throughout the week. Breathe’s emphasises on evidence-based best practise and critical thinking makes me feel confident that I’m giving my clients the best current movement guidance. I love Breathe’s concept of fearless movement - who wouldn’t want this for themselves or their clients? Before the course started I was a bit concerned about the expense - but with a lecture, tutorial, coursework and masterclasses each week I am getting value for money. Plus, the educators are amazingly responsive and available to answer questions and give help. Cloe has been super supportive in my weekly tutorials. Heath gives the Diploma Masterclasses and these are so helpful. His simple, scalable approach and tool kit of repertoire is awesome and has helped me take Raph's lecture content and put them into practise. I’ve learnt so much and can’t wait for the next two semesters.

Dan Baker

12:00 29 Apr 21

After many years working in the Pilates industry I decided to 'go back to school' and I have recently begun studying the Diploma with Breathe Education. I was somewhat concerned that my previous Pilates training wouldn't be a good fit, as it was from a different school with different ideas, and that I would struggle with the coursework which was to be delivered online. But I did understand Breathe Education had a good foundation in teaching and that they were well known for presenting up-to-date information so I went ahead.Best decision ever! I knew after the first lecture that it would work. Well structured and researched lesson plans, engaging content, access to real Pilates trainers with decades of experience and know-how, plus it is obvious they are 100% interested in their students learning AND thinking by facilitating small group tutorials that are challenging yet at the same time supportive. You learn as much in the tutorials as you do in the coursework.I look forward to continuing through the rest of the Diploma.(The only bad thing is it will eventually end!)

Pei Chen

10:36 26 Apr 21

Completing the Certificate 4 and now the Diploma in Clinical Pilates have been the two most amazing journeys in my professional career and personal growth. Every week, I am like a wide-eyed 4-year-old looking forward to lectures by Raph, followed by rolling and jumping around during Masterclasses, and then eagerly sharing my newfound knowledge with my fellow course mates or whoever is willing to listen to me at home.Pain is in your head. But it is real. As a health professional for 20 years, the most challenging clinical presentation is still chronic pain. Yet a lot of time, I became so focussed with finding the pathology and trying to “solve the pain” such that I forgot about the person. If the repertoire of pilates exercises constitutes the bread and butter for pilates instructors, module 1 of Clinical Diploma which focusses on biopsychosocial model is the essence for a pilates teacher. The 14 weeks of lectures have been the most mind opening, engaging and challenging lectures that I have attended. Raph has managed to condense all the evidence-based literature into very practical and easy-to-digest lectures. It has challenged many of my preconceptions and beliefs, and encouraged critical thinking. There are no stupid questions and all the tutors were so ready to answer my questions. I have started to apply this knowledge to my interaction and engagement with my patients/clients. It has changed the way I see pain. The concept that our body is anti fragile and that movement is the solution to many of our ailments is truly empowering.Fear is in your head. But it is real. The Masterclasses that supplemented the course content has been nothing short of transformative. As a chronic sufferer of back pain, I used to believe that my pain is caused by kyphosis and that carrying heavy weight was the trigger for my pain. But Heath who was the Masterclass instructor (or the wizard of movement), has the ability to push me to overcome my fear. Within 3 months, I have gone from someone who could hardly do a knee push up to be able to kick up to wall handstand. It is true that your practitioner’s ( or teacher / sensei/ sifu) belief influences your belief. It is now perhaps my turn to spread the fearless movement. Heath has said the goal for handstand practice was handstand push up. If you had asked me 3 months ago, I would have told you “that was impossible”. Now, my answer is ”why not?”

Dragana Obradovic

23:16 18 Apr 21

Jade Kenna

02:42 24 Mar 21

Choosing to go with Breathe Education for my Pilates qualification was a great decision that has continuously paid off since I graduated. Not only do hiring studios look highly upon the qualification, but Breathe, the course, and their tutors empowered me the entire way through to become confident in who I was as an instructor, not pressuring me to have to fit a pre-designed mould. They are also very accommodating in being able to fit the course commitments to your own schedule. The whole team at Breathe are a dream to study with!

Chelsea Tuach

00:01 19 Mar 21

The Breathe team is made up of truly inspiring, supportive and knowledge instructors and I loved my journey with them! Would highly recommend this course to those looking for the next step in their pilates journey.

Kate Swain

00:09 18 Mar 21

I could not recommend Breathe Education any more highly! They have curated such a professional, nurturing, and intelligent community full of like-minded and passionate people. The online learning experience is second to none, and you can expect to graduate the course with every skill you could ever need in the world of Pilates instruction!

Teaghan Vallely

10:19 17 Mar 21

Breathe has fully supported and empowered me throughout this whole course all while being pregnant myself. I was worried about how I would manage the course but I was met with so much encouragement and support that I always felt included and safe. All the instructors are just wonderful people who genuinely want to help you to get the most out of the course and challenge you to be the best version of yourself. The course was brilliantly presented and organised. If this course was not delivered online I would have not been able to complete it. The fact that all components of the course could be completed online made it so accessible to me. Thanks to all the Breathe staff for helping me through the course, I am so grateful.

Megan Joyner

10:11 17 Mar 21

Breathe has helped me so much throughout this course. Especially my main tutor Venus. It is such a safe environment to learn and feel free to make mistakes. Doing this course has helped me to feel so much more confident in myself and feel ready to go out into the Industry :)

Sarah T

09:07 17 Mar 21

Breathe Education is an amazing course. The course is online based so you can do it anywhere and at a time that suits you! I had enjoyed my time learning from NZ and they have lots of different time for the tutorials to fit in my schedule. The trainers have been so amazing teaching the fundamentals of Pilates and teaching content with up to date scientific background. The trainers really love what they do, and it shows! I always look forward to classes and tutorials:)The online practice teaching also allowed us to meet, connect, support and motivate each other as we worked towards the same goal. Everyone is so positive and encouraging. I really enjoyed my time with Breathe Education (and I am looking to do their diploma in the future haha). Highly recommend to people looking to further themselves in teaching and in Pilates.Thank you everyone!

Danielle Favios

02:17 17 Mar 21

Breathe Education provided me with the best learning environment/structure for success, that I have ever received throughout my years of education. The learning process which combines face-face interaction via zoom lectures, tutorials and online e-learning complimented each other and promoted early success for learning. All the trainers/tutors create such a comfortable, open/inviting and supportive learning space with their bubbly, bright and warm personalities. I could not recommend Breathe Education more highly for Pilates instructing. I believe I have developed such a strong foundation to begin my personal Pilates instructing journey and I have all the beautiful trainers at Breathe to thank :)

Loni Hancock

01:40 17 Mar 21

Really loved my experience of Breathe from the very start. The information, data, research and studies they provide you with give you confidence in what you are learning and how best to apply it. Raphael is ruthless in his research and supplies only the latest and most up to date material. The trainers are so positive and make efforts to be actively involved in the students lives and interests - they mention time and time again that they are there to help and they create a really supportive environment. Breathe is also really well connected to people in Australia and internationally who have had incredibly successful carriers and we are able to listen to in-depth conversations with them which really aids our learning and gives us a wider scope of the pilates world. All in all would recommend and big thank you to the Breathe Team!

Jess Savy

01:18 17 Mar 21

All the teacher's were so lovely and friendly!! Would highly recommend :)

Aaron Woolard

09:51 16 Mar 21

Breathe started me on my Pilates teaching journey and im so glad that gave me all the tools i needed to begin my next phase of my life

Sylvia Hillier

02:28 16 Mar 21

I began this journey to complete my Cert IV with a little trepidation as I was not sure I was cut out to be a pilates instructor..... 20 weeks down the track with wonderful support, encouragement and instruction I am ready to begin a new career (at 50!). I would recommend this course to anyone looking to find out more about teaching movement, and know that as the content is all on line you can do it in your own time at home. You do not need to be a particular body time, age or fitness level, just have a love of pilates and learning. Thanks to the Breathe team, especially Venus who gave me a few pep talks throughout my journey - I've got this! Many thanks

Josephine Mirabile

12:02 11 Feb 21

CERTIFICATE IV PILATES/REFORMER PILATES, who would have thought that this journey was going to be life changing. Before starting this course I had no previous experience in study, being an instructor or in Pilates.The moment you sign up to the 20 week course you feel connected with a supportive community allowing the comprehensive week to week classes achieve a consistent growth in learning and skill development.The lectures never felt overwhelming, the delivery of the weeks content was constantly building upon the previous weeks lecture with up to date health community research. Followed by tutorials that helped the content be attainable to all, teaching us about building up an exercise so anyone from a beginner to expert can develop a strong repertoire. Immersing the learning experience further by empowering in freedom of fearless movement and support when need.Week 20 approached us quickly but having pushed myself out of my comfort zone I am now armed with the skills attained throughout the course and am more than ready to fearlessly continue my journey. I am grateful to have had passionate and supportive master trainers with their unique teaching and am thankful to them as well as the Be_Support team and administrators of Breathe.

Megan Stuart

02:04 09 Feb 21

If you are looking for a way to take your Pilates to the next level, in a flexible and supportive environment then Breathe is a great option. It is a supportive space where you get plenty of experience teaching while learning using the most up to date knowledge in the field. Don't expect to just leave knowing how to instruct Mat and Reformer Pilates, expect to leave with the confidence to teach your way, in your own voice and with the skills to be the best Pilates instructor you can be.

Hailey Miller

11:03 08 Feb 21

I could not recommend the Breathe Cert IV anymore if I tried, it has drastically changed the way I look at movement, my own practice and how I teach the people in front of me.The online model is incredible! It was so nice to be able to regularly touch base with the teaching staff and other students, I always felt like someone was there for me and I could ask questions whenever they came up. I have built some genuinely strong connections not just in my intake but across multiple groups and staff. Having consistent and regular interaction with the content enabled me to actually digest what we were learning, each week building a little more into our knowledge base. By the end of the 20 weeks I feel like I deeply understand the experience of how to teach a challenging and inclusive group class. I feel empowered and confident to teach any client that walks into my studio, from an absolute beginner to the most advanced client. This is truly an immersive program that helps you actually UNDERSTAND layering and programming and not just memorise a catalogue of exercises.The teaching staff are second to none, I honestly loved the experience so much that I have already jumped straight into my Diploma. I would almost do it again, I enjoyed it so much. Thank you so much for igniting my passion in Pilates again.

Emma Geddes

02:34 08 Feb 21

Breathe has been much more than just an educator. They have built a community. One that I will forever be thankful to be apart of. The trainers, just wow. They are REAL people who welcome mistakes, build your confidence, make every class insightful & enjoyable (I don't think there has been one class without laughter). I am sad my Cert IV course has ended, but excited to see where the journey will take me next. I would definitely like to further my studies in the future by taking on the Diploma course. Thank you to everyone for all that you have given me.

Samantha Hickey

20:07 06 Feb 21

Breathe Education is an outstanding course - from the structure of the course, the quality of content and the amazing trainers that make everything happen. It creates a positive space for people to connect, support and motivate each other as we worked towards the same goal. I couldn’t speak more highly of an educational experience.

Bridie Wetzel

07:02 06 Feb 21

Strongest movement educators of the world! The Breathe Education team are a breath of fresh 21st century air! As someone who has completed many movement courses in yoga, Pilates and group fitness I have never felt this blown away by a course! I completed the Certificate IV in Pilates and will be forever indebted to this team of amazing educators and their approach! Do yourself a favour and sign up to this course! Whether you want to make a living out of teaching movement, want to learn more about your movement journey, have never tried this thing called Pilates, and even if you are already in the industry, this course is the ONE! Warning: your approach to movement will change FOREVER! In the best way possible! Look out world, fearless movers and teachers are rapidly rounding and arching their way to you thanks to Breathe Education! 💙

Sarah Soo-Stanley

01:41 05 Feb 21

I loved my training with Breathe, all the content was relevant, useful and challenging. I feel fully equipped to start teaching!!All trainers were lovely, skilled and supportive.I would highly recommend training with Breathe!!

Ruby Chan nztw

03:31 20 Dec 20

Shauni Cunningham

08:44 14 Dec 20

I am about to finish studying my Certificate IV with Breathe. I was apprehensive about the online format of learning a movement practice, but the trainers, resources and format of the course made it an absolute breeze to work through everything and gain such a thorough understanding of concepts. I loved the way the information was presented and based on science based practices and the content covers everything from teaching, to movements, to how to begin your own business. Couldnt recommend this company as a pilates qualification enough!!

daphné philipona

09:42 13 Dec 20

I'm from Switzlerand and so I was doing my course with 10 hours of difference with Australia. And do you know what? I've juste LOVED this online course. I truly believe that I've learnt as much as if it was face-to-face. The support of Breathe Education was so good! They're almost 24h available and helping with any questions. I feel confident and ready to get into the Pilates industry. It was the best journey I had so far and I enjoyed it so much that I've enrolled for the Diploma 2021. If you're interested into Pilates instructor, this is THE course you should take!!! Thanks Breathe!!!!

Ann Emma

05:57 13 Dec 20

I have only the best things to say about the team at Breathe Education. I have come out of this course feeling confident, feeling successful and proud of what I have achieved - one step closer to becoming the Pilates instructor I want to be. The course is thorough and well planned, ensuring you will be able to do well in every assessment along the way. The trainers are super friendly and experienced, always willing to answer any questions you have along the way. One of the best learning experiences I have undertaken and I only encourage others to take their Pilates instructor training with Breathe Edu if they too want to feel empowered through such a supportive experience. Keep up the great work!!

SHOo virginie lin

23:54 11 Dec 20

Yeah... nah. I don’t see why anyone would want to learn from an entire team of ultra qualified, dedicated, not only knowledgeable but eager to share professionals? Every single person you will chat to along your course will make you feel welcome, heard and seen, from the moment you think of signing up. Annoying, right? And they keep up with the latest findings in Pilates practice but also in medical studies, so everything you will learn is the most up-to-date, accurate, backed up by science knowledge you can get.And don’t get me started on the community you get to build! Like-minded, supportive, kind and open people who want to make other people feel good! Ugh!Why would anyone want to see each week tutors that come every single time on screen with a huge smile and make you feel like they are so glad you are here? You think you like one teacher and BAM! Here comes the next one and you like them too, maybe even more because they’re bringing their own set of skills and they are willing to share that and teach you it too!And they’re nice. Not just “oh, this person sounds nice” kind of nice. The kind of nice that makes you say “you didn’t have to do that” and fills you with gratitude. The kind of nice that seeps through and you can FEEL what good humans are.So yeah, nah. 5 stars ain’t gonna be enough!

Carmen Spiteri

09:37 30 Nov 20

I completed both my Certificate 4 and Diploma this year. The process was so seamless and enjoyable. Breathe make it easy to learn and understand the content. Their guidance and support is priceless. They create such an empowering environment. The teachers are exceptional and generous with their knowledge, they each have different and valuable skills. I’ve loved every minute and made great friends along the way. Thanks BREATHE

Barbara Castelli

02:55 30 Nov 20

Just finished my diploma with breathe education and couldn't more satisfied and happier!I decided to change my career, and not having a fitness background, I was terrified in the start,scared about this new challenge and path. but all the teachers drove me all the way to the end,stimulating my critical thinking,trough evidence based,pain science with lectures , live master-classes and much more always ready to help,destroying some wrong myths and misconception ,f could go back i would do it again and again !definitely recommend!

Elly Moss

05:45 29 Nov 20

After completing the Cert IV with Breathe a few years ago, I was so excited to study my Diploma with them too! I was nervous about the change to online learning due to COVID, however I soon discovered I had no reason to worry. The team at Breathe transitioned from face to face learning to online so seamlessly and the support available from all the amazing teachers, and also the student support team made switching to online learning a breeze. I am sad to be finished, but am leaving feeling more confident and empowered than ever before and that is all thanks to the amazing course provided, my peers, and of course the teachers and support staff! Thank you for everything! I can’t wait to put everything I’ve learnt into practice!

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