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Online breathing and meditation course
9 hours of practice · Žymantas Dečkus
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Meditation and breathing courses with Žymantas
Make time for yourself and learn practices you can return to each day. Labas Noras welcomes you to meditation courses online and in person: a space to breathe, learn and meet everyday life with more calm.
- A three-day programme
- Online and in person
- Beginners welcome, ages 18+
About the programme
What is the Art of Living Part 1 course?
This practical introductory Art of Living course brings together breathing exercises, meditation and gentle yoga. A teacher guides the practice and helps you understand how it can fit into your day.
You may encounter the names Part 1, Happiness Program or, in Lithuania, Laimės programa and Kvėpavimo menas. At the heart of the programme is the rhythmic breathing technique Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY), also known internationally as SKY Breath Meditation.
The official Art of Living programmeWhat will we practise?
Breathing practices
Learn breathing exercises and the Sudarshan Kriya technique with a teacher’s guidance.
Guided meditation and gentle yoga
Make room for attention, awareness of the body and rest.
An everyday practice
Explore thoughts and emotions and how to make space for a regular practice.
Space to pause and take a breath
The course invites you to explore your own experience. Practices may support relaxation, focus and a calmer response to everyday tension; individual experiences vary.
A quieter pause
Time away from other tasks to notice how you feel in this moment.
Attention to yourself
An opportunity to observe your breath and the changing sensations and thoughts that arise.
Continuity
A practice you can return to after the group sessions have ended.
For beginners and people who already meditate
You can begin without previous meditation experience. The course welcomes adults aged 18 and over who want to discover this method. It also suits people who already meditate and would like to learn Art of Living breathing practices or repeat the course.
You do not need to know how to “stop your thoughts” or perform difficult yoga poses. You can discuss your questions with the teacher.
Meditation courses online or in person
Online, from your own space
Live sessions with a teacher let you take part from home. Arrange a stable internet connection, a quiet place and time without other tasks. Confirm joining instructions and preparation when you register.
In person, in Labanoras Forest
At Labas Noras in Antaviešė, we meet in a shared hall surrounded by forest. Each weekend’s event page sets out the course times, additional activities and practical information about staying and getting here.
Meet your teacher
Žymantas Dečkus
Žymantas is a co-founder of Labas Noras and a yoga, breathing and meditation teacher. Since 2019, he has led sessions that bring together movement, breath and attention to inner experience.
He teaches Art of Living Part 1 courses online and in person. Sutartinės singing, music and time in nature also play a part in his work and in life at Labas Noras.
Meet the people behind Labas NorasFind your course
Each group has its own page with dates, session times and a link to Art of Living registration. Please confirm the teaching language with Žymantas before booking.
New course dates will appear here. Contact Žymantas about the next course.
About meditation and breathing coursesAbout the meditation and breathing courses
Are these meditation courses suitable for beginners?
Yes. You do not need previous meditation or yoga experience. A teacher guides the practices. Art of Living Part 1 is for adults aged 18 and over.
Are Happiness Program and Part 1 the same programme?
Happiness Program is another name for this introductory Art of Living programme. In Lithuania, it is presented as Part 1 or Kvėpavimo menas. Sudarshan Kriya (SKY) is the breathing technique taught in the course. Sahaj Samadhi is a separate meditation course offered by the organisation.
How long is the course?
The usual programme runs on three consecutive days, for approximately three hours each day. Check the event page for the exact session times and choose dates when you can attend all sessions.
How do online meditation courses work?
They are live remote sessions with a teacher. You need an internet connection and a quiet place to practise. Confirm the platform and preparation when registering. Schedules are shown in Lithuanian time, so check the difference if joining from abroad.
How much does the course cost and how do I register?
Choose a group and follow its registration link. The current final price and applicable terms are shown in Art of Living registration. Ask Žymantas about accommodation, meals and additional activities for in-person weekends.
Can I continue practising afterwards?
You can apply what you learn in everyday life. Art of Living also offers follow-up sessions. Ask your teacher about the groups currently available and practising at home.
What should I discuss before taking part?
If you have health questions or are pregnant, discuss suitability with the teacher and your healthcare professional before registering. This is a course for wellbeing and personal practice; it does not replace healthcare.
Would you like to talk it through?
Žymantas can answer your questions about the course, preparation and upcoming groups.