Program - Hypopressives Online

Hypopressive
Instructor Training

Become a certified practitioner in the original Hypopressive Method developed by Dr. Marcel Caufriez. This comprehensive professional training 100% online includes both theoretical foundations and practical applications, structured in two progressive modules:

GAH1 – Basic Hypopressive Abdominal Gymnastics: Focuses on the fundamental theory, breathing techniques, and foundational hypopressive postures.
GAH2 – Static Hypopressive Abdominal Gymnastics: Builds on GAH1 with advanced static positions, clinical testing, and deeper integration into professional practice.

Part 1 – Hypopressive Abdominal Gymnastics course materials

HAG online instructions
HAG1 seminar slides – printable version
HAG1 seminar slides
Annotated slide notes – HAG1 syllabus
Theoretical guide to the hypopressive method
HAG2 seminar slides
HAG2 hypopressive method testing guide
Hypopressive therapy exclusion test
Algorithmic test – orientation
Respiratory validation test
Postural validation test
Hypotoxic diet
Poster with A1 movements
Personalized hypopressive method logo with your name
Frequently asked questions compendium

Part 2 – Theory of Hypopressive Abdominal Gymnastics

01 – General presentation of the hypopressive method
02 – Historical background and fundamental bases of hypopressive techniques
03 – Hypopressive paradigm
04 – Hypopressive techniques
05 – What happens in the brain during hypopressive exercises?
06 – Respiratory centers and neurodivergences
07 – Thoracic diaphragm: tone, postural tone, and physical tone
08 – Abdominal belt
09 – Perineum
10 – Pressure and the concept of quantitative and qualitative hyperpressure
11 – Autonomic nervous system: sympathetic and parasympathetic
12 – Inclusion criteria for hypopressive techniques
13 – Physiological and secondary effects of hypopressive exercise practice
14 – Clinical orientation of hypopressive abdominal gymnastics and chronological stages

Part 3 – Practice of Hypopressive Abdominal Gymnastics

01 – Initial hypopressive exercises
02 – Orthostatic hypopressive exercises
03 – Oxygenation and preparation “Settings”
04 – Intermediate exercise 1
05 – Knee exercise
06 – Intermediate exercise 2
07 – Active genupectoral exercise
08 – Intermediate exercise 3
09 – “All fours” exercise
10 – Intermediate exercise 4
11 – Passive genupectoral exercise
12 – Intermediate exercise 5
13 – Intermediate exercise 6
14 – Tailor exercise 1 / 2 / 3
15 – Intermediate exercise 7
16 – Intermediate exercise 8
17 – “Roll” exercise
18 – Intermediate exercise 9 / Final supplementary exercise

Part 4 – Hypopressive Abdominal Gymnastics tests

00 – Introduction to tests
01 – Articular and morphological validation tests
02 – Exclusion tests
03 – Basic postural tests
04 – Respiratory validation tests
05 – Basic abdominal postural tests
06 – Hypopressive algorithm for tests

Course Materials

Included materials:

Printable slides and visual guides GAH1
Printable slides and visual guides GAH2
Theoretical syllabus and manuals
Over 120 HD recorded videos (theory, practice and tests)
Posters of the exercises
Hypopressive Method theoretical guide (100+ pages)
FAQs compendium

What will you learn?

Theoretical training:

Historical background and scientific foundations of the Hypopressive Method
Core physiological concepts: diaphragm, abdominal wall, pelvic floor
Respiratory centers and neurodivergences
Postural tone and abdominal pressure systems (hyperpressure vs. hypopressure)
Clinical criteria and integration in rehabilitation/prevention
The Hypopressive Paradigm: why it differs from conventional approaches

Practical Training and Exercise Progressions

After building the theoretical foundation, the course guides you through more than 15 structured hypopressive exercises, from basic positions to advanced transitions. Each session focuses on correct posture, smooth transitions, and breath control to ensure safe and progressive learning.

You’ll practice:

Foundational hypopressive exercises
Ortho-static positions and kneeling work
Genupectoral active & passive exercises
Sitting postures (cross-legged, “rollo”, and advanced transitions)
Step-by-step progressions ensuring safe and efficient technique
Breathing, posture correction, and core activation drills

Testing and Clinical
Validation

To ensure professional application, you’ll learn how to perform and interpret multiple tests, including:

Postural and respiratory validations
Exclusion tests for contraindications
Articular and morphological evaluations
The Hypopressive Testing Algorithm

These tools help tailor the method to individual needs and track improvements over time.

What will you receive?

Upon completion, you’ll get:

Official Certification as a Practitioner in the Hypopressive Method
Personalized logo and professional profile in the Caufriez Concept directory
Recognition as a certified Caufriez Concept professional
Access to all theoretical guides, slides, and 120+ HD training videos
Continuous updates and lifelong access to materials

Hypopressive Instructor Training