Breathe deeper. Live softer. Return to yourself
Guided breathwork, mindfulness, and relaxation by María Castro,
using conscious breathing, mindfulness, and the healing vibration of the voice.
Sessions are available in English, Spanish, and French — wherever you are in the world.
The Benefits
BREATHE
Slow down
and find your natural rhythm
REST
Sleep more deeply
and restore your energy
RECONNECT
Return to clarity,
calm and authenticity
Breathe consciously, rest deeply, and live with clarity.
Art of Pranayama helps you manage stress, improve sleep, and reconnect with yourself
through simple, mindful practices for modern life.
Breath with me
🎧 Take a moment to pause and breathe with me.
Press play, close your eyes, and let your breath lead you home.
When you slow down and listen, your breath becomes your teacher.
Discover how breathing can bring you back to balance — wherever you are.
What is Art of Pranayama?
Art of Pranayama is a mindful and gentle approach to well-being through the power of the breath and the healing resonance of the voice.
Born from years of study, travel, and exploration of ancient traditions around the world, Art of Pranayama was conceived to help everyone.
The project was created to help you reconnect with your essence — to find calm, clarity, and authenticity through conscious breathing, presence, and sound.
Rooted in the ancient yogic science of Pranayama — the art of conscious breathing — this practice invites you to slow down, release tension, and realign with your natural rhythm.
The ancient yogis believed that the longer and steadier your breath, the longer and steadier your life. Each inhalation and exhalation expands not only your capacity to breathe but your capacity to live. Life is then measured not by years, but by the number of breaths.
Through conscious breathwork, meditation, and relaxation, Art of Pranayama helps you restore balance, regulate the nervous system, and return to a deeper connection with yourself. Each session blends traditional Pranayama and Meditation with modern mindfulness, movement, and somatic awareness, guided with empathy and care.
A key part of this practice is deep rest through Yoga Nidra — a guided meditative experience that promotes healing, better sleep, and inner peace.
As a multilingual teacher and professional voice actor, I guide my sessions in English, Spanish, and French, using the voice as an instrument of calm and connection. My voice, featured in international meditation and wellness apps, is both a tool and a companion — helping you soften into presence and rediscover your natural rhythm through sound and silence.
You don’t need previous experience — only the willingness to breathe, listen, and reconnect.
Over time, you’ll find that the breath — and the voice — become quiet teachers, guiding you home to your calm, authentic self.
Art of Pranayama can help you with:
- Emotional or work-related stress
- Grief or personal transitions
- Lack of focus or mental fatigue
- Hormonal or energetic changes
- A sense of disconnection from yourself
The practice will guide you to:
- Recover balance and clarity
- Sleep and rest more deeply
- Build self-trust and inner confidence
- Cultivate self-acceptance and self-care
- Reconnect with your vitality and authentic rhythm
- Feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded in daily life
Meet María
I’m María Castro, a multilingual Breathwork and Relaxation Teacher, professional Voice Artist, and founder of Voice Like Velvet.
Empathy is my superpower — something I discovered after years of self-exploration, travel, and life experiences that gently guided me back to myself.
For a long time, I worked in high-pressure corporate environments where I learned first-hand the challenges of stress, high performance, and constant change.
Those years gave me valuable insight into the importance of space, rest, and authenticity both in work and life.
My turning point came during a solo journey around the world. In India, I experienced my first Pranayama session — a moment of deep liberation that changed everything.
I remember thinking: why isn’t everyone breathing like this every day?
Since then, I’ve trained in breathwork and meditation across different traditions and dedicated my work to helping others reconnect with their breath, calm, and authentic rhythm.
My approach is gentle, practical, and rooted in presence — blending breath, awareness, and the healing vibration of the voice.
Sharing what I’ve learned so others can find balance and live as their most authentic selves is not just my work — it’s my calling.
Sessions & Offerings
Private Sessions
Personalized 1:1 breathwork and relaxation sessions, available online or in person (depending on my travel schedule and current location).
Each session includes follow-up guidance and a short audio practice recorded in my voice to support your journey at home.
- 60 min · 60€
- 3-session pack · 160€
- 6-session pack · 270€
Prices listed apply to online sessions. In-person sessions are available upon request and may vary depending on location.
Ideal if you wish to restore balance, manage stress, or build a personal breath and relaxation practice at your own pace.
Group Classes & Circles
Gentle group sessions designed for better sleep, stress release, mindful breathing, and emotional balance.
These sessions blend Pranayama, Meditation, and Yoga Nidra, offering deep relaxation and clarity through community connection.
From 20€ per class | Packages available
- 5-session pack 90€
- 10-session pack 160€
Group classes are held online and occasionally in person during international travels.
Perfect if you enjoy shared energy and community while maintaining your own inner space.
Corporate Wellness
Tailored wellness and mindful breathing programs for organizations and teams.
Designed to reduce stress, improve focus, and cultivate presence and emotional well-being at work.
Request a customized quotation.
Programs are available in English, Spanish, and French, for multicultural teams and international companies.
International Retreats & Special Sessions
Throughout the year, I host and collaborate on international retreats and in-person sessions in various locations worldwide.
These immersive experiences combine Pranayama, Meditation, and deep rest practices to help you reconnect, recharge, and realign.
Subscribe to my newsletter or follow @artofpranayama for upcoming retreat dates and travel updates.
Health & Safety Note
***Some Pranayama techniques are not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with certain health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension, seizures, or chronic respiratory disorders. If you experience any of these conditions, it’s best to join a private session tailored to your needs or participate in Yoga Nidra circles, which are gentle and have no contraindications. These practices are designed to support your well-being safely and compassionately — always honouring your unique body, rhythm, and breath.