Rio Otoya | Healing Breathwork Facilitator & Cristasana Yoga Teacher
I am in service as a Healing Breathwork Facilitator and Cristasana Yoga Teacher. I do this work because I have experienced that the breath is a direct line to God.
Since 2019 I have been fully dedicated to Breathwork and transformational work. I now split my time between Lisbon and the Sacred Valley in Peru, where I facilitate private sessions, group work, retreats, and professional Breathwork Facilitator Trainings.
Professional Background
In 2022 I founded School of Prana in Lisbon, which became one of the city’s most highly rated Breathwork spaces with all 5-star reviews.
Previously, I spent over 10 years in London working at the intersection of creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship. I led Google Launchpad startup acceleration and leadership mentoring programs across Europe and San Francisco. Earlier I built communities and ran entrepreneurial learning events at top co-working spaces and cultural institutions.
Education
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MA Creative & Cultural Entrepreneurship Goldsmiths College, University of London (2011–2012)
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BA Visual Communication University of the Creative Arts, Maidstone (2002–2004)
Training & Qualifications
Breathwork & Healing
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Breathwork Healer Training with David Elliott (Levels 1–5), 2019–2020
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Breath School – Science-based Teacher Training with Our Breath Collective, 2023
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Sound Healing Facilitator Training, Lake Atitlan, 2022
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Hawaiian Huna Shamanic Healer Training (Online), 2016–2018
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Usui Reiki Levels 1 & 2, London, 2016
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The Church of Santo Daime (one of the most profound spiritual schools I have experienced)
Yoga & Meditation
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1000+ hours of Yoga, Pranayama & Meditation training in India (2011–2019) at Yoga Vidya Gurukul Ashram, including multiple Yoga Teacher Trainings and Yogic Therapy studies.
Coaching
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Accredited Diploma in Transformational Life Coaching, Aminas School of Coaching, London, 2020–2021
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The Wisdom of Trauma with Gabor Maté, 2021
What Past Training Participants Say
“This was an amazing weekend for the meditation facilitator training. I got so much value from this… Rio adapted to the needs of the students and gave us the tools that we needed to improve.” — Halen
“A great introduction to guiding meditation. I feel much more confident now to take it forward… Thank you Rio!” — Lucinda, Life Coach
“Rio is skilled and openhearted space holder. I felt him very present for all the participants during the whole breathwork journey, guiding and supporting with experience and tenderness.” — Veera C.
What Clients Say About Breathwork Sessions
“Rio is thoughtful, funny, present, caring and loving. I absolutely loved the breathwork session. Will definitely be coming back for more!” — Isis B.
“Awesome healing breathwork experience with Rio. You can feel his deep experience in healing/yoga. He makes you feel comfortable… Highly recommended.” — Sarjan D.
Professional Recommendations
“Rio is like a Swiss Army knife. From breathwork to professional business coaching… I have more clarity and confidence. Having coaching sessions with Rio was a pivotal step in my startup business journey.” — Elena, AI Entrepreneur, Canada
“We engaged Rio to run meditation and breathing sessions with our whole team. He did a great job bringing everyone together on a mindfulness journey.” — Gabrielle Musella, Founder at Coinrule
“Rio is one of the most amazing networkers and people connectors I have ever met… a thoughtful, compassionate leader who inspires the people around him to be better humans.” — Mark Masterson, Former Head of Google Launchpad