Yoga Nidra is the answer to burnout, stress, anxiety, and our body’s need for rest. In fact, while not a substitute for actual sleep, one hour of yoga nidra practice is equivalent to three-four hours of deep sleep. This is due to the series of brain waves experienced along the way.
Benefits
The practice is meant to release emotional tension, allow one's muscles to relax, and acts to calm the nervous system.
· Rejuvenates the body and the brain
· Allows you to fall into a blissful state of relaxation
· Fights fatigue
· Reduces anxiety and lowers high-stress levels
· Increases mind and body awareness
· Improves concentration
· Bolsters memory
· Purges negative and unnecessary thoughts
· Improves ANS regulation and response
Here are some places to get started
Private & Group On-Line Classes
Private Online Yoga Nidra Sessions
Experience personalized relaxation and healing with our private online Yoga Nidra sessions. Tailored to your individual needs, these sessions offer a customized approach to deep relaxation, mindfulness, and stress reduction. Our experienced instructors will guide you through a soothing practice designed to support your unique journey towards inner peace and well-being. Perfect for addressing specific concerns such as trauma, anxiety, or insomnia, private sessions provide a safe and supportive space for personal growth and healing.
Group Online Yoga Nidra Sessions: Join our group online Yoga Nidra sessions for a collective journey towards relaxation and inner harmony. These sessions bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds to experience the profound benefits of guided meditation and mindfulness. Led by skilled instructors, each class offers a structured approach to achieving deep rest and stress relief. Ideal for those seeking community support and connection, our group sessions foster a shared environment of healing and tranquility. Whether you are new to Yoga Nidra or an experienced practitioner, you will find these sessions enriching and rejuvenating.
In-Person Classes
Embark on an 8-week Journey to Inner Peace and Somatic Healing with our Yoga Nidra Somatic Serenity Program.
Each weekly session, led by an experienced instructor, offers 60 minutes of guided Yoga Nidra practice. Perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike, this program focuses on deep relaxation, stress reduction, and enhancing mind-body connection through gentle, guided meditation techniques. Yoga Nidra can be instrumental in the improvement of anxiety, stress and a one's overall wellbeing. Rediscover serenity and balance in a supportive group environment designed to nurture your well-being.
Classes held in person Millbrook on Sunday evenings. Next 6-Week Series Starts in October.
Trauma Informed Yoga Nidra Teachers Certification
Limited Time Offer Course Starts Online November 21st
Embark on a transformative journey with our Trauma Informed Yoga Nidra Certification. The 30 hour Yoga Nidra teacher training program entails a mix of theoretical and practical components designed to give students a thorough understanding of Yoga Nidra, its principles, practices, and teaching methodologies.This comprehensive course integrates trauma-responsive practices, attunement, and healing-centered engagement into Yoga Nidra.
Explore the philosophical foundations, diverse traditions like Swami Satyananda Saraswati's system and iRest, and the science of sleep. Gain a deep understanding of the nervous system, stress response, and the role of breathwork, meditation, and mindfulness in healing.
Learn practical skills in guiding Yoga Nidra sessions, including voice modulation, body scanning, and Sankalpa setting. Master teaching methodologies for diverse audiences, adapting practices for conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and insomnia. Develop ethical guidelines and professional skills, culminating in certification upon completing assessments and professional standards.
Designed for yoga teachers, therapists, and wellness professionals who want to gain practical skills and certification to enhance their professional practice and make a profound impact on others' well-being.