100 hour – Yoga Nidra Teacher Training

Join Swami Karma Karuna supported by Simon Lee and Lucy Elizabeth at Anahata Yoga Retreat for an in-person 10-day residential Yoga Nidra Teacher Training.

A total of 100 hours covering theory, applications & learning to teach Yoga Nidra and associated basic breathing methods in a progressive manner. All-inclusive of training sessions, a comprehensive manual, online content, food & accommodation.

Rooted in the ancient yogic tradition and supported by modern neuroscience, Yoga Nidra guides the body into deep rest while maintaining a state of relaxed alertness. Research shows that regular practice helps balance the nervous system, regulate hormones, improve sleep and support emotional healing.  During this immersion, we’ll explore the theory, guided practice and teaching methodology of Yoga Nidra, integrating both classical wisdom and modern scientific understanding.

This training is a professional development course for yoga teachers, health and education professionals and those interested in guiding relaxation techniques. Explore tools to assist in the release of deep muscular, mental and emotional tension, inducing calmness and clarity for a range of life and health situations. Yoga Nidra and breathing techniques will be explored from practical, scientific, psychological and lifestyle perspectives.

Learn teaching tools to effectively share these relaxation practices for differing client needs, including therapeutic applications. Delve into each stage of Yoga Nidra incorporating history, symbology and use of sankalpa or positive intention. Investigate the relaxation response, the Vagus Nerve, polyvagal theory, building resilience, sleep hygiene, diaphragmatic breath, pratyahara and relevant yogic theory, mindfulness, principles of care, creative teaching, course and class planning, client support and so much more!

If you are interested in this Teacher Training but would like to learn more, book in for our Free ONLINE Sessions for practice & Q&A opportunities.

Yoga Nidra Insights & Practice 11th Feb 7pm-8pm

Yoga Nidra & Manifesting Your Purpose 22nd Feb 11am-12pm

The Programme includes

10 days onsite, shared accommodation or camping, all meals and the full programme, followed by a 6-week training package with course work including MP3 practice undertaken at home.

• Daily Yoga Nidra and Breathing practices
• Understanding the techniques of Yoga Nidra and Diaphragmatic Breathing from a practical and theoretical point of view, the science behind the techniques; relaxation response, the nervous system, the Vagus nerve, brain plasticity, the breathing organs and more
• Exploration of building resilience, better sleep patterns, the adrenal glands and more
• Immersion into the yoga lifestyle
• Self-reflection tools
• Teaching Theory, including class and course planning, teaching to different needs, contra-indications, client support, teaching practical’s, use of voice and much more.
• SWAN practice
• Fire Ceremony (Havan) and Chanting (healing sound vibration)
• The opportunity to develop your inner awareness, train the mind and bring balance to the nervous system
• Mentored teaching practice
• Audio files, PowerPoints, resources, videos and other inspiring content for your personal practice
• Student manual
• A certificate of completion at the end of the training from Anahata Yoga Retreat
• 100 accredited hours

About the practices

YOGA NIDRA

Yoga Nidra is a profound, yet simple, practice that encourages the mind to let go of the external world and turn inwards, giving the senses a deep rest from the activities of contemporary society. The mind is gradually trained to connect into tranquility effortlessly. Ultimately the practice works on the mind to release impressions from the past and anxieties about the future. It helps us to retrain the nervous system and create new neural pathways that support the relaxation response. Yoga Nidra is a powerful tool to enable the parasympathetic nervous system and enhance deep sleep, thus supporting health and well-being at many levels.

BASIC BREATHING METHODS

When we have the ability to observe the breath and alter the breath it at will, we are nourishing and optimising many bodily functions while managing the mind and emotions. Different basic breathing methods will be explored with the aim of developing the diaphragmatic breath, which is one of the fastest ways to influence the vagus nerve, responsible for turning on the relaxation response to help the body restore itself after states of stress. It is also an important factor in healthy digestion, influencing gut health, the microbiome connected to the immune system and important neurotransmitters such as serotonin.

THIS TRAINING IS DESIGNED FOR…

Yoga Practitioners who want to delve deeper in their personal practice and learn how to manage stress effectively.
Yoga Teachers who want to develop new skills and deepen their understanding of yogic concepts and lifestyle.
Health Professionals who are looking for effective tools to support clients.
Medical and health professionals, psychiatrists, psychotherapists and yoga teachers are using these practices in a variety of settings including schools, offices, community centres, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, prisons and nursing homes. They may be effective in the management of:

• Stress, Anxiety, Insomnia & Depression
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Addictions
• High Blood Pressure and Heart Disease
• Respiratory conditions
• Neurological conditions and motor impairments
• Chronic fatigue and adrenal issues
• Digestive Issues
• Asthma and Diabetes

Investment

Shared Accommodation: NZD $2,980
Camping / Van: NZD $2,580

Accommodation is limited (8 shared indoor spots available and 4-10 camping or van spots available). Both options include meals, training materials and full participation in the course + online components, assessments and accreditation.

Free courtesy pick up will be available from Takaka to Anahata Yoga Retreat.

There is one partial scholarship available for this training. Please email education@anahata-retreat.org.nz for further information and find out about the application process or if you have any other questions about the training.

If you’re feeling called to join this course, please read through and complete all details in our booking form here

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