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Yoga Nidra Teacher Training

Yoga Nidra Teacher
Training & Certification ~ Levels 1 & 2
for Teachers & Health Professionals

 with Julie Lusk, M.Ed., E-RYT-500, YACEP  

Author of

Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation & Stress Relief (NHP) YogaNidraCF.indd

Yoga Nidra Meditations: 24 Scripts for True Relaxation (Llewellyn) 

Numerous yoga nidra, guided relaxation and imagery books & recordings

See Julie Lusk’s qualifications here


Yoga Nidra means “yogic sleep.”  It is conscious, complete relaxation that is tremendously healing for the body, mind, and spirit.  Progressive relaxation skills, specialized breathing techniques, guided imagery, and mindfulness are systematically used to easily create a deeply meditative state that reliably reveals and awakens an inner reservoir of intuitive understanding and unconditional joy. Unique skills are developed for handling stress and tension in the short term and for the long run.  Yoga nidra is fundamental to a complete hatha yoga session and can also be done as a complete practice on its own.

Yoga nidra is based on authentic yoga teachings and backed by contemporary science.  Studies have shown that yoga nidra can boost the immune system, lower blood pressure, decrease pain, and improve other health conditions.  Regular practice can improve memory, concentration, and relieve anxiety and depression.  Using a sankalpa (special, self-selected resolve) during the fertile brain wave states experienced during yoga nidra makes it possible to clear out useless habits and bring about positive and durable changes to one’s personality and life. It’s delightfully replenishing and empowering.

Since yoga nidra is so powerful, it is critical that it is taught to others correctly.  Attending this workshop and training will give you the tools and resources needed to lead others effectively and how to avoid dangerous pitfalls.  You will gain the know-how and confidence needed to offer yoga nidra for groups and individuals.  Your clients and students will feel centered, increase bodymind awareness, enhance relaxation, make positive behavior changes, help heal emotional and physical upsets, and enhance self-understanding.

Who is this yoga nidra teacher training for?

Thumbs Up!These trainings are appropriate for yoga teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals, pastors, and other helping professionals.  You do not have to be a yoga teacher to do this.  This yoga nidra teacher training is approved for CEU’s by the Yoga Alliance.  Other health professionals may qualify for CEU’s.

Here’s what 3 graduates want you to know!


Register Now! Limited enrollment

  • Level 1 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 1
      • In-Person – Sept 15-20, 2023
      • Hosted by Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
      • Details & registration link
  • Level 2 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 2
    • TBA
    • Prerequisite – Level 1
    • Hosted by Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
    • Details & registration link

Level 1:  Yoga Nidra Training Objectives

  • Be able to describe the essential principles, practices and benefits of yoga nidra and why it matters
  • Describe yoga nidra’s heritage from its ties to yoga to contemporary science
  • List the benefits, risks, and ethics of leading yoga nidra
  • List the five sequential levels of relaxation: distinguishing characteristics, benefits, and how to experience each one
  • Learn and demonstrate how to help others experience progressive levels of awareness that correspond to the layers of oneself, called koshas, that conceals one’s true Self
  • Learn and demonstrate how to lead relaxation techniques, specialized breathing methods, guided imagery, mindfulness and other mindbody techniques used in yoga nidra
  • Explain how to help clients develop positive, personal characteristics and bring a meaningful purpose to one’s life by setting and using a self-selected resolve, called a sankalpa, during certain stages of yoga nidra
  • Know how to create the right atmosphere and select music. Be equipped at handling distractions.
  • Demonstrate voice quality, wording, sequencing, timing and pacing
  • Experience yoga nidra first-hand and receive its benefits personally
  • Practice leading others to gain the skills needed for your classes, clients, and students.
  • Get your questions answered.

Watch what these graduates say about their experience

Upon completion of Level 1 training, graduates will:

  • Be able to teach yoga nidra for overall health in group and private settings

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    YACEP
  • Use yoga nidra for personal self-care
  • Have an understanding of the principles and practices of yoga nidra and its uses and benefits
  • Receive a certificate upon completion of the training
  • Yoga Alliance Approved for CEU’s
  • Obtain CEU contact hours (varies per profession)


Textbooks |

Required
Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation & Stress Relief by Julie Lusk 

Highly Recommended
Yoga Nidra Meditations: 24 Scripts for True Relaxation Print Book or Audiobook by Julie Lusk  

Additional training materials will be provided


 Register Now!  Limited enrollment

  • Level 1 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 1
      • In-Person – Sept 15-20, 2023
      • Hosted by Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
      • Details & registration link
  • Level 2 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 2
      • TBA
      • Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
      • Prerequisite – Level 1
      • Details & registration link


Level 2:  Yoga Nidra Training Objectives

Level 2 trainings can be customized to cover these and other topics pertinent to the advancement of yoga nidra understanding, practice, and delivery.  Yoga nidra training from Julie Lusk is required prior to enrollment in a Level 2 training.  If you have successfully completed training from another qualified yoga nidra trainer (iRest, Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra, Marc Halpern, etc), please inquire to see if you are you are eligible for this training.

Julie is uniquely qualified to show you how to write your own scripts. By writing Yoga Nidra Meditations: 24 Scripts for True Relaxation, she worked with the leading yoga nidra experts worldwide. This gave her a comprehensive perspective on all the major yoga nidra methods available and how to apply them in a wide range of settings, purposes, and populations.  You’ll confidently write scripts based on the spirit of classical yoga and backed by modern, mind-body science.

  • Use and deepen one’s understanding of yoga nidra’s purpose, principles, techniques and delivery
  • Demonstrate advanced skills, techniques and variations in leading:
    • Relaxation techniques
    • Breath-work
    • Guided imagery
    • Mindfulness
    • Other mindbody techniques
  • Design and demonstrate how to write one’s own scripts
  • Demonstrate how to adapt yoga nidra for specific needs and populations such as:
    • Stress management
    • Physical health (health concerns and medical conditions like insomnia, inflammation, hypertension, etc.)
    • Mental and emotional well-being
    • Behavior change
    • Various age groups / in diverse settings
  • Explain and integrate chakra theory and techniques to enhance yoga nidra
  • Use of mudras (hand gestures) to enhance yoga nidra
  • Demonstrate how to integrate yoga nidra into one’s classes, workshops, and with individuals
  • Get practical tips on designing, marketing, implementing, and evaluating yoga nidra workshops

Upon completion of Level 2 training, graduates will:

  • Be able to teach yoga nidra in groups and private settings in sync with the purpose of the particular trainingYACEP logo Yoga Alliance Continuing Ed Provider
  • Use yoga nidra for advanced personal self-care
  • Have an understanding of the advanced principles and practices of yoga nidra and its uses and benefits
  • Receive a certificate upon completion of the training
  • Yoga Alliance Approved for CEU’s
  • Obtain CEU contact hours (varies per profession)

Textbooks |

Required
1. Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation & Stress Relief by Julie Lusk
2. Yoga Nidra Meditations: 24 Scripts for True Relaxation Print Book or Audiobook by Julie Lusk 
3. One additional Yoga Nidra book of your choice

4. Additional training materials will be provided


Register Now!  Limited enrollment

  • Level 1 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 1
      • In-Person – Sept 15-20, 2023
      • Hosted by Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
      • Details & registration link
  • Level 2 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 2
      • TBA
      • Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
      • Prerequisite – Level 1
      • Details & registration link

Trainer 

Julie LuskJulie Lusk, MEd, E-RYT 500, NCC, focuses on opening, balancing, and strengthening the body-mind-Yoga Alliance E-RYT-500spirit connection through yoga, meditation, transformative relaxation, and guided imagery based on more than 30 years of study and experience. She is an internationally published author and recording artist whose books include Yoga Nidra Meditations,  Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation and Stress Relief, and Yoga Meditations: Timeless Mind-Body Practices for Awakening and 30 Scripts for Relaxation, Imagery & Inner Healing, Vols. 1 and Vol 2. Julie is president of Wholesome Resources.  The retreats, trainings, and seminars she presents are relaxing, reflective and revitalizing.  She is talented in bringing the best out in others through her depth of knowledge, natural lightheartedness, and caring nature.  See additional qualifications here.


Contact Julie Lusk to schedule a training for yourself or for your yoga studio, meditation center, or special group.  

YACEP

Yoga Alliance Approved. 

Call 513-248-9642 (ET)


Register Now!  Limited enrollment

  • Level 1 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 1
        • Online – Jan 5 – 28, 2023
        • Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
        • Details & registration link
  • Level 2 – Yoga Nidra Training & Certification – Level 2
        • TBA
        • Satchidananda Ashram – Yogaville in Virginia
        • Prerequisite – Level 1
        • Details & registration link

 

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