Yoga Nidra Teacher Training

Yoga Nidra Certification Training: A Transformative Journey for Practitioners, Teachers, & Wellness Providers

Yoga Alliance Certified

Embark on a transformative journey into the power of Yoga Nidra. This comprehensive 40-hour certification training is designed for yoga teachers, practitioners, wellness providers, and anyone with a genuine interest in experiencing and sharing the transformative benefits of Yoga Nidra. Whether you’re new to the practice or have years of experience, this immersive program will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to guide profoundly fulfilling Yoga Nidra sessions—whether for your own practice or to share with others- promoting deep relaxation, healing, and personal growth.

Throughout this heart-centered training, you’ll explore the rich history and sacred lineage of Yoga Nidra, discovering its timeless wisdom and how it integrates both Yogic and Western approaches to stress relief and holistic well-being. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the Koshas, the layers of being, and how Yoga Nidra works on the body, mind, heart, and spirit to foster deep, lasting transformation. You’ll also learn how to craft personalized Yoga Nidra scripts, infusing your unique voice and intentions to create profoundly meaningful and impactful sessions- for your students or for yourself- that nurture deep healing and provide the space for manifesting your highest aspirations.

You’ll dive deep into the step-by-step sequence of a Yoga Nidra session, gaining a thorough understanding of each phase and how it guides students into the blissful state of Yoga Nidra. Along the way, you’ll experience firsthand the life-changing benefits of this practice, both in guided sessions and through a 7-day home practice immersion.

In addition to exploring the physiological effects of stress, you’ll learn how Yoga Nidra can gently soothe the nervous system, restore balance, and promote resilience. By the end of this training, you will not only have the tools to enrich your own life, but also the confidence to share this transformative practice with others- helping them reconnect with their true selves and access their inner peace, joy, and highest potential.

40 HOUR LIVE ONLINE YOGA NIDRA TEACHER TRAINING
Foundations of Yoga Nidra & How to Write Your Own Yoga Nidra Scripts
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Program Cost
• Early Bird: $299 USD (through Nov. 30)
• Regular Price: $339 USD
Split payment option available, just reach out to inquire.‍
‍Note: This program is subject to filling, so register early to reserve your spot and enjoy early bird savings!
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Program Schedule
Dates: January 24-26, 2025
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Hours: Friday - Sunday, 10:00 AM- 6:30 PM (Eastern)
• 25 hours of live online sessions with Sagel via Zoom
• 15 hours of self-paced pre-recorded lectures, classes, and guided study

Online Platform Access & Supplemental Materials
Participants will receive access to our online platform, along with a downloadable supplemental manual.
• 15 hours of pre-recorded lectures, classes, meditations, and guided study.
This online platform will be available for you to access for up to 1 year from the program date.
• Access the 130-page downloadable supplemental manual, designed to support your learning and practice. It includes the visual presentations, lesson activity sheets, reflection and guided inquiry journal sheets, full Yoga Nidra scripts, and 7-day practice immersion journal sheets- everything you need to seamlessly organize and integrate your learning.

Interactive & Intimate Setting
Enjoy a supportive and interactive small group setting, where you'll be supported every step of the way. This comprehensive and experiential program combines personal reflections, exploratory activities, practical exercises, and group discussions to deepen your understanding and practice. With enrollment limited to just 12 participants, you'll receive personalized attention and a more intimate learning experience.

All Are Welcome to Join!
Whether you’re a yoga teacher, a dedicated practitioner, a wellness professional, or simply someone passionate about Yoga Nidra, this training is for you. No prior experience is necessary to register- whether or not you’ve completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training certificate, you’ll find a space to grow, learn, and share.

Certificate of Completion
This program is Yoga Alliance Certified. Upon completion, you will receive a 40HR Yoga Nidra Teacher Training certificate.
• Registered Yoga Teachers (RYTs) may submit this certificate to Yoga Alliance for 40 CEUs (continuing education contact hours).

Required Reading
• The Book of Yoga Nidra Meditation Scripts: 30 Yoga Nidra Scripts for Deep Relaxation, Inner Peace, & Manifesting Your Joy by Sagel Urlacher (Available at Amazon.com and other book retailers)
• Yoga Nidra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati (Available at Amazon.com and other book retailers)

Got Questions? I’m here to help! Don’t hesitate to reach out—I’d love to hear from you and am happy to answer any questions you may have.

In this heart-centered and immersive Yoga Nidra certification training, you will:

• Discover the Rich History and Lineage of Yoga Nidra. Explore the profound origins of Yoga Nidra, a timeless practice passed down through generations. Understanding its sacred lineage will deepen your connection to its transformative power and help you share this wisdom with your students in a way that honors the tradition and enriches their experience.
• Navigate the Yogic Map of the Koshas for Holistic Healing. Dive into the layers of the Koshas (the five sheaths of being) to discover how Yoga Nidra works on a multi-dimensional level—body, mind, heart, and spirit. This practice heals and nourishes on every layer of your being, helping you and your students reconnect with deeper states of peace, joy, and emotional balance, while fostering lasting personal transformation.
• Understand the Science Behind Yoga Nidra’s Profound Benefits. Learn about the science that underpins Yoga Nidra, and discover how this practice reduces stress, restores balance, and catalyzes deep healing. As you experience these benefits firsthand, you’ll be inspired to weave these practices into your life, sharing them confidently with others.
• Harness the Power of Sankalpa- Heart-Centered Intention. Embrace Sankalpa, the practice of setting a powerful, heart-centered intention to manifest the life you desire. You’ll gain the tools to guide your students in using Sankalpa to create meaningful shifts in their lives, and you’ll witness your own intentions unfold, bringing about profound, empowering changes
• Uncover and Release Unconscious Barriers. Through the gentle practice of Yoga Nidra, explore self-limiting beliefs, old habits, and unresolved emotions that may be blocking your growth. Yoga Nidra offers a compassionate space to release these obstacles, clearing the path for deeper self-awareness, healing, and empowerment.
• Dive into the Step-by-Step Sequence of Yoga Nidra. Learn the precise sequence of steps that guide your students into profound states of relaxation, healing, and reconnection to their true selves. You’ll discover how to create a safe, nurturing environment where your students can release physical, mental, and emotional tension with ease—guiding them to experience deep inner peace and lasting     transformation.
• Cultivate Your Own Yoga Nidra Practice. Deepen your personal practice to experience firsthand the transformative benefits of Yoga Nidra. As you commit to your own practice, you’ll feel more grounded, centered, and connected—qualities that will inspire you to bring this healing energy to your students and clients.
• Understand the Physiological Impact of Stress and Healing through Yoga Nidra. Explore the physiological effects of stress on the body and how Yoga Nidra offers a gentle antidote. You’ll learn how this practice soothes the nervous system, restores balance, and helps you and your students navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience and calm.
• Craft Personalized Yoga Nidra Scripts for Deep Healing & Manifestation. Discover the art of writing Yoga Nidra scripts tailored to your students' needs. You’ll gain the skills to craft personalized, transformative session sthat guide your students into deep healing and empower them to manifest the life they envision. As you write each script, you’ll be inspired by the profound potential for change in your own practice and in the lives of those you guide.
• Facilitate Transformative Yoga Nidra Sessions with Confidence. Gain the skills and confidence to facilitate deeply fulfilling Yoga Nidra sessions that empower your students to tap into their highest potential. Through your guidance, they will experience a deep sense of inner peace, clarity, and purpose—leaving each session feeling refreshed, renewed, and inspired.
• Experience Live Yoga Nidra Sessions and Complementary Practices. Immerse yourself in live Yoga Nidra sessions, along with Yin-Nidra fusion classes, mindfulness meditations, restorative poses, and breathwork techniques—all designed to nourish and support you on your personal journey. Whether you’re new to Yoga Nidra or an experienced practitioner, you’ll feel deeply cared for and supported every step of the way.
• Receive Three Full-Length Yoga Nidra Scripts. Take home three full-length Yoga Nidra scripts that you can immediately integrate into your own practice or share with your students. These versatile scripts will serve as a cornerstone of your teaching, offering different approaches to deepen the healing experience for those you guide.
• Engage in a Teaching Practicum for Personalized Growth. Participate in a teaching practicum to refine your skills, gain confidence, and receive personalized feedback that helps you become a compassionate and effective Yoga Nidra teacher. This hands-on experience will empower you to guide with clarity, intention, and heart.
• Embark on a 7-Day Yoga Nidra Home Practice Immersion. Fully immerse yourself in a 7-day Yoga Nidra home practice, allowing you to integrate the life-changing benefits of Yoga Nidra into your everyday life. This immersion will deepen your connection to your own inner wisdom, while inspiring you to share the transformative power of Yoga Nidra with your students and community.

The Power and Potential of Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra, often called “the sleep of the Yogi,” is a profound state of relaxation, experienced as effortless pure peace and bliss. Using science-backed techniques, it helps us inhabit deep relaxation, freeing our body, mind, and spirit to abide in limitless, all-knowing, and all-loving awareness. From this serene space, we connect with our truest self and our fullest potential, emerging rejuvenated and empowered to manifest our highest aspirations and joy in every part of our lives. Regular practice of Yoga Nidra empowers us to release deep-seated obstacles and energy blockages, paving the way for the life we truly desire and deserve.

Why Join This Training?

‍Whether you are a practitioner seeking to deepen your personal practice or a wellness provider eager to guide others, this training offers the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of benefits that Yoga Nidra has to offer. By the end of this training, you’ll not only have the tools to enrich your own life but will also be empowered to offer this life-changing practice to others. Yoga Nidra is not just a practice—it’s a gift that has the power to transform both your life and the lives of those you guide.