Mindful Rest Yoga Nidra Teacher Training
Summer 2024
The Deeply Restorative Practice of Yoga Nidra
This 80 Hour Immersion and Certification provides an experiential and contemplative understanding of Yoga Nidra in both yogic philosophy and scientific research, as well as various applications for deep relaxation, stress management, chronic pain, anxiety and depression.
Yoga Nidra can be successfully used in personal practice, yoga classes, social work, massage and physical therapy, as well as alternative and integrative practices.
Includes:
Hybrid training format: Live online with option for in-person (Kelowna BC)
Comprehensive Digital Training Manual
Development of the skills to lead groups and individuals in a Mindful Rest Yoga Nidra practice
Yoga Nidra for specific populations
Yoga Nidra Script Cards
Access to our library of Mindful Rest Yoga Nidra practices
Clinical/Therapeutic Applications with Psychotherapist and Certified Yoga Teacher Zenia Mihevc
Training Overview
Yoga Nidra is a live online training. Each module is a mix of lecture and experiential practices. All live sessions are recorded and will be available here on our course platform to watch again at your own pace, as well as the resource library of practice videos, meditations and learning materials to view at any time.
Friday - Sunday
Friday: 4:00-7:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am-12:00pm + 1:00pm-4:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am-12:00pm + 1:00pm-4:00pm
Wednesday evening sessions 4:00-6:00pm
Friday - Sunday
Friday: 4:00-7:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am-12:00pm + 1:00pm-4:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am-12:00pm + 1:00pm-3:00pm
All times in PT Pacific Time (Vancouver)
Timeless Wisdom
In Yoga Nidra we become submerged in receptive and eventually deeply meditative states of consciousness and brain waves. In this practice we become witness to our body, emotions, thoughts and beliefs. Yoga Nidra is specifically designed to allow you to enter a sleep-like state while remaining consciously alert and awake.
What you will learn:
Creating and Working with Intentions-Sankalpa
The Structure for Facilitating
Using Mindful Rest Yoga Nidra Script Cards and Designing Practices
Yoga Nidra for Specific Populations
Delivery Methodology
Clinical Applications for Yoga Nidra in practice:
We will explore and discuss key considerations including
Client Suitability – trauma
Time and Duration, Setting
Informed Consent
Integration in and out of sessions
What Our Graduates Are Saying…
“I have not experienced such a profound sense of knowing myself as I did when I participated in my first Mindful Rest Yoga Nidra. I knew that I needed to take this training so I could share this incredible gift with others. I cannot say enough amazing things about Sonya, or this training.”
“Wow! What a time for me to find this practice! In this year full of noise, chaos and stress, I am so grateful for this Yoga Nidra Training. I learned so much about the brain, everyday stressors and how to handle them effectively, communication, yoga philosophy and more. To be able to guide yoga nidra is an incredible skill to have in this day and age, so thank you Sonya for sharing your wisdom with me!”
“The Yoga Nidra Training was so much more than I expected. I am excited to share the amazing experience but the personal journey was, and will continue to be, life changing. I immediately knew Sonya would be an amazing teacher because of her passion. Such a wise and old soul.”
“The Yoga Nidra training was transformative. Sonya has such a wonderful balance of deep, passionate, profound insight and a ‘no b.s.’ approach; so authentic in everything she shared.”
“I feel like a door has opened to a different and exciting new world! Sonya’s passion and knowledge of yoga and yoga nidra is so evident. This was an amazing personal journey.”
Instructors
sonya thomlinson
A Certified Yoga Therapist, Sonya has co-founded 2 yoga studios in Western Canada as well as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in the US. As a teacher trainer for 20 years, Sonya guides students into an authentic listening and honoring of the body’s innate wisdom.
zenia mihevc
Zenia Mihevc BSW MSW RSW E-RYT is the founder and clinical director of A Little Zen based in the Greater Toronto area. Zenia’s passion is creating a safe space for my clients on their healing journey towards wellness. Zenia’s depth of knowledge and clincal skills have been recognized across Canada.
Her expertise includes grief, trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, addictions, interpersonal relationships, acute and chronic health conditions, death and dying, life transitions and aging across the life course. alittlezen.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question that is not answered here, please reach out: sonya@sonyathomlinson.com
How much yoga nidra experience do I need to do this training?
This training is designed to give you a foundational understanding of yoga nidra. Prior experience is not necessary, although you may find it beneficial to practice yoga nidra as much as you can before the training so that your body and mind can be prepared to move easily from sympathetic dominance to a parasympathetic response.
Do I need to be a yoga teacher to do this training?
Not at all! This training may be taken for your own personal practice and understanding. This is also a beneficial technique that has been implemented by social workers, therapists and school teachers.
What happens if I miss a live Zoom session or want to watch again?
All of our live sessions will be recorded and made available right here on our course platform to catch-up or watch again.
Certification Process:
A dedicated practice of Mindful Rest Yoga Nidra prior to the Immersion is strongly recommended
A daily practice between the Immersion and Certification
100% attendance to all sessions (including recordings)
Practice teaching of 8 group and/or private yoga nidra classes
40 Hours in-person and/or live Zoom instruction
40 Hours home study consisting of prerecorded lectures, reading and homework assignments including practice teaching and final practicum
Register Now!
Payment for the full certification may be made in full or 2 installments of $1111.00 via e-transfer. Click the button below for credit card payment. Send E-Transfers to: sonya@sonyathomlinson.com
Tuition: $2222.00 (CDN)
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My life has forever been changed through this training. I can confidently say that from this day forward, I will forever be striving to view the world from witness, from Self, acting from a place of Love and pure Light. Thank you for sharing a gift with me that will forever change my path. - JDC, Kelowna, BC