Yoga Nidra

The first Wednesday of the month 6.45pm - 7.30pm;

Wednesday 6 November 2024

Wednesday 4 December 2024

Yoga Nidra also known as Yogic Sleep is a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping, induced by guided meditation. During the practice you lie down, or sit if you prefer and are guided through several stages, designed in such a way to naturally connect your body and breath which helps to slow down the brainwaves. When that happens, the parasympathetic response of the body is induced, responsible for deep restoration, relaxation and healing. And while not a substitute for actual sleep, 45min of Yoga Nidra has been shown to be equivalent to 3 hours of normal sleep.

Thought of as one of the most accessible forms of meditation, it has all the benefits of meditation, including but not limited to the below;

• Releases tension in the body and mind, refining physical and mental health
• Relaxes the mind
• Improves thought patterns and reduces stress
• Clears the mind for learning and absorbing new material
• Improved self-esteem and confidence
• Improved mindfulness in day to day life
• Helps with creativity
• Enhanced neuroplasticity
• An efficient way to obtain sleep and can help with sleep
• Lowers blood pressure

What to wear and bring;

• Wear comfy clothes you can lie / sit in for 45 minutes
• An exercise / Yoga mat to lie on
• A blanket to cover yourself with

Please come to the side door of The Pantry 8020 Brigg on Springs Parade. Doors open at 6.35pm and please arrive no later than 6.40pm. Please note if you arrive after this time we can't guarantee you will be let in as we need to lock the door before the session starts.

A little bit about Emma:

Emma has been practising Yoga for 18 years, teaching it for 4 years, guiding Yoga Nidra for 2 years and loves what Yoga can do for the mind, body and soul.

She completed a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Course in Rishikesh, India learning Ashtanga Vinyasa and Hatha as well as various Meditation and Pranayama (breathing) techniques.

She first experienced Yoga Nidra in India in 2019 and now practices it regularly on her own as well as guided by other teachers, for her personally finding it one of the deepest meditative states and practices. She completed a Yoga Nidra teaching course with Nada Yoga School Rishikesh in 2021 and now enjoys offering this practice to others.

If you have any questions, please contact Emma on 07734 086693 or email [email protected]

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