RESTORATIVE & YOGA NIDRA TRAINING
in collaboration with SOMA SPACE studio
-over four days, choose your own adventure & dive into an understanding of yoga’s subtle practices-
Yoga boasts a wealth of subtle practices, the kind that surprise one with their efficacy and simplicity. This training invites participants into a relationship with two of yoga’s subtle gems: Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra. Walk away with both the confidence and excitement to offer these practices to yourself, your family or your students. This program is about more than becoming a restorative and nidra teacher, this is about equipping you with the know-how to rest and relieve stress. Restorative and yoga nidra are effective tools for new parents, caregivers, seasoned students and instructors alike. This program is one-of-a-kind and barrier-free: all bodies, all levels of experience (including none!) are welcomed.
Divided into four days, Taryn offers a comprehensive introduction to restorative yoga and yoga nidra. The program will:
- ground the modalities of restorative yoga and yoga nidra within the larger context of yoga philosophy;
- train you in teaching eleven restorative yoga postures, their modifications, and restorative yoga sequencing;
- teach the basics of anatomical movements to better enable you to see bodies and assess structure and postures to maximize rest;
- allow you to define your own teaching steps and to practice teaching poses in sequence;
- train you in teaching the art of yoga nidra, including leading in-person and online classes, best practices and script preparation;
- equip participants with the tools to walk away and teach a restorative class, and enhance their asana classes with restorative/nidra practices;
- empower participants with stress-reduction tools including simple breath work and gentle movement.
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Website: taryndiamond.com *
* You can access a free collection of nidra practices to try at home here: https://www.taryndiamond.com/nidra-recordings
Instagram: @taryndiamond
Bio:
I am a mama, yoga teacher and lifelong student of the practice. I care about making yoga accessible and relevant.
I adore pairing knowledge from yoga’s longstanding tradition with newer ways of knowing ourselves, like neuroscience.
My biggest love is sharing effective and meaningful rest with my students.
I view offering yoga nidrā and restorative yoga as an act of service, enabling all of us to slow down and recharge.
Training and Education:
500+ Hours of Training from Octopus Garden Holistic Yoga Centre
9 Years of Advanced Yoga Philosophy Studies with Hali Schwartz
Recent Completion of Yoga Philosophy Teacher Training
Certifications:
ERYT-500 and YACEP (Continuing Education Provider) with American Yoga Alliance
Eligible to Lead Programs with Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Schools
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DATES AND TIMES
FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
Wednesday July 10 - 6:30PM to 9:00PM (ONLINE orientation & group practice)
MODALITY ONE - Restorative Yoga
Thursday & Friday July 11 & 12 - 8.30AM to 5.30PM (60 min lunch break on each day)
*expect a minimum of 2 hours asynchronous study for homework & assignments
MODALITY TWO - Yoga Nidrā
Saturday & Sunday July 13 & 14 - 8.30AM to 5.30PM (60 min lunch break on each day)
*expect a minimum of 2 hours asynchronous study for homework & assignments
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COSTS
MODALITY ONE - Restorative Yoga Training - 375€
MODALITY TWO - Yoga Nidra Training - 375€
THE FULL EXPERIENCE - 50 hour training on both modalities - 700€
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You choose your adventure by joining Taryn for one or both modalities.
In addition to scheduled attendance, program requirements include:
Practice:
-attend 3 restorative yoga classes (in person or online) with an eye for how they are facilitated and send me a note on your take-aways
-practice yoga nidra at home (using my recordings) three times and send me a brief note on your experience
-practice yoga nidra with three other instructors with an eye for how they are facilitated and send me a note on your take-aways (note - classes can be live or a recording)
Restorative teaching:
-set up someone in two restorative postures and send me images for feedback
-draft a brief sequence (4 poses max. not including savasana) and explain the intention
Yoga Nidra teaching:
-draft one stage of the practice with specific language and intention
-record one stage and send it to me for feedback
Take home exam:
-available by email on July 20, 2024
