Yoga Nidra for Changemakers Facilitator Training Level 1 is a two day, 20 hour training designed to give you a foundation in leading Yoga Nidra guided meditation. This course is created to support those of us doing care work and organizing through difficult times. It is an opportunity for activists, teachers, yoga instructors, bodyworkers, healthcare providers, and anyone that is organizing, leading and providing care for others while simultaneously caring for themselves.
Over our weekend together, and then continuing the practice with recorded Nidra and journaling prompts, participants will walk away with distinct skills for working with others in group settings:
Day One:
Yoga philosophy for revolutionary practice
Critical review of ableism, anti-fat bias, and the impact of language
Nervous System overview & applications of meditation
Accessible yoga for third spaces and off the mat
Preparing ourselves to lead and facilitate group practice
Setting the space: creating inclusive spaces for traumatizing times
Day Two:
Basics of a Yoga Nidra script
Scope of practice - leading with integrity
Yoga Nidra and harm reduction
Teaching special populations
Adaptions & Adjustments - creating flexible containers of care
Nidra benefits: yoga philosophy meets neuroscience
At Home follow up (you have 60 days to complete and submit the assignments)
Opportunity to use DayDream as practice space and build community
Final project review and feedback on your recorded Nidra practice.
No prior yoga experience is required aside from our Yoga Nidra Immersion. All of the skills can be adapted depending on what is needed and within your scope of practice.
Time commitment is 2 weekend days (May 2nd & 3rd 10-5) and then 3 hours of at home practice. Once you have submitted your final project you will be invited to Level 2 of the training (scheduled for Fall 2026, dates TBD). The Yoga Nidra Immersion (either 4 week or 1 day is a prerequisite for this training.)
Cost is $295 for the program and includes our scheduled time together, feedback & mentorship, and a PDF manual. Scholarship spots are available. No CEUs or accreditations on this one, but you will be joining the extended DayDream Team and will have the opportunity to practice in the space at the successful completion of the Level 2 training.