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what is Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation practice known as “yogic sleep,” where the body rests deeply while the mind remains gently aware.
Through breath awareness, body scanning, visualisation, and guided relaxation, Yoga Nidra supports the nervous system to slow down and settle into deep states of rest and restoration.
Practised lying down in a comfortable position, It is often said that one hour of Yoga Nidra can feel as restorative as several hours of sleep.
Yoga Nidra is a practice of effortless rest. There is nothing to achieve, fix, or force. Simply by allowing yourself to pause and be guided, space is created for relaxation, restoration, and a deeper connection with yourself.
Nidra = Sleep
Nidra is Sanskrit for “Sleep”
therefore Yoga Nidra means “Yogic Sleep”
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Activates the parasympathetic nervous system. The rest & digest response
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Helps you to fall asleep faster and to stay asleep longer
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Restores nervous system balance and resilience
feeling wired but exhausted?
Yoga Nidra may support you if
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You struggle to switch off
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You often feel mentally overloaded
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You feel tired but restless
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You carry a lot of tension
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You often feel emotionally overwhelmed
after a yoga nidra session you may feel
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Ready for Deep Sleep
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More Grounded
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More Peaceful
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Refreshed
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Calmer
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Lighter
Yoga Nidra is a form of aware sleep, a state of consciousness between sleep and waking.
It is a restorative, meditative practice that creates effortless relaxation by guiding you, step by step, deeper into your physical and inner landscape.”
― Raegan Robinson
15 Australian dollars
What to expect in a
yoga nidra session
Yoga Nidra is experienced lying down in a comfortable position with eyes closed, allowing the body to rest while the mind gently follows the practice. It can be practised on a bed, lounge, yoga mat, or anywhere you feel comfortable lying down and fully supported.
Sessions guide you through different stages of Yoga Nidra, such as setting an intention (Sankalpa), rotating awareness through the body, breath awareness, sensory awareness, and visualisation practices that encourage the body and mind to enter deep states of rest.
There is nothing you need to force, achieve, or “get right” during a session. Some people remain fully aware the entire time, while others drift between wakefulness and sleep. Every experience is unique and perfect as it is.
As the practice deepens, you may notice the body feeling deeply relaxed and grounded, almost as though you are melting into the surface beneath you. Some people experience vivid imagery, emotional release, deep stillness, or the sensation of drifting between wakefulness and sleep as the nervous system settles into rest.
Things you may like to have nearby :
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Blanket or warm layers
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Pillow or yoga bolster for comfort
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Water bottle
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Journal (optional, for reflections after the session)
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Headphones for a more immersive experience
Before the session begins, create a quiet and comfortable space where you can fully relax without interruption. Come as you are, and allow yourself the opportunity to rest deeply.
Give your nervous system a chance to
rest without pressure
Yoga Nidra is a guided practice for deep rest.
Simply get cosy and be guided into deep relaxation.
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No Yoga experience needed
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Rest from bed, couch or floor
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Camera optional for online sessions