Over a span of 2 months, you have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the profound meditation technique of Yoga Nidra. During this transformative experience, your body gracefully reclines, inviting your consciousness to explore new dimensions of timelessness, expansion, and awareness. Teaching and experiencing this ancient practice can open the heart and mind to a deeper understanding of relaxation and the boundless expanse of consciousness.
This training goes beyond merely acquiring a new meditation technique; it is an exploration and expansion of your inborn potential — an invitation to be authentically yourself and step into your unique light.
In this comprehensive training, the focus is on the first three layers of the body: Annamaya Kosha (physical body), Pranamaya Kosha (energy body), and Manomaya Kosha (emotional/mental body). Yoga Nidra, when combined with the intentional setting of a Sankalpa (an intention), becomes a powerful tool. The course introduces and develops the art of crafting and working with a Sankalpa.
During this 30-hour immersion, you will delve into the foundational teachings of the practice, explore various styles, and study sacred texts. Traditional Yoga Nidra techniques, including those of the Himalayan Masters and Bihar School, are covered. Additionally, you will be introduced to other styles such as IAM Yoga Nidra, iRest, Clear Light, and Shamanic Yoga Nidra practices. A significant aspect of the training involves closely working with a Sankalpa, which evolves and transforms throughout the shared time. The curriculum also includes the study of the neurological science behind Yoga Nidra, the influence of the Koshas on the practice (5 bodies), and the health benefits of Yoga Nidra on the nervous system. Upon completion, you will leave with four unique sample Yoga Nidra scripts, including one crafted by yourself during the process.
07:00 to 07:15 - Herbal tea
07:30 to 09:30 - Asana, pranayama, and relaxation
09:30 to 10:30 - Breakfast time
11:00 to 12:00 - Anatomy
12:30 to 13:30 - Philosophy lecture
13:30 to 14:30 - Lunch
14:30 to 15:30 - Personal study
15:30 to 16:00 - Cleansing and Karma yoga
16:00 to 17:30 - Asana alignment, adjustment, and practical training
18:00 to 19:00 - Meditation
19:00 - Dinner
21:00 - Lights out
We host our Portugal IT's at Orada, a family-run, eco-sustainable retreat center, located in the woods of Odemira, Alentejo, South West Portugal, bordering Algarve. The center focuses on organic farming and conscious nutrition, meditation, and nature contemplation spaces.
This mystical teacher training in Portugal curriculum is influenced around Peruvian Medicine Wheel, providing students with a unique and spiritually driven course that goes beyond just a certification.
Called by the energy of Portugal’s ocean, mountains, spirits, and each other, we invite you to come to evolve on your spiritual and yogic path. You will gain knowledge in yoga alignment, anatomy, adjustments, philosophy, and Ayurveda.
Highlights:-
You will be served delicious gourmet breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day included in the price. Permaculture is a primary focus at Orada. You will be served delicious and nutritious vegetarian food, sourced almost entirely from the garden. Enjoy Portugal’s famous daily homemade bread, themed menu nights, and evening dining with music by the fire. Three mostly vegan or mostly gluten-free meals per day are included in your room. Fully gluten-free meals prepared with care and originality can be served upon request for an additional fee.
When traveling outside of your home country, it is a good idea to take the extra steps to protect your immune system. If you have never traveled outside of your country, this may make you more susceptible to getting tummy sickness because your body will be exposed to unfamiliar bacteria. Even though the retreat center has filtered water, they recommend bringing a water filter or water purification tablets.
The following meals are included:
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
