THE ESSENCE OF YOGA NIDRA - Weekend immersion exploring the art and science of yogic sleep

Join Sarah Machado and Rayne Watkin for a full weekend immersion (Friday June 4th and Saturday June 5th) held in the quiet inner Melbourne suburb of Caulfield (address to be revealed on purchase). During these immersive two days discover and/or deepen your understanding of the ancient practice of Yoga Nidra as well as receive deep rest and restoration. This immersion is for seekers, healers and teachers.

Date: June 4 to June 5th 2027

Time: Friday (9 - 4pm) Saturday (10 am -5 pm)  *Please Note the time difference (arrive 5-10 minutes prior)

Location: Caulfield Victoria in a private gorgeous space to be revealed once you have purchased your ticket - we will email all information a week before the event.

Parking - plenty and free

Early Bird Price - $575 until Nov 11 2027 After that - $650

We are open to payment plans.  Contact us directly if this may be needed.

What to expect:

DAY 1 - The history, the science  and foundational practices

- The Historical evolution and appreciating the different schools of Yoga Nidra

- Unpacking the science of how this technique works and its benefits (stages of sleep, brain waves)

- The difference between the technique and the state of Yoga Nidra

- Explore AUM and the 3 states of consciousness, and the koshas in relation to the practice

- Preparatory techniques to deepen your practice

- 3 guided Practices and self-enquiry

DAY 2 -  Facilitating greater understanding and experience of the STATE of Yoga Nidra.

- Deepening your understanding of Turiya and the state of Yoga Nidra

- Exploring the heart as a deep place of rest

- Dharma, Karma, Sankalpa

- Time guiding others with peer support and feedback

- 3 guided advanced Yoga Nidra practices

Both days participants will be guided through gentle breath work and simple movements to help prepare the body and mind for practice.

Price includes:

- Tea and vegetarian snacks and lunch on both days.

- Comprehensive manual with plenty of space to write.

- Recording of Yoga Nidra Practices for you to keep.

- Props: mats, bolster and blankets (feel free to bring more).

We offer sadhana support to help integrate and deepen your practice on completion of the immersion.

We have been honoured to share these teachings with so many beautiful beings, here are some of things they have had to say

Testimonials of past participants

‘It was such an informative, generous training.  The class resource is fabulous, thank you’ - M

“My heart feels so open, i feel so connected.  This practice is so divine’ - K

‘Sarah and Rayne are all heart, that is why signing up for their Yoga nidra course felt like coming home to me.  After two days i felt held, nourished and empowered.  I highly recommend the course as I know it is going to be a game changer in my own healing journey’.  

'My mind is actually blown! I knew Yoga Nidra was amazing from all I have read, but yesterday’s experience was next level'. SC

‘It was an incredible day. Great Content, well delivered, made accessible and some great practical practices as well.  With my yoga therapy work YN is going to be an important element’. Bri

‘you both teach from your giant hearts and that is the difference. The knowledge, wisdom, and experience you offer is real and life changing. What a gift to share. Thank you both so much.’  KB