Total Yoga Nidra Teacher Training
A 5-Day in person training with Uma Dinsmore-Tuli 26-30 March 2026
About the training
The Total Yoga Nidra Teacher and Facilitator Training is designed for yoga teachers and practitioners who wish to share Yoga Nidra with confidence, whether in group settings, one to one work, or therapeutic contexts. The training offers Total Yoga Nidra, a comprehensive and non-dogmatic approach that honours a wide range of Yoga Nidra practices while recognising that people experience Yoga Nidra in many different ways.
Uniquely, this training explores Yoga Nidra in its full living spectrum. You are invited to deepen your own intuitive practice beyond fixed or trademarked forms, while gaining a clear understanding of different methods, lineages, and levels of experience. Total Yoga Nidra is approached as an intelligent and adaptive practice that supports deep rest, healing, and self-discovery.
The training is designed by Uma Dinsmore-Tuli and Nirlipta Tuli, who together bring over forty years of experience in practice, teaching, and therapeutic application of Yoga Nidra. The course is experiential and comparative in nature, supporting both personal development and professional teaching skills. The training is certified by the International Association of Yoga Therapists for APD.
Training format
This is an intensive course delivered in two parts. The first part takes place in person at De Pastorie in Diemen, Amsterdam. The second part is delivered live online via Zoom. Included in the training fee are three video-recorded Total Yoga Nidra Open Circles to support integration and continued study.
Completion of the Total Yoga Nidra Online Immersion Experience is required before beginning the teacher training. This prerequisite can be taken online and must be completed prior to the start of the course.
Training structure & requirements
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The in-person module consists of five full training days with Uma at De Pastorie in Diemen.
Alongside this, you receive access to an online learning sanctuary, recordings of the Open Circles, downloadable Yoga Nidras for pre-course listening, and comprehensive written materials.
The training offers sixty hours of guided study, practice, and support, encouraging the development of a personal daily Yoga Nidra practice alongside teaching skills.
Throughout the course there is space for questions, dialogue, peer practice, and direct feedback on your teaching.
The training also includes follow-up online tutorials, guidance for an in-depth case study, and access to recordings of live Yoga Nidra sessions delivered during the training.
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During the training you learn how to design and deliver Total Yoga Nidra practices that are responsive to different contexts and needs. The course offers a clear understanding of the structure and function of Total Yoga Nidra, alongside relevant principles of yogic psychology and philosophy. You will also explore the historical development of Yoga Nidra across lineages, and learn how to teach with sensitivity to emotional and inner experience, while working within appropriate safety guidelines.
Graduates receive a certificate of completion, access to the Graduate Circle, and inclusion in the Teacher Directory.
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In addition to the live modules in April and May, the training involves ongoing self-study, personal practice, and engagement with recorded materials. The total time investment is approximately sixty hours across the full duration of the course.
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Before joining the training, completion of the Total Yoga Nidra Immersion Experience is required. This foundational course introduces comparative and creative approaches to Yoga Nidra and must be completed before the teacher training begins. You can take the course online on demand here.
About a month before the start of the training, you will receive the full reading list and preparatory materials.
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Assessment takes place in two parts. During the online module you will guide a short Yoga Nidra practice for your peers and tutor and receive feedback. In addition, you will complete a case study involving the design and delivery of a series of Yoga Nidra sessions. The case study is submitted within three months after the course concludes.
Optional Evening Class: Yoga Nidra & Tarot
25 March 2026, 18:00-21:00 hrs
Welcome home to yourself. This evening opens with a gentle and nourishing Yoga Nidra, creating space for a shared Motherpeace Tarot reading that unfolds as a collective experience. Through this intuitive and co-creative approach, Yoga Nidra and Tarot come together to support inner listening and connection with your own inner teacher.
Guided by Uma’s intuitive and feminine way of working, the evening offers a fresh way of meeting both practices. Mantra and kirtan are woven in to support rest, reconnection, and a sense of being held. You can expect to leave the evening feeling rested, inspired, and quietly connected to yourself.
The evening class can be joined on its own, or added to your teacher training booking at a reduced rate when booked as part of the full training.
The Teacher
Uma Dinsmore-Tuli
Uma Dinsmore-Tuli has been practicing yoga since early childhood and teaching since 1994. Her work is rooted in yoga therapy, with a particular focus on women’s health and the restorative potential of Yoga Nidra. Uma is widely recognised for her pioneering contribution to Yoga Nidra and is the author of influential books including Yoni Shakti and Nidra Shakti.
Through her international teaching, trainings, and therapeutic work, Uma explores how yoga can support deep rest, resilience, and vitality across different phases of life. Her approach is shaped by decades of practice, research, and clinical experience, and is informed by yoga tantra and adapted for contemporary contexts.
My connection with Uma began years ago when I first met her as a student during her Yoga Nidra Teacher Training. That meeting grew into a long-standing collaboration rooted in shared values and care for the practice. Since 2018, Uma has been an integral part of Global Flow, often together with her partner Nirlipta, and we’re grateful for the generosity and depth she continues to bring to our community through her decades of experience.
Global Flow x Uma
Event details
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Teacher Training
Dates: 26-30 March 2026
Times:
10:00 - 18:00 hrs daily. Schedule is indicative and subject to small changes.
Nidra & Tarot Evening:
Date: 25 March 2025
Time: 18:00- 21:00 hrs
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Teacher Training:
For the teacher training we welcome you at the beautiful Pastorie in Diemen:
De Pastorie
Hartveldseweg 24
1111 BG Diemen-Amsterdam
Nidra & Tarot Evening:
We welcome you at studio Iokai in Amsterdam Old-West:
Agatha Dekenstraat 28
Amsterdam
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Teacher Training:
Day 1 | Thursday 26 March | 10:00 - 18:30 hrs
Day 2 | Friday 27 March | 10:30 - 18:30 hrs
Day 3 | Saturday 28 March | 10:00 - 18:30 hrs
Day 4 | Sunday 29 March | 10:30 - 18:30 hrs
Day 5 | Monday 30 March | 10:00 - 18:00 hrs
Schedule is indicative and subject to small changes
Nidra & Taro Evening:
18:00 - 21:0 hrs
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Teacher Training + Nidra & Tarot Evening:
€1889
Teacher Taining:
€1849
Nidra & Tarot Evening
€50
All prices include VAT
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This training is open to practitioners, teachers and non-teachers, and facilitators who feel called to share Yoga Nidra in a grounded and responsible way. It is suited for those who wish to deepen their own practice while learning how to guide others, whether in group settings, one to one work, with family or in a therapeutic contexts. A sincere interest in Yoga Nidra and a willingness to engage in personal practice and reflective study are essential.
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The training takes place at De Pastorie in Diemen, located just next to Amsterdam East. The venue is easy to reach by bike and public transport, with the tram stopping directly in front of the building. Parking is available in the surrounding area. Doors open shortly before the start time, and we recommend arriving a little early so you can settle in comfortably.
There is a lovely lunch cafe in De Pastorie with home made lunches, great coffee, matcha, and sweets.
Yoga mats are available at the venue, though you’re welcome to bring your own if you prefer. There are blankets and props available, but we recommend bringing your own favourite blanket, sheepskin, pillow, or scarf to build your nidra nest. Please bring a reusable water bottle, as tap water is safe to drink.
Location
We are gathering at De Pastorie in Diemen, located just outside Amsterdam and easily reached within twenty minutes from Amsterdam Central Station by public transport.
This beautifully renovated former parish house now hosts a fully equipped yoga studio alongside a welcoming café where you can enjoy a relaxed lunch or a warm drink during the day. With its calm atmosphere and intimate setting, De Pastorie offers a supportive and cosy environment that feels especially suited for the depth and restfulness of the Yoga Nidra sessions.
FAQ
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register for the immersion.
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Yoga mats are available at the venue, though you’re welcome to bring your own if you prefer. There are blankets and props available, but we recommend bringing your own favourite blanket, sheepskin, pillow, or scarf to build your nidra nest. We also recommend bringing warm socks. Please bring a reusable water bottle, as tap water is safe to drink.
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Before joining the training, completion of the Total Yoga Nidra Immersion Experience is required. This foundational course introduces comparative and creative approaches to Yoga Nidra and must be completed before the teacher training begins. You can take the course online on demand here.
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In order to access the studio you need to be able to walk up two stairs as the studio is located in the roof of the building. Other than that, no physical capabilities are required. If you are dealing with an medical issues, please inform us before the start of the training.
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All immersions are taught in English.
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De Pastorie is located in Diemen on the East side of Amsterdam and is easily accessible by public transport, with a tram stopping in front of the venue. Parking is available in the surrounding area, though it can be limited.
The venue is accessible on foot and by bike, and we recommend using public transport where possible. To enter the studio you ned to walk u to flights of stairs. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please feel free to contact us in advance.
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Accommodation is not included in the immersion. Amsterdam offers a wide range of options close to the venue, and the best choice often depends on personal preference and budget.
Many participants choose to book an Airbnb, which is widely available in Amsterdam. Staying in the area around the Vondelpark is a convenient option, with neighbourhoods such as the Vondelkwartier, Oud-Zuid, and Oud-West all within walking distance or a short bike or tram ride.
There are also several hotels nearby. For those who prefer a hostel, Stayokay Vondelpark is located just a two-minute walk from De Roos.
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All bookings and cancellations and are subject to our booking- and cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing these policies carefully before booking. You can find the full details on our Booking Policy page and our Cancellation Policy page.
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If you have any questions about the immersion, please feel free to contact us through the contact form. We’re happy to help.