Yoga Nidra in Charlotte: The Deep‑Rest Practice You Didn’t Know You Needed

Woman lying in savasana during Yoga Nidra class at Palestra with instructor seated in background



Yoga Nidra, often called “yogic sleep,” is one of the most restorative and profound relaxation practices in the modern wellness world. Unlike traditional yoga, Yoga Nidra is practiced lying down, fully supported, warm, and comfortable, while the instructor guides you through breath, awareness, and deep rest. At Palestra, we offer Yoga Nidra twice a week (Mondays and Thursdays) because our students consistently tell us it is the class that changes everything: sleep, anxiety, burnout, and mental clarity.


What Makes Yoga Nidra Different


Yoga Nidra intentionally shifts the nervous system into a state between waking and sleeping. This unique state activates the parasympathetic nervous system—your body's natural “rest and restore” mode. While meditation requires focus, Yoga Nidra allows the mind to float gently, making it accessible to everyone, even beginners.


Benefits You Can Feel Immediately


• Reduced stress and anxiety

• Improved sleep quality

• Enhanced emotional regulation

• Lower physical tension

• Greater clarity and calm


Many students describe a Yoga Nidra session as feeling like hours of restorative rest. For those juggling work, parenting, and chronic stress, this class becomes a weekly anchor point.


Why Yoga Nidra Belongs in a Modern Wellness Routine


Charlotte has grown rapidly, and with it the stress load on families and professionals. Yoga Nidra offers a way to reset the mind and body without exertion, sweat, or intensity. It supports individuals who experience:


• Burnout

• Insomnia

• Overwhelm

• Chronic stress

• High-functioning anxiety


A Signature Experience at Palestra


Our Yoga Nidra classes are intentionally crafted to be deeply soothing, therapeutic, and safe. Instructors guide you through progressive relaxation, visualization, and gentle breathwork. Room lighting, temperature, and sound are controlled to foster complete release.


Join Us Mondays and Thursdays


Whether you’re new to meditation or simply craving a way to slow down, Yoga Nidra is the most accessible path to rest. We welcome you to join us every Monday and Thursday to experience the transformation for yourself.