iRest Yoga Nidra for Veterans
About this Class
NOTE: This class is for Veterans only Come back to yourself with iRest. This deep meditation is a wonderful nervous system reset for every human. Used in military settings as a top tier therapy for PTS and operational stress you will rest deeply in stillness for body & mind. This practice is a wonderful support for stress relief, mental health and pain. Make sure you are in a comfortable physical position, a chair or lying on the floor or in bed. If you are lying, down place a pillow under your knees and heels to rest the back. You may want a blanket to cover you as your body temperature will drop during class. Instruction is primarily verbal cueing; minimal physical demonstration. Recommended props: blanket, pillows
This class is appropriate for all students with all experience levels, including new and beginner students who are still learning the basics.
Gentle, almost no movement.
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We require all students to have their camera ON for the duration of class. This is for a few reasons: for the safety of all students, and for the teacher to be able to give in the moment feedback and support. Read more about this here.🎥 Camera-On Classes
We require all students to have their camera ON for the duration of class. This is for a few reasons: for the safety of all students, and for the teacher to be able to give in the moment feedback and support. Read more about this here.Meet Your Teacher
Annie Okerlin, C-iRest®, C-IAYT, has been an adaptive yoga teacher since 1999. While owning Yogani Studios in Tampa, FL she began the Exalted Warrior Foundation supporting the seen and unseen injuries of our service members with amputations, those with orthopedic poly-trauma, traumatic brain and spinal-cord injuries, PTS, and depression. Annie is a Certified iRest® teacher and uses this modality in a military setting with active duty & Veteran service members on a daily basis. She is grateful that her practice supports her being the best mom she can be to her son.
Learn moreWhat Students Are Saying
Amesia P
I recently participated in an iRest Yoga Nidra class during a particularly stressful day, and I wasn't sure what to expect. However, by the end of the session, I experienced a profound sense of calm and relaxation that I hadn't felt in a very long time, if ever. The practice helped me reconnect with a deep sense of inner peace, providing a much needed respite from the day's challenges. My experience certainly reflects that. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have discovered this practice and look forward to incorporating it into my routine Annie was amazing, I’m usually not into guided meditation however, Annie’s voice allowed me to fall into a much needed relaxation.
May 27, 2025
LaMar S
First time that I have tried this technique and I strongly felt the intended effects I believe. Definitely will continue and improve mindfulness and presence!
Nov 5, 2024
Michael M
I have mental health issues, although the meds help a little, I find groups such as this one really help keep my mind centered, the body calmer, and all around more positive attitude and outlook. Very grateful for these classes
Jul 11, 2024
Maryanne B
This class is transformative. I can enter the class tired and worried and leave energized and at peace. the class has been life-changing for me. Thank you.
Jul 11, 2024
Kathleen G
Excellent class!! You can relax fully and are able to ask questions and interact with instructor.
Feb 19, 2024
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iREST Yoga Nidra with Annie
This deep meditation is a wonderful nervous system reset for every human. A 30 minute practice to add support for stress relief, mental health and pain.