Course curriculum

  • 01

    Welcome!

    • Welcome to the Journey!

    • Training Overview

    • The Dragonfly Movement

    • Schedule, Zoom & Recordings

    • Introduction Circle

    • The Roots and Lineage of EcoNIDRA™

    • Your Own Practice

    • Quiz

    • Terms & Conditions
  • 02

    Module 1 - Silence

    • Learning Objectives

    • Silence - Introduction

    • Reverse Bucket List

    • What is EcoNIDRA™

    • The Benefits of EcoNIDRA™

    • EcoNIDRA™ vs. Yoga Nidra

    • Joining a Live Session

    • Quiz
  • 03

    Module 2 - Earth

    • Learning Objectives

    • Earth - Introduction

    • The Facilitation of EcoNIDRA™ Sessions

    • The 10-Step Flow of EcoNIDRA™

    • Sample Session Scripts

    • Assignment: Writing your own Script

    • Your Own Practice

    • Quiz
  • 04

    Module 3 - Water

    • Learning Objectives

    • Water - Introduction

    • The Language of EcoNIDRA™

    • EcoNIDRA™ as a trauma-informed practice

    • Assignment: The Language of EcoNIDRA™

    • Joining a Live Session

    • Nature Soundscapes

    • Tutorial: Sharing Sound on Zoom

    • Tutorial: Creating your Playlists

    • Assignment: Prepare your Playlists

    • The Power of Kindness

    • Live Q&A Session

    • Halfway Through: Reflections on the Journey
  • 05

    Module 4 - Air

    • Learning Objectives

    • Air - Introduction

    • The Voice that Reconnects

    • Live Masterclass: The Voice That Reconnects

    • The Science of EcoNIDRA™

    • Brain waves in EcoNIDRA™

    • Planting the Seeds of Transformation

    • Exploration: What is alive for you?

    • Relaxing Each Other

    • Preparing for your Final Project

    • Quiz
  • 06

    Module 5 - Fire

    • Learning Objectives

    • Fire - Introduction

    • Relaxing Each Other

    • Authentic Marketing

    • Assignment: Authentic Marketing

    • Being Discovered

    • EcoNIDRA™ Corporate Wellness Programs

    • Live Masterclass: The Voice That Reconnects

    • Your Own Practice

    • Quiz
  • 07

    Module 6 - Space

    • Learning Objectives

    • Space - Introduction

    • Relaxing Each Other

    • The Art of Non-Doing

    • Your Vision

    • Assignment: Your Vision Statement

    • Live Q&A Session

    • Resources Library

    • Quiz
  • 08

    Module 7 - Dragonfly

    • Learning Objectives

    • Dragonfly - Introduction

    • Relaxing Each Other

    • Your Final Project

    • In your own Words

    • Final Sharing Circle

    • Community & Support

    • Final Reflections

  • 09

    Certification

    • Your EcoNIDRA™ Teacher Certification

    • Values and Competencies of EcoNIDRA™ Teachers

    • The Certified EcoNIDRA™ Teachers Directory

    • May I remember

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Where Shavasana meets Nature Connection

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Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Kat is the founder and teacher of EcoNIDRA™. Kat's passion and mission are to help people reconnect with nature, with themselves and others, by focusing on deep relaxation, slowing down, the heart intelligence and the relationship between humans and the planet. As a certified Forest Therapy Guide, Kat has guided more than 420 groups in both private and corporate settings. As a former Forest Therapy trainer (ANFT) and EcoNIDRA founder, she has trained about 230 Forest Therapy guides and 140+ EcoNIDRA teachers to spread this connective work even more. As a Chair of the European Council of the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, Kat has served to nourish the community of European Forest Therapy guides. Kat has more than two decades of experience in teaching adult students in both private and InCompany settings. She is trained in Yoga Nidra, Forest Therapy, Holistic Nutrition, Cross-Cultural Communication, and is using her skills, gifts and passion to help improve the wellbeing of humans and the rest of nature.

Kat Mertens

Founder, Certified EcoNIDRA™ Teacher

Contributors to the Training

Some of the best experts in the field contributing to the EcoNIDRA™ Teacher Training.

Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Shirley is an integrative health promoter and advocate, yoga nidra teacher, best-selling author, award-winning fitness industry leader and health journalist. Shirley will share with you her knowledge about trauma informed practices and language.

Shirley Archer

Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Gordon Hempton, The Sound Tracker®. Emmy-winner, author of One Square Inch of Silence, and environmental activist. Gordon has searched the globe for more than three decades to record nature at its most pristine. EcoNIDRA™ Teachers in training will have a chance to read Gordon's amazing book, receive a large discount on his nature soundtracks and consult their use with Gordon personally.

Gordon Hempton

Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Peter Jacobson is the Founder of Total Vocal Freedom. In special Masterclasses for EcoNIDRA™ Teachers, trained Alexander Technique/Voice specialists form Total Vocal Freedom will show you how to find a vocal quality and tone that is authentic, engaging and free. The result will be a voice that connects your heart to other hearts.

Peter Jacobson

Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Katharina is an Embodiment Coach, Embodied Yoga facilitator and Yoga Nidra geek. She is of service to those who are ready for transformation to become the embodiment of their highest expression in this lifetime. For EcoNIDRA™ Teachers, Katharina will share her knowledge of the science behind the brain waves in EcoNIDRA™, as well as the transformational potential of the practice.

Katharina Pilhofer