Candlelight Yoga Nidra & Restorative Yoga

A Monthly Full Moon Series

Our Candlelight Yoga Nidra & Restorative Yoga Full Moon Series invites you to pause at the turning point of each lunar cycle. Practicing under soft candlelight, we settle into supported restorative postures that allow the body to release tension while guided Yoga Nidra meditation gently leads the mind into profound relaxation.

Held once each month near the full moon, this practice offers a peaceful space to reflect, restore your energy, and reconnect with yourself.

These monthly gatherings take place at Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove, Illinois, welcoming students from throughout the western suburbs including Naperville, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Lisle, and the greater Chicago area.

Whether you are new to restorative yoga or an experienced practitioner, this evening is designed to meet you where you are.

Join an Upcoming Full Moon Gathering

Experience deep rest and reflection through restorative yoga and Yoga Nidra meditation.

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A Monthly Ritual of Rest & Reflection

The full moon has long been associated with illumination, reflection, and renewal.

In yoga traditions, this time in the lunar cycle can be a powerful moment to pause, release what feels heavy, and return to a sense of inner balance.

Our Candlelight Yoga Nidra & Restorative Yoga gatherings are intentionally slow and spacious. With gentle guidance and supportive props, you will rest in restorative poses that calm the nervous system and prepare the body for meditation.

The practice concludes with Yoga Nidra, often called yogic sleep, a guided meditation that allows the body to rest deeply while awareness remains gently present.

Many students leave feeling grounded, nourished, and restored.

What to Expect

Each Full Moon gathering includes a blend of restorative yoga and guided meditation designed to support deep relaxation.

  • Restorative Yoga

    Gentle, fully supported postures using blankets, bolsters, and blocks help release muscular tension and invite the body into a state of rest. These poses are held for several minutes, allowing the nervous system to settle.

  • Yoga Nidra Meditation

    During Yoga Nidra, you will lie comfortably as you are guided through a deeply relaxing meditation. This practice can help quiet the mind, reduce stress, and promote restorative rest.

  • A Candlelit Studio Environment

    Soft candlelight creates a peaceful atmosphere that encourages inward reflection and a sense of calm.

Together, these practices create an evening devoted to stillness, restoration, and mindful awareness.


What is Yoga Nidra?

Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation practice, often called yogic sleep, that allows the body to rest deeply while the mind remains gently aware. Practiced while lying comfortably in stillness, this meditation guides awareness through a series of calming observations that help the nervous system settle and the mind release tension.

Research suggests Yoga Nidra may support:

• deep relaxation
• stress reduction
• improved sleep
• nervous system regulation
• emotional balance

At Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove, Yoga Nidra is frequently paired with Restorative Yoga to create a complete experience of rest and renewal.

If you are curious about practices that support relaxation and mindfulness, you may also enjoy exploring reflections from our teachers in the Yoga Among Friends blog.


Who This Practice Is For

This workshop is especially supportive for those seeking:

• deep relaxation and nervous system reset
• support for stress relief and emotional balance
• improved sleep and restfulness
• a gentle yoga practice accessible to all levels
• a quiet space for reflection and meditation

This practice is welcoming for beginners as well as experienced students. No prior yoga experience is required.

Student resting in supported restorative yoga pose by candlelight during a Yoga Nidra meditation practice at Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove.

Upcoming Full Moon Gatherings

Join us for an upcoming Candlelight Yoga Nidra & Restorative Yoga workshop in Downers Grove.

Each gathering follows the same gentle format while offering a unique meditation theme inspired by the energy of the full moon.

April Pink Moon
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May Full Moon
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June Full Moon
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July Full Moon
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August Full Moon
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September Full Moon
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October Full Moon
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November Full Moon
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December Full Moon
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Event Details

Meets: Occurs near each Full Moon on select Fridays
Time: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Investment: $30
Location:
Yoga Among Friends
Downers Grove, Illinois

This gathering is intentionally small to maintain a quiet, supportive environment. Early registration is recommended.

What to Bring

Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to relax fully.

The studio provides yoga mats, blankets, bolsters, and props to support restorative poses. You are also welcome to bring anything that helps you feel comfortable during meditation.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • No experience is required. The practice is gentle and fully supported.

  • Comfortable clothing that allows you to relax fully.

  • Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation practiced lying down, designed to bring the body into deep rest.


Reserve Your Spot

Spaces are limited for this intimate candlelit gathering.

Take this time to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself through the quiet practices of Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra.

View upcoming Full Moon gatherings and reserve your place.


If you enjoy this practice, you may also enjoy our weekly Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra classes at Yoga Among Friends.