Rooted in Tradition, Designed for Modern Life
LILA YOGA SCHOOL 50HR RESTORATIVE TEACHER TRAINING 2026 - REGISTRATION OPEN
The Architecture of Ease: 50-Hour Restorative Yoga Training
A CPD Immersion with Nadine Watton at Līlā Yoga School
In an era of constant "doing," the ability to facilitate true rest is one of the most valuable skills a yoga teacher can possess. Join Nadine Watton for a grounded, resource-rich, and deeply practical 50-hour journey into the art and science of Restorative Yoga.
Drawing on over two decades of experience, Nadine delivers a syllabus that has been evolving since 2017—balancing high-level theory with lightheartedness, humour, and an open heart.
This training is open to qualified yoga teachers and serious practitioners of yoga.
Why Choose This Training?
This isn’t just a course; it’s a mentorship. Whether you are looking to level up your professional offerings or deepen your personal relationship with stillness, you will find a supportive community at Līlā Yoga School.
For Teachers: Gain the confidence to facilitate specialised classes and workshops, design "Restore & Flow" classes, and master the use of props to support every body type.
For Serious Students: Go beyond the surface. Immerse yourself in the "why" behind the practice, from Samkhya philosophy to the mechanics of the nervous system, enriching your personal practice for years to come.
MEET YOUR FACILITATOR
Nadine has been practising yoga since the late 90’s, sharing the teachings of yoga since 2000 and facilitating teacher training since 2017.
Training in the Viniyoga style with her main teacher David Charlton with whom she continues to study with regularly, Nadine discovered the compassionate, healing benefits of a yoga practice. She delights in the gifts yoga offers on so many levels, is always hungry to learn more and loves to share the joys of all aspects of yoga.
Nadine has made a specialism working with Yin and restorative practices whilst working with an inclusive and trauma informed approach. Facilitating yoga teacher training since 2017, Nadine strives to make the ancient teachings of yoga accessible for all.
Why learn with Nadine at Lila Yoga School?
Nadine delivers this training from a grounded place, with humour and practical ways of learning. This training has been growing and evolving since 2017 and you will find it rich in resources and thoughtful concepts - giving you clarity on your personal yoga practice and teaching practice.
Drawing on 30 years of yoga practice experience, and 25 years of teaching experience, Nadine strives to strike a balance of theory and practical work, empowering you with the tools for a deeper personal practice as well as bringing an abundant offering to your yoga students.
Nadine aims to deliver with an open heart and is always here for you to discuss thoughts and how everything sits with you. You are not alone on this journey.
Nadine Watton E-RYT 500
TESTIMONIALS
“I would most definitely recommend this training to others. Nadine is such a kind and informative teacher, as well as a truly knowledgeable facilitator. I felt supported right the way through and questions/comments were always welcome. I am so incredibly satisfied, if not, 'wowed' by the experience I had. 10/10, you should do your Yin/Restore training with Nadine!”
“I honestly felt this was unparalleled. You've obviously experienced everything, your knowledge is so deep but you're a perpetual student who is still learning and is sitting almost as an equal in many ways on your learning journey. I never once thought I was going to fall asleep at 3pm so I felt totally engaged. I never felt myself or anyone was judged or excluded. Extremely accommodating and kind. Really well held.”
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Our 50-hour curriculum (45 in-person hours) is designed to give you a 360-degree understanding of restoration.
Nervous System Regulation: Deep dive into the nervous system, the stress response, and the stages of relaxation.
Mastering the Props: 45–50% of our time is spent "in the lab"—breaking down postures, exploring setups for different bodies, and learning inclusive, accessible ways of delivering the practice.
The Power of Breath & Mind: Daily 120-minute guided practices including Pranayama and Meditation, plus student-led Yoga Nidra.
Seasonal & Thematic Wisdom: Learn to weave restorative principles into vinyasa and create nurturing, seasonal practices that meet students where they are.
This training is delivered via a "flipped classroom" model: all theory talks are pre-recorded and sent to you 4 weeks in advance, allowing our in-person time to be dedicated to practice, discussion, and hands-on learning.
By the end of this training, you won’t just be teaching poses; you’ll be facilitating experiences. You will walk away with the confidence to lead specialised workshops, integrate restoration into active flow classes, and offer your community the deep medicine they are craving.
"You are not alone on this journey." At Līlā, we prioritise connection. Nadine is always here to discuss how the teachings sit with you, ensuring you feel empowered every step of the way.
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2026 Dates (Friday – Sunday, 8am – 5pm):
Module 1: September 25th – 27th
Module 2: October 23rd – 25th
Investment in Your Practice:
The investment for this course is £950
Teachers: Receive a Certificate of Qualification (50 CPD hours for Yoga Pros/Yoga Alliance).
Serious Students: Receive a Certificate of Attendance to mark your deep dive into the yoga tradition.
Days run from 8am - 6pm.
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We dive deep into the mechanics of the parasympathetic nervous system and the poetry of the subtle body.
The Architecture of Propping: Learn how to customise every pose for every body type using bolsters, blankets, blocks, and yoga belts.
The Science of Stress: Understand the polyvagal theory and how restorative poses physically down-regulate the nervous system.
The Gift of Sequencing: Master the "arc of a class"—how to move students from the chaos of their day into a state of profound stillness.
The Teacher’s Presence: Refine your voice, your pacing, and your ability to create a "brave space" for emotional release.
"Invite yourself to experience the ocean of stillness that always lives at the centre of your being." - Judith Hanson Lasater
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Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years of yoga practice. Yoga Teachers must hold a 200-hour certificate to teach Restorative Yoga professionally following this course.
Refine Your Craft. Support Your Community.
Are you ready to offer the medicine of stillness? Whether you are refining your voice or exploring ways to better understand and support anxiety, this course provides the clarity and tools you need.