Yoga & Meditation Instructor - Founder & Director St Pete, FL Yoga Festival - Founder Awaken 2 Yoga

She will be leading 'Yoga Nidra' at 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM in the Auditorium on June 20th.

Many people know Yoga Nidra at as a powerful method for deep rest and improved sleep—and while it is an incredible non-sleep deep rest (NSDR) practice, its benefits reach far beyond that. Yoga Nidra can support nervous system regulation, deep emotional release, a sense of inner steadiness, and even layers of personal healing.

Yoga Nidra: Deep Rest and Renewal with VandanaLife guides you into practices that help soften stress, rejuvenate your mind and body, and support more peaceful sleep.
Through these teachings, you will learn how to:
• Drop into a level of relaxation you may have never experienced
• Reconnect with your inner purpose and intuition
• Explore and lovingly shift core beliefs
• Cultivate acceptance and compassion for your inner world
• Soothe anxiety and overwhelm
• Navigate life’s transitions with clarity
• Improve the quality of your rest and sleep

Vandana Dillon (E-RYT 200) A longtime devotee of spiritual leader Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma), Vandana Dillon has been a steadfast guide in Tampa Bay’s yoga and meditation community for over 17 years. She has collaborated with Amma at spiritual retreats across the U.S., and has trained thousands in meditation and yogic practices. Her teachings span Yoga Nidra, Sound Healing, IAM Meditation, Reiki, AcuRestore, and women’s empowerment. Vandana leads classes and workshops at Awaken 2 Yoga (in the serene Sunken Gardens), as well as Nava Yoga Studio, Yoga Village, and Journey into Fitness. Vandana is the visionary founder behind initiatives such as the St. Pete Yoga Festival, Awaken Yoga 4 All Kids, and Karma Kitchen: A Mother’s Kitchen Project. She is currently serving her second term as President of the Florida Yoga Teacher’s Association, and continues to lead retreats, including a recent two-week journey to Rishikesh, India, with plans to return in 2026 for a Sound Healing Certification Retreat.

Follow her journey: Instagram: @vandanadillon108 Facebook: Vandana Dillon 

Step into a sacred space of grounding, grace, and inspiration as master teachers Vandana Dillon and Marina Lagler guide you through a transformational Hatha yoga experience, woven with flowing elements, alignment-based foundations, and spiritual depth. This masterclass is designed to illuminate the inner light through the wisdom of traditional Hatha yoga, enhanced with modern, heart-centered offerings. Through breath, movement, and stillness, you’ll be guided into a deeper embodiment of presence, peace, and self-awareness. Expect: • A soulful sequence rooted in traditional Hatha yoga, infused with mindful Vinyasa-style flows • Inspirational quotes and readings from Yoga Masters, including Swami Sivananda, Amma, and others • Essential oils gently diffused and applied to encourage emotional grounding and upliftment • Reiki energy healing offered during poses, especially in Savasana, to support energetic alignment and integration This immersive practice is suitable for all levels and will leave you feeling rejuvenated, aligned, and connected to your inner light.

Access her class on our Main Schedule!