Call or text (352)-204-3234 for questions or to schedule your visit.

We look forward to your visit and to facilitating your authentic reconnection with nature and the rewilding of the soul. Ichetucknee Yoga Club & Outdoor Meditation Center is a Shinrin Yoku forest bathing sanctuary and yoga retreat center in north central Florida, located just three miles from the Ichetucknee Springs State Park South Entrance on US 27.

We are located at 27627 43rd Road in Branford, FL 32008 .

Please note that on Google and Apple Maps, 43rd Road is also known as Mulkey Road.

Discover Nidra Yoga

Nidra Yoga, often called yogic sleep, is a deeply restorative guided meditation practiced while lying down in a comfortable position. Unlike traditional meditation, there is no effort to concentrate or control the mind. Instead, you are gently guided into a state between waking and sleep where the body fully relaxes while the mind remains quietly aware.

A typical Nidra session moves through stages such as:

  • Settling into stillness and physical comfort
  • Breath awareness to calm the nervous system
  • A guided body scan, bringing attention to different areas of the body
  • Gentle visualizations and awareness practices that deepen relaxation

This process allows the body to shift out of stress mode and into a parasympathetic, restorative state. Many people describe Nidra as feeling like hours of sleep in a single session, often leaving with a sense of clarity, emotional balance, and deep calm.

The Nidra Yoga Experience at the Lake

Here at Ichetucknee Yoga Club & Nature Retreat, Nidra Yoga is more than just a practice—it’s an environment.

Our sessions take place in a peaceful lakeside setting, surrounded by cedar (juniper) forest and the quiet presence of a spring-fed lake connected to the Florida aquifer. As you settle in, you’ll hear the subtle sounds of nature—wind through the trees, distant birds, and the stillness that only comes from being away from the noise of daily life.

Your experience typically includes:

  • A 50-minute guided Nidra session, including a ~20-minute body scan
  • Comfortable positioning on a mat or blanket in our open-air pavilion
  • A naturally calming atmosphere shaped by fresh air, filtered sunlight, and lake energy

Many guests arrive after a full day at the springs or kayaking, and Nidra becomes the perfect way to unwind, reset, and integrate the day. It’s not uncommon to drift into a dream-like state and return feeling completely renewed.

The Perfect Pairing: Crystal Sound Bath Healing

For those looking to go even deeper, we recommend staying for our 30-minute Crystal Sound Bath Healing immediately following Nidra.

As you remain in a relaxed state, the tones of crystal singing bowls gently wash over you, helping to:

  • Extend and deepen the relaxation response
  • Support emotional release and mental clarity
  • Create a full-body sense of resonance and calm

Together, Nidra Yoga and sound healing form a seamless experience—a complete reset for the nervous system, especially after a day spent outdoors.

Why People Love It Here

There’s something different about practicing Nidra in a natural setting like this. It’s not just relaxation—it’s reconnection.

  • No walls, no noise, no rush
  • Just you, the breath, and the quiet rhythm of nature
  • A space where doing nothing becomes exactly what you need

Whether you’re visiting the springs, traveling through the area, or simply looking for a way to slow down, Nidra Yoga at the lake offers a rare opportunity to truly rest.

Come as you are. Lie down. Let go.