The former Toon midfielder has spoken of his relief at returning to action having spent the past 11 months as a frustrated spectator following a double leg break.
The England international has had to undergo an intense regime of rehabilitation but is now looking to next season with renewed optimism.
Having pencilled in a return date against former club Ipswich on August 4, Dyer is confident he will soon be back to his best.
Dyer: "I joined in with everything. We had a warm-up, a keep-ball session and finished off with a little match.
"It's been a very long time but it felt good and I'm absolutely delighted to be back. I got through the session with no setbacks or reaction.
"It's just so good to be involved again. I had a few setbacks but have been able to put all that behind me now. I've worked hard to get through it all.
"Once the pre-season fixtures came out, I noticed we were playing Ipswich. I thought that would be a good game to pencil in for my return."
He arrived at St James' Park from Ipswich Town in a £6m deal in July 1999.
Easily the best of Ruud Gullit's transfers. England international who played in the 2002 World Cup in Korea/Japan.
Winger/midfield player who had it all but success went to his head. Known as "Bling" because of his jewelry.
Refused to play on the right wing for Robson at Middlesbro, threw down the captain's armband, and suffered for it. Then had a fight with Lee Bowyer during the Aston Villa game in 2005.
Spent every season on the treatment table at some time, and became a liability.