By repeating shapes with different orientation to gravity, this class will turn poses right side up, upside down and sideways exploring what's still the same when gravity changes. This workshop challenges what 'success' means on the mat, and offers an opportunity to explore our personal interpretations (and preconceptions) of effort and ease in a focused, intentional way. Check out Julia talking about her class HERE
Unroll your mat for an invigorating full-body flow where you will explore postures that destroy stress, boost metabolism, amplify your mood, and heighten your awareness. This practice is meant for any level, whether you are a green or seasoned yogi. The foundation-building class will work every muscle through movement and breath at a moderate, but intuitive pace.
You MUST watch this beautiful introduction from Nikki HERE
Radiant Body Yoga (RBY) is a holistic approach to yoga, which has its roots in the ancient Kundalini and Tantric traditions. These practices are designed to awaken each practitioner to their higher nature. They offer a potent combination of physical posture, breath work, kriya, meditation, and chanting. They increase strength, build vitality and create mental clarity.
RBY serves practitioners and teachers at every level of experience. For the beginner it provides a complete picture and powerful pathway to personal development. For the seasoned practitioner it offers an advanced users manual for the mind body system.
RBY is a lifestyle dedicated to helping those individuals on their path and serious about self-inquiry and living an extraordinary life. It is a practice of opening mind and heart to the vibration of Truth and resonating from that place so that all thoughts and actions are in alignment with our Self. Watch Benny G and Jen share more about this class HERE
Sun Flow is a form-based (alignment) class that will mix flow and holding postures to start the morning energized and feeling ready for the day! The class will effectively open the body specifically focusing on hips and hamstrings. We will also be reviewing rotations of the body and energetics of the practice throughout class. This is perfect for someone just beginning in practice or a student wanting to deepen their understanding of all the subtle aspects of posture.
Come connect to your inner child through a principle myth from India! This myth represents how yoga positively effects our lives. This myth shows us that when we are confronted with life's challenges we can creatively navigate these obstacles, growing ourselves spiritually and living from the heart. When we live from the core of our being, we are grounded, better prepared to reach our highest-potential, discover our most creative self and live a satisfying life. This is an intermediate Anusara Hatha yoga practice focusing on hip-openers and assisted-handstand. Be prepared to chant and meditate. Adventurous spirits encouraged with some yoga experience. (Anusara School of Hatha Yoga is a teacher-led school. Anusara translates often as, "flowing with Grace." Some wisdom from the Kularnava Tantra, "By stepping into the current of grace, the student becomes capable of holding what is of value from the guru." Watch Desiree's video where she shares more about her class HERE
Kundalini Yoga is the yoga of awareness. The power of Kundalini Yoga lies in the actual experience. It goes right to your heart and extends your consciousness so you may have a wider horizon of grace and knowing the truth. We will discuss the basics of Kundalini Yoga including breathwork, meditation, kriyas, mantras, and chanting which will focus on healing the heart center. This workshop includes a yoga practice and is suitable for all levels. Dan Shanahan, yoga teacher and musician, will enhance the practice by taking us on a musical journey with guitar and harmonium.
In addition, you will immerse yourself in the healing sounds of the gong tuned to the planet Uranus and healing the Sacral Chakra, balancing emotions. The gong is one of the oldest musical instruments in the world. Based on ancient wisdom, the gong vibrates at the same frequency as the body allowing the body to heal itself. The gong balances the central nervous system and aids in deep meditation. Singing crystal and Tibetan bowls will also be added to raise the vibration and heighten the experience.
Watch Jenny and Dan share more about their class HERE
As asana is “the needle” and meditation is the “thread”, this class will weave together the Mind and Body of the Yogi. Tairi Grace (RYT 500, LCSW), Owner of Sense of Samadhi in Yorkville, IL and her partner Paul Hansen (Owner of Organic Affirmations, Inc.), will guide this 75 minute all levels class. While moving through asana, this class will awaken a new physical, emotional, and spiritual awareness that both heals and elevates participants to a new energetic level. Guided meditation journey is integrated throughout the practice.
