The Skokie Laughing Yoga Club meets once a month. Oct., Nov., and Dec. will be on the 3rd Sat. of the month. There are no dues or requirements to join. There are no jokes and you don't have to perform. In fact, you don't have to be especially happy. If you're willing to laugh, clap and breathe, then you are ready for laughing yoga!

The purpose of this meet up is to share the knowledge and wisdom, physical and spiritual aspects of Ayurveda with people who would like to improve quality of their physical and emotional wellbeing, to be a support group for those who need this support, to be a “home”, a place of meetings for likeminded people. There are  lectures, presentations, and workshops on different topics of Ayurveda and related Vedic sciences, like Yoga, Astrology, and Vastu Shastra. Most of the events are hosted by the …

Isha Yoga derives from the heart of the yogic science from India. When practiced, it brings well-being and a deeper awareness of who you really are. People who have been practicing this have benefited from maintaining their health and as a result managing their life situation better than ever before. This meetup exists to provide a forum to learn more about Isha Yoga by meeting with people who practice it and with the teachers who will periodically be offering programs in the Chicago area.

The Nude Yoga Chicago Meetup is formed to allow members the opportunity to practice non-erotic, non-sexual yoga with certified yoga instructors and other yogis of like mind who enjoy the deeper connection with their Selves while practicing Yoga (Hatha, Kundalini, Vinyasa, Tantra), Reiki, Energetic and Holistic Healing and specialized workshops without the encumbrances of clothing. We are a community of beginning, intermediate, and advanced yogis that enjoy practicing Yoga Sans Clothes in a comf …

Join us for Thai massage, yoga, meditation, partner yoga, kirtan, music, food and wine. We welcome beginners and experts to meet, learn and have fun. Thai Bodywork School of Thai Massage (http://www.thaibodywork.com) is one of the largest Thai massage-focused schools in North America. We have a beautiful studio space in Evanston, IL and host events each month, including Thai massage intros, yoga and meditation classes, and more.

Dedicated to a harmonious yoga lifestyle, this group is for you if you love to chant, sing, play music, or dance! If you want a way to meditate using sound and silence, movement and stillness, community and self-reflection. If you want to deepen your yoga experience, spiritual connectedness, or mental clarity. We participate in kirtan and chanting events around Chicagoland with fierce joy, peace, and love in our hearts. Namaste.

I am starting this group as a reaction to what I see as a necessary, but neglected aspect of what it is to be human, and living in this age. All of us, to some degree, store emotional patterns in the body. The purpose of this storage is to protect the ego so we can maintain some stability during times of stress. This is not a flawed function of the body. The protective emotional armoring that results over time needs to be addressed otherwise there is the possibility of a progression toward vario …

Drawing from multiple faith traditions, yoga has evolved across the ages as a means of tuning the body for prayer and meditation. Join us as we explore the multiple spiritual and physical benefits of yoga practice while explicitly integrating prayers and spiritual themes of our Catholic faith. Typical sessions include an opening prayer, inspired movement & strengthening, and contemplative prayer to close. The program focuses on various themes to coincide with the liturgical calendar and progress …

Release of physical stress and tension, structural body-integration, strengthening, and energetic expansion are not only for the super-athletic and able-bodied. This group exists to support, instruct and serve individuals who are: living with physical disability, in various stages of health or dis-ease, or recovering from illness, injury or physical trauma. My own experiences with chronic illness and the benefits of yoga practice inspired me to become a yoga teacher, certify in Adaptive Yoga w …

We promote health, wellness and connectiveness with our bodies through yoga, physical fitness classes and nutrition/diet seminars. Our goal is to guide individuals to implement the healing elements of yogic practices and minful knowledge of one's body. Anyone interested total body wellness, beginners and master alike, are welcomed and encouraged to join us today!

Let's build a community of belonging, peace, natural healing, and awareness through yoga practice in Ravenswood! Join us at local Ravenswood and North Chicago locations to practice yoga. Build awareness, strength, vitality, and love for your Spirit and body. Come to classes lead by Candice Wu, a local yoga teacher, graduate student of clinical psychology, and former art teacher. Candice’s yoga classes are compassionately sequenced to connect and integrate your whole body so that poses become eff …

My name is Chrissy Gonzalez and I am a yoga teacher/nutritionist/animal advocate. This group was inspired from my absolute love and devotion for yoga and animals. I want to create a community of yogi's and animal lovers who are passionate about rescuing animals as well as educating the public about responsible ownership of pets (neutering,spaying,training, etc.). I plan on teaching donation based classes throughout Chicago. All the proceeds from these classes will go toward local shelters and re …

Yoga & Ayurveda – ancient Vedic sister sciences together, the way to Self-Healing and Self-Realization. Healing workshops with Ayurveda,  Yoga classes,   Meditations,  Ayurvedic cooking classes,  Ayurvedic wellness consultations. Truly Relaxing Environment at the House of Ayurveda, every Class is very special - fusion of Mind & Body, not just Athletics. Find more about North Shore Yoga Ayurveda at www.ayurvedichouse.com

Welcome to Everybody Yoga - a free program started by Moksha Yoga Center to share yoga’s immense benefits with the entire community. Throughout the year, we bring free yoga classes to parks, beaches, festivals, and beautiful places in Chicago.

A Meditation Group based on the Kriya Yoga Teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of the spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi, and inspired by the core spirituality found at the heart of all faith traditions. Our meditation group is for those seeking... -To learn how to meditate, using ancient, proven techniques -To share spiritual fellowship, friendship and support with others -To have a deeper understanding of the universal science of yoga -Greater energy, health, success and poise in …

This is a group for anyone interested in restoring their health, happiness, and peace with healthy eating, yoga, and meditation. We can meet to discuss best ways to lose weight, control blood sugars, and high blood pressure. Many other medical problems can be controlled or cured with healthy eating and living. We can also do light yoga stretching and meditation training to increase the flexibility and awareness of our body and emotions. I am a registered and licensed nutrition specialist working …

A veteran yogi of 18 years as she began yoga at 15 years of age. Tirzah Fujii 33 years of age has developed a deeply healing "Primal scream-combination yoga", one that uses the pain and discomfort of going deeper into both general, and specific yogic poses, to release anger and pain by screaming while in your poses on the exhale. Screaming is a very good way to release anger, which if left un-expressed will turn into stress kept in the body which causes poison that in turn reaps havoc, disease, …

Amrit yoga is for people who are interested in transforming stress into peace. This unique style of yoga blends dynamic action and meditative awareness within each pose of the sequence flow. Created by Yogi Master, Amrit Desai (more fondly known as Gurudev) and founder of Kripalu yoga, created Amrit yoga for every body. As one enters into the depth of this practice, the postures become both therapeutic and spiritual in nature. Learn to breathe, be present with what is, relax and let go. Come as …

Please join us for 90 minutes of connecting, meditating, yoga and relaxation. The First Wednesday of every month, you can take time to nurture yourself and create more inner balance. Your life becomes more peaceful and clear, and all your relationships can improve. HeartCentered Connections offers a community in which you can enjoy being authentic, open and expansive. Linda Kroll, LCPC, JD, a Chopra Certified meditation, yoga and perfect health instructor facilitates the group. This is a communi …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in yoga,meditation,healing chakra meditation, Life Particles meditation, energy meditation. Also for parents interested in teaching yoga to their kids. I started this group to offer quality body and mind connection that is affordable. All levels are welcome. We meet weekly.

Teach yoga? Connect with other yoga teachers in Chicagoland's western 'burbs. Join us to see how we can support, inspire and educate each other. More importantly, we will create a sense of community, rather than competition. Meetings will be monthly...and the group will determine the direction of the meetings. Some suggestions: Book club, Acro-yoga practice, Fundraisers, Workshops, Discussing those awkward teaching situations...

This group is for Dahn Yoga healers to meet and practice with other members and non members who are interested in energy meditation and healing their body.  The focus of this practice is to heal the body, improves flexibility, create inner peace and outer harmony. About the leader: A Dahn yoga member for over a year and also a Dahn healer who would like to share what I have learned to help others create a healthy and peaceful body. Do you want more energy? How about a leaner body and better slee …

For all who want to learn more about Ayurveda - Diet, Cooking, Nutrition, Herbs, Yoga, Lifestyle. Learn how easy it is to improve your health with the simple yet profound principles of Ayurveda. We offer informative seminars for those who are new to Ayurveda, as well as in depth professional trainings for those who want to become Ayurvedic Wellness Coaches. Dr. Paul Morehead, PhD, Associate Chair of the Department of Physiology at Maharishi University of Management in Fairfield, Iowa. Paul is an …

Is your body or your mind telling you that it's time for a tune-up? Do you already have a yoga and meditation practice that you would like to breath new life into? Or... have you reeeally been meaning to try out that "yoga stuff"? We all seem to agree that everyone is at their own point on the path toward wellness. However, the less obvious truth is that there are many people within your own community who are at the exact same point as you are; ready to begin, but unsure about how to do so! Whet …

This group is for all the nudists out there. Join us for great, all level, yoga classes, beginner to advance students welcome. The goal is to create a variety of classes, beginners, partner, coed, men only, etc. As the group grows so will the offerings. All classes are taught by certified yoga instructors. We are an open group, with like minded people. Complete acceptance of all people will be requested, and people from all walks of life welcome. If you are a beginner looking to get more flexibl …

Yoga & BOOTCAMP Class Start with some basic stretching to get you warmed up and then work it! BootCamp will take your fitness to a new level in a supportive environment. Expand your focus with unique strength and circuit training classes to jump start your metabolism and increase your cardiovascular endurance. Classes combine strength training, aerobic activities, cardio drills, and muscle conditioning exercises. Enhance agility, speed, power, strength, and quickness. BOOTCAMP: Tom Stretching & …

Sahaja Yoga is a unique method of meditation based on an experience called Self Realization where one awakens his or her own inner energy. Through this process an inner transformation takes place by which one becomes integrated and balanced. One can actually feel the all pervading divine power as a cool breeze, as described in all religions and spiritual traditions of the world. Sahaja Yoga was founded by Shrimataji Nirmala Devi in 1970. Since then Shri Mataji has dedicated her life to transform …

This class is for all levels of experience! You do not have to have any Yoga or Ki Gong experience. Learn and practice simple Yoga & Ki Gong exercises. Yoga consists of stretching, breathing, and meditation. Ki Gong is a non-combative Energy Martial Art used for strengthening and realigning the body. Ki Gong exercises include circulation forms, energy accumulation, deep stretching, and lower body strengthening postures. Benefits from Yoga and Ki Gong include increase in energy levels, better foc …