Meditation Classes in Chicago, IL

“The great spiritual texts describe what it means to be free. The Work is the how. It gives you a direct entrance to the awakened mind. Some people spend years trying to figure out what’s the matter with them. When you come to The Work, you don’t have to figure it out. You already know what’s wrong with you: you’re believing your stressful...

Take Crossfit to the water in this low-impact, high-intensity class! Participants will run thorough cardio and resistance exercises to help build strength and endurance. This is a great program for people new to exercise or for hard-core exercisers who need to give their joints a break!

Intensify your Pilates routine by incorporating apparatus equipment! The Reformer, a spring-loaded resistance machine, is one of the low-impact and effective ways to tone muscle, strengthen joints and realign the body. Experience in Mat Pilates classes recommended (try them on the group fitness schedule!) for Beginning and All Level classes. This...

Whether you are a longtime meditator or have never given meditation a try, peace breathing can enhance a meditation practice. The bright vibration of peace breathing coincides with the harmonious rhythm of the universe, building the energy of peace within while simultaneously sending healing energy out to the world. It combines the vital energy of...

Absorb the ancient vibrations of sacred mantras and connect in satsang—to sit together in truth—with sound, breath, and meaning. Experience short meditations and chant mantras in devotional practice. Kirtan is a powerful path to an awakened state of being as you elevate your spirit, open your heart and raise the collective consciousness. Kirtan...

Qi Gong is a type of Chinese medical exercise that can be described as “moving meditation.” It is designed to improve strength and flexibility as well as to cultivate qi, the vital energy of life. The type of qi gong that we practice together was taught to your instructor Dong Chen by her father, Grand Master Zheng Hong Chen, who used qi gong...

Tai chi from the Yang style is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. This course continues with in-depth study of the Yang style for students who have completed the intermediate class and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. Class locations vary and will be held outdoors...

Tai chi from the Yang style is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. Once you are very comfortable with the foundations learned in Tai Chi for Beginners: Yang-Style, you move into the advanced beginner level. Build upon the basic Yang-Style forms and postures you learned, while continuing to receive the multiple health benefits of tai chi...

Tai chi from the Yang style is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. Further your study of the Yang form of tai chi once you feel very comfortable with the practice and movements of recommended prerequisite course: Tai Chi: Advanced Beginner Yang-Style. Class locations vary and will be held outdoors when weather permits.

Vinyasa flow, power vinyasa and power yoga all have their roots in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, a breath-linked yoga system from India that builds strength, open hips, shoulders and hamstrings, detoxifies the body, and calms the mind.   This meditative, breathing-focused form of yoga can be adapted to any level, and expert adjustments insure correct...

With our busy, ever changing world filled with high-speed technology and stress, focusing on self-care is more important than ever. Meditation is a tool that has been used for thousands of years to calm the mind, reduce stress and provide more focus, awareness and clarity in life. Join General Assembly Chicago, taking a break from the typical workday...