Mama Fit

These Classes combine the best of over 300 fighting styles into one program. We incorporate a unique, practical and powerful form of self-defense elements that include: Punches, kicks, elbows, knees, ground fighting and weapons training. Learn to defend yourself and your family against any situation or attacker. Required equipment: Cup and supporter...

DNA activation is a form of energy medicine that is capable of stimulating a self-healing potential in the human genetic blueprint. It affects the complete bio-spiritual continuum while focusing on healing as a transformational process of becoming whole.  The benefits of DNA activation can range from allergy relief and heightened energy to personal...

Designed specifically for couples, this class teaches how to give and receive a tension easing massage and provides an opportunity to increase positive touch and healthy communication in your relationship. Focusing on the feet, head and neck, this class uses mostly Swedish techniques. It will be practiced with oil on skin. Required Material: Bring...

Jin Shin Jyutsu is a profound and simple way of tapping into the existing wisdom of your  body for the purpose of bringing harmony to your whole being. It has a level of complexity that can help with even the most serious health challenges. At the same time, it has a wonderful simplicity and accessibility for the novice interested in applying...

This fantastic training is the gateway to the rest of our program. There are no prerequisites for this course, and students are accepted without any prior bodywork training. You will be amazed at what you learn in a weekend as we teach you the critical fundamentals of body mechanics, positioning, compression, working with passive stretches, energetic,...

The Chicago Botanic Garden’s outdoor environment is a unique alternative to a health club. Walking for fitness outside provides an experience that simply cannot be duplicated indoors. Stimulate your mind and body with fresh air and scenic vistas that change weekly. Build endurance, gain core strength, and improve your balance and stability as you...

Learn subtle acupressure points to ease many of your or your friends and family’s common ailments - you can do it anywhere! Learn things such as: DuMai for concentrated Qiflow and backpain HeGu for Headaches and Concentration Hand and Feet Reflexology And much more Each 1.5 hour session is Customized to your questions and concerns as well...

Gentle yoga is less strenuous than other yoga forms, and is ideal for those who seek restorative practice without physical strain. Move through a series of yoga poses and breathing exercises designed and adapted for you to experience tranquil relaxation. All are welcome. Come and enjoy a sense of peace and balance.

At the end of the course, the students will learn basic exercises to balance and control energies of the body. This class addresses practical and simple ways of balancing and controlling energies that affect your mood swings, memory loss and brain scramble, weight control, libido, PMS, stress, bone health, and insomnia. Students will learn to dance...

All levels of fitness and experience are welcome in this class, which will include meditative movement and contemplative stillness. We will focus on the breath and relieving stress. 

In Beginning Zen Shiatsu, we impart the simple ability to be with another human being in a healing context. This class is open to anyone who wants to learn to share this beautiful skill with others. Every time you lay hands on another human, you have an opportunity to express mindfulness and compassion. You have the ability to spark the intrinsic...

Are you chronically tired? Do you feel depressed or anxious? Are you looking for simple effective and economical ways to improve your health and experience more vitality? If your answer is “yes,” this class is for you.  Did you know that it is possible to circulate sexual energy throughout your body — and improve your health? Learn some...

This class builds the student's repertoire of techniques from traditional Thai massage and other bodywork modalities with the goal of working with specific issues of pain and dysfunction. Many of the techniques are derived from the traditional northern style sequence as taught at the Old Medicine Hospital in Chiang Mai, but taught in a unique sequence...

Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates, is a physical fitness method that seeks to develop controlled movement from a strong core. All group classes are mat classes and all LCDS instructors are Romana’s Authentic Pilates certified. Basic class recommended for students with no prior experience.

Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates, is a physical fitness method that seeks to develop controlled movement from a strong core. All group classes are mat classes and all LCDS instructors are Romana’s Authentic Pilates certified. Basic class recommended for students with no prior experience.

Advanced Pilates is a progressive series of exercises based on the system developed by Joseph Pilates. Taught by instructor certified in the authentic method. Pre-requisite: Instructor permission required.

Full Course Name: The Truth About Cancer: Food as Medicine to Prevent & Fight Cancer According to health activist Mike Adams, it can take up to 20 years for cancer cells to be detected by conventional medicine. Although genetic predisposition plays a role, diet, environmental and lifestyle factors account for approximately 90–95% of most chronic...

Heart-Healthy Habits: Blood Pressure, Cholesterol & Diabetes Heart disease is devastating to our health and economy. It’s the leading cause of death in this country, and according to The American Heart Association, by 2030, a projected 40.5% of the US population will have some form of cardiovascular disease. Yet, a significant number of research...

Come for an evening of healing the Divine Feminine in a creative, supportive and safe space. Female-identifying yoginis of all shapes, colors and sizes uniting in an evening of radical self love and self acceptance. YOGA FLOW: Open to ALL levels of practitioners from first-timers to seasoned practitioners. There will be breathwork, chanting and Kundalini...

This course will introduce students to Sun-style tai chi chuan with a few Yang-style concepts as well. Sun-style is the most modern form of tai chi and the movements are very gentle in nature. We will focus on basic principles to improve your balance and relaxation, and also increase your range of motion and reduce stress. This class of gentle movements...