Tai Chi Intensive Workshop with Guillem Bernado

This two-week deep training program follows the footsteps of G.M. Cheng Man Ching & M. Huang Sheng Shyan as has been transmitted in Europe for more than 30 years and now in Shanghai by Patrick Kelly. Expect traditional taiji training with modern western approach to train and understand the sometimes elusive daoist teachings deeply rooted in the Art of Taijiquan. Training is transmitted step by step for those who value learning deeply and progressing steadily. Guillem Bernado is a senior student of Patrick Kelly with 20+ years of experience who also teaches in Shanghai at 9 Clouds, Patrick's studio. 

Training:

-5 Loosening exercises

-Zheng Manqing Short Taiji Form

-Yang Cheng Fu Long Taiji Form

-Quick Fist

-Advanced Push Hands Applications

Dates:

WEEK ONE

Wed., April 11: 6pm-8pm

Fri., April 13: 4pm-8pm

Sat., April 14: 2:30pm-6:30pm

Sun., April 15: 2:30pm-6:30pm

WEEK TWO

Wed., April 18: 6pm-8pm

Fri., April 20: 4pm-8pm

Sat., April 21: 2:30pm-6:30pm

Sun., April 22: 2:30pm-6:30pm

Cost: $420 for all classes OR

$240 for one week OR

$37.50 for each Wednesday class

$75 for each class Friday-Sunday

1834 W. North Ave

Chicago, IL  60622

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Yin Flow & Yoga Nidra Workshop with Nina Yau & Jennifer Goodman

We will begin with a Yin Flow class, led by Jennifer Goodman, to gently warm up our bodies and end with a complete practice of Yoga Nidra, led by Nina Yau, to ease our minds.

Yin Flow is a balanced practice of yin and yang, stillness and flow, to bring about energetic circulation, growth and strength, and vitality of body, mind, and heart.

Yoga Nidra is a deep form of relaxation, bringing an incredible calmness, quietness, and clarity. Yoga nidra means "yogic sleep," a state of conscious Deep Sleep. In Yoga Nidra, one appears to be asleep but the consciousness is functioning at a deeper level of awareness. Yoga Nidra can be helpful in soothing the nervous system, increasing relaxation and mental focus.

Please bring additional layers/socks, as the body temperature can drop slightly during Yoga Nidra.

When:
Saturday, February 10:
12-2 pm

Cost: $30

1834 W. North Ave
Chicago, IL  60622

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Nina Yau has been teaching yoga since 2012, is certified E-RYT 200 by the Yoga Alliance, and is a 300-hour Yin and Yang Yoga Registered Teacher under the founder of Yin yoga, Master Paulie Zink. As a certified Black belt in Shotokan Karate, she has over a decade’s worth of martial arts training and experience and brings a different perspective to the yoga practice. Nina’s classes are a creative blend of philosophy, breath work and focus, and mindful movement to ease the body, lighten the heart, and strengthen the spirit.  www.ninayau.com

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Donation-Based Yoga Class for First Descents

with Olinka Mytsiura

First Descents is an organization that provides life-changing outdoor adventures for young adults impacted by cancer.

As a cancer survivor, Olinka Mytsiura experienced the magical transformative power of a rock climbing trip in summer 2016. Now she wants to pay it forward through fundraising for First Descents!

Donations of any amount that you wish will be greatly appreciated. You can also donate here.

No previous yoga experience necessary. All levels are welcome and mats are provided.
 

Saturday, February 17: 3-4pm
Saturday, March 17: 3-4pm

Cost: Donations Accepted

1834 W. North Ave
Chicago, IL  60622

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Just Breathe Workshop - all levels -
with Amy Patel

Wellness expert Dr. Andrew Weil once stated that, “if I had to limit my advice on healthier living to just one tip, it would be simply to learn how to breathe correctly.”

Proper diaphragmatic breath, aka belly breathing, can improve our wellness on many levels.

Did you know the following about proper breathing?

It is associated with improved mood and mental clarity

It offers pain relief for those with chronic pain

It uses the muscles needed for a strong core

It improves digestion and overall energy levels

The problem is that most people DO NOT breathe properly.
If you are having difficulty with any of the areas listed above, this workshop is for you.

Join Amy for this 75-minute workshop in which you will learn:

the basics about breathing and how it affects you

if you are currently breathing properly or improperly

how to breathe properly through education and actual practice

2 easy breathing exercises that can be used to improve overall wellness

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Light stretching exercises are included in this training.

When:
Saturday, February 3: 
1-2:15 pm

Cost: $20

1834 W. North Ave
Chicago, IL  60622

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Amy Patel is a 500-hr RYT and a licensed physical therapist.

Spiritual Reality Workshops
with Tim Suh

This continuing spiritual training is developed from Daoist, Yogic and Sufi philosophies. These are ancient systems that have brought many to spiritual reality. This training is to help those in search of something real and practical.

No previous experience is necessary, beginners are welcome.

Dates: 
Saturday, April 21: 2:00pm-4:00pm

Cost: $30 per workshop

1834 W. North Ave
Chicago, IL  60622

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