Education — Lifestyle Programs

Lifestyle Programs - Yoga

Yoga is an ancient practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. Practicing yoga increases health, vitality, and self-awareness. Students will learn core movement principles that form the foundation of a yoga practice, as well as breathing and relaxation exercises. We will build strength, promote flexibility, develop awareness, and move energy through the body. Come experience a practice that leads to deep relaxation and a sense of tranquility.

All yoga classes last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Registration Policy

Lifestyle course fees are nonrefundable and may not be deferred or prorated. Preregistration is required for all lifestyle programs. All communications, including confirmation, will be sent via e-mail. Please provide a valid e-mail address and add registrar@chicagobotanic.org to your safe senders list in order to guarantee receipt.

Season fee:

$115 Member
$165 Nonmember

One-time class trial fee: $10

Wear comfortable clothing (sweats, shorts or yoga pants) with socks or bare feet. Yoga mats are required. It is also suggested that you bring a towel with you, as well as a sweat shirt for cool down.

Gentle Yoga

A series of yoga poses and breathing exercises designed and adapted for a tranquil, relaxing yoga experience. In this course we will take a gentle, restorative approach to the practice. All students are welcome. Come and enjoy a sense of peace and balance.

Mondays 9 – 10:15 a.m.			Mondays 5 – 6:15 p.m.
Course#	Season	2009 Dates	Course	Season	2009 Dates
YGEN01AM	Winter	Jan. 12 – March 9	YGEN01PM	Winter	Jan. 12 – March 9
YGEN02AM	Spring	March 30 – June 1	YGEN02PM	Spring	March 30 – June 1
YGEN03AM	Summer	June 22 – Aug. 17	YGEN03PM	Summer	June 22 – Aug. 17
YGEN04AM	Fall	Sept. 14 – Nov. 9	YGEN04PM	Fall	Sept. 14 – Nov. 9

Introductory Yoga

A course for the newer student focusing on yoga movement and breathing basics. We will investigate how the principles of yoga help support health and well-being. All are welcome. Join us as we explore the yoga basics.

Wednesdays 5 – 6:15 p.m.			Wednesdays 7 – 8:15 p.m.
Course#	Season	2009 Dates	Course	Season	2009 Dates
YINT01500	Winter	Jan. 14 – March 11	YINT01700	Winter	Jan. 14 – March 11
YINT02500	Spring	April 1 – June 3	YINT02700	Spring	April 1 – June 3
YINT03500	Summer	June 24 – Aug. 19	YINT03700	Summer	June 24 – Aug. 19
YINT04500	Fall	Sept. 16 – Nov. 11	YINT04700	Fall	Sept. 16 – Nov. 11

Yoga Flow Beginner

The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind. A moderately challenging course for students with some yoga experience.

Tuesdays 9:15 – 10:30 a.m.			Tuesdays 6 – 7:15 p.m.
Course#	Season	2009 Dates	Course	Season	2009 Dates
YFBEG01AM	Winter	Jan. 13 – March 10	YFBEG01PM	Winter	Jan. 13 – March 10
YFBEG02AM	Spring	March 31 – June 2	YFBEG02PM	Spring	March 31 – June 2
YFBEG03AM	Summer	June 23 – Aug. 18	YFBEG03PM	Summer	June 23 – Aug. 18
YFBEG04AM	Fall	Sept. 15 – Nov. 10	YFBEG04PM	Fall	Sept. 15 – Nov. 10

Yoga Flow Intermediate

The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath. A more exhilarating, challenging Flow series. For students who have taken Beginner Flow or have comparable experience.

NEW! Tuesdays 8 – 9:15 a.m.			Thursdays 9 – 10:15 a.m.
Course#	Season	2009 Dates	Course	Season	2009 Dates
YFINT018A	Winter	Jan. 13 – March 10	YFINT01AM	Winter	Jan. 15 – March 12
YFINT028A	Spring	March 31 – June 2	YFINT02AM	Spring	April 2 – June 4
YFINT038A	Summer	June 23 – Aug. 18	YFINT03AM	Summer	June 25 – Aug. 20
YFINT048A	Fall	Sept. 15 – Nov. 10	YFINT04AM	Fall	Sept. 17 – Nov. 12

Thursdays 6 – 7:15 p.m.
Course#	Season	2009 Dates
YFINT01PM	Winter	Jan. 15 – March 12
YFINT02PM	Spring	April 2 – June 4
YFINT03PM	Summer	June 25 – Aug. 20
YFINT04PM	Fall	Sept. 17 – Nov. 12