Meditation Classes in Chicago, IL

Explore meditative and self-nurturing yoga poses with the use of plant-based essential oils to restore and rebalance the mind and body in the tranquil setting of The Morton Arboretum. Notes: This class requires a yoga mat! Bring your own or borrow one of ours. Will be held outdoors if weather permits; please dress for outdoor practice.

 Investigate different meditation methods through relaxed discussion and practice, including guest presenters. Learn the history of meditation and different postures and “anchors’” used in the practice. Topics vary weekly and include breath, thought, emotion, mood, metta (loving kindness), and self-compassion. Suitable for beginners and...

“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...

Breath work, & Meditation. Learn how to focus on the inner peace & clarity within you. Practice mindfulness by observing & deepening your breath, quieting the mind, setting clear intentions, and expanding your awareness . Guided meditation featuring progressive relaxation techniques , yoga nidra, and chakra meditations. Improve your concentration...

Yoga, tea, and nature connection for regeneration and resilience – a perfect way to start your day! Because of the complementary self-care benefits of yoga to permaculture and resilience, we are offering  yoga located on The Conservation Foundation’s historic McDonald Farm.  When the weather allows, we will experience yoga outside, surrounded...

Words are powerful and operate on many levels through sound and symbols. Explore how to use hieroglyphics and apply them with meditation, divination, and dream work. Harness and enliven ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics as tools for manifesting ideas in the material world. Join Ellis, author of Hieroglyphic Power of Words, to gain a deep experience...

Take a journey into a deep meditative and healing state of awareness. Be enveloped by the timbres of symphonic, planetary wind gongs, crystal singing bowls, drums, chimes, and other percussion instruments weaving a tapestry of sound to facilitate your journey within. Take some quality time for yourself to absorb the frequencies as you move into...

Time remains the most misunderstood and mystical dimension in life. There never seems to be enough time, yet often it seems to drag by too slowly. Enthralled with the possibility of time travel, you may long for the future, regret your past, or wish for a way to break out of the linear progression of time. Behind the fascination with time, is the...

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...

The stunning Elizabeth Hubert Malott Japanese Garden sets the stage for this exclusive experience. We will engage in “Do-in” movement practice, which is designed to combine soft stretching and breathing techniques. Expect to feel relaxed in body, mind and spirit after this special opportunity.  Bring a water bottle and your yoga mat.

Wands have been used for thousands of years in different cultures and forms. They are energetic tools you can utilize to help transform your life. Find out how to use wands for practices that include meditation, energy healing, space clearing, ceremony, journeying, and dreamwork. These extraordinary energetic tools hold power of the natural world...

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...

The Monroe Institute® Excursion Intensive program offers you opportunities to engage in consciousness exploration, self-discovery, and personal transformation. Gain experience in two expanded consciousness states that enable you to better understand your total Self and access your untapped inner resources. Reach alpha and theta states listening to...

Complete Course Title: Yoga and Meditation for Performers (and vegetarian potluck) Kundalini Yoga as taught is a lineage that draws heavily from Sikh tradition, incorporates all 8 limbs of traditional yoga, and focuses on raising the energy of awareness. We practice in a way that removes limitations, and develops the ability to think creatively...