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YOGA BOOTCAMP - END OF SUMMER CHALLENGE
with Mary Lou Cerami

Challenge yourself in this one night only Yoga Bootcamp event, pre-registration is an absolute must.

Shanti's Yoga Bootcamp is not your average bootcamp class, come and see why. Class cards, Summer pass cards are all accepted. Special giveaways, offers and refreshments are part of the evening, and of course a completely new, hardcore fitness routine that's pure yoga and so much more.

Sorry, no drop-ins | Space is limited, Contact the studio to reserve your space.

MONDAY
August 29
7pm - 8:30pm

Register now

Sorry, no drop-ins




YOGA BOOTCAMP - 8-week Fall Intensive
Back by Popular Demand!

Yoga Bootcamp will challenge and empower both the beginner and seasoned athlete with a fun and fast-paced workout.

By incorporating Vinyasa flow, balance and strength-building asana and circuit-style training, you will sculpt long lean muscles, improve endurance, lose weight and burn more body fat. Each class will leave you feeling strong, balanced and relaxed, both inside and out.

Join Mary Lou every Monday night for 8 weeks in this fun and supportive class designed to kickstart your training routine. Each class is designed to be different, fun and challenging using Mary Lou's proven training methods from Yoga, Boxing, Capoeira, and core building exercises.

8-week series: $125 | Reserve your space now.

MONDAYS
Sept 12 - Oct 31
7pm - 8:15pm

8-week series $125




YOGA FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER
1:30pm - 2:45pm with Brian

Designed to help launch you more fully into your studio practice. No prior experience necessary. Learn the basic poses and breathing techniques Smaller classes means more student focus. Learn how to achieve your individual yogic goals each week with Brian.

Minimum 5/Maximum 15 | Cost: $70
SATURDAYS
9/10 - 10/1
1:30pm - 2:45pm

4-week series: $70
OUTDOOR YOGA BOOTCAMP
NEW 4-week series, Starts 9/17

Take it up a notch and bring your workout outside every Saturday at nearby Brooks Park. Located less than 1 mile fron Shanti. Meet us on the northeast corner of the park, closest to Harlem ave, in the first 15-20min of class.

Mary Lou personally designs each boot camp with one goal in mind: To challenge and empower you to transform yourself using fitness as the platform. Each class incorporates dynamic, accessible and fun routines from martial arts, yoga, interval training, obstacle courses and bootcamp style drills. And it’s all done outdoors, in nearby Brooks Park enjoying fresh air, comaraderie and the spirit of being outside.


In the event of severe weather or thunderstorms, class will be held indoors at the park field house, meet us at the northeast entrance.

4 week series: $60 Email us to Pre-Register | Drop-ins $18
SATURDAYS
4-week Series
begins 9/17
10:30am - 11:30am

4-week series: $60
Drop-ins $18
What is SUP Yoga?
Try the fastest growing sport just arrived to Chicago, Stand Up Paddleboarding, (or SUP) cleverly combined with Yoga. No, it's not for extreme athletes, its an incredible way to practice yoga on water while building whole body strength and balance.

Shanti is offering a special discount for all current students to try out SUP Yoga. Weekly classes going on now at Kayak Chicago's Montrose beach location every Sunday, or contact us to set up a private class (minimum 3 students).

Learn the ease and beauty that is paddleboarding for only $45 per person. Includes all equipment and training. Questions? Contact the Instructor.

Sign up online or in person at Kayak Chicago. Enter SUP2011 to receive a $15 discount.

SUNDAYS
1pm - 2:30pm
Montrose Beach

Sign up at KayakChicago.com

Dropins welcome!

YOGA FOR ‘TWEENS
TUESDAYS - (Ages 12-16)
4:30pm - 5:45pm

Yoga can enhance the young student’s performance in sports, sharpen focus while taking tests and ease anxiety. In this weekly class learn postures that increase balance, strength and flexibility. We will also explore numerous breathing exercises and meditation techniques to ease travels through the teen years and establish a foundation that can blossom into a life-long practice. Be prepared to sweat, have fun and soften into yourself. Dare yourself to dig deeper into your true nature and uncover the bliss that already exists. It's like a pep rally for your soul!

8 week series: $100, no drop ins Pre-register for the series

TWO MAKE UP DATES WILL BE OFFERED DURING THE SERIES FOR ANY MISSED CLASSES
TUESDAYS
9/13 - 11/1
4:30pm - 5:45pm
minimum 5
KAYAKING & YOGA
Sat. Aug 20th 1pm-4pm
Skokie Lagoons Boat Launch on Tower Rd

Kayaking in the calm waters of the Skokie Lagoons promotes a sense of peace and well-being, both physical and spiritual. The practice of yoga offers many benefits, from increased flexibility and strength to a deeper sense of connection with the natural beauty around us.

It is therefore a natural fit to combine sea kayaking with yoga. This trip offers yoga before your guided kayaking trip with instruction, all gear included and the invitation to stay after with a potluck picnic.

The Skokie Lagoons are a wildlife refuge just north of Chicago. Expect to spot deer, great blue heron, turtles, and many varieties of birds. The water is calm and peaceful - an ideal location for learning to kayak! Learn more...

Led by Yoga Instructor: Mary Lou with Walter Loos of Paddle and Trail

$75 - 8/20 1pm - 4pm
Reserve your space now.

Questions? Read full trip details...

SATURDAY
August 20th 1pm-4pm
$75 - Register your space today!
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ALL ABOUT BALANCE: Finding Stability On and Off Your Mat
With Caryn Gallagher

Explore grounding techniques that result in a sense of balance both on and off the mat. Facing challenges (both physical and mental) on our mats will make those same challenges off our mat seem effortless. Explore using the breath as a tool: We will practice prana (upward spreading breath) and apana (downward contracting breath) to move beyond the external forms of asanas and creating optimal energy flow.

Removing the ego is a pivotal component of a yoga practice. Learn to balance sthira (strength) and sukha (ease) to find your true “edge”, dissolve areas of tensions, and be truly present in your practice.

Join us in finding finesse in our transitions and lightness in our poses! All levels appropriate

Coming in October


Coming in October

Date TBA

PRENATAL YOGA

Nurture yourself and your baby-to-be by practicing gentle, modified yoga poses and breathing exercises. Prepare for delivery and alleviate pregnancy-related discomfort. Appropriate for all stages of pregnancy. Check with your doctor first.

8-class punchcard: $110 (expires in 12 weeks)
min.4/max. 15

SUNDAYS
2:45pm - 4:00pm

MOM AND BABY—YOGA FOR TWO
(Moms and babies, 6 weeks to crawling too much to do yoga!)

This multi-level postpartum yoga class is specifically designed to strengthen your body after giving birth, and allow you to practice yoga with your baby. You will regain the strength of your abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, develop inner and outer strength, and meet other new moms and babies, and of course bond with your new baby.

8-class punchcard: $110 (expires in 12 weeks)
min. 3/max. 8


Shanti Yoga Center : 7646 West Touhy • Chicago, IL. 60631 (one mile east of Park Ridge) • 773-774-8444 • click here to e-mail us