There’s not one worry about my appearance, my age, my ability, or whether my yoga pants are trendy. Yoga Among Friends creates an all-welcoming environment by focusing on what is possible for each individual while fostering an enjoyable collective experience. Downers Grove is lucky to have YAF.
— Melissa S., student for 12+ years
I was so thrilled to find this yoga studio. It’s authentic, spiritual, and real — not a chain, and it doesn’t feel like a gym. The atmosphere in the yoga room can’t be beat. Pick a class that meets your level and experience it.
— Stacy C.
I appreciate the integrity of teaching and respect for tradition at Yoga Among Friends. Students receive individual attention and inspiration to grow. If you are new, it is a safe environment to learn. If you are more experienced, you are challenged to deepen.
— Mary Lothrop
Yoga Among Friends was the first studio I visited after moving to the area, and there’s no reason to go anywhere else. The atmosphere is incredible — everyone is friendly and welcoming. The instructors let yogis have their own practice, rather than teaching as if there is a right or wrong way to practice.
— Ashley M.
When I spend time with my mentor, Laura Jane Mellencamp, I always leave feeling inspired and connected to who I am. I feel at peace, appreciated, and full of love. She’s a true yogi at heart, dedicated to the teachings and to being of service.
— Lindsay W.
I started yoga recently after years of going to the gym and working with a personal trainer. Yoga Among Friends is awesome. I look and feel better than I ever have, and it’s only been three weeks. People are friendly, the instructors are knowledgeable, and there are different classes for all levels.
— Cheryl R., new student
Yoga Among Friends is a caring and compassionate community — an oasis in the midst of an often disconnected world. The teachers combine a professional and personal way of interacting with students. They encourage without pushing and are helpful in ways that are hard to express.
— Nancy Hill, LCSW
