we understand the profound connection between mind, body, and baby, and we're dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.

Prenatal Yoga
6 Wednesdays | Mar 13–Apr 17
6:15-7:15pm
$125 | Registration required; No drop-ins

Step onto your mat and into a sanctuary crafted exclusively for expectant mothers. Led by experienced prenatal yoga teacher and nurse, Therese Carlson, who specializes in prenatal care, our classes blend gentle yoga poses, mindful breathing techniques, and guided relaxation to promote physical comfort, emotional balance, and spiritual serenity throughout your pregnancy journey.

Benefits of Prenatal Yoga

• Alleviate discomfort: Relieve common pregnancy aches and pains through targeted stretches and gentle movements.

• Strengthen your body: Build strength and flexibility in preparation for childbirth and postpartum recovery.

• Connect with your baby: Cultivate a deep bond with your little one through breath awareness and mindful movement.

• Nurture your well-being: Reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue while enhancing overall emotional and mental wellness.

• Join a supportive community: Share experiences, wisdom, and laughter with fellow expectant mothers in a warm and welcoming environment.

Who Can Benefit

Our prenatal yoga classes are suitable for all stages of pregnancy and all levels of yoga experience. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or stepping onto the mat for the first time, our classes are designed to meet you where you are and support you on your unique journey to motherhood.

Why Choose Yoga Among Friends Prenatal Yoga

At Yoga Among Friends, we prioritize your comfort, safety, and well-being above all else. Our intimate class sizes ensure personalized attention, while our nurturing atmosphere fosters a sense of community and belonging. With a focus on holistic health and empowerment, we empower you to embrace the transformative power of pregnancy with confidence and grace.

Join Us Today

Embark on self-discovery, empowerment, and radiant vitality with prenatal yoga at Yoga Among Friends. Whether you're seeking relief from physical discomfort, emotional support, or a tranquil space to connect with your baby and fellow mothers-to-be, we invite you to experience the magic of prenatal yoga.

Register for the Class

6 Week Series: $125

1. Click this Prenatal Yoga link to register and pay for the classes.

2. You will receive a class registration confirmation.

3. Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

4. Register early; space is limited.

Experience the Benefits of Yoga in Our Plus Size Class—Tailored to Your Needs!

Plus Size Yoga
6 Mondays | Apr 8-May 13
$125 | Registration required; No drop-ins

Practice yoga in a supportive environment and enjoy classes specially designed for plus-size students. All classes include movement, breath, and meditation to help you connect with yourself and will allow you to feel calm and confident in your body. Learn how to build strength and mobility with the usage of props for functional alignment in yoga poses and gain more resilience for your everyday life. Everyone is welcome.

Register for the Class

6 Week Series: $115

1. Click this Plus Size Yoga link to register and pay for the classes.

2. You will receive a class registration confirmation.

3. Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

4. Register early; space is limited.

Give Your Child the Gift of Mindfulness with Our 6-Week Yoga Class - Designed Just for Kids!

Now 2 Times the Fun with Sessions on Tuesdays & Wednesdays!

• 6 Tuesdays | Apr 23-May 28, 4-5pm

• 6 Wednesdays | Apr 24-May 29, 4-5pm

$100 | Registration required

In this 6-week series, kids will learn about the 10 Yamas and Niyamas and how to apply them to treat themselves and others with kindness and compassion. Kids will enjoy an anxiety-free space with the freedom to create and move their bodies. Bea will lead games incorporating yoga poses and principles and teaching basic breathwork techniques. This integrative fun experience is for kids looking to make new friends, try new things, and learn new ways to calm their bodies! 

Register for the Yoga for Kids Series

6 Week Series: $100

• Upon registration and payment, you will receive a class registration confirmation.

• Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

• Register early; space is limited.

Therapeutic Yoga Series

Understand your body better and live more resiliently

Yoga for Knees and Hips
Tuesday, April 23, 6:15-8:15pm
with Jessica Gonsiorowski
$57 | $156 for the series of 3 workshops*
Registration required

This workshop is one of the 3 workshops in the Therapeutic Yoga Series. Sign up for this workshop on its own or save $15 when you sign up for all 3.

Therapeutic Yoga Series

Habitual postures and movement patterns can create imbalances in your body that contribute to discomfort, pain, or even injury over time. Although yoga is a great support in keeping your body healthy, it is not uncommon to take these imbalances into your yoga practice and perpetuate some of them. Feel the liberation of understanding your body, its patterns, and imbalances. Expand your yoga practice or come and start your yoga journey in these intelligently developed workshops. Learn how a therapeutic approach to your yoga practice can create more balance, stability, and freedom in your body.

In each 2-hr workshop you will study a specific area of the body, learn its basic anatomy, how to strengthen and lengthen the key muscles, and get insight into the specific area's energetic component. You will learn about your habitual patterns, how to move towards more functional alignment and movement in your daily life and on the mat.

Yoga for Knees and Hips

The knees and the hips have an especially symbiotic relationship when it comes to movement and posture. Tight and cranky hips are one of the more common complaints in the yoga room, and knees can quickly become an obstacle in your practice if correct alignment is absent. In this workshop we will focus on functional alignment, posture and movement of the knee and hip joints. Learn how releasing and strengthening supporting muscles can alleviate discomfort and bring more freedom into your movements. Learn about your own habitual patterns in these areas of your body and how you can create more functional and sustainable movements on and off your mat.

You may be interested in this workshop if:

• you are experiencing knee or hip pain

• you are recovering from injury or surgery (if cleared by your physician)

• you have been experiencing chronic pain

• you want to improve your posture and movement patterns

• you want to deepen your yoga practice

Class includes:

• Basic anatomy lecture of the knees and hips to increase understanding of your body’s movements

• Yoga asana for stretching and strengthening key muscles

• Breath practices

• Stress reduction practices

• Utilizing props to adapt the practice in a personalized way

• Q&A

Additional Therapeutic Workshops in this Series

• Tuesday, May 7 - Yoga for Low Back Health

• Tuesday, May 21 - Yoga for Upper Back, Shoulders, and Neck

Register

• Upon registration and payment, you will receive a class registration confirmation.

• Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

• Register early; space is limited.

we understand the profound connection between mind, body, and baby, and we're dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.

Prenatal Yoga
6 Wednesdays | Apr 24-May 29
6:15-7:15pm
$125 | Registration required; No drop-ins

Step onto your mat and into a sanctuary crafted exclusively for expectant mothers. Led by experienced prenatal yoga teacher and nurse, Therese Carlson, who specializes in prenatal care, our classes blend gentle yoga poses, mindful breathing techniques, and guided relaxation to promote physical comfort, emotional balance, and spiritual serenity throughout your pregnancy journey.

Benefits of Prenatal Yoga

• Alleviate discomfort: Relieve common pregnancy aches and pains through targeted stretches and gentle movements.

• Strengthen your body: Build strength and flexibility in preparation for childbirth and postpartum recovery.

• Connect with your baby: Cultivate a deep bond with your little one through breath awareness and mindful movement.

• Nurture your well-being: Reduce stress, anxiety, and fatigue while enhancing overall emotional and mental wellness.

• Join a supportive community: Share experiences, wisdom, and laughter with fellow expectant mothers in a warm and welcoming environment.

Who Can Benefit

Our prenatal yoga classes are suitable for all stages of pregnancy and all levels of yoga experience. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or stepping onto the mat for the first time, our classes are designed to meet you where you are and support you on your unique journey to motherhood.

Why Choose Yoga Among Friends Prenatal Yoga

At Yoga Among Friends, we prioritize your comfort, safety, and well-being above all else. Our intimate class sizes ensure personalized attention, while our nurturing atmosphere fosters a sense of community and belonging. With a focus on holistic health and empowerment, we empower you to embrace the transformative power of pregnancy with confidence and grace.

Join Us Today

Embark on self-discovery, empowerment, and radiant vitality with prenatal yoga at Yoga Among Friends. Whether you're seeking relief from physical discomfort, emotional support, or a tranquil space to connect with your baby and fellow mothers-to-be, we invite you to experience the magic of prenatal yoga.

Register for the Class

6 Week Series: $125

1. Click this Prenatal Yoga link to register and pay for the classes.

2. You will receive a class registration confirmation.

3. Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

4. Register early; space is limited.

Led by Aimee Forsberg Ottosen, C-IAYT, E-RYT, E-RYT 500, YACEP, Certified Holistic Ayurvedic Counselor, Certified Health & Wellness Coach

Workshop | Saturday, April 27, 2024
2–4pm | $67 registration requested

Come experience the healing power of sound through Vedic Chanting and learn part of the ancient Peace Chants. The benefits of Vedic chanting are many, including a focused mind and focused attention, enhanced memory and creativity, improved breath capacity, strengthened immune system, and reduced mental agitation.  The powerful vibrational sounds have the potential to alter and heal us.  We will learn at least two chants in Sanskrit, a revered language with special meaning and significance.  The Peace Chants come from the Vedas, the most sacred and precious of the Indian teachings.  They have been transmitted through oral tradition for thousands of years, from teacher to student, with attention given to protect and preserve them. 

This class will begin with a gentle asana and pranayama practice to prepare the body, mind, and breath for chanting.  Please wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to practice some basic poses and sit comfortably in a chair or on the floor. 

Yoga Alliance CEU available upon request.

Meet Aimee, a seasoned practitioner and devoted guide on the transformative journey of yoga. Introduced to the practice at the nimble age of twelve, Aimee's unwavering commitment to yoga has shaped her into a certified Yoga Therapist recognized by IAYT, where she specializes in the Viniyoga tradition, honing her expertise at the Yoga Well Institute under the guidance of Chase Bossart.  Aimee also is an E-RYT 500 and YACEP (continuing education provider) accredited by Yoga Alliance.

A perpetual student, Aimee's spiritual quest extends beyond borders as she weekly immerses herself in Vedic chanting with Ms. Suhasini Krishnan at Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram in Chennai, India. Mentored by Laura Jane Mellencamp of Yoga Among Friends, Aimee is a conduit of traditional classical yoga, sharing the profound wisdom and healing inherent in this ancient practice.

In her role as a Yoga Therapist, Aimee works intimately with individuals and small groups, crafting sessions that reflect her deep understanding of the human spirit and the therapeutic power of yoga. Additionally, Aimee offers Ayurvedic Counseling, Panchakarma therapies, and is committed to continuing her own education as she completes certification as an Ayurvedic Practitioner and continues studying with her teachers, both in the US and India. 

Driven by the belief that one can experience "sukha" (good space), Aimee encourages her students to explore their unique paths and dharma on this earthly journey. Beyond the physical postures, Aimee's teachings traverse the subtle realms of breath, mind, spirit, and inner space, illuminating the profound connections that lead to balance, joy, and clarity in life.

Grateful for the profound gifts of Yoga and Ayurveda, Aimee is passionately dedicated to passing along the rich ideas, traditions, and philosophy embedded in these ancient practices. As she guides her students towards their own space of ease, Aimee remains a beacon of inspiration, embodying the transformative power of yoga on and off the mat.

Register for the Class

Online Payment $57

1. Click this Vedic Chanting Workshop link to register and pay for the class. Registration closes 1 hour before the start of the class.

2. You will receive reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before each class

Led by Marian Kraus & Gabriela Kraus

Saturday, April 27, 2024

5:30-7p | $40 prepaid online, $45 cash only at the door (if room available)

Embark on a journey to holistic well-being through the transformative power of sound. Presence, the art of embracing the here and now, unfolds as tonal vibrations guide awareness inward during our immersive sound bath event. Release past and future fixations, allowing your consciousness to unfold naturally. Reconnect with your true nature beyond identifications, where insights and creativity blossom. Saturate yourself in the harmonious embrace of ambient sounds from gongs, didgeridoo, flute, hand-pan, singing bowls, and drums…all crafted to rebalance your body-mind-spirit connection.

Treat yourself and expand your awareness with five large gongs, didgeridoo, drums, flute, and more in combination with a soothing guided meditation. The event will be geared toward a complete recharge and re-boot of your body-mind-spirit connection and mobilizing and accessing your resources to inner healing and expansion.

The event is about 90 minutes in duration and includes 3 segments, the first 2 are about 15 - 20 minutes in duration, and the following sound bath fills the remainder:

The sequence is:

• 1st Segment – the introduction - participants receive a general overview of sound therapy and how the upcoming meditation and Sound Bath experience work together to facilitate a personal transformation, evolution, and healing method within the conscious mind, followed by

• 2nd Segment – a carefully chosen guided meditation that primes the subconscious mind to transition into the essential personal transformation experience brought on by the healing sounds in the…

• 3rd Segment – the sound bath where guests flow in a stream of ancestral and otherworldly sounds generated by several large gongs (44” to 28”), one of man’s oldest therapeutic instruments, singing bowls, bells, chimes, tuning forks, ocean drum, rattles, and other sound tools. Our sound space envelopes listeners in a uniquely rhythmic, melodic, and pleasing fashion while the gong’s vibrational and sonic characteristics deeply resonate and harmonize all 50+ trillion cells of the body. The experience energizes and relaxes simultaneously in a most powerful and unique way and invites a natural synchronization of the brain's right and left hemispheres.

Combined, these powerful elements facilitate a change in one’s nature of being and potentially restore an intrinsic state of inner balance, homeostasis. Throughout, you will be introduced to mindfulness techniques of a sonic nature. The only requirement for you to benefit is to bring an open mind, wear comfortable clothing, and come with a mat, pillow, and blanket to cover up (all optional).

You can learn more at their Delamora website

Reserve Your Spot -

Online Payment $40 prepaid, $45 at the door

Click this Sound Bath Meditation link to register and pay for the class. You will receive an email confirmation.

You will also receive reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before class with our safety protocols.

Your Facilitators

About Marian

Marian generates a broad spectrum of fascinating rhythms and functional harmonics by exploring the full range of frequencies within his instruments ranging from shimmering explosive highs to deep mysterious lows. His meditative and transformative sound journeys are driven by his innate rhythmic hand drum abilities and keen sense of visual and intuitive perception. The result is that these sonic, vibrational and mystical characteristics energize and quiet the mind & body in a very unique fashion. His gong sound meditations are psychoacoustic gateways to higher states of awareness and consciousness. They provide spaces for inner healing while taking listeners into truly otherworldly realms.

After spending 20 years in the corporate world, he began his career as a professional architectural and fine art photographer in the Chicago area in 1999. By being a long time hand drummer, he expanded his creative repertoire by expressing images also through the sound of gongs. Marian is a member of the Sound Healers Association and refines his advanced interpretation and application of gong sound healing under the guidance of senior instructor, lecturer and teacher Mitch Nur, PhD of

About Gabriela

Growing up in the bustling and colorful surroundings of Mexico City, Gabriela holds masters degrees in art, religions and psychotherapy, and degrees in communication and history. She is certified as a Life Coach and facilitator of Universal Energy. In her earlier career she applied her extensive experience in corporate marketing and communications for the Ford Motor Company and the Interlomas Commercial Center, among others. Following, she moderated several health related programs on national TV in Mexico for nearly two decades in broadcasting corporations such as cultural Channel 11, Televisa, TV Mexiquense, TV Formula, DGTVE, and the art and cultural Channel 22.

Therapeutic Yoga Series

Understand your body better and live more resiliently

Yoga for Low Back Health
Tuesday, May 7, 6:15-8:15pm
with Jessica Gonsiorowski
$57 | $156 for the series of 3 workshops*
Registration required

This workshop is one of the 3 workshops in the Therapeutic Yoga Series. Sign up for this workshop on its own or save $15 when you sign up for all 3.

Therapeutic Yoga Series

Habitual postures and movement patterns can create imbalances in your body that contribute to discomfort, pain, or even injury over time. Although yoga is a great support in keeping your body healthy, it is not uncommon to take these imbalances into your yoga practice and perpetuate some of them. Feel the liberation of understanding your body, its patterns, and imbalances. Expand your yoga practice or come and start your yoga journey in these intelligently developed workshops. Learn how a therapeutic approach to your yoga practice can create more balance, stability, and freedom in your body.

In each 2-hr workshop you will study a specific area of the body, learn its basic anatomy, how to strengthen and lengthen the key muscles, and get insight into the specific area's energetic component. You will learn about your habitual patterns, how to move towards more functional alignment and movement in your daily life and on the mat.

Yoga for Low Back Health

Low Back pain is omnipresent in our modern culture and one of the main reasons students come to Yoga. In fact, it is estimated that up to 80% of people will deal with back pain in their lives at some point. Low back pain can be caused by many reasons, such as structural issues and/or spinal injuries, habitual posture patterns, weak and/or tight muscles, and stress of any kind.

In this 2 -hour workshop we will focus on functional alignment, posture and movement of the lumbar spine and pelvis. Learn how releasing and strengthening supporting muscles can alleviate discomfort and bring more freedom into your movements. Learn about your own habitual patterns in these areas of your body and how you can create more functional and sustainable movements on and off your mat.

You may be interested in this workshop if:

•  you are experiencing acute or chronic low back pain

• you are recovering from an injury

• you want to improve your posture and movement patterns

• you want to deepen your yoga practice

Class includes:

• Basic anatomy lecture on the lumbar spine

• Yoga asana for stretching and strengthening key muscles

• Breath practice

• Stress reduction practice

• Utilizing props to adapt the practice in a personalized way

• Q&A

Additional Therapeutic Workshops in this Series

• Tuesday, April 23 - Yoga for Knees and Hips

• Tuesday, May 21 - Yoga for Upper Back, Shoulders, and Neck

Register

• Upon registration and payment, you will receive a class registration confirmation.

• Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

• Register early; space is limited.

Therapeutic Yoga Series

Understand your body better and live more resiliently

Yoga for The Upper Back, Neck, and Shoulders
Tuesday, May 21, 6:15-8:15pm
with Jessica Gonsiorowski
$57 | $156 for the series of 3 workshops*
Registration required

This workshop is one of the 3 workshops in the Therapeutic Yoga Series. Sign up for this workshop on its own or save $15 when you sign up for all 3.

Therapeutic Yoga Series

Habitual postures and movement patterns can create imbalances in your body that contribute to discomfort, pain, or even injury over time. Although yoga is a great support in keeping your body healthy, it is not uncommon to take these imbalances into your yoga practice and perpetuate some of them. Feel the liberation of understanding your body, its patterns, and imbalances. Expand your yoga practice or come and start your yoga journey in these intelligently developed workshops. Learn how a therapeutic approach to your yoga practice can create more balance, stability, and freedom in your body.

In each 2-hr workshop you will study a specific area of the body, learn its basic anatomy, how to strengthen and lengthen the key muscles, and get insight into the specific area's energetic component. You will learn about your habitual patterns, how to move towards more functional alignment and movement in your daily life and on the mat.

Yoga for the Upper Back, Neck, and Shoulders

The thoracic and cervical spine have become more challenging for most modern bodies. Long hours in front of computers, heads in a forward position straining the neck plus added emotional stress, leading to tightness of the chest muscles, all contribute to much of the pain and lack of mobility in these areas. This 2-hour educational workshop will teach you to create more strength and mobility in your upper body. Learn how releasing and strengthening supporting muscles can alleviate discomfort and bring more freedom into your movements. Learn about your own habitual patterns in these areas of your body and how you can create more functional and sustainable movements on and off your mat.

This workshop is for you if:

• You are experiencing upper back or neck pain

• Lack of mobility in your shoulders

• Tension headaches

• You want to improve your posture and movement patterns

• You want to deepen your yoga practice

Class includes:

• Basic anatomy lecture on the thoracic and cervical spine

• Yoga asana for stretching and strengthening key muscles

• Breath practice

• Stress reduction practice

• Utilizing props to adapt the practice in a personalized way

• Q&A

Additional Therapeutic Workshops in this Series

• Tuesday, April 23 - Yoga for Knees and Hips

• Tuesday, May 7 - Yoga for Low Back Health

Register

• Upon registration and payment, you will receive a class registration confirmation.

• Additional reminder emails will be sent 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

• Register early; space is limited.