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March Candlelight Restorative & Yoga Nidra — Downers Grove, IL

March Candlelight Restorative & Yoga Nidra — Downers Grove, IL

Yoga Among Friends (map)

Led by Jaclyn Jackson, CYT

Workshop | Friday, March 13, 2026
6:30-7:45pm | $30

 

Monthly Full Moon Series:

In this candlelit restorative practice, we’ll rest in deeply supported postures that ground the body and soothe the nervous system. Guided Yoga Nidra will carry you through moonlit forests, shadow and flame, the wisdom of release, and the renewal that follows like tracing infinity across the night sky.

Surrounded by autumn ambiance, this class is an invitation to align with the rhythm of the season, to pause, reflect, and reconnect to your inner magic.


Let this be your time to breathe between chapters, a time to soften, realign, and listen inward.

This session will include:

  • Restorative Yoga – Gentle, supported postures to help release tension and open the body to relaxation.

  • Yoga Nidra Meditation – A guided journey into deep relaxation, allowing you to align with the energy of the full moon and summer solstice.

What to Bring: Comfortable clothing and any props that help you relax. We do have ample mats and props available for your use at the yoga studio.

Spaces are limited for this intimate gathering—reserve your spot today to step into the magic of stillness and renewal.

We look forward to sharing this special evening with you .


Jaclyn Jackson – Certified Yoga Instructor

Jaclyn is a certified yoga instructor specializing in restorative and family yoga, offering compassionate, beginner- and intermediate-friendly classes that promote balance and connection. With a background in learning and development, she takes a thoughtful and inclusive approach to ensure her sessions are welcoming to all levels. Outside of teaching, Jaclyn enjoys gardening, creative projects, and spending time with loved ones, striving to guide students of all ages toward wellness and self-discovery. Read more about Jaclyn here.


Register & Pay

$30

To register for the workshop, click this Candlelight Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra link. You will receive a confirmation email and reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

Woman’s Wisdom Circle: Reset, Revive & Restore in Downers Grove - March

Woman’s Wisdom Circle: Reset, Revive & Restore in Downers Grove - March

Yoga Among Friends (map)

Led by Donna Ohman

Workshop | Thursday, March 19
6:30-8:15pm | $45, registration highly encouraged

Additional workshops will meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month with different themes will be held on April 16 and May 21.

 

“Wisdom is insight that leads to living well.”

The Woman’s Wisdom Circle is a welcoming space to pause, reset, and reconnect with your inner knowing and shared community. Each gathering centers around a gentle theme of revival and balance, weaving together simple health wisdom, breath awareness, therapeutic movement, restorative yoga, and guided meditation.

These sessions invite a soft reset of the nervous system while supporting balance of mind, body, and soul. The practices are accessible, nourishing, and designed to meet you exactly where you are.

This circle also honors the wisdom we carry together. Sharing is always welcome — whether it’s a favorite poem, quote, recipe, or small insight from your own life. You are invited to bring what inspires you, listen deeply, and remember that we all have wisdom to share.

Dates & Themes:
Jan 15 – Winter Zen 

Feb 19 – Vagus Nerve Journey of the parasympathetic nervous system

March 19 – Spring Equinox

April 16 – Spring Fling 

May 21 – Transitioning to Summer begins

Registration is highly encouraged, max part. 25


Registration and Payment

Workshop Cost: $45

You will receive a registration confirmation email and reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before the workshop start time.

Singing Bowl Sound Bath with Deborah Zelman

Singing Bowl Sound Bath with Deborah Zelman

Yoga Among Friends (map)

Led by Deborah Zelman

Workshop | Friday, November 28, 2025
6-7pm | $30

Deborah Zelman, RYT

Rest, recharge, and restore your balance the day after Thanksgiving with a deeply soothing Singing Bowl Sound Bath led by Deborah Zelman, beloved yoga teacher at Yoga Among Friends.

Immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, brass bowls, and gentle drum sounds as they move through and around you—melting tension, quieting the mind, and replenishing your energy. This peaceful evening begins with gentle movement to release the stress of the day, followed by an extended relaxation in a seated or lying-down position.

We’ll provide everything you need—mats, bolsters, blankets, and chairs—so you can simply settle in and let the sound waves do their work.

No experience is necessary; this restorative practice is open to all levels and a beautiful way to reset before the busy holiday season.

Reserve your spot early—space is limited


Register & Pay

$30

To register for the workshop, click this Post-Thanksgiving Singing Bowl Sound Bath link. You will receive a confirmation email and reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before class.

Woman’s Wisdom Circle: Reset, Revive & Restore in Downers Grove - April

Woman’s Wisdom Circle: Reset, Revive & Restore in Downers Grove - April

Yoga Among Friends (map)

Led by Donna Ohman

Workshop | Thursday, April 16
6:30-8:15pm | $45, registration highly encouraged

Additional workshops with a different them will be held on May 21.

 

“Wisdom is insight that leads to living well.”

The Woman’s Wisdom Circle is a welcoming space to pause, reset, and reconnect with your inner knowing and shared community. Each gathering centers around a gentle theme of revival and balance, weaving together simple health wisdom, breath awareness, therapeutic movement, restorative yoga, and guided meditation.

These sessions invite a soft reset of the nervous system while supporting balance of mind, body, and soul. The practices are accessible, nourishing, and designed to meet you exactly where you are.

This circle also honors the wisdom we carry together. Sharing is always welcome — whether it’s a favorite poem, quote, recipe, or small insight from your own life. You are invited to bring what inspires you, listen deeply, and remember that we all have wisdom to share.

Dates & Themes:
Jan 15 – Winter Zen 

Feb 19 – Vagus Nerve Journey of the parasympathetic nervous system

March 19 – Spring Equinox

April 16 – Spring Fling 

May 21 – Transitioning to Summer begins

Registration is highly encouraged, max part. 25


Registration and Payment

Workshop Cost: $45

You will receive a registration confirmation email and reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before the workshop start time.

Sound Meditation Journey with Marian Kraus

Sound Meditation Journey with Marian Kraus

Yoga Among Friends (map)

Saturday, April 25
5:30-7p

Led by Marian Kraus

$40 prepaid online, $45 cash only at the door (if room available)

Higher Frequency Living's Sound Bath set up at Yoga Among Friends

Embrace this cherished time of reflection, gratitude, and renewal. Let waves of resonance—gongs, didgeridoo, drums, handpan, shruti-box, vocals, and singing bowls—gather around you like a luminous tapestry, weaving ancient wisdom with healing frequencies that soothe the heart and quiet the mind.

A softly guided meditation will lead you inward, opening the door to gratitude for blessings already received and spaciousness for the gifts yet to come. As the sound bath unfolds, its vibrations invite you to release what feels heavy, settle into your inner light, and awaken a gentle sense of joy and interconnectedness during this sacred time of year.

What to Expect:
This 90-minute journey begins with a theme-inspired meditation, followed by a deeply restorative multi-instrumental soundscape. No experience is needed—simply come as you are. Mats, bolsters, and blankets are provided, and you’re welcome to bring a pillow or extra layers to nestle into your own comfort and ease.

You can learn more at Marian’s new website, Higher Frequency Living.


Reserve Your Spot -

Online Payment $40 prepaid (or $45 at the door, cash only)

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.


Marian Kraus of Higher Frequency Living

About Marian Kraus — Transformational Sound Journey Provider

Born in Bratislava and shaped by life across three countries, Marian brings a unique depth to his work as a transformational sound practitioner. A certified Gong Master and Level 2 Spring Forest Qigong practitioner, he blends ancient sound traditions with modern consciousness practices to support deep rest and inner clarity. His soundscapes—crafted with gongs, singing bowls, didgeridoo, handpan, vocals, and more—are shaped with an artist’s sensitivity, drawn from his background in fine-art photography. Marian’s intention is to create compassionate, uplifting spaces where focused frequencies help dissolve old patterns and awaken a renewed sense of calm and possibility.

Woman’s Wisdom Circle: Reset, Revive & Restore in Downers Grove - May

Woman’s Wisdom Circle: Reset, Revive & Restore in Downers Grove - May

Yoga Among Friends (map)

Led by Donna Ohman

Workshop | Thursday, May 21
6:30-8:15pm | $45, registration highly encouraged

 

“Wisdom is insight that leads to living well.”

The Woman’s Wisdom Circle is a welcoming space to pause, reset, and reconnect with your inner knowing and shared community. Each gathering centers around a gentle theme of revival and balance, weaving together simple health wisdom, breath awareness, therapeutic movement, restorative yoga, and guided meditation.

These sessions invite a soft reset of the nervous system while supporting balance of mind, body, and soul. The practices are accessible, nourishing, and designed to meet you exactly where you are.

This circle also honors the wisdom we carry together. Sharing is always welcome — whether it’s a favorite poem, quote, recipe, or small insight from your own life. You are invited to bring what inspires you, listen deeply, and remember that we all have wisdom to share.

Dates & Themes:
Jan 15 – Winter Zen 

Feb 19 – Vagus Nerve Journey of the parasympathetic nervous system

March 19 – Spring Equinox

April 16 – Spring Fling 

May 21 – Transitioning to Summer begins

Registration is highly encouraged, max part. 25


Registration and Payment

Workshop Cost: $45

You will receive a registration confirmation email and reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before the workshop start time.