Led by Jaclyn Jackson, CYT

Workshop | Friday, December 12, 2025
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.

Embrace the sacred spirit of the season as you gather in this cherished time of reflection, gratitude, and renewal. Step into a healing soundscape created by the resonant power of large titanium and bronze gongs paired with didgeridoo, drums, handpan, shruti-box, vocals, singing bowls, and more—weaving together ancient wisdom with modern healing frequencies. This carefully orchestrated blend honors the essence of giving, receiving, and connection that defines this luminous time of year.

A brief guided meditation will guide you into the heart of Holiday Luminescence, cultivating deep gratitude for blessings received, openness to the gifts yet to come, and a profound sense of peace that radiates from within. Allow these healing vibrations to soften your heart, deepen your presence, and awaken a timeless sense of joy, compassion, and interconnectedness as you prepare to celebrate the magic and meaning of this sacred season.

Immerse yourself in an evening of deep relaxation and self-discovery through the healing vibrations of gongs, didgeridoo, drums, vocals, and flutes. This transformative sound bath meditation is designed to guide you inward, fostering clarity and self-awareness as you explore your thoughts, emotions, and inner patterns.

Through a brief introduction, guided meditation, and a soothing sound bath, you'll enter a state of profound stillness, allowing for deep introspection and renewal. Join us in a supportive community setting and experience the power of presence, relaxation, and inner transformation.

Embark on a 90-minute odyssey of self-discovery and renewal.

First Segment: The Introduction - Settle in as we introduce you to the transformative power of sound therapy. Learn how our unique blend of meditation and sound bathing works synergistically to unlock the full potential of your conscious mind, paving the way for deep healing and evolution.

Second Segment: Guided Meditation - Surrender to the gentle guidance of our meditation, designed to quiet the mind's chatter and prepare you for the profound healing to come. Allow yourself to sink into deep relaxation as you journey inward towards the source of your true essence.

Third Segment: The Sound Bath - Feel the resonance of ancient and otherworldly sounds wash over you as you bask in the immersive embrace of our sound bath. Let the primal vibrations of our skillfully layered multi-instrumental soundscape harmonize every cell of your being, triggering a cascade of healing responses within your body and mind.

Whether you're a seasoned seeker or new to sound healing, our sanctuary welcomes you. Come as you are, dressed in comfortable attire, and bring along a mat, pillow, and blanket if you wish to cozy up during your journey.

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.

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

Say goodbye to 2025 by immersing into the magic of a candlelight all-level yoga practice with Marina. The practice will be accompanied by the sweet healing sounds of crystal and Tibetan bowls, skillfully played by Yolanda and handspan with Mike McGuigan.

The event will include the following:

• Opening mantras

• Setting an intention and group sharing

• All-level yoga practice with Marina accompanied by the sound of singing bowls and handpan – 1 hour

• Sound Healing with Yolanda

• Pranayama

• Meditation to a Handpan with Mike

• Silent Meditation

• Metta Meditation

• Loka Samastha Sukhino Bhavantu Chanting

• Reflection and Final Sharing

• Closing Mantras

Reserve Your Spot

Payment $70

Click this New Year’s Eve Yoga with Sound Healing link to register and pay for the class. You will receive a confirmation email. You will also receive reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before the workshop.

or

Mail your check of $70, payable to Yoga Among Friends, to 4949 Forest Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515. YAF only accepts cash and checks at the studio.

Led by Jaclyn Jackson, CYT

Workshop | Friday, January 9, 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.

Led by Anna Albrecht

Workshop | Saturday, January 10
2-4:30pm | $55

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re the only one dealing with bladder leaks, bowel changes, pelvic discomfort, or shifts in sexual function — you’re not. These concerns affect people of all ages, especially during menopause, andropause, postpartum recovery, and times of stress. But most of us aren’t taught how the pelvic floor actually works…or how to support it.

Join Anna Albrecht, DPT, Board Certified Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, for a warm, light-hearted, and deeply informative workshop that takes the embarrassment out of pelvic health. You’ll learn what’s normal, what’s common, and what’s treatable—along with practical tools you can start using right away.

Anna blends her expertise as a pelvic health PT, respiratory therapist, Stott Pilates instructor, and yoga teacher to meet every participant where they are. Expect a mix of gentle movement, breathwork, myofascial release education, and open conversation.

In this workshop, you’ll walk away with:

• A clear understanding of pelvic anatomy and how it influences bladder, bowel, and sexual health

• Simple breathing + movement techniques to improve comfort, confidence, and function

• Strategies for managing menopause-, andropause-, or postpartum-related changes

• Daily self-care practices that truly support long-term pelvic well-being

• The freedom to ask questions you’ve always wanted answered — in a supportive, judgment-free space

Bring your curiosity and your sense of humor. It’s time to talk openly and learn how pelvic health can transform your quality of life.

Register for the Workshop

Online Payment $55

1. Click this Pelvic Health Workshop link to register and pay for the class. Registration closes one hour before the class starts.

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

Led by Donna Ohman

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

Additional workshops with different themes will be held on March 5, April 16, and May 28.

UZIT Self-Care Sangha for Stress & Exhaustion

Join us for this exciting experience of encompassing the social and emotional aspects of our yoga community. Let’s reconnect at Yoga Among Friends to live your yoga, learn ways to manage stress, practice self-care, and develop a sense of centering.

Urban Zen Integrative Therapy (UZIT™) is a self-care relaxation practice that layers gentle mindful movements, breath awareness, restorative yoga poses, meditation, reiki and essential oils to reduce the symptoms that many people face in daily life such as pain, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion and stress.

UZIT (pronounced use-it) promotes a sense of centering, calm, and joy by integrating gentle yoga movement, restorative yoga, breath awareness, Reiki, essential oils, and presence. It restores, re-connects, and rebalances. This class is for everyone who may be feeling exhausted, anxious, in pain, or just not as vital as they would like. Students will learn breathing and self-reiki techniques in restorative poses, along with aromatherapy, which they can use at home.

This is a semi-private class for those seeking to expand their yoga practice and learn how to live yoga on and off the mat. This two-hour workshop will include a safe space for gentle practice, meditation, journaling, and connecting with like-minded women.

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.

Restore Balance with Gentle Yoga, Aromatherapy, and Sound Healing

In the quiet heart of winter, we gather to soften, breathe, and return to the peace that lives within us. This 90-minute candlelit workshop blends gentle yoga, aromatherapy, and sound healing to help soothe the nervous system, release tension, and support emotional and physical well-being. Whether you're new to yoga or seeking a deeply restorative experience, this practice offers a sanctuary where your body can unwind and your spirit can settle.

A Restorative Yoga Workshop for Stress Relief & Nervous System Support

As you step into the warm glow of the studio, your senses begin to relax. The room is set with intention—soft candlelight, grounding scents, and a quiet atmosphere that welcomes you home to yourself.

During the workshop, you’ll be guided through:

✨ Grounding Meditation & Breathwork

A gentle arrival practice to quiet the mind, slow the breath, and ease the subtle layers of stress that accumulate throughout daily life.

✨ Therapeutic Gentle Yoga

Mindful, slow movements designed to release tension in the back, hips, and shoulders—areas where many of us hold stress. Accessible for all levels, including beginners.

✨ Aromatherapy & Simple Self-Massage

Soothing essential oils and nurturing touch techniques that help the body soften and the mind settle.

✨ Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing

Supported postures lead you into deep rest while crystal bowls, wave drums, and other instruments create an immersive sound bath that encourages the nervous system to reset and restore.

Each element works together to create a holistic experience of balance, grounding, and inner harmony.

Who This Workshop Is For

This gently restorative workshop is ideal for anyone seeking:

• Stress relief and emotional grounding

• Nervous system regulation

• A beginner-friendly yoga experience

• Relief from tension in the back, shoulders, and hips

• A peaceful reset after the holidays

• A soothing, candlelit sound bath in Downers Grove

Join Us in Downers Grove on January 22, 2026

This workshop is more than a class—it’s a healing experience. This isn’t just a class; it’s a deeply nurturing experience. You’ll step out feeling balanced and renewed, carrying easy, accessible tools to help you return to calm whenever your life needs time to calm and rest.

Reserve Your Spot Today

$40

Click this Calm Within Workshop link to register. You will receive a confirmation email, plus gentle reminder emails 24 hours and 2 hours before the workshop begins.

Led by Jaclyn Jackson, CYT

Workshop | Friday, February 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.

Led by Donna Ohman

Workshop | Thursday, March 5
6:30-8:15pm | $45, registration highly encouraged

Additional workshops with different themes will be held on April 16 and May 28.

UZIT Self-Care Sangha for Stress & Exhaustion

Join us for this exciting experience of encompassing the social and emotional aspects of our yoga community. Let’s reconnect at Yoga Among Friends to live your yoga, learn ways to manage stress, practice self-care, and develop a sense of centering.

Urban Zen Integrative Therapy (UZIT™) is a self-care relaxation practice that layers gentle mindful movements, breath awareness, restorative yoga poses, meditation, reiki and essential oils to reduce the symptoms that many people face in daily life such as pain, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion and stress.

UZIT (pronounced use-it) promotes a sense of centering, calm, and joy by integrating gentle yoga movement, restorative yoga, breath awareness, Reiki, essential oils, and presence. It restores, re-connects, and rebalances. This class is for everyone who may be feeling exhausted, anxious, in pain, or just not as vital as they would like. Students will learn breathing and self-reiki techniques in restorative poses, along with aromatherapy, which they can use at home.

This is a semi-private class for those seeking to expand their yoga practice and learn how to live yoga on and off the mat. This two-hour workshop will include a safe space for gentle practice, meditation, journaling, and connecting with like-minded women.

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.

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.

Led by Donna Ohman

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

Additional workshops with different themes will be held on May 28.

UZIT Self-Care Sangha for Stress & Exhaustion

Join us for this exciting experience of encompassing the social and emotional aspects of our yoga community. Let’s reconnect at Yoga Among Friends to live your yoga, learn ways to manage stress, practice self-care, and develop a sense of centering.

Urban Zen Integrative Therapy (UZIT™) is a self-care relaxation practice that layers gentle mindful movements, breath awareness, restorative yoga poses, meditation, reiki and essential oils to reduce the symptoms that many people face in daily life such as pain, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion and stress.

UZIT (pronounced use-it) promotes a sense of centering, calm, and joy by integrating gentle yoga movement, restorative yoga, breath awareness, Reiki, essential oils, and presence. It restores, re-connects, and rebalances. This class is for everyone who may be feeling exhausted, anxious, in pain, or just not as vital as they would like. Students will learn breathing and self-reiki techniques in restorative poses, along with aromatherapy, which they can use at home.

This is a semi-private class for those seeking to expand their yoga practice and learn how to live yoga on and off the mat. This two-hour workshop will include a safe space for gentle practice, meditation, journaling, and connecting with like-minded women.

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.

Led by Donna Ohman

Workshop | Thursday, May 28
6:30-8:15pm | $45, registration highly encouraged

UZIT Self-Care Sangha for Stress & Exhaustion

Join us for this exciting experience of encompassing the social and emotional aspects of our yoga community. Let’s reconnect at Yoga Among Friends to live your yoga, learn ways to manage stress, practice self-care, and develop a sense of centering.

Urban Zen Integrative Therapy (UZIT™) is a self-care relaxation practice that layers gentle mindful movements, breath awareness, restorative yoga poses, meditation, reiki and essential oils to reduce the symptoms that many people face in daily life such as pain, anxiety, insomnia, exhaustion and stress.

UZIT (pronounced use-it) promotes a sense of centering, calm, and joy by integrating gentle yoga movement, restorative yoga, breath awareness, Reiki, essential oils, and presence. It restores, re-connects, and rebalances. This class is for everyone who may be feeling exhausted, anxious, in pain, or just not as vital as they would like. Students will learn breathing and self-reiki techniques in restorative poses, along with aromatherapy, which they can use at home.

This is a semi-private class for those seeking to expand their yoga practice and learn how to live yoga on and off the mat. This two-hour workshop will include a safe space for gentle practice, meditation, journaling, and connecting with like-minded women.

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.