Private Tai Chi Chuan (Taiji) Calsses for begginers in Chicago

Hey, I'm manager of yoga instructor Diana. She's from Ukraine, so I'll help with translations and communication. Hatha yoga - Yoga helps us to strengthen the body from the outside and inside. It helps us to improve our inner state and find balance. It is an opportunity to organize thoughts and focus on the here and now. In addition, yoga strengthens the body and improves mood. It has a positive effect on the flexibility and balance of our body. What are the benefits of this practice? First of all, it helps to strengthen the human body, build endurance and willpower. This yoga helps to relax and improves the ability to cope with stress. It has a positive effect on blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Due to the diversity of this practice, it improves muscle flexibility. Also, this practice fills the body with energy, boosts immunity and improves your posture. This practice is suitable for both women and men of all ages. The practice is a bit more complicated than hatha yoga, but it is also suitable for beginners. It is possible to move further in terms of complexity, using more dynamics and increasing the complexity of asanas. Further complication is focused on the use of asanas with deflections and inverted positions. Also, you can smoothly move into Ashtanga yoga or dynamic yoga. Diana has three years of experience teaching modern dance and yoga individually. She has more than 5 years of teaching experience in groups and dozens of satisfied students. Therefore, she will definitely provide everyone with an individual approach, find the right pace and the necessary asanas. If you have more questions, don't hesitate to text me <3 Let's change our lives today, not every Monday, right?)

The course module is adapted to the student. The summary will be communicated during the first lesson: 1. Introduction 2. Communication and Psychology 3. Pressure Points 4. Hand to Hand Combat 5. Baton Attack 6. Knife Attack 7. Gun Attack 8. Rifle Attack (Theory) 9. Multiple Attackers 10. Bonus Tips ▪️ The techniques used will improve your confidence level and teach you how to defend against 1, 2, or even 3 attackers in different aggression situations. ▪️ Self Defense is a countermeasure that consists of defending the health and the well-being of oneself against harm. The use of the right of self-defense as a legal justification for the use of force in times of danger is available in many jurisdictions ▪️ I have experience in military and diplomatic missions, giving me a solid background to accompany you, and share with you the best skills on how to defend yourself in various situations. ▪️ I have traveled to many countries and assisted to many self-defense seminars, so, I can share with you the best methods to learn and lessons learned to avoid wasting time and turning in circles. ▪️I can provide you with the knowledge and skills to live independently in security. I can teach you basic and complicated self-defense, body language (yours and others), situational awareness, avoiding potentially dangerous situations and places, and asserting yourselves in risky situations. * For the more sensitive, specifically, parents with children who are victims of harassment. I can accompany your children, and help them to overcome their fears. Myself with a medium height, and considered not too big physically, I developed over the years for myself and my student's multiple skills and methods to defend ourselves whatever the size of our body is. ▪️ 15 years + of experience. ▪️ 7 years of MA Self Defense. ▪️ 4 years of MMA - Mixed Martial Art. ▪️ 4 years of Silat, Systema, Wing Chun, Aikido, Free Style.

This class is dedicated to all those who wish to calm the nervous system and work on rooting themselves in the present moment. Connecting with the body and its language. A combination of yoga and somatic techniques that help us understand how our body works and its relationship with the mind. For all levels, because we're not looking for virtuosity in complicated positions, but to refine our perception, communication and understanding of our ‘total self’. We'll use asanas and pranayama, as well as micromovements and meditation. Everyone is welcome! A perfect class if you're going through a period of stress or a lot of mental activity or worry, if you lead a very sedentary life, or simply if you want to relax and move your body. The purpose of those classes is education, not on the superficial level of mimicking form, but on a profoundly deep level of understanding the full use of the body as an integral whole to maximize full function of each individual's unique movement potential. The aim is toward maximum physicality in function and overall health as well as a state of relaxation and a stimulation of the body's energy centres and meridians that is revitalising and healing. The benefits of yoga also include gaining flexibility and working on breathing skills concentration, balance, endurance, muscular and vital strength, as well as strengthening the nervous system and immune system. The content and dynamics of the practices will be adapted to your experience, needs, age, and specific circumstances, seeking to gain the greatest possible benefit. I have experience working with and teaching beginners and people with little experience of physical work as well as children in the field of dance, acting movement, and yoga.

Yoga Therapy empowers you to become boss of your health in safe and guided environment. More than a yoga class or private yoga session, participants receive personalized yoga and lifestyle guidance that seamlessly integrates balancing practices for the mind, body and spirit. Yoga Therapy works as a supplemental healing modality for a variety of health challenges or as a way of proactively approaching healthy living. Clients will receive tools to support their personal health goals. Breathing Disorders Pain Management Cancer Recovery & Support Heart Health & Recovery Healthy Weight Management Injury Recovery Trauma & Addiction Grief & Loss Depression & Anxiety Stress Management Work Life Balance Life Transitions Women's Health Insomnia & Sleep Disorders Fertility, Pregnancy and Postpartum Recovery Emotional Regulation Routines to Support Healthy Living

✨ Your Guide to a Transformative Yoga Journey Step into a world where yoga becomes a personal voyage of discovery and transformation with me. With a deep passion for yoga and a commitment to offering a unique experience to every practitioner, my classes are a blend of personalized attention and scalable growth. ✨ A Personalized Approach My teaching method is as flexible as it is attentive, adapting to the unique needs of each individual. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the foundational poses or an advanced practitioner seeking to deepen your practice, I am here to guide you with care and respect. My classes are designed to cultivate both physical strength and inner serenity, harmonizing body and mind in a seamless flow. ✨ Discover the Transformative Power of Yoga I invite you to explore yoga not just as a physical exercise, but as a path to mental well-being and emotional balance. My lessons are crafted to respond to your desires and needs, ensuring progress that is both effective and safe. Together, we'll embark on a journey to harmonize your body and mind, unlocking renewed inner peace and vitality. ✨ Join the Adventure I look forward to sharing this adventure of well-being and self-discovery with you. Together, we'll explore the infinite possibilities that yoga offers, nurturing the seeds of transformation within your body and spirit. Let me be your guide as you delve into the magical world of yoga, where every class is a step towards a more balanced and vibrant you.

Yogic sleep and Yoga Nidra enhance mental clarity and enrich the soul, fostering a more profound sense of awareness and well-being. The class can be customized to meet each client's specific needs, ensuring that their unique requirements are effectively addressed through the practice. This class is suitable for anyone who seeks profound relaxation of both the mind and body.

Hannah teaches open & friendly Vinyasa flow classes accompanied by mood boosting playlists, where we will interweave work on strength and stability. She uses the breath as a core element of the practice, helping students connect with themselves throughout. Whether you are looking to increase flexibility, gain strength or feel more grounded in your everyday life, her classes will offer a space to take what you need on any given day. Hannah passionately believe that yoga is for everybody’s body and always give variations and modifications so the practice can be accessed by all. She also gives gentle offerings of assists, adjustments and breathing techniques that can be used on and off the mat. You'll be encouraged to meet yourself on the mat, practice with self acceptance, and leave feeling centered and content!

In the class, we will focus on physical, mental, and spiritual health. I will also help you to plan a diet in interested. And with consistency in practice, you can reverse the process. With time, you will feel better. All I need is a commitment to your own health and faith. The Role of Yoga in Cardiac Health The position of yoga in cardiac health is increasingly diagnosed and appreciated for its holistic approach to improving cardiovascular well-being. right here are a few key components of how yoga can advantage cardiac health: Blood stress management: Yoga and relaxation techniques, together with deep respiratory and meditation, can assist in reducing strain levels. lowering pressure can, in flip, reduce blood pressure, which is a sizable chance aspect for coronary heart disease. cholesterol and Lipid Profile improvement: Studies have shown that everyday yoga practice can lead to a decrease in serum cholesterol levels, triglycerides, and unfastened fatty acids. those upgrades in lipid profiles contribute to a healthier cardiovascular gadget. Blood Glucose control: Yoga and conscious respiration sporting activities can also help modify blood glucose stages, which is essential for people with diabetes or those susceptible to developing diabetes, as out-of-control blood sugar can contribute to heart troubles. Weight management: Yoga may be a powerful tool for weight management. ordinary yoga exercise, blended with a balanced weight-reduction plan, can assist individuals in maintaining a healthy frame weight. obesity is a chance component for heart disorders, so weight control is crucial for cardiac fitness. bodily fitness: The physical postures (asanas) in yoga assist in improving flexibility, power, and standard physical health. A more potent, extra flexible frame can better support heart fitness and typical well-being. stress discount: Chronic pressure is known to have detrimental outcomes on the heart. Yoga promotes rest and decreases pressure through techniques like mindfulness, meditation, and deep respiratory sporting events. this will make contribute to better cardiac health by lowering the impact of stress-associated hormones on the frame. efficiency and well-being: As you mentioned, yoga can enhance one's overall performance and experience of well-being. Feeling physically and mentally nice can positively affect cardiac fitness by using promoting a fine outlook and inspiring healthier lifestyle choices. As a part of a complete technique for cardiac health, a wholesome weight loss plan, rich in fruits, vegetables, complete grains, and lean proteins, can supplement the blessings of yoga and support cardiovascular wellness. Consistency and commitment: Normal and regular yoga exercise is prime to reaping the blessings. It calls for commitment to at least one's health and faith within the process. Over time, people may also enjoy upgrades in their cardiac fitness and a standard experience of well-being. In conclusion, yoga plays a precious function in promoting cardiac health by using addressing bodily, mental, and religious aspects of properly being. Combining yoga with a heart-wolesome food plan and making a dedication to everyday practice can be a powerful manner to manage and improve cardiovascular health. however, it is vital to discuss with a healthcare expert earlier than starting any new exercise or dietary regimen, mainly when you have current cardiac problems or fitness issues. This will be a tailor-made class for you! Let's see you on Mat. NAMASTE!

Welcome to my Vinyasa Flow sessions 🪷 This course is aimed at beginners and not so beginners who want to join in on some dynamic and fun yoga sessions. In each practice we can work different sets of muscles or if you prefer to strengthen or stretch a specific area, you can tell me and we will gladly guide you. Through a sequence of asanas (approximately 55 minutes + meditation) I will help you balance body, mind and spirit. Go ahead and try it with me, I'm sure you'll like it!

Are you seeking for a creative and uplifting way to consciously reconnect with yourself ? Transcendental Embodiment is a dance practice that will guide you to embrace your emotions and help you to reach your true authentic self. Through meditative dances, guided imageries, and energy healing modalities. I am here to support and guide you in your process of discovering your inner power through: - chakras alignment, guided meditation, breathing exercises - self-expression & subjective experience through dance - expanding your heart space, emotional awareness, and healing in movement and dance - release of stress, judgment, and trapped emotions - grounding, self-care, resilience - and more... The sessions are tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of each individual. *Dance can be a practice of introspection, transformation, and transcendence of one’s subjective experiences into a worldwide journey. * As a professional dancer, teacher, and performance maker I am introspectively processing each working day in consciousness, listening to my upcoming emotions, triggers, or anxiety when it comes to be physically and mentally performative in a team, or as a freelance artist. Instead of suppressing these emotions and creating energetical and mental blockages (that can end up into somatic pains or burn-out): we should pay more attention to these inner warning messages and strengthen our emotional intelligence to be able to cope with the infinitesimal external stimulus and daily-stress of our very fast lives. It can be challenging to sense with clarity what is the origin of some feelings of frustration, unsatisfaction, discomfort, or grief, and it can be intimidating or discouraging to walk alone on that path. This class helps you to commit to your better-being, presence to oneself countering wellness procrastination. * What do you need to feel lighter, brighter, or happier in your everyday life? * * What is your self-achievement potentiality? * - For who? : For anyone who enjoys movement and dance, and desires a better connection and understanding with their moving bodies. / ​One-to-one or group sessions. - ​Where? : Online via SKYPE or at the student's location. Values: Integrity, Transparency, Respect, Cooperation * About TE : Transcendental Embodiment (TE) is the result of three years of research and development. Merging from a movement philosophy research entitled Behind & Beyond, to its phenomenological understanding. The metaphysical unity of the tangible and intangible bodies expounds on the undeniable relationships between those in the physical realm. The tangible body (the material vehicle), the intangibles bodies (psychological, emotional, energetical, and spiritual). As a dance healing practice, guiding the practitioner to conscious corporeality, and subjective emotional understanding, this methodology can also be a useful tool to improve artistry and technical skills on a deeper level, widening mindful creativity, awareness, empathy, and sensitivity. (TE) movement and dance methodology combines a meditative approach in stillness and through movement, awakening the mind, spreading the awareness into different body parts; putting a specific emphasis on improvisation skills, and musicality, following energy impulses and intuitive movement and increasing the flow of energy. Inviting the practitioners to practice resilience, non-self definition, non-judgment, self-care and self-love, integrity, and acceptance to overcome technical, physical, and mental limits holding the practitioner from his self-achievement potentiality. This approach builds itself crescendo on subjective movement reflexivity and introspective journey through the following process: ​ * The four steps: Being | Investigation | Exploration | Dedication Unconscious - Subconscious - Conscious - Transcendental Consciousness Feel free to contact me for any inquiries. Tiffany

“Meditation doesn’t work!” Has this thought ever crossed your mind? Maybe you’ve tried meditation or even done some mindfulness exercises. Sure, they might have helped you relax, maybe encouraged you to take a deep breath or two (or more) and maybe you felt a bit better. But then you got sick and scared, or had a fight with your partner, or yelled at a stranger. And you thought, “Well, eff that. I’ve been meditating for days/months/years and I’m still a jerk. Meditation doesn't work.” And you are right. Meditation doesn’t work if what we are trying to do is bypass the difficulties and discomfort of being a human being. If you are trying to change who you are. Then meditation definitely doesn’t work. But it does work if what you are seeking is to suffer less. Or at least to suffer well. And you don’t even need to be a Buddhist to explore Buddhist meditation. I look forward to meditating with you. We can practice, then talk about practice and life. It’s kind of the same thing.

Yoga is an amazing tool I discovered more than10 years ago. With the help of yoga you will be able to release tensions and emotions that you have been carrying around with you for years. Subsequently, you will make space for new things to unfold in your body and Life! Don’t watch the process happen on other people but start today. I will guide you with body, mind and spirit into this practice with a lot of asanas. Some women will discover they can leave the medical pill box aside for relieving period cramps for example. Many claim to have found a solution for their anxiety, insomnia or depression. A mindful practice comes from your own input. As a 200 Hour yoga Teacher and 50 hour FlyHighYoga teacher I will be your guide and coach to embark on your journey with a variety of purposes - be it weight loss, toning, relieving stress, controlling emotions, going through a difficult phase in life, curing pain and symptoms, staying in shape, improving flexibility or practicing to become a professional.We will do different asanas in conjunction with the phases of the moon. Additionally, I work with breathing - the power of breathing is an add-on to your yoga practice. With the control of your breath you can actually turn off the mind when it’s spinning - this will give you clarity. Nonetheless, it’s a very powerful way to cleanse your airways and lungs. The lungs fight pathogens on a daily basis - but have you ever wondered when you actually cleanse them ? I am an experienced and certified teacher with over 150 hours in teaching in studios and University facilities. I can teach one on one classes but also groups up to 50 people. My practice is dedicated and adapted to my students. I focus on getting the best out of everyone, mostly having fun and feeling great during and after class. Are you ready for this journey ? (Beginner, intermediate or advanced welcome) Pilates, Barre and other classes available with me on demand. I have recently graduated with a Barre foundations diploma, provided by the MethodBarre. Barre a very popular sports enables you to build strength and elongate your muscles. As an ancient dancer (Jazz and Ballet) at the Conservatoire de la Musique du Luxembourg, I have strong ballet foundations. However, my barre practice merges fitness and ballet. Yogi’s and anyone can benefit from Barre classes. You can book me for retreats, private (luxury) trips on demand as your coach/ instructor. Finally, I have a nutrition diploma by the Univeristy of Groningen, where I am also currently being trained to become an MD. My nutrition diploma is an advantage to you as a coach- I can guide you in injury recovery, detox and assist you with certain medical conditions such as IBS or other gut diseases in the autoimmune spectrum.

Descubre el equilibrio en tu práctica de yoga 🧘‍♀️✨ Te invito a un espacio donde el cuerpo, la mente y la respiración se conectan en armonía. Mis clases de yoga estilo Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin y Kundalini están diseñadas para todos los niveles, desde principiantes hasta practicantes avanzados, adaptando cada sesión a tus necesidades. 🌿 ¿Qué encontrarás en mis clases? ✔ Movimientos fluidos que fortalecen y flexibilizan tu cuerpo. ✔ Técnicas de respiración (pranayama) para calmar la mente. ✔ Momentos de meditación y conexión contigo mismo/a. ✔ Un ambiente acogedor donde podrás relajarte y renovarte. 📍 ¿Dónde? Online 🕰 Cuándo? Días y horarios a combinar 📩 Reserva tu lugar o consulta más información Regálate un momento para ti. Ven a vivir la experiencia del yoga y descubre cómo transformar tu bienestar día a día. 🌸✨ ¡Nos vemos en el mat! 🧘‍♂️💛 Alma

Find the respectful balance of the Science of Yoga, firstly under the precept of Ahimasa - NON-violence - with a therapeutic, individualized practice, changing throughout the year that gives you the best benefits according to the season. Includes: Pranayama, Āsana, Drishti, Marma Therapy, Dhyana and Naada, as well as Nutrition recommendations and Medicinal Elixirs to enhance your digestive processes.

Each class is designed to foster deep connections within oneself. I prefer reading the individual's/collective energy. This allows me to design a nurturing and empowering practice, ensuring that it resonates with everyone present. I emphasise the importance of honouring your own body and its limits, encouraging each participant to listen to their own intuition and let their moves be the moves of truth. My guidance is rooted in traditional practices, but I adapt the sequences to make them accessible and beneficial for all levels. Moreover, as yoga is not only asanas, I love to include meditation and pranayamas in the classes while I incorporate live singing (in-person classes). I use my voice to enhance the atmosphere and create a deeper connection to the practice and one's body, as the frequency of singing is healing.