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Welcome!

Yoga Among Friends welcomes students of all levels! Beginners to seasoned yogis and everyone-in-between will find classes that can help develop self-awareness, relieve stress, build strength, increase flexibility, enhance concentration, and improve your daily life. Whether you are a beginner hoping to touch your toes, a dedicated yogi trying to deepen your practice, or someone who just needs a break, we have a class that's right for you. Come in today. You'll be glad you did! Learn more about us

What students are saying...

jan 13, 2011
Ashley Mead, a digital marketing consultant, gives us a rave! Check out her blog for her review of Yoga Among Friends! Thanks Ashley!

may 19, 2011
"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're more experienced, you are challenged to deepen. YAF is a sanctuary that nourishes me ~ body, mind and spirit. Also, I love the people and sense of community - it truly lives up to it's name."

- Mary Lothrop

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We're easy to find
Our studio is located in the heart of downtown Downers Grove, IL., one block west of Main St, and one block north of the Metra train tracks. We are on Forest Ave on the east side of the street in a tall warehouse building on the 2nd floor. Get directions

Flexible pricing

  • pay by the class
  • buy a 10 card package
  • a special low kids rate
  • gift certificates are available

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New to yoga? —Start anytime!

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Learn about our yoga therapy and wellness programs

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When yoga tools are practiced with therapeutic intentions, one can either prevent or help alleviate the symptoms of illness on the physical, mental and emotional layers of our lives, including stress, back pain, arthritis, hypertension, asthma, depression, anxiety disorders, Parkinson’s Disease, cancers and addictions. Learn more

 

 

Check out our current class schedule
Classes: Laura Jane and student

  • Coming this July! Yoga Therapy Classes with Dr. Indu Arora.
    —Fridays July 6, 13, 20, 27 * 9:30 am-11 am. Learn more.

  • New Series Class! Fundamentals of Yoga
    —Mondays 7:30-8:45pm. 6 week series. Registration required. Starts 5/7! 
    —Thursdays 7:30-8:45pm. 6 week series. Registration required. Starts 5/10! Learn more.

  • New Series! YogaKids —Drop in Anytime!
    —Tuesdays 3:45-4:30pm for Ages 4-8 yrs. 9 week series. Now Running! 
    —Tuesdays 4:30-5:30pm for Ages 9-14 yrs. On Hiatus until Fall. Learn more.

  • New Series! Yoga for Scoliosis
    —Tuesdays 6:30-8pm. 6 week series for beginners. Registration required. Starts 5/22!
    —Wednesdays 7:30-9pm. 6 week series for experienced students. Registration required. Starts 5/23! Learn more.

 

Upcoming workshops and events
Classes: Laura Jane and student

  • May 19 - Monthly Back Care Clinic with Nancy "DL" Hearty Learn More

  • June 9 - Monthly Back Care Clinic with Nancy "DL" Hearty Learn More

  • June 16 - Yoga and Ayurveda for Immunity with Dr. Indu Arora Learn More

  • June 19 - Reiki Circle with Donna Prenta Learn More

  • June 23 - Yoga and Ayurveda for Immunity with Dr. Indu Arora Learn More

  • See all events

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