Yoga For All Beings

Tried this out as a Groupon. I’ve done yoga at random studios but haven’t found a place I really liked until YFAB! The instructors are great. The studio is clean, open and very peaceful. After my month trial was over I decided to become a member. I used to only go twice a week but now I want to go everyday!

A practitioner for more than four years, my travels have allowed me the pleasure of participating in many classes, but not all instructors have Ali’s spirit and motivating ways. Highly recommend you experience her early morning workout. Totally awesome!

What a GEM! I cant say enough good things about this studio. I have actually put off writing this review because I know I can not possibly find the words to do this place justice.
The studio itself is amazing. The yoga room is bright, open, airy and provides a sense of calmness and peacefulness. The instructors at YFAB are all great. It doesn’t matter if you are new to yoga or if you have been doing it for years they are all non judgemental and provide an environment that is condusive to growth, change, and healing. The owner Danielle, is awesome and you can tell she really loves and cares about her studio.
Before finding this studio I was an avid gym member who did yoga on the side either at the gym or at a studio. Now I can’t imagine not having a studio like this to go to. There is definitely a sense of community that goes along with being a member. It is a non pretentious environment which is great so you can spend more time on your practice and less time worrying about what you look like.
Lastly, parking here is free and a breeze. There is also a cute little vegan shop across the street called Upton’s which is great for a post yoga meal, (food is good even if you aren’t vegan). If you are thinking about giving this place a try I HIGHLY recommend it. Trust me you won’t regret it! I have friends and family who have joined after my urging and they all LOVE it! YFAB you are simply awesome! I am so grateful that you exist!

Yoga for All Beings is such a warm and welcoming place, not to mention beautiful. They greet you with a smile and are genuinely happy that you’re there. There are so many little details that set YFAB apart from other studios, from complimentary teas and snacks in the lobby, to the delicious-​smelling essential oils during savasana. The community that comes to YFAB is also so down-​to-​earth – a totally judgment-​free yogi zone here.
I’ve taken classes with Danielle, who is fabulous, and offers adjustments and variations for every skill level, and today I had a class (level 1 – 2) with Chris, whose class was just the right amount of a challenge. By far my favorite yoga studio… and I’ve tried several! Try it – you will not be disappointed. :)

I loved «Yoga for all Beings». I spent some days in Chicago, so I decided to go to do some exercise, but I have to say that this place teaches me a lot about the postures, the right way and the correct breaths. I’m not from Chicago, so I will miss «Yoga for all Beings» and its instructors, all are nice and they know very well their job, so literally whoever can go and learn to love «yoga». The place is also nice, quiet and clean; so let you think and meditate about your issues and how cope them.
Maybe some day I come back to Chicago, so I will be happy to go back to this place.
Namaste!

So far, so good! I got a coupon in the mail ($ 60 for two months of unlimited classes). I’ve only attended the Candlelight Yoga class on week days. I love it so far. It is strenuous yet relaxing at the same time.
The instructors are all really great and make sure you are doing the position correctly or give modified poses if one is too difficult. The class size is pretty small, so you have your own space.
Other equipment is there for your use, yoga mat rentals are $ 1, and tea is complimentary.

I tried this yoga studio via a Groupon and absolutely loved it here. They have a variety of vinyasa-​based classes and every teacher I have had was absolutely wonderful. I love how the classes are balanced, where if we’re doing something more advanced like an arm balance or vigorous flow sequence, there would be plenty of time to wind down and relax in other poses. It is a very big, nice studio where you can feel like you can practice at your own pace whether you are advanced or a new beginner. Also, I like how the teachers teach about the yoga philosophy, breath work (parayama) and asanas, etc, Everyone is just so nice and wonderful.
One of my favorite teachers is Nicole, who teaches Power vinyasa. Her classes are very balanced (challenging yet relaxing) and the sequences flow really nicely. She also plays really calming «yoga-​like» music that makes the class and environment so much better! I also really like Kris (who I would highly recommend trying), Tori, Jenni, Melissa, and Danielle. They are all great teachers with different styles and approaches to yoga.

I really love the vibe at YFAB. Very welcoming, not pretentious, accepting of all levels and happily willing to coach and give personal instruction. I was the only student for a couple early morning classes in the depths of winter and got some amazing one on one instruction that left me sore for days. Sadly, they don’t have pre natal classes so I had to stop going for a bit but look forward to reincorporating it into my routine.

We trialed this yoga studio because there was a Groupon deal in our hood. We took classes with Melissa, Danielle and Bethany. Each class was fantastic, and most were semi-private.The space is pretty awesome as well (aesthetically pleasing and quiet).
If it weren’t for the distance from our workplaces, we would regularly take classes here.

I am on my free week (new student special) and am loving it. I have practiced at many different studios across the city (and have been through 2 teacher trainings) and believe I could find my «yoga home» here. I have practiced with 3 different teachers so far and have enjoyed every class. Classes are approachable and down to earth.
You won’t feel yoga commercialism like some yoga chains or egotastic yogalebrity name droppers– just solid teachers who give a damn about yoga and about their students.
I took Kris’s class this evening and it totally rocked my world. Although it was approachable, it was challenging. The pace was perfect for a vinyasa class– not so fast that I couldn’t be in my body. She embedded more advanced inversions but didn’t do it gratuitously. She weaved in a theme that made it not about appeasing the ego, rather about confronting psychological barriers. Totally dug it. I’m glad I found a solid studio so close to home.
I hope they offer a donation or community class on rotation at some point so that yoga remains accessible to all beings.

An update: I’ve found that teachers at YOB each have distinct teaching styles that reflect their personalities. If I want deliberate, mindful asanas that emphasize correct form, I’ll go to Gail’s classes. If I want to work on stamina and have a laugh, then Bethany’s classes are perfect. Danielle’s classes are fantastic for variety with your vinyasa (and for realizing what the full expression of a posture REALLY feels like… I have muscles where?). And Ali’s ashtanga-​inspired morning classes are perfect for starting the day and for building muscle, and walking outside to the sun rise after an intense class can change your perspective on life!

I recommend this studio to everyone. I am a member and could not be happier with the place. I have been practicing for two years and have been to a number of studios in Chicago and while traveling.
The environment is non-​pretentious and fun. There is a great balance between respect for the practice and having fun with it.
ALL of the instructors are great. Some go above great into phenomenal. A co-​worker asked me recently if I ever get tired of going to yoga almost daily. She said she gets bored of the same thing over and over at her studio. Something new is going on all the time and that is what keeps it fresh for me. For example an instructor will challenge me to frame a thought differently within my mind or try a new entry or exit to a pose. Last week I think I did 2 new breathing exercises in classes, a walking meditation (which I have never tried before and never heard of), and was challenged to push further or stop pushing so hard a few times.
To touch on the instructors once more — they are as varied as you can hope for. They all have something different to offer. If I were to start recommending who you have to practice with I would essentially tell you every instructor’s name and why I feel they are special.
Also — I am a man and it is a little weird for men to practice yoga, right? I know modern yoga was created by men. Women and westerners were not allowed to practice… blah blah blah. But it is still a little weird to do yoga as a man in 2015. I have gone to some studios and felt kind of like I am intruding on a women’s club meeting. That vibe does not exist at YFAB.
All levels are welcome. It is a great environment to try yoga for the first time. Instructors will all give you modifications so that you can participate if you are brand new, as well as offer options to go further into your practice if you are ready.
Danielle is a very sweet woman and cares deeply about what she does with her life. I couldn’t ask for a better studio/​community than the one she has built.
Show up to this place. I don’t think you will choose to go anywhere else after you experience it.

I am a total yoga newbie but YFAB is so close to my apartment, and I’ve been in desperate need of exercise, so I did the week of unlimited classes for $ 20. After my week was up, I knew I had to sign up for more classes. All of the teachers have been amazing. They’re friendly, knowledgeable, and don’t laugh at me for not being able to touch my toes. They make me feel incredibly welcome. All of the teachers that I take classes with regularly have learned my name and chat with me before and after class. I just have to say that overall it has been a great experience and I look forward to continuing my practice at YFAB!
Also, when I signed up for the auto-​pay monthly subscription, I also downloaded the MindBody Connect app and favorited YFAB which means I can see the class schedule, studio info, teacher info, and book classes on the app which is super convenient and easy!

I’m a total yoga newbie. Got a great groupon for a one month unlimited trial. The place is walking distance for me but there is plenty of street parking. The studio is cute. It’s very clean. For my first class… I liked it! It was a Saturday morning so there wasn’t many people in there — which was good because I felt like the instructor could help and I wasn’t too embarrassed since I literally did not know what I was doing. The teacher was very nice, spunky, motivating and funny. She also explained the moves — how and why. Good things! I’ll keep with it.

I went to a workshop for my first time at this studio-​a yoga and wine class… we did yoga, then afterwards tasted delicious chocolates paired with delicious wine. … amazing. Great people, welcoming, relaxing atmosphere, gorgeous studio… one of my new favorites.

My ideal yoga studio:
Knowledgeable Teachers (who have belief in the spiritual and mental side of yoga)
Vinyasa
Open Space
Promotes Growth and Challenges in Practice (on ALL levels)
I can safely say that this new studio hits the mark on these. I recently lost my two favorite teachers at another studio and was a bit lost on where to go. After purchasing a Groupon to try it out, I was instantly hooked. As in after the time was up, I went ahead and got the unlimited month.
In practice the teachers are good at showing everyone how to get into the right postures and then showing you how to progress into a deeper expression of that posture for more of a challenge. The adjustments are sensitive and expertly executed. If you have any questions after class, they are quick to help answer them.
This sunny loft space has complimentary herbal tea and mints when you’re done with practice.
Also its across the street from a great little vegan place.

Love this studio! The space is serene but edgy with exposed brick and beautiful hardwood floors. There are tons of props and they have mats for rent. The hours for classes are convenient and the price is totally reasonable. I went with an auto-​pay membership!
The owner, Danielle, is knowledgable, helpful, and ridiculously dedicated to the studio and her yoga practice. Her classes are comfortable but challenging. She doesn’t push you into trying anything you don’t want to but gives you options at every level so you can choose your limits.
I have nothing but good things to say about Yoga for all Beings!

So, my sister is a total Yogi and my mom is a yoga instructor. I have been an athlete my entire life, but have not been able to find the studio for me. I have tried Core Power, Bikram Yoga, and everything in between.
I am so excited that after some pushing from my sister to try Vinyasa Flow, I have found a great studio that offers classes at times that work for me and super close to my apartment.
Yoga for all beings is easy to find, clean, and the teachers have all been really friendly. Since they are a new studio the classes are full but not to the point of discomfort; which as a newbe can stress me out!
Their pricing is pretty well inline with other studios, even a little more reasonable. I am really glad I found this spot and am ready to begin becoming a committed yogi!

I wanted to get a yoga class or two while on my business/​pleasure trip in Chicago. I found this studio via a app that’s a front end for MindBody. I decided to make the trek from my hotel on Michigan Ave. to the Ukranian Village — I also wanted to escape the intensity of downtown as well.
And I’m glad I did, since I did spend 7 hours hopping between planes and airports. The studio itself was pretty much brand new, but the character of the building is still preserved. I did 2 vinyasa classes with Danielle and Bethany and the flow was familiar yet challenging — most of the yoga I do back home is vinyasa. I welcomed the challenge Danielle and Bethany added with different poses or variations of what I’m familiar with — especially when a run along Lake Michigan wore me out. The classes I’ve been to were small, but it also created an intimate setting that I was able to become self-​aware, more midnful and get adjusted if they were needed.
Besides the fact that I don’t live in Chicago, I think this is a little jewel of a yoga studio that is waiting to be discovered, and Chicago yoga has a different vibe than Bay Area yoga. And they welcomed me back if I find myself in Chicagoland again.

Wish I had more tine to write but, seeing how this review is way overdue, I’ll stick to the basics.
1. Knowledge. This team knows their stuff. Having a background in studying/​teaching in both California and Chicago, they’ve learned not only the sculpt/​fitness aspect but also the meditative/​therapeutic aspect of yoga.
2. Accommodating. Check out their service menu and their class schedule. I want to do all the classes and, thanks to their flexibility, I can.
3. Authentic. This isn’t your cookie cutter yoga class. This is the real deal.
4. Positive. The energy here is so warm and inviting.
I could go up to number 20 but you get the idea. Go here for all your «I need to fit into my bikini while finding my Zen» needs.