In this Mindfulness Meditation class, I will be introducing you to a variety of mindfulness meditation practices. This class is perfect for beginners or practitioners alike.

Depending on the subject I have planned for class, I may include one or two meditations. I will always guide you in the meditations with prompts.

After we conclude our practice, I invite you to a mindful sharing of our experiences. I am always happy to answer any questions that you may have about your meditation practice.

30-45 minutes depending on questions and comments.

Mondays 8:30 PM EST
Suggested $15 drop in or a try free class.
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com

This 30-minute class varies each week as we explore different paths to meditation. This helps you to learn what mthods work best for you. You will learn to relieve stress and anxiety with mindfulness, guided visualizations, heart and chakra based practices, mantras, breathwork, relaxation, and guided rest (aka yoga nidra).
Class meditations are recording for the Library.

You can see the upcoming class themes and practices on my social media or in the weekly newsletter.

Descriptions of Types of Meditation
https://debphelps.com/descriptions-of-classes/
Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

This Yoga class is a sweet and gentle blend of Yoga Styles ending in a 10 to 15 min relaxing and restoring Yoga Nidra and designed for the ones among us with busy and active lifestyles especially if you have been feeling a little tense or pressed for time.
In the first part of the class, we are starting down on our mats, holding poses for slightly longer periods of time, targeting the connective tissues of the body to help release deeply stored tension. It is often experienced as deeply meditative, as it invites the practitioner to completely release and let go.
From there we will be moving slowly up with a breath-based gentle Vinyasa flow to build mind/ body strength and flexibility, challenging balance and concentration, and harnessing that energy to promote inner stillness and peace.
At the end of the class of about 50 min there is a choice to quietly leave after a short savasana or stay for a brief 10 to 15 min Yoga Nidra , which is the practice of yogic sleep , a guided meditation technique, which utilizes various practices of body, breath, mind, energy & spirit to draw individuals into deeper and subtler states of being where total relaxation and peace and profound healing becomes available. A nourishing and grounding practice, that does not require any extra preparation or knowledge, Nidra is the perfect way to round out your practice and return to your busy life peaceful, rejuvenated and restored.
This class is suitable for anybody basic fitness level and up, who does not have any contraindication to exercise or practice yoga. Throughout the class suggestions for modifications will be provided for you to meet your body where it is at in the present time.
Please bring a mat and a blanket / towel and a water bottle and any props you might have (Blocks / bolsters, to support your practice when called for.



Sabine Lang RYT 500 has been practicing yoga, meditation for many years, but really started her Karma Yoga teaching practice during Covid. Her main training is in Vinyasa and Gentle Flow based Yoga as well as Mediation and Yoga Nidra and Autogenic Training.

Contact Sabine: sabineflang@gmail.com

Guided Meditation
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com

This meditation is a time to join with other practitioners for a period of quiet introspection and mindfulness. The session is lightly guided and uses bells at open, mid-way, and at close. There is a brief sharing of our experience after the meditation.

Fee: Pay What You Can

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Join us for our offering of Vipassana or “Insight” Meditation. This practice emphasizes mindful attention to the breath, physical sensations, thoughts, and even emotions, to develop a loving awareness of one’s life experience. Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity practices are at times added to the meditation. It varies each session.

Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

September: Joint Mobility Series

Chair Yoga can be a safer alternative to people with disabilities, chronic pain, or people who don’t feel steady enough to practice on their own. Practicing chair yoga can bring the same benefits as a full yoga practice. The idea is that the breathing and awareness practice is the same; we are simply adjusting the poses so that we are more comfortable in them.

In this month's series, we will learn techniques to systematically warm up the joints. We will also practice breathwork and mindfulness meditation in this 45 minute class.

What does systematically warming up the joints do for us?
- Prevents injury
- Increases circulation
- Improves body awareness (posture and balance)
- Relieves joint pain: gentle movements help those with arthritis (both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis), fibromyalgia (like myself), lupus and more.

You are welcome to join the class on your yoga mat without a chair.

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga hybrid
Wednesdays 7:30 PM EST
Suggested $15 drop in or a try free class.
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com

We will work with our unique energy fields to release stress, anxiety, and energy blocks stored in the body. Intuitive work, Meditations, Reiki, EFT Tapping, Aura/Chakra Therapy, Crystal and Gemstone therapy, Yoga Mudras, Breathwork, and other modalities are used; each week is something different.

Contact Lonnie: lonjune76@gmail.com

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

These sessions will either be:
- A Yoga Nidra/Guided Rest meditation . (Occasionally with sound healing)
- Mantra meditation
- Sound Bath

All to bring relaxation to your mind and body and de-stress from your busy life

Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

Relax and Restore
Contact Dawn: dheywood72@gmail.com

Contact Kaitlin: yogawarrior35@gmail.com

Join us for our offering of Vipassana or “Insight” Meditation. This practice emphasizes mindful attention to the breath, physical sensations, thoughts, and even emotions, to develop a loving awareness of one’s life experience. Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity practices are at times added to the meditation. It varies each session.
Fee: $5 or Membership

Time Listed is (CST) Central Time Zone (Chicago). See https://timezoneconversion.org to convert to your Time Zone.

Our book for Fall 2023 is "Sacred Instructions: Indigenous Wisdom for Living Spirit-Based Change " by Sherri Mitchell

Meets 2nd and 4th Fridays
Our goal for the Mindful Book Group is to embrace mindfulness practices in all areas of our lives. All the books that are chosen for our group are either from teachers of mindfulness or otherwise rooted in mindfulness practices.

Fee: By Donation or Monthly Membership
You will receive an email after the class that will indicate you can pay what you like.

More information at the Mindful Book Group website, see link below.

Chair - Relax and Restore
Contact Dawn: dheywood72@gmail.com

Guided Meditation with Rachael
Contact Rachael: rachael@restoringblissyoga.com