In the last few months Ahimsa has added new teachers, additional workshops, and more classes. It continues to be a welcoming and supportive yoga studio. I find the classes offer multiple levels of challenge within each class so you can push yourself or just ease into the practice. The space is as welcoming as the staff. read more

As a beginner and a guy, it wasn't easy to take the plunge into Yoga. I've been going to Ahimsa for about two weeks now and I can say that I love it. Chuck, the instructor on my first day, was great and really made me feel welcome. The location of the Oak Park studio is also great near quiet residential streets. They also have a great looking app to help you schedule classes you may want to sign up for. read more

I came in from out of town, and chose this studio to attend while I was in Oak Park. I was greeted with a warm welcome and introductions at my first morning class. The online registrations and waiver signing made it all very smooth. I checked in on an iPad and went into class. I enjoyed it so much that I came back for another morning class the next day. read more

I've been going to this amazing yoga studio for about 5 years and love it dearly. Such a great space, excellent instructors, and a big variety of classes that work for anyone's busy schedule and ability. A very pleasing & comfortable experience all-around. read more

I really like the studio. Each class is different; I really like a smaller studio environment. Kim, Caitlin, and Marissa Jayne are all superb teachers. read more

Wow, the yoga class led by Kim Wade with Steve accompanying on guitar and vocals was so fulfilling. Kim is a strong teacher in directing the poses we practiced (including sit-ups) and the inner reflection of using our bodies as a tool to work out the stressors in our lives. read more

My daughters and son had a Groupon to go and try it out. It was a Mother's Day present! Tried it and loved it! I try going every day. If I don't go I feel I am missing something. The instructors are wonderful and patient. Try it out especially restorative if you are new. It's a nice start . Try it out you will love it! read more

I recently went to the "De-stress Vinyasa Yoga" class at Ahimsa while I was in town visiting my family. The class was led by Kelly, owner of the studio. Kelly led a great class - it was the right mix of challenging and relaxing. This class is perfect for all levels and was a great way to unwind after a long flight. I will definitely return for another class the next time I'm in Oak Park. Next time I'll try the Candlelight Vinyasa class - as someone who practices Yoga frequently, this is something I've never heard a studio offer before. read more

Very nice and inviting space, and the instructors are warm and encouraging. Great job!

We were in town for a little over a week and took advantage of the $25 for two week special. We took 7 classes with 6 different instructors. Ahimsa definitely has some really good, experienced instructors. Some of the yoga classes were a little easy for us (we do yoga quite a bit), but some others ones were more at the level we preferred. I would recommend giving this studio a try with the different instructors and finding the ones that match your desired yoga practice. read more

I have been to several yoga studios and this is the one for me. It was extremely welcoming but not 'salesy' even though I did have a free pass. I was told that there was a relaxation area, tea and restrooms. The restorative session with Eileen was a self-paced gentle yoga with some props and a goal to get in a full body stretch with a focus on asanas. Eileen was accommodating to students of all level and offered alternate / modified poses to increase and decrease the stretches. It's nice to be able to see your personal belongings for safety. They did a nice job of getting fresh air to circulate through the studio and the floors and props were clean. I left feeling rejuvenated and back in touch with myself and my practice. Bravo - there is a lot of competition but this is yoga with a focus on the individual. Great music! read more

The teachers are the most knowledgeable, nurturing, enthusiastic, and accepting I've come across.

Ahimsa really is an amazing community to be a part of. I truly feel fortunate to teach and practice here. There are a wide variety of teaching styles and well educated instructors. Kelly, Chuck and Masin create a collaborative environment. Everyone is like family, teachers and students alike. read more

Easy to sign up. Clear concise website. Beautiful, serene (and most important for me) clean space that is conducive to the practice. Liked my first instructor a lot (Jackie). Excited to get back into it. I chose this studio after quite a bit of online research - the reviews are spot on! read more

Ahimsa is like the "Cheers" of yoga studios. Kelly, Chuck, Masin and the entire team of instructors remember your name, make a point to connect before and after class, and are quick to respond to email inquiries, etc. The classes are superb, and unique, and the studio feels like a home away from home. Thank you for creating a place where mindfulness, and the "Golden Rule" have a ripple effect into the community and World. read more

I am 67 and have never practiced yoga. Purchased a Groupon for Ahimsa and started June 1. Have really enjoyed the experience. When I started I had no idea what to expect and, of course, knew none of the positions, had no balance or flexibility (which is why I joined--to improve these 2 functions) and had no idea what yoga clothing to wear. I don't know if I would have continued if the instructors had not been so nice and helpful. Also, fancy yoga clothing is not needed and they supply the mat and other props. The facility is nice, although off the beaten track from most Oak Park businesses. Many classes offered every day at different levels of practice. I go to beginners classes on average about 3 times a week. In the past months have noticed improvement in balance and flexibility and overall calmness in daily life. (My husband has noticed that I am not as "emotional"). The instructors I have had include Chuck, Julie, (who are so great for beginners) and Andrea and Dale (also very good). Recently was in a class with Kim who was also terrific with beginners. If it wasn't for them probably would not have continued. read more

This is great studio for everyone with a variety of classes and schedule that makes it possible to take a class every day no matter what kind of practice you want. The beginning classes ranges from gentle to a real work-out without injury or pressure. I am so happy to have found Ahimsa. read more

I've been coming here off and on for a couple years now and have always leave happy. I love the space, the owners Kelly and Chuck, and every instructor I've had. It's one of those places where everyone supportive and you never feel pressured to push beyond your limits. It manages to realize the best of qualities of Oak Park as a nonjudgmental, friendly and open-minded community. read more

Friendly atmosphere. Variety of excellent instructors. I do not have a routine schedule, so it is nice that I can always find a class to attend regardless of time of day. read more

Ahimsa is a fantastic Yoga studio. The instructors are all excellent, well-trained. They are all about letting this be "your practice" and going at the pace and level you are at - no pressure or judgement, but they also help you grow in your practice and are great at instructing how to adjust poses as needed. I LOVE how there is a 6am class a few days a week. It helps me factor yoga into my busy schedule and I don't feel bad leaving my family behind while they sleep and I get a little me time! I love both studios. Oak Park is modest and airy, Berwyn is quaint and cozy (and WARM!). I really appreciate that Ahimsa sells ethically Made in USA apparel, too! read more

I have been looking for a studio to join for the long-term. I was getting sick of jumping around town to whichever studio was having the best monthly offer. I am glad I found Ahimsa. Everything about the place is great. The space is warm and welcoming. The teachers are friendly and helpful. The teachers will provide adjustments, and always remembers your name. Classes are offered throughout the day, making it possible to find one that works. Sometimes I like to go before work and sometimes after work. Their points program is also amazing! The cost of the monthly membership is lower than most studios, and you get more for your money! I would recommend this studio to all yogis, beginners and advanced. read more

I like Ahimsa - I like the number of classes you offer, ESPECIALLY that they have early morning clsses (6 and 8 am). As a person with a job with certain hours, it's an awesome feature. A lot of yoga studios only have classes that start at 9:30 and go into the evenings. Also like the studio - clean, bright, lots of cool ads/flyers, and the clientele are diverse in age, which I appreciate. read more

What a wonderful studio and yoga experience. All of the teachers have been excellent and aware of the needs of the people in class. The over-all tone, the space, the music, the lighting, and the sometimes incense that is part of the the different classes, is the extra love that goes above and beyond other yoga studios. Namaste. read more

I just moved to Oak Park and decided to take advantage of the $40 for a month of unlimited yoga. I love this place! It's very unpretentious, and the instructors are all friendly, down-to-earth, and helpful. Each class I've done something different (which says a lot, since I have been to quite a few classes in the past few weeks!). I also have been sore in a good way, which tells me that I am getting quite a strength workout as well. I would absolutely recommend Ahimsa to people at all levels of yoga. It's reasonably priced, has a great vibe, and the schedule is a good mix of types of yoga and times for classes. I am happy to have learned about Ahimsa (which, ironically, was from a tepid review of another Oak Park yoga studio). read more

I recently moved to Oak Park from Northern California and while I'm pretty private about my love of yoga and my practice, I write this to encourage yogis (whether beginners or experienced) to practice at Ahimsa. All the teachers have been lovely, the space feels Good, and it is clean. The only strange experience I've had was a midweek class with Muriel who did not warm us up appropriately and had us in wild inversions and binds before I felt ready. I am a cautious but experienced yogi with a relatively strong practice and it made me uncomfortable. The class had a pulsing "Type A Mom" energy about it; if that's your dig, this class will be perfect for you! If you identify as the opposite I suggest Chuck's classes, and if you fall anywhere in between, Ahimsa is sure to have something for you. read more

Great space, great teachers for all levels, and the app makes signing up for classes easy. Andrea has been teaching me for years and has made lemonade out of a lemon. read more

This is the best set of yoga studios in the area! All of the teachers are very well-trained and great at helping students. It's not snooty either and everyone is so nice and welcoming even if you've never done yoga before. They have all of the mats and props that you need too, so there's no need to bring anything. You can just show up and start. Each teacher has his or her own style, but all of them are super supportive and encouraging. They make you want to come back and try other classes and get better! read more

Ahimsa is the best yoga studio I've ever been to. I moved to Seattle and I miss it so much! An impressive slate of knowledgeable, attentive, approachable instructors; such a great space; and a really great variety of class types and times - perfect for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners. Definitely go to Ahimsa as much as you can! read more

Ahimsa has become my new yoga home! Very welcoming, laid back, bright and airy studio focused on helping you create a personal, and rewarding yoga practice no matter what your level of experience. Teachers demonstrate and talk you through poses. And I like the way Kelly encourages and incorporates student feedback. read more

I love this yoga studio! Every teacher is welcoming to all levels and there is a wonderful community in each class. I always leave happier, more centered and calmer than when I came. read more

I highly recommend Ahimsa Yoga Studio. The instructors are welcoming and knowledgeable. I am a huge fan of one teacher in particular - Andrea Lissuzzo, although the other ones I've tried have been great. Andrea did a FANTASTIC workshop on shoulders and as someone with a desk job that is hunched over a computer - I found it invaluable. (Even gave me tips to tell my kids -as they are becoming hunched over their phones!) The space at Ahimsa is warm and inviting and they offer a great variety of classes. read more

Kim is an excellent teacher and varies her practice each time - as does everyone else at this studio. I have become stronger and more flexible because I go to about four classes a week - each is different - has a different focus - and works out a different part of the body. I am not young but find both the restorative classes and the beginner's yoga class perfectly attuned to my deficits and strengths. I love this studio - everyone is so friendly and ready to help. I quit going to yoga classes about 20 years ago because I couldn't keep up - but there is no pressure at all to try to keep up with these classes. Each instructor is mindful of ALL the people who attend. The best!!! read more

I have been training to be a teacher through their Teacher Training Program for the past 5-6 months. I am thrilled with the variety of yoga styles included, the numerous classes available to attend, and the broad range of contacts for me to connect with as a teacher on the rise. I highly recommend this yoga studio whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or have a long standing practice. All of the teachers treat their students with respect, courtesy, and offer many variations! read more

I loved the fact that this was my introduction into Yoga and I was embraced so well by the instructor as well as the class. I felt at home and the environment was very soothing. My instructor was Julie Sigunick and I absolutely loved her spirit. She embraced me with a hug and gave gentle guidance throughout the class. After class she was open for questions and also gave me encouragement to come back for more classes. I also loved the gentleman that checked me in on the day of class. He was very open and gave me a tour of the facility. He also made sure that if I needed anything he was available to assist. I have already encouraged a few friends and relatives to try Ahimsa Yoga studio and I look forward to my next class!! read more

When I lived in Oak Park, this was my yoga studio. I tried a few of the classes but settled on the beginners yoga class on Saturdays and Sundays. Chuck does such a nice job explaining poses in a way that I could understand. He generally kept it simple enough that I felt competent and was able to enjoy the class. This can be such a rare thing, so I highly recommend these classes for other beginners and even just people wanting a simple, not-to-challenging class. read more

Ahimsa is my absolute favorite yoga studio. The teachers are caring and interested in their students. The studio is lovely but isn't a "scene" -- it is a place for community, for self-care, and for wholeness. read more

No yoga experience, check. Dreading to start another wellness initiative, check. Feeling awkward about being in the back of the class regretting my sedentary lifestyle, check. Within two classes they had me hooked. Simple studio, engaged instructors who actually enjoy beginners and yet can challenge those with experience. Chuck and Sasha are amazing as well as others. Reasonable fees and no pressure to perform. So proud of a successful woman owned business -- well done! Five stars full stop! read more

I love Ahimsa. Over the past three months it has become my home studio while I have been preparing to start my yoga teacher training. The instructors are all wonderful and inspiring. Each one brings their own personality, energy, and skills to class. I find the app to be extremely helpful in trying to plan out my week. There is a wonderful community feeling to Ahimsa, and I am very excited to check out the Berwyn studio! Ahimsa is a great asset for the area, and you can tell they care deeply about what they do. Thank you, Ahimsa, for being there for me on my journey to deepen my practice and my own self awareness. read more

I've never had a bad class...not even mediocre. All the teachers are terrific, and I've been to several studios. The vibe is always positive and fun at the studio. Lauren is the best, but I love them all! read more

Great Hatha-Vinyasa class and excellent service. The setting is very relaxing and they have all of the necessary props for the class. Also the free parking is excellent right across the street. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Chicago! read more