The ladies here (Deanna and Hillary) are fantastic instructors! I recently found out about body and…read morebrain yoga and have started classes with them. They are friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate people who sincerely seek to help people achieve their health and wellness goals. They go above and beyond to cater to your individual needs. I've already noticed benefits and can't wait to see what I can achieve with more practice.

Used my Groupon for Yoga classes here! Impressed! Was doing yoga for 5 years now, and I have to…read moreadmit this is my most favorite method right now

So I've been going to their online sessions, I try to make it every Tuesday and Thursday and let me…read morejust say this is my most favorite thing to do. I always always look forward to it. I really enjoy the instructor, Julia. She has such a calming voice and such a delightful attitude. I am really glad to have stumbled upon this and that this is being offered in the tumultuous times we are living in. Thank you so very much!!

This is a spa treatment for your spirit…read more Anyone who could be open to mindfulness or wants to strengthen their mind body connection should try a class or two. I recommend it, and wish that everyone could or would participate in something like this.

Great group. Very insightful instruction. Loved the message of let go and don't worry.read more

I had the good fortune to visit this center. What a lovely welcoming place. Nice wood floors, very…read moreclose to the subway (easy to find for me, as I was coming from out of town), and it's a ground level center. I loved the tea break and the beautiful little courtyard in back. A lovely place to do tai chi (and wonderful people. I was treated like a king coming in as an out of town guest). If you are brand new to tai chi and reading this. I've been a member of the Taoist Tai Chi Society since 1998. If you are interested in trying tai chi I suggest you try it because it's made a huge difference in my life (whichever form, just get out and do it). The first class at the center is free and they regularly have open houses. This club has a few things I really like - (a) it's an international club so if you move somewhere / travel you can often find a club in your area doing the same style, which was a huge benefit for me since I moved 2 years after starting. (b) The style is soft and non-martial, focused on internal alchemy to improve one's health. It's great for any age and will over time transform your body. (c) as you advance you can learn other forms (sword, saber, lok hup, hsing yi) , and the process of dual cultivation is there (mind and body) should you choose to want to explore chanting, or more spiritual activities...but the focus on all the early classes is simply learning tai chi (which is plenty when you're starting...trust me!)

Authentic teacher . Master Julia & her team of teachers are dedicated, connected to students'…read moreneeds, and deliver high quality precise instructions in Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga & Breath work. Every class is unique & very effective in relieving physical & mental stress. I feel so light, flexible & breath easily as I leave class each time. Highly recommend classes, workshops to deepen practice, reduce stress, burnout, & energize all aspects of life. Best part is that the teachers here really enjoy supporting our growth & healing journey, no matter what our goals are.

I'm so thankful I found this place. I am a pretty high stressed type A person. I would say that I…read morehate calming down and I take offense when people tell me to "chill out" or "stop stressing out". Obviously things build up and I needed a way to release all my pent up stress, anxiety, nerves, emotions instead of channeling it back into activities. I found Body & Brain Yoga on Groupon (they currently have a 10 sessions for $39.00 special). Body & Brain is incredible because it focuses on the meridians and energies of the organs, using ancient Far Eastern concepts on energy. I did a private session today with owner, Julia Chung and I just signed up for more classes. Julia is a kindred spirit. She's highly educated (PH.D./engineer) and left her cushy corporate job to pursue her soul's passion. She's really funny, really smart and incredibly compassionate. She's also a Life Coach and is patient and an amazing listener. I'm so thankful to have met her! As for the class. The "wooden pillow" class was interesting. It's definitely different than anything I have taken before but it's a lot of meditation, breathing, and using a wooden "pillow" as a massage tool. It's kind of like "myofascial release" in personal training where you use a Styrofoam roller to target key muscles and your lower back/temples. Julia also uses aromatherapy in her classes and ends each class with a circle and healing tea. The entire session was perfect because my stress was gone and it was a different experience than traditional gym (running/lifting) as well as Hatha yoga. I definitely recommend that you try it because it's an experience that I can't describe. I look forward to trying the other different classes (they have tai-chi, dahn yoga, energy classes, etc) and learning about new ways to not only de-stress but also get in touch with my true self!

I've walked by many times to see kids enjoying martial arts classes here. I've thought my own kids…read morewould enjoy, although sadly the times of the classes for their ages have never quite worked out for our busy schedules. Perhaps one day! I recently planned a scavenger hunt for my daughter's birthday party and was thinking a mini martial arts class may be fun. However, when I looked at their website I noticed they had virtual reality, which I knew would be an even bigger hit among the 3rd grade girls. I set up a virtual reality station w/ Richard for the scav hunt and it was the highlight (among many other amazing activities). There were 3 different stations for the kids to choose from including a roller coaster for the bravest of the kids. I did it myself and it truly feels like you're on a real roller coaster. Richard went out of his way to make sure the kids had fun and even brought in a DJ to make it extra fun. So many of the kids mentioned to me they had no idea Temple of Kung Fu was even in the mall and can't wait to go back. Virtual reality and martial arts are just a few of the things Richard/Kung Fu offers so definitely encourage you to check it out!

I have been training here for 3 months and I couldn't be happier ! This is my home away from home …read more Sifu Richard and Tom are great instructors who truly care about seeing their students succeed in all areas of their lives . Kung Fu translates to excellence through hard work. My confidence has increased since I have started training here. The Temple of Kung Fu is great for fitness, realistic self defense applications, and stress relief !

I'm just a few weeks into my Tai Chi journey and I have already been enjoying each session more…read moreand more. Sifu "Master Ahmed" creates a customized learning experience at Tai Chi Power Studio that energizes you physically, mentally, and emotionally. I look most forward to the Standing Qi Gong which has helped me to improve my meditations. If you are searching for Tai Chi training and are looking to improve your mind, body, and spirit, I highly recommend Tai Chi Power Studio.

This place is the real deal with all of the trimmings…read more Lessons backed with full instruction, posture and philosophy. Here you will learn to cultivate benefit for all life whilst simultaneously strengthening your body from the inside.

I first started seeing Yvonne in 2013 when I was going through some tough times in my life…read more Yvonne's warm, peaceful energy immediately put me at ease. I learned different techniques to increase and balance my own energy as well as receiving a wonderful and relaxing energy balancing treatment. My level of positivity and the quality of my relationships has improved since our first meeting and I'm forever grateful. Anne J.

My first experience with Yvonne Czarniak as a certified Energy Medicine practitioner was at the…read moreEnergy Medicine 101 class she taught at Marianjoy in Wheaton in July. She's an incredible instructor! She takes ideas and practices that probably aren't commonplace knowledge for most people, breaks them down into bite-sized pieces and presents them in a very easy to understand format. She's incredibly engaging, approachable, warm, compassionate and caring. She made a reference during class to her practice, and told us that one of the best and the worst things is when clients come to her and tell her their doctors have told them, "...this is as good as it gets." (Worst because she doesn't want anyone to have that sense of hopelessness and despair, best because she knows they're ready to work with the energy -- and not only can she help them feel better, she can teach them to help themselves heal!) Alarm bells went off in my head after she said that, because my dad's pain doctor had just told him the same thing...this was the best he was ever going to get. (He had hip replacement surgery in July 2011 and was starting to recover nicely from that, but the incision became infected and they had to re-open his wound to irrigate and he's never recovered. A full year of various specialists and consultations, MRIs and CAT scans, physical, water and massage therapies, and no one can figure out why he has such limited mobility and such intense pain. He's been on a regimen of super pain meds for the past 6 months, to limited success.) My parents live in Alabama, but they had just decided to come visit Illinois in August, so I asked Yvonne if I could make an appointment for my dad with her -- and if it would even be worthwhile to see him for one or two sessions since he lived so far away. She said, "Absolutely! And it won't matter that I only see him a few times because I'm going to teach him how to work the energy so he can help himself." She said it with such conviction that I knew everything would be OK. So, a month later my parents and I are sitting in Yvonne's office and my dad is trying to not be skeptical and pessimistic. His pain level is around 7 or 7.5. Yvonne does some energy testing on him, and starts unblocking, releasing, etc. It's kind of like getting a massage, but the contact is much lighter -- sometimes she doesn't even touch you -- and in my dad's case, she worked him head to toe. She was really good about explaining what she was doing, why she was doing it, what it might feel like...he was an active participant in his recovery, which is something he hasn't experienced in a very long time. At one point I think he also fell asleep because he was so relaxed. About an hour after she started, Yvonne was done and my dad's pain level was at a 5 or a 5.5. The other thing we noticed was that his speech was no longer affected by his pain meds -- sometimes he slurred his words or it sounded like his tongue was swollen -- and he was much quicker in processing and responding during conversations. This wasn't something I had personally seen since he went on the super pain meds. He continued to feel good -- there were some little hiccups during his stay with me, but he recovered so much quicker from them than he had in the past -- and he was actually practicing the exercises Yvonne had given him! My mom was as well! Three days later he went for his 2nd appointment, and his pain was a 5. Yvonne worked on him for about another hour -- again explaining what she was doing, how his energy was responding, etc. -- and he was so relaxed at the end it was like he was coming out of anesthetic you would get for a surgery. His pain level at the end of that session was about a 2.5. Truly, a miracle. He continues to do his exercises and he's continuing to progress and feel better. I feel like it's a cliche to say Yvonne is a miracle worker, but I don't know how else to describe it. My family and I will always be indebted to her. I can't recommend her highly enough -- she's truly amazing. And just a super nice, bright and funny person to know -- as soon as you meet her you just want to sit down and have lunch with her. If you have the chance to take a class she's teaching (she also teaches Tai Chi) or have her work on you, please don't miss it. You won't regret it.

A life-changing experience! Chris Cinnamon is a phenomenal instructor!…read more If you are curious about Tai Chi or looking for an incredible new class, you must check out Chicago Tai Chi and instructor Chris Cinnamon! I started his classes recently and the experience has been absolutely fantastic. Chris embodies everything you could want in a teacher: he is incredibly thorough, breaking down movements so they are easy to understand for all levels. He has a truly great energy that makes every session both relaxing and invigorating. Beyond his knowledge, Chris is remarkably gentle and kind. He creates a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable learning at their own pace. His deep expertise shines through, making even complex concepts approachable. These classes have been a highlight of my week. I highly recommend Chris Cinnamon and Chicago Tai Chi to anyone in the Chicago area!

I joined CTC after decades of hockey and contact sports burned out my back and knees. I had no…read moreexpectations going in, just curiosity. I was immediately impressed by the knowledge, experience, and talent of the instructors. More so, I appreciated their respectful treatment of students. The subjects they teach are interesting and helpful both mentally and physically. The teaching is clear and concise with ample time for questions. I can't imagine a better way to learn. I have experienced positive results in terms of my initial health issues and am back at some of the sports I had given up. I highly recommend Chicago Tai Chi!