Chicago Botanic Garden Spring 2020

Regenstein School | Adult Education 52 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. Not sure what to take? Here’s a quick guide. For more information, visit chicagobotanic.org/education/wellness. Yoga Gentle Yoga: Less strenuous than other yoga forms, gentle yoga is ideal for those who seek restorative practice without physical strain. Move through a series of yoga poses and breathing exercises. Skill level: All Yoga Flow Series: This series combines move- ment linked to the breath, working your body while engaging your mind. Beginner: You will transition smoothly through sequences designed to increase health and vitality. Skill level: Some yoga experience recom- mended Intermediate: This course is exhilarating as you develop stamina and build strength. Skill level: Beginner Flow, or comparable experience Gentle Yoga and Meditation : Refresh your yoga practice with this combination class, including meditative movement and contem- plative stillness. Skill level: All Yoga at Ease: Unleash your body’s innate re- generative potential as you explore a carefully designed series of movements and conscious breathwork known to relax and refresh. Skill level: All Tai Chi Tai Chi Basics: A low-impact, slow-motion practice with known health benefits such as increased range of motion, improved balance, and increased energy. Attend this class and explore gentle postures and exercises designed to improve your well-being. Skill level: All Tai Chi Basics for the Weekend Skill level: All Sun-Style: The most modern form of tai chi, known for flowing movements and gentle postures. Tai Chi for Beginners: Sun-Style Skill level: All Tai Chi: Advanced Beginner Sun-Style Skill level: Prerequisite: Tai Chi for Beginners: Sun-Style Tai Chi: Intermediate Sun-Style Skill level: Prerequisite: Tai Chi for Advanced Beginners: Sun-Style Tai Chi: Advanced Sun-Style Skill level: For students who have completed the intermediate class and feel comfortable advancing Yang-Style : Tai chi from the Yang style is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. Tai Chi for Beginners: Yang-Style Skill level: All Tai Chi: Advanced Beginner Yang-Style Skill level: Prerequisite: Tai Chi for Beginners: Yang-Style Tai Chi: Intermediate Yang-Style Skill level: Prerequisite: Tai Chi for Advanced Beginners: Yang-Style Tai Chi: Advanced Yang-Style Skill level: For students who have completed the intermediate class and feel comfortable advancing Tai Chi, Xing Yi, and Ba Qua Deep Study: Explore an ancient practice of soft, internal, and intentional forms as you focus on single movements. Skill level: Prerequisite: advanced beginner, intermediate, or advanced classes at the Garden Gentle Yoga April 6 – June 15 9 – 10 a.m. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (no class May 25) Steve Nakon and Patricia Nakon Yoga Flow Intermediate April 7 – June 9 8 – 9 a.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Beginner Sun-Style April 7 – June 9 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock Tai Chi Beginner Yang-Style April 7 – June 9 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga Flow Beginner April 7 – June 9 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 6 – 7 p.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Intermediate Sun-Style April 8 – June 10 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock Tai Chi Advanced Yang-Style April 8 – June 10 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock Gentle Yoga and Meditation April 8 – June 10 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Basics April 8 – June 10 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga at Ease April 8 – June 10 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 7 – 8 p.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Advanced Beginner Yang-Style April 9 – June 11 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga Flow Intermediate April 9 – June 11 9 – 10 a.m. 6 – 7 p.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Intermediate Yang-Style April 9 – June 11 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga Flow Beginner April 9 – June 11 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Advanced Sun-Style April 10 – June 12 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock and Way Sun Tai Chi Advanced Beginner Sun-Style April 10 – June 12 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock and Way Sun Tai Chi Xing Yi, and Ba Qua Deep Study April 11 – June 13 7:45 – 8:45 a.m. Gordon Lock and Way Sun Tai Chi Basics for the Weekend April 11 – June 13 9 – 10 a.m. Gordon Lock and Way Sun Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Yoga All classes held in Classroom 2, Learning Center. Ten-class series is $165/$209 Tai Chi Most classes held in the Regenstein Center. Saturday sessions held in Grainger Gallery, Plant Science Center. Ten-class series is $165/$209 Saturday Look online for summer classes.