Chicago Botanic Garden Summer 2019

To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. 65 Gentle Yoga July 8 – August 26 9 – 10 a.m. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Steve Nakon and Patricia Nakon Yoga Flow Intermediate July 9 – August 27 8 – 9 a.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Beginner Sun-Style July 9 – September 3 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock Tai Chi Beginner Yang-Style July 9 – September 3 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga Flow Beginner July 9 – August 27 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 6 – 7 p.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Intermediate Sun-Style July 10 – September 4 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock Tai Chi Advanced Yang-Style July 10 – September 4 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock Gentle Yoga and Meditation April 10 – June 12 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Basics July 10 – September 4 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga at Ease July 10 – August 28 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 7 – 8 p.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Advanced Beginner Yang-Style July 11 – September 5 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga Flow Intermediate July 11 – August 29 9 – 10 a.m. 6 – 7 p.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Intermediate Yang-Style July 11 – September 5 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock Yoga Flow Beginner July 11 – August 29 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Steve Nakon Tai Chi Advanced Sun-Style July 12 – September 6 8 – 9 a.m. Gordon Lock and Way Sun Tai Chi Advanced Beginner Sun-Style July 12 – September 6 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Gordon Lock and Way Sun Yoga and Tai Chi Classes Yoga is an ancient practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. Tai chi’s fluid movements make the Chicago Botanic Garden an ideal location for classes. See the chart below for a list of summer session yoga and tai chi classes that are fully explained at chicagobotanic.org/education/ wellness_and_fitness . Fall session dates are available online. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Yoga All classes held in Classroom 2, Learning Center. Eight-class series is $124/$155 Ten-class series is $155.20/$194 Tai Chi All classes held in the Regenstein Center. Nine-class series is $140/$175 Look online for fall semester classes. Wellness programming is generously supported by NorthShore University HealthSystem. New! Meditation Exploration This meditation class is designed for working professionals; addressing common lifestyle concerns like stress, anxiety, or ruminating thoughts. Each session includes discussion and a guided 15-minute group sit. Suitable for be- ginners and those wanting to expand current practice. Wear comfortable clothing. Bring a cushion, block, or blanket if you prefer. Jeffrey H. Bunn, owner, The Mindful Law Coaching & Consulting Group $96/$120 | Classroom 2, Learning Center 6 Saturdays, July 13 – August 17, 11 a.m. – noon Zen Yoga and Meditation in the Garden At the Malott Japanese Garden, we will en- gage in movement designed to combine soft stretching and breathing techniques. Expect to feel relaxed in body, mind, and spirit. Bring a water bottle and yoga mat. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $40/$50 | Meet by the Arched Bridge to the Malott Japanese Garden Wednesday, August 23, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga and Meditation Are you able to deeply relax? Refresh your yoga practice by including meditative move- ment and contemplative stillness. Your focus on the breath and stress relief combined with meditation techniques keeps you in the present moment. All levels of fitness and experience are welcome in this class. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $156/$195 | Classroom 2, Learning Center 10 Wednesdays, September 11 – November 13, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Wellness