Special Events you don't want to miss!
November 9th: Menopause - Mastering this Season of Life!
Join us at Zen for this one-day special event that includes beauty, education, movement, meditation, and lunch! November 9th from noon - 4 pm at Zen Yoga, 1753 Northwind Blvd.
Discover how to navigate through this transformative time with grace and ease. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn valuable tools and techniques that will help you thrive during menopause. Secure your spot now and take the first step towards mastering this season of life. We can't wait to see you there!
Our presenters:
*Dr. Jennifer Schaefer, OB GYN: Menopause Education. Dr. Schaefer is a local Libertyville physician who is passionate about helping women through this stage of life with education and the latest research. She will address menopause symptoms and ways to alleviate discomfort, as well as providing current research on Hormone Replacement Therapy. Bring your questions! https://obgynedocs.com/dr-schaefer
*Shelly Maziola, Hair and Beauty Expert, Owner of Allure. Learn the best techniques for maintaining healthy hair and skin, ideal products and formulations for menopausal women, as well as trending skincare treatments and ingredients. An interactive and educational experience and Q&A. https://www.alluredesigns.net/our-team
*Kelly Duncombe, RD LDN. Nutrition tips for getting the protein you need to retain muscle in this stage of life.
*Cassie Clark, Yoga Instructor: Movement and Meditation. The day will end with this special class teaching everyday techniques for reducing stress in your body - thereby reducing Cortisol. The class will journal, move, and enjoy a closing meditation. This is not an athletic class, yoga attire is not necessary, wear comfortable clothing to the event.
A lite delicious lunch will be provided.
Each attendee receives a goody bag with coupons from sponsors and presenters.
Event Cost: $99 early bird purchase by 10/26. $125 after. Space is limited to 40 attendees.
More Special Events at Zen!
September 3-October 15: Yin Chakras Series
October 16: Mid-Morning Sweat BarreFlow & guest speaker
October 16: Mid-Morning Sweat BarreFlow & guest speaker
This 60-minute class is Yin, a style of yoga that is slower paced, restorative and meditative. Join Jen for this special series focusing on the chakras, the energy centers around the body. The 7 main chakras are located along the spine, each are associated with specific physical, emotional, and spiritual qualities. Chakras contribute to overall health and well-being when balanced and can become blocked or imbalanced. Each week experience a focused posture, mantra and meditation for the chakra of the day. This class is for all levels. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. The studio is not heated.
October 16: Mid-Morning Sweat BarreFlow & guest speaker
October 16: Mid-Morning Sweat BarreFlow & guest speaker
October 16: Mid-Morning Sweat BarreFlow & guest speaker
Join us for this special FREE Fall event: Mid-Morning Sweat!
Enjoy Libby's 45- minute BarreFlow class, stay for a Core & Pelvic Floor talk with Dr. Rachel Miller, and enjoy refreshments and mingle with other moms and members. Every NEW participant receives a FREE 3-Class pack (Value $45) and $20 off of a Mommy Tune Up from The Pilates PT. Other special giveaways!
This class is done barefoot. Please bring a yoga mat, towel and water.
We look forward to seeing you for this special event!
November 1: First Friday - Thankful for Movement Yoga Flow
November 1: First Friday - Thankful for Movement Yoga Flow
November 1: First Friday - Thankful for Movement Yoga Flow
Join us for this FREE all-levels First Friday Yoga Flow on November 1st - this class is perfect for all levels. Please bring a spouse, a friend, or a neighbor to join you. We have extra yoga mats to borrow. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Plan to stay after and enjoy a seasonal beverage.
December 6: First Friday - Festive Yoga Flow
November 1: First Friday - Thankful for Movement Yoga Flow
November 1: First Friday - Thankful for Movement Yoga Flow
Join us for this FREE all-levels First Friday Yoga Flow on December 6th - this class is perfect for all levels. Please bring a spouse, a friend, or a neighbor to join you. We have extra yoga mats to borrow. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. Plan to stay after and enjoy a seasonal beverage.
Zen Classes
Yin Meditation
Yin Meditation
Yin Meditation
Yin is a style of yoga that is slower paced and meditative. While “yang” yoga focuses on your muscles, yin yoga targets your deep connective tissues, like your fascia, ligaments, and joints. In this 60-minute class you will hold passive floor poses for hips, pelvis, legs and the lower spine. The class will begin and end with meditation.
BarreFlow
Yin Meditation
Yin Meditation
This fusion class is for those who want to lengthen, tone, and stretch. Standing Pilates and barre for balance and lengthening, core work on the mat, light hand weights for toning, and a stretchy yoga sequence to feel amazing. Bring a yoga mat and a water bottle. The room is warm. This class is for ALL levels!
Ignite
Yin Meditation
Mat Pilates
Hot, energetic, powerful. Infrared heat together with a dynamic playlist will ignite the fire in your practice. This power vinyasa-style class emphasizes dynamic sequencing, powerful postures and precision alignment to increase strength and flexibility. Guided, focused breath will clear the mind. Variations make this class available to all levels. The studio is heated to 95 degrees.
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates
Mat Pilates
Length, strength, and control. This WARM Mat Pilates class will focus on lengthening and strengthening your muscles with an emphasis on stability, posture, and core. This class will use props such as a TheraBand or light weights. This class is GREAT for all levels and modifications will be provided. Bring a yoga mat, towel, and a water bottle. The studio will be WARM, between 75-85 degrees.
Flow
Mat Pilates
MuscleFlow
This slow, vinyasa style class creates equilibrium and calms the mind. Focused teaching and attention to detail enable participants to breathe deeply and build strength, length and steadiness in each posture. Steady your being and grow your practice. Studio is heated between 90 and 95 degrees.
MuscleFlow
Mat Pilates
MuscleFlow
This 45- minute class will take traditional yoga and give it some edge. It's part Power, part Vinyasa, fused with elements of sports training. Think Plyos and Poses. It's heart-pumping & calming. It's Beast Mode and it's Zen. Challenge your mind, body and convention. Bring a yoga mat and a water bottle. This class is done barefoot.
Deep
Recover
Recover
Lengthening, strengthening, evolving. This slow vinyasa style class creates equilibrium and calms the mind. Expanded teaching on alignment, breath, and focus will challenge new and seasoned yogis alike. Steady your being and grow your practice. Studio is heated between 75 and 95 degrees, depending on the specific class.
Recover
Recover
Recover
Healing, nourishing, detoxifying. Infrared warmth, coupled with breath connection and deep stretches provide the perfect environment to release tight muscles and to restore balance to the body. All stretch, no flow, this class utilizes a variety of props to assist in recharging you for life. Perfect for all levels. The studio is warmed to 75 degrees.
Strong
Recover
Strong
Intentional, vigorous, integrated. Infrared heat prepares the body for an empowering and revitalizing practice. This yoga-fusion class will develop physical and mental strength and may incorporate light weights and heart pumping movement. There will be options appropriate for all levels. The studio is heated to 90 degrees.
Benefits of Infrared Heat
- Encourages your body to expel the toxins and impurities from your cells into your blood stream which then releases in the form of sweat.
- Calories are burned at a higher ratio to enhance weight loss and a healthy heart.
- Aids in pain relief and inflammation by penetrating into the body through the skin to improve blood circulation which enhances the delivery of oxygen to our internal organs.
- Warms your muscles and joints through increased blood flow which aids in a stronger more limber body.
- Strengthens your immune system and fights bacteria while at the same time energizes your metabolism.
- Repairs skin damage by minimizing fine lines and wrinkles to improve the skin’s elasticity.
- Promotes a more relaxed, healthier, vibrant YOU inside, which shows outwardly in glowing, radiant, detoxified skin and a more confident YOU.