This yoga studio not only has outstanding instructors, but it is a special space like no other. I…read morecan go to yoga free at my fitness club, but prefer to take Thomas' classes. Also like Rachel's class, but the time interferes with another class that I take. The Zoom classes are very convenient and well taught. I don't even have to watch it, just listen to Thomas' very specific instructions. His yoga has helped heal every injury I've had. Broken leg, 2 broken wrists, hip joint problems, and kept me healthy since he opened his studio. Much more so than physical therapy or Dr recommendations. Recently drum, gong, and singing bowl sound meditations have been added approx. monthly. Love those too and wouldn't miss them for the world.

I've been practicing yoga for over 10 years and I go to another studio that is closer to my house…read morebut I came here because Lucien D teaches here on Sunday mornings and that is the main reason for joining. I met Thomas many years back when he was just teaching and now he owns the studio. He is very nice to work with but I prefer a more vigorous work out without high impact and Lucien offers the perfect balance. I get a great workout without impacting my "old" joints. He helps my neck and low back pain issues as well. I like Ji Woo's sessions as well but it doesn't fit my schedule. It wasn't easy to find at first because signage was not helpful at first, but the studio is in the back of an office building and you would miss it if the sign was not outside. I don't know the other teachers but everyone has their own needs and I would definitely recommend trying the studio out.

UPDATE: I'm disappointed that a factual review of a policy…read moreresulted in a personal attack from the owner. My critique was simple: I didn't expect a small studio to require a 2 month minimum contract, which feels more aligned with a large corporate gym. I paid for my 1st month and attended 3 virtual classes, but realized it wasn't a a fit. While I didn't ask for a refund for time used, I hoped for flexibility regarding the 2nd month. To be told I am 'the reason running a small business is difficult' for sharing a warning I wish someone else had left to assist me in making a decision on joining, is unprofessional and confirms this isn't the right environment for me. ORIGINAL REVIEW: Warning: do not sign up for monthly. When you are ready to cancel, they will insist on taking an additional month of payment before considering yourself canceled. Additionally, I do not recommend selecting this studio if looking for virtual. In some of their classes the number of props required for max benefit is extensive (multiple blocks, etc.)

Really beautiful space, and the instructor Amy (?) Was great, but I only came as a guest with my…read moreSIL (I do not live in Chicago), and the studio is verrrrrrryyyyy aggressive with emails. It would be nice to come as a guest and not have to sign up for any communication.

I feel like I've learned more about yoga at this studio in the past eight years or so than in the…read moreprior 20 years practicing in a variety of other places. The teachers are wise, experienced, and authentic. You'll come away with an understanding of far more than just the alignment of postures. Here you'll experience beautifully sequenced classes, somatic understanding, pranayama, and a feeling of freedom that comes from meeting yourself self on the mat with teachers who meet you exactly where you are.

I'm a trainer, massage therapist and group instructor. Just want you to know this was the best…read moreclass and teacher (Sarah) I've ever had. Her knowledge, programming, and ability to customize for everyone was remarkable. What a great experience.

Shana Marie Stitzel is an extraordinary teacher with an expansive view of the role of yoga,…read morebreathing, and meditation in the daily practice of life. She quickly assesses the abilities and needs of each new student, then guides them on individualized paths of learning and self discovery. Her classes are always therapeutic--never about driving students to attain some arbitrary or out-of-reach goal. Perhaps even more amazing is that she accomplishes so much of this personalized instruction through the live Zoom classes she offers almost every day of the week. The classes are small-group, allowing for chats before and after the session. For students who are seeking even more customized lessons, Shana offers one-on-one sessions in person. She has helped me address numerous issues related to mobility, posture, and pain over the past few years. I can't recommend her highly enough.

While visiting from San Francisco, I was happy to take a yoga class, yet shockingly disheartened by…read moreShana's treatment of me. I've never been so horribly treated by any business owner. Ever. At yoga of all places?!? I arrived early to figure a log in issue, so I could sign up online. I had not been able to log into my account after attempting several times at home and also there. In front of the class she stated that there was something wrong with me, and not the computer. I'm tech savvy, it was the archaic website. Simply put -- I was there for yoga, not to be berated. Central Street Yoga is not a place to practice yoga if the owner does not care about exercising kindness to those who support her business, or anyone for that matter. This attitude exemplifies everything yoga is not. Unless she's in a good mood or likes you, her mission below is not in practice. Kindness wins every time. The world gets better when these small things are handled with grace, not hostility. Namaste. "Our mission is to provide an environment for you to explore inner peace, creative expression, and to cultivate a deeper sense of you through yoga, meditation, and mindfulness."

Although it's located in a church (Lake Street Church - follow the signs and head to the second…read morefloor), this is a wonderful place to practice yoga with highly qualified Iyengar yoga teachers. They recently upgraded by adding wood floors and are fully equipped with all the props an Iyengar practitioner would expect to have access to.

Excellent Iyengar studio across inside a beautiful church in the heart of Evanston. Make sure to…read moreenter off of Chicago Ave, in the courtyard. Patrina knows her stuff and keeps classes moving and engaging. Intimate and clean, highly recommended!

My favorite spot on this block. Love the owners and instructors and the style of teaching. I will…read morebe going here for the foreseeable future.

Liz is by far my favorite yoga instructor. She's very technical and builds classes around posture…read morealignment, strengthening the muscle groups that maintain it, and increasing joint mobility. It's not a typical vinyasa flow class but that's why I love it. My body was way off kilter from years of sitting at a computer, playing collegiate sports, carrying around my kids, etc. and Liz has done more to re-balance my alignment than all my PT, chiropractors, massage therapy, etc combined. She does a good job modifying poses for beginners but it's every bit as challenging and intense as you want/make it. It's essentially preventative physical therapy for me and I can't recommend it enough. Also, Cydney the owner has done a great job with the studio. It's small, clean, and peaceful and a great place to take a class.

AMAZING!! Changed my life before Cancer. My plan is to join again! There is nothing like the yoga…read more@ Heaven & Earth!

Great vibe, awesome teachers, and an inspiring line-up of classes and events…read more This studio is the real deal.

Went to Holly's class on Thursday at 9:30a.m. I'm a 11 year old Bikram diehard..... I may be a…read moreconvert. She was amazing, chill, calm, peaceful and so encouraging. Class was intense. Holly was AMAZING, I learned so much. I'll be back even though its a haul for me to get there.

I'd hope they would be open this afternoon. Talk about a disappointment. Oh well such as life not…read morealways do my plans work out when I plan to just relax in the afternoon. Next time. There is always other places for yoga that stay open later on the day before the holiday. maybe open tomorrow?

I cannot believe the other reviewer had positive things to say about Mac! My review is QUITE the…read moreopposite. I went to Niyama on week nights almost 4 days a week this past summer when I was living in the suburbs. Almost all of the teachers I had on week nights were amazing, kind, patient and everything a good yoga teacher should be. The studio is clean, inexpensive (especially if you're a student) and relaxing. If my rating were based on the weeknight classes only, my rating would be much higher. I made the mistake, however, of attending a few of Mac's classes on the weekends. Mac owns the studio- and therefore, I thought it would be a great experience since I loved the studio so. How wrong I was. Upon the first class I attended Mac made it a point to humiliate a student in class because he wasn't doing a backbend correctly. I decided to write it off as a fluke and attended her class again the following weekend. I realized that it was not a fluke. Mac was obnoxiously phony throughout the entire class and brought a condescending teaching style, constantly showering her students with demeaning comments instead of the uplifting inspirational attitude that you so often find in yoga. The final time I visited Niyama, I made the mistake of not checking the schedule beforehand and Mac was unfortunately teaching. During a posture that I find very difficult, Mac came up to me and said (loud enough for everyone to hear) that I should be in the back of the room because I clearly didn't know what I was doing. When I said that there was no room, she rolled her eyes and snapped "There's plenty of room!" I was furious and humiliated! Though I loved so many of the other teachers I refused to go back after that and support a studio owned by a person like this. When I decide to go to yoga I expect a comforting and uplifting experience led by teachers who foster a sense of support and community. When I told my story to a few other students I realized I was not alone in my sentiments. Others told me of similar situations they had either experienced or witnessed. Mac has no business owning a yoga studio and treating her students this way. If you do decide to attend Niyama- opt for a class taught by any of the other teachers, unless you want to leave feeling badly about yourself and your practice.

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!