Sunday May 17th, 2026 Yoga Immersion with Rich Logan

Personal Investment: $40 Single Session/$100 Full Day (3 session) or Full Weekend of Sessions $180 for six sessions!

Sunday May 17th Morning Practice: 9 AM to 12 PM

Finding our Power: Yoga for strengthening and stabilizing:

About this session: Flexible students are often unstable and need to stabilize joints and the spine. We can often discover weakness from side to side as well as in conditions like Scoliosis. We can get stronger and by moving in and out of certain poses that stress our weaknesses appropriately. Over time we get more stable and can hold more difficult poses for longer periods of time. It can be quite a positive ego building exercise to gain mastery over our physical weaknesses. And we can see some parallels of growing beyond emotional defaults that don't serve us well, as when we collapse. Come to explore safe methods using your own resistance. The course will include lecture, an invitation to discuss our own personal weaknesses, demonstrations and modifications.

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Sunday May 17th Afternoon Practice: 1 PM-4 PM

Yoga for Opening: Stretching the tensions:

For the stiff practitioner, yoga can feel frustrating. But it's usually the way we practice, the way we live, that is holding us back from safe flexibility and openness. Tension can come as much from the mind as any structural reality or muscular tension. Knowing the difference is important. Tight hamstrings may be as much about our difficulty to releasing the past than any muscular tightness. And how we approach the tighter side may ultimately be key to moving forward. A stiff low back may be holding onto insecurities and anger, that for whatever reason, helps us navigate our lives. But when we learn to positively express, even the most challenging emotions, we start to feel the body free as well. We'll explore the safe release of the nervous system that may be holding too much tension. We will compare that to connective tissue tension that requires more time and patience for lengthening. Also learning how to isolate the tight spot is most important. Some lecture and demonstration will be provided throughout that can be applied to any of our holding patterns. Practice, lecture, breath work and personal sharing will all be encouraged.

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Sunday May 17th Evening Practice: 6 PM- 9 PM

Resetting: The Restorative Postures:

The aim for this class will be deeply reset the nervous system by holding poses for at least 2 to 5 minutes. All poses will be supported by a liberal use of props. We will employ active techniques to engage the physical body and passive work to allow for deep relaxation of chronic holding patterns. All of this will be performed under the auspices of a deep spiritual practice. All levels and experience welcomed. We will have a brief discussion of how and why bodies are respond to this work. We'll do some breath work after the poses to further still the patterns of the mind. So come to intelligently activate our bodies to create deeper release not only muscularly but inviting the nervous system to release its hold on us when it has become overprotective. And the spiritual implications are, well... infinite. Savasana will include live music appropriate for release. We'll close class chanting kirtan to sustain our release before moving forward with a new awarenesses.

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About the Facilitator: Rich Logan has traveled the world studying and teaching massage therapy and Yoga. He has been on faculty at the Chicago School of Massage therapy and The Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He has taught in the Indian based Teacher Training group Rishikul in their Nepal program. He has taught yoga anatomy for hundreds of teacher trainings in Chicagoland as well as workshops in the surrounding area. Rich has also been a guest speaker on Western massage techniques at the Ayurvedic College in Mysore, India. He has also taught adjustment and anatomy-oriented yoga courses for yoga teachers in Hamburg, Germany. He has presented at Wanderlust Chicago, teaching well over a thousand students in Grant Park. He was also a featured yoga presenter at Bhakti fest Midwest in Madison. He also has been performing with Kirtan groups in Chicago since 2002 as a guitarist and fronts his own group with a revolving band of world-class musicians called Akoustikirtan. A serious student of Yoga since 1998, teaching since 2001 and a meditation practitioner since 1978, Rich incorporates his knowledge of anatomy and physiology with a unique understanding of spirituality in the modern world. Rich has studied at the prestigious Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram in Madras, India with TKV Desikachar among others presiding, The Atma Vikasa in Mysore with Yogacharya V. Venkatesha and wife Acharye Hema, The Himalayan Iyengar Yoga Center near Dharamsala with Sharat Arora. Rich's significant teachers have been TKV Desikachar, Kim Schwartz, Tias Little, Aadil Palkhivala, and Anna Forrest. Rich has also assisted Tias Little in workshops as well as his Esalen retreat in 08. He continues to study under the tutelage of the enigmatic and brilliant Gabriel Halpern since 2002. Rich has been facilitating his on 200 and 300 hour trainings since 2012. A published author he is now embarking on writing a book on the Yoga sutras of Patañjali as well essays on Seeing Structure as it relates to yoga. Rich has an eclectic teaching style focusing on the seeming basics to allow for a deeper practice by sitting in some poses for extended periods and moving through other postures smoothly with deliberation attention on placing ourselves in the pose as opposed to habitual patterns and gravity running the show. A mindful practice is focused on, bringing us to the edge of ‘experience’ to ‘witness’ the moment unfolds and realize it is us who is the unfolding.

Join us for a 2-day Yoga Immersion with Rich Logan

May 16th 2026 & Sunday May 17th 2026

Healing Through Movement and Stillness: Movement begets Movement. Stillness begets Stillness

Personal Investment: $40 for 1 session; $100 for 1 full day of sessions (3 sessions per day) or $180 Entire weekend (Saturday & Sunday)

Saturday May 16th Morning Session: 9 AM to 12 PM

The Sacred Structure: Sacrum and Spine; Form and Functionality:

This workshop will help us to identify stiffness, ease and instability in parts of the spine. We'll explore the movement of 'our' unique spine. We'll learn to move into the difficulties without pain. Our spine is a spring as much as it supports our body. We want to get back to the balance between support without compression, lightness without instability. When we start to experience pain, it's usually the result of long-term misalignments. We have ideal ranges of motion, defined by the structure of each individual vertebra, but many of us experience restrictions and instabilities due to physical realities. But we also need to consider the emotional restrictions that sometimes present in muscular tension. The shape of our spine defines the shape of our breath and the way we see the world around us, as threat or delight. This workshop will offer a spinal and core lecture, anatomy, and discussions of approaches toward healing, physical practice, breath work for release as well as stability and awareness.

Registration Link: https://get.mndbdy.ly/YqH6Xmlwq2b

Saturday May 16th, 2026, Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

The Givers and Receivers: Hands, Arms and Shoulders:

In this workshop we'll will focus on the shoulder, hands and arms. When we consider its normal, healthy range of motion, the shoulder is relatively free compared to other major joints. As a result, it is functionally less stable than some of the other joints characterized by less innate freedom. We will examine healthy and unhealthy patterns of movement and imbalances commonly found in the shoulder girdle and wrists. After learning how to identify what may be inhibiting the shoulders elbows and wrists from their fullest potential, the students will participate in practical exercises to help find safe and effective ways to increase mobility and strength. In addition, the heart plexus and the role of the surrounding connective tissue will be discussed. Demonstrations and practices will be presented throughout the workshop to explore and instill change. This class will include lecture of the anatomical complexities of the shoulder, the emotional components that present in the musculature, practice, modification for poses, and learning to see the structure.

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May 16th 2026 Evening Session: 6 to 9:00 PM

Rooting for Ourselves: Exploring Hips, Knees and Ankles:

The pelvis serves multiple anatomical purposes, supporting viscera and operating as the stabilizing structure from which the legs explore the world. The pelvic girdle is a matrix of checks and balances: for every degree of imbalance below the pelvis, something must compensate, creating imbalance above. Its subtle mobility is essential in movement, and if lost, in either inflexibility or hyper-mobility, the rest of the body suffers. As we become more familiar with the innate kinesiology and muscles of the hips and legs, we will be able to assess and address imbalances within the pelvic girdle and leg lines.

We will also discuss how imbalances within the pelvic region not only affect our physical health but also our mental well-being and emotional balance. The shoulders tend to instability, whereas the hips tend toward stiffness, both due to anatomical design. We'll practice simple mobility exercises and hone techniques to maintain healthy hips, knees, and ankles. Those should help to help correct or manage imbalances. Class will include anatomical lecture, sharing of stories, practices for ankles, knees and hips, support work for optimal alignment for individuals, and pelvic floor exercises to build awareness and rebalance the root.

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Hot Yoga, Moms and Mimosas 🍾🧘‍♀️
Class Description:

Hey, Supermom — when was the last time you did something just for you?

Moms and Mimosas is your official permission slip to roll out your mat, shake off the chaos, and toast to surviving motherhood (mostly) intact.

Join us for a light-hearted yoga class where the vibe is loose, the poses are beginner-friendly, and the goal is feeling good — not perfection. After we stretch, flow, and maybe sneak in a few giggles, we’ll raise a glass of bubbly and celebrate the beautiful mess that is life.

No yoga skills required. Pajamas, dry shampoo, and “mom buns” welcome.

Details:

🗓️ When: Sunday 5/10/25 at 8:45 AM-9:45 AM 

📍 Where: Nurture Yoga & Massage

🎟️ Yoga + mimosas included — because you earned it.

🧘‍♀️ Bring: Your mat, your friends, and your fabulous self.

Because sometimes the most advanced pose... is sitting down with a mimosa. 🍾✨

Reiki Level 1 Usui training is an introduction to Reiki. Also known as Reiki First Degree or Usui Reiki Level 1. It is designed for beginners and does not require any prior Reiki experience. The course covers the basics of Reiki, including the history and philosophy of Reiki, the principles of energy healing, and the practice of self-healing and offering Reiki to others.
The training includes 6-hour training, attunement as a level 1 reiki practitioner of the Usui tradition.  Attunement is a powerful process of receiving Reiki energy from a qualified Reiki Master. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a Reiki Level 1 Certificate.

The course is suitable for those who wish to learn Reiki for personal use or to start a Reiki practice to treat others. It is a comprehensive course that provides a foundational understanding of Reiki and its application in energy healing.

In this training you will awaken your abilities to heal yourself and others with this natural technique. You will learn how to do this and be ready to apply it to yourself and anyone else. Help relieve stress, pain, anxiety, and bring calming into your life. You will receive a manual and certificate of completion.

Personal Investment: $108 

Reserve your spot today by registering online and receive attunement as a Reiki Level I practitioner by Reiki Master Teacher, Sarah Brenes + Reiki Level 1 Manual.  

Date & Time: Friday, January 30th | 6:30 PM
Location: 10327 Main Street 2nd Floor Richmond IL 60071
Cost: Free — bring a snack if you wish!

Description:
Join us for an evening of connection, reflection, and support at our Women’s Yoga Circle.

This gathering is a safe and welcoming space for women to come together to share experiences, explore meaningful topics, and support each other in community. Our circles may include a guided discussion on a chosen topic, and time for connection, meditation/yoga or breathwork and sharing. Participants are encouraged to bring a dish to share, creating a nurturing environment of both physical and emotional nourishment.

Whether you are seeking inspiration, support, or simply a space to connect with like-minded women, this circle offers a warm, accepting, and grounded space to honor yourself and others.

January discussion: Living with Intention

Join us for our Winter Solstice Celebration Sound Healing with Tom Buske and Jenny Bergold, and Reiki Healing provided by Reiki Master Tracy Soos Walker, during this deeply restorative evening of peace and renewal.

Date & Time: December 6th | 6PM Start 

Winter carries the energy of stillness, introspection, and restoration — it’s about going inward, conserving energy, and preparing the ground for new growth. The Reiki symbols that resonate most strongly with these qualities support clearing, grounding, emotional balance, and renewal will be used during this healing session. 

As the days grow shorter and the world slows into winter’s quiet embrace, we are invited to turn inward—to rest, reflect, and release what no longer serves us. The holiday season can be both joyful and overwhelming; this event offers a sanctuary of stillness to help you reset your energy, calm your mind, and open your heart to new beginnings.

Immerse yourself in the healing sounds of gongs, Tibetan bowls, and crystal singing bowls played by Tom and Jenny. Sound healing harmonizes the nervous system, balances emotions, and clears energetic blockages, helping us navigate this darker season with clarity and ease. The vibrations support renewal—like light slowly returning after the solstice, they awaken the body’s innate capacity to heal and restore balance.

What to Expect:
Our bodies are over 75% water, and like ripples in a pond, sound waves travel deep within, bringing release and restoration at the cellular level. You’ll be bathed in soothing frequencies from singing bowls, chimes, gongs, and drums while Reiki is performed on participants aligned with the seasonal energy of winter to create a deeply nourishing and restorative healing session.

Physical benefits may include lowered blood pressure, improved sleep, and eased tension. Emotional and spiritual benefits often include calm, clarity, and a renewed sense of peace—making this a beautiful way to clear space for the light and energy of the coming year.

About the Facilitators:
Tom Buske is a lifelong musician and Certified Master Sound Practitioner, trained through the School of Sound & Healing (Angel Light, LLC, Elm Grove, WI) and a member of the Sound Healers Association. He also practices Reiki Level I under the USUI System of Healing.

Jenny Bergold has been practicing yoga since 1999 and teaching since 2009. She holds certifications in Hatha, Kundalini, Prenatal, Restorative, Yin, and Radiant Child Yoga. Her sound healings emphasize mindfulness, body awareness, and spiritual upliftment.

Tracei Walker, Reiki Master, will offer gentle Reiki energy throughout the event to enhance healing and balance during this sacred winter season.

Personal Investment:
$50 Unlimited Members

$55 if registered in advance 

$60 day of event

Register with a friend and save — two participants for $110.