Yogaview Chicago

The prenatal yoga classes here are awesome — Allison is THE BEST! I am so happy I found this studio. It is not pretentious and parking is super easy. I would highly recommend to any of my friends, pregnant or not! I will continue going back after I deliver. Check it out!

It was just a matter of time before the best yoga studio raised their prices. I have been a dedicated fan since it had opened at their other location and still will be coming here but not as frequently. Just so so so so disappointed
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Great yoga studio. I highly recommend Amy Shatz Owen’s classes– particularly the prenatal classes. She is a wonderful yoga instructor! She also does regular classes too. Definitely try her out! She has a wonderful presence, is calm, has a relaxing voice, is very knowledgeable & instructs very well. She is also just a wonderful & caring person & is always happy to talk with you after class & provide further advice if you like.

Yogaview is the best studio I’ve been to in Chicago! From the amazing teachers to the beautiful space, it’s a great spot. Mary’s Sunday class is one of my favorites. I’ve also enjoyed Nadine’s classes for more flow and awesome music. I love the welcoming atmosphere and community. You should definitely give it a try!

Yogaview is my «sort-​of» my preferred studio to practice asana and pranayama in Chicago. The owners Tom and Quinn are deeply rooted in the traditions of the eight-​limbs practice not just the third limb of asana.
The very open space is all wooded with an industrial appeal from exposed rafters, all colored in a neutral, monochromatic theme. Located in the Elston Corridor area of Bucktown, the studio is slightly off the beaten path though easily accessed via the north/​south Ashland #9 (get off at Webster) or the east/​west Fullerton #74 (get off at Elston or Ashland). The studio is always warm — around 80 degrees — which I really dislike. There are three studios, all numbered above the entryways. One and three are quite large and two is average. Studio one is aesthetically the nicest with a beautiful wall mural of trees and birds. All three have east facing windows, and altars for burning Nag Champa, an idol, and a vibration tool. All studios feature a wealthy supply of blocks, straps, mats, bolsters, and blankets for free use. Within each room is a cubby for your belongings also containing tissues, and essential oil mixture misters for refreshing your brought, or borrowed mat. The studio does not offer sweat towels though they do sell yoga towels. In addition to the three practice rooms, they also offer a room for private sessions and a therapy room for massage and acupuncture.
Depending upon which class you take and with whom, the instruction in the studio varies. The studio is great for Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yin (restorative), and traditional Hatha — with a variety of specialties. Eva covers morning Mysore (a self-​directed practice of Ashtanga) three days a week. The studio also features guided Ashtanga Primary Series on certain days. Vinyasa is present in so many teachers’ classes, emphasizing the benefits of unifying pranayama, or breath, with asana, or posture. Michael Flockhart teaches an incredible — yes, incredible — Wednesday evening yin and yang class. Michael’s impressive awareness of human physiology coupled with his roots in Ashtanga and Iyengar make him ideal for those with injuries who still want a challenge. The concept of yin is to restore by maintaining an asana for an extended duration. The yang counters that period of rest by presenting a vinyasa type format to reinvigorate agni, or internal fire. Michael is a master of gauging his class and seamlessly building upon the needs and requests of his students. Take Claire’s class before to really fire you up, then take Michael’s to ease you back to earth. Three teachers at the studio, Jessica, Geri and Dori, specialize in the Sridaiva or Bow-​spring method developed by Desi Springer which emphasizes alignment and postural awareness related to the shape of the spinal curve. I have not taken these classes yet but have heard nothing but great things about these teachers. Rich’s classes are tough but fun. Rich has a major emphasis on the spiritual aspects of the practice while challenging his students to define what strength is and means to them. David offers a sense of tranquility and respect in his approach to asana. He takes his time to get to know new students and offers some very powerful adjustments. By far my favorite is Quinn (mind you, I have not made the rounds through all the classes). His Saturday afternoon classes are heavily routed in Ashtanga with his own unique spin. Quinn has this powerful yet subtle presence. He speaks softly and succintly. In the moments when you are taking the practice too seriously he adds a dry and delightful anecdote to remind us to have fun.
The only complaints I have about the studio are the heat, the smell, and student attitudes. I wish they’d keep it cooler in the studio and do a better job of airing the place out from the BO generated by the heat. Bigger than that, it surprises me how many of the people who attend aren’t kinder or more considerate. Etiquette is a major part of yoga (see first two limbs) which I see being lost as yoga becomes more Westernized as exercise. A rule of thumb: enter a studio only when everyone has exited; take notice of those who arrive before you and allow them access prior to you; do not leave or fall asleep and start snoring during savasana; and return the props you used as you found them. It’s okay to take a break on your mat, to sweat, to leave during practice for air or water, the key being keep everyone else in mind as you do these things. Yoga isn’t about you nailing the cool arm balance, it’s about you getting over that ego of yours and achieving greater peace in the universe. Start practicing on and off the mat.

Yogaview is a great studio with incredibly talented teachers. Wonderful energy, great natural light and space, and a variety of classes at convenient times. I love all their teachers, some of my all-​time favorites though are Geri, Erica, Lindsey, Kelly & Quinn. Highly recommend! By far my favorite studio in the city, with passionate compassionate yogis and teachers. I look forward to every class.

One of my favorite places for yoga. All the yogaview locations are great. I’ve practiced yoga for many years, long before moving to Chicago. I regularly go to many different yoga studios in the Chicago area, depending on my schedule and location that day. The room is warm, thank goodness: the way yoga is suppose to be to be properly effective. This place has good teachers, and a good environment. Whether you are a beginner or advanced this place can meet your needs. I highly recommend it. Hey yogaview; add a hot class and I’ll be there everyday!!!

A welcoming haven for yogis of all levels.
Clean and light studios with well trained, professional and fun teachers. Mere words can’t express how much I have enjoyed my classes here. This is the gold standard for yoga in Chicago.

I’ve only been to Tom Quinn’s class. Having said that, if his yoga class was the only yoga class I could ever go to for the rest of my life, let’s just say I wouldn’t be that mad about it.

this place is great. it’s located on the 2^nd floor in the building at the corner of webster and elston. there’s always parking on the street. come early, of course.
i highly recommend sara strother’s classes. she is wonderful, funny, and very alignment-​focused, which i love. she’s got some level 1 classes on the sched, as well as level 2 – 3. grab your props before you get in the door, BYOMat and maybe some water. drop-​ins are $ 16 a class. the studios are beautiful.
i think the only thing is that the traffic in and out of the studio is tight, so that’s why i say come early — it’s gets crazy with the hanging of the coats, the taking off of the shoes, etc. it gets wild.

I am an avid believer that a yoga studio should feel just like home… welcoming and safe. After moving to Chicago I struggled to find a studio that felt that way for me, in addition to vibing with my own personal yoga groove :)
Then I found Yogaview and I LOVED it! Not only are the teachers great but the front desk staff is very friendly and inviting. I and am so glad I found this gem of a yoga studio in Chicago.
All of the teachers are fantastic. I do have my favorites (Amy, Jessica, Erica, Claire, Sara) but I don’t bother checking to see if there’s a sub one day because ALL of the teachers are great. It’s fun to get a new surprise teacher and experience something new, different and (still) wonderful!
To me Yogaview, is an authentic, sacred space to practice with experienced, knowledgeable teachers. No matter what level of the practice you may find yourself at, this is a studio where you can feel good about yourself… one of the most important things you should feel during/​after yoga :)

I have recently started attending Quinn’s Saturday class and absolutely love the challenge. There are usually more than 50 people in the room, mats are literally inches away from each other, yet I find myself feeling very focused and at peace– this is key for me. Yogaview does like to keep the studio a bit toasty– I am not a fan of hot yoga, but the 80 degree temperature in the room is tolerable for me and allows me to get deeper into poses. Yogaview has high quality teachers and some of my teachers are regular students here.

I just started practicing at Yogaview in the past month and have really enjoyed classes with Claire, Quinn and Jessica so far. The practice is much different than how I usually practice, but I’ve enjoyed the switch from super meditative to much more active and I like how practicing here once/​twice a week has shifted a few ideas about my own Yogic philosophy.
Every class I’ve been to has had a creative, intelligent, safe sequence where I feel encouraged to try new things and not inadequate when my handstand is wall supported versus middle of the room. There are many dedicated, amazing Yogi’s practicing in their classes and it is definitely inspiring to practice with and among them. I’m so happy to have followed a suggestion and to have finally checked out Yogaview. I highly recommend to all levels.

Hands down the most amazing yoga studio for someone looking for the mind, body, spirit connection. If you are in town visiting, you live here, or if you just moved here I would highly, highly recommend Yogaview. Both the location on Elston (Lincoln Park) and the Division studio (Wicker Park) are the best. The teachers are fantastic. The temperature for most classes is 75 or 80 (Mostly Not Hot Yoga). The Yoga Circle is also a great option but the parking there can be tough if you’re not taking public transportation. Parking is easy at both yogaview locations.
Also a great place for highly qualified private yoga instruction.
A few of the most fantastic teachers, and this is only a short list because they are all wonderful are: Tom, Quinn, Geri, Clair, Nadine, Dori, Molly, Erica, David, Rich, Michael, Nicole, Sara S. and Wade. These are the teachers I have the most experience with and can tell you that they are amazing in the care and quality of their teaching. I am grateful every day I get to see one of them and you will be too.
If you want a class that has fewer people and more hands-​on, just call and the manager or person who answers the phone tells you exactly what class to go to and which ones to dodge if you’re trying to avoid a big crowd, or trying to target a certain pace of class. They are very helpful and kind.
After my first day here more than a year ago I knew this would be a place where I’d visit as often as possible. It’s like a second home to me now. The community is fantastic, the yoga space is ideal and I just can’t say enough about the quality of the instruction and care.
My best experience living in Chicago after 13 years of being here hands down!

great prenatal yoga class! This class incorporates a lot of stretches in the upper and lower body which is what I need! Since I have been steadily gaining weight with my first pregnancy, it has been harder to sit, stretch and bend :(
Expectant moms of all gestations are in the class and it is really appropriate for all ages and stages. Only downside was the check in process, I was slightly confused, how to pay, where to go, but other class attendees were helpful in providing assistance.

I’ve been going here on and off for a few years.
There is almost no actual instruction, just saying the poses, for the most part, and I’ve had very little tactile «corrections» from any teachers (I’m tempted to put that in quotes, «teachers»).
They do the thing where they say «and now if you are working on handstands come into handstand» (or headstand, or wheel pose, or whatever) and I don’t understand how people are supposed to learn these poses other than just sort of guessing or looking around the room [hint: go to Yoga Circle].
Most teachers play music really loud, often to the detriment of being able to hear them. And who decided Dave Matthews and U2 were yoga-​appropriate music?
Overcrowding is a big problem, sometimes. It would be helpful if the teachers arrived a little early and helped set up the room so everyone has space.
A lot of the men don’t wear shirts. Is this OK?
Last time I was in the teacher had us doing situps. Can I benefit from some situps? You betchya. Is it yoga? Well…
Bottom line here is these classes are pretty much just sweaty gym classes. I go here cus I’d rather go here than an actual sweaty gym. You can get a great workout but not much instruction. Be sure to understand yourself enough that you don’t get injured.

Disappointing. Much more of a workout than a yoga class — the teacher moved quickly from pose to pose, no suggestions for modifications, and seemingly no awareness that many people in the class were having trouble with the poses.
A very nice space, but I don’t think I’ll be back. I can get the same level of instructor involvement from a DVD, and I won’t have to put up with an overcrowded room.

After much prodding from my friends who were singing Yogaview’s praises, I visited for the first time last Thursday night for Amy’s class. As other reviewers have said, the space is gorgeous, but it can get rather crowded. I’d prefer a slightly bigger space or smaller class sizes. Still, it was a great class, I learned a lot and appreciated Amy’s professional teaching style.
I’ll definitely be back for her class!

Very nicely decorated, clean, and serene studio. There’s a beautiful view of the skyline from the studio window too. Love that this location has a parking lot, there’s a list of which spots you can and can’t park in before 5:30 pm, after 5:30 I think you can park in any spot. Staff was professional and friendly. A single class will run you $ 16.
The instructor I had (Jenn) was good except for the fact that she needed to speak up a little bit. She would speak so softly that half the class wouldn’t hear her and half the people would be doing one pose while the other half never heard her and were still doing the previous pose – which was kind of funny. Room was kept nice and warm and lighting was turned down toward end of class. You can bring your belongings into the actual room, there’s are storage cubes, so you don’t have to worry about your keys and wallet. I highly recommend this studio.

This yoga studio is beautiful. Large, spacious studios, sedated, soothing colors, hardwood floors, the works.
The desk staff was very friendly and helped us get signed up for class. Regular classes are now $ 16, students are $ 12. It’s kept nice and toasty warm (it was about 3 degrees out), which was welcome…
There are plenty of mats for use for those that do not have one, or forgot… ample storage space for belongings, and several changing rooms that are totally private (no little curtain thing).
My only complaint was that we couldn’t see the beautiful view out of the studio because the class before us got all sweaty and fogged the place up! However, I’ll be back to check it out again…
Also, parking at this location is very easy. Street parking is plentiful, the upper deck of the Kohl’s structure is free, and after 5:30pm you can park in the retail lot at the building…