Chi-Town Shakti: Yoga + Meditation in Chicago

Chi-Town Shakti: Yoga + Meditation in Chicago Authentic Yoga and Meditation studio with knowledgable instructors who support your unique practice wherever you may be on your yogic journey.

Chi-Town Shakti is a ShambhavAnanda Yoga� Affiliate Center, part of the extended family of ShambhavAnanda� Yoga. We are committed to this lineage of yoga and have been given the blessing of Sri Shambhavananda to share these authentic teachings with you. When you connect with us, you are tapping into a reservoir of spiritual energy and a vibrant community of practitioners that can serve you along t

he path of your growth. In 2008, a small group of our practitioners, led by husband and wife team, Akaram and Bhakti White, opened the doors of Chi-Town Shakti. The group had dreamed of having their own space to explore this ancient tradition of Yoga in a present practice. Their hard work combined with heart work laid the foundation for a space where the energy just feels special. In 2016, Bhakti and Akaram relocated to Colorado to be near family and our teacher, Babaji Shambhavananda. Since then, dedicated ShambhavAnanda Yoga™ practitioners, Aasha Elliott and Elena Tinaglia graciously took the reins and good karmic fortune as co-owners of Chi-Town Shakti. Aasha and Elena are carrying on the dream of leading a studio where the rich and authentic practices of ShambhavAnanda Yoga™ remain true. The studio stands as a unique gem in the Chicago Yoga community offering a depth of experience that comes from the dedicated teachers and practitioners who not only teach, but truly live the practice of Yoga. Come visit us and experience for yourself what our teachers, classes, workshops teacher trainings and events can offer along your Yogic path!

“You need to be able to dive into your own heart and find that place of deep, deep nourishment inside. And then you get happy for no reason . . . just as the sun is up there radiating all the time, whether we see it or we don’t see it, whether it is cloudy or whether it is night time. In the same way, divine consciousness is inside of us radiating all the time . . . The purpose of a spiritual practice is to help you find that divine consciousness within.” -Sri Shambhavananda

Good Morning, Saturday morning yoga folks! Even though the sun isn’t shining yet this morning, you ARE! Thank you for be...
04/25/2026

Good Morning, Saturday morning yoga folks! Even though the sun isn’t shining yet this morning, you ARE! Thank you for being here. ☀️🙏🏼🌸

Do you have a home meditation practice? Do you have a sacred space set up where you turn within? The special act of crea...
04/19/2026

Do you have a home meditation practice? Do you have a sacred space set up where you turn within? The special act of creating a space that feels special to you - where you can sit and seek refuge in your Heart, in the rhythm of your breath and the energy that rides upon it….well, we recommend it. 🧡
You can start simple - with a cushion or chair and a few items that help you center or remind you of the Divine.
We also welcome you to join us on Sunday mornings from 10:15 to 11:00 am for Community Meditation (online or in person). Tune in from your meditation space at home or join in community at Chi-Town Shakti. Our Certified ShambhavAnanda Yoga®️ Meditation Instructors will guide you through a variety of practices from week to week and are happy to answer your questions.
Connection to community, to those who are on the path with you, can also be a tremendous support in maintaining consistent practice.
****As you can see, your furry friends may be drawn to the energy in your meditation space as well. They are sensitive beings. 🩷
Om Namah Shivaya 🕉️🙏🏼

🌸Happy Spring! Jai Ganesh!🌸🐘📿🐈🧘🏾‍♂️
04/05/2026

🌸Happy Spring! Jai Ganesh!🌸
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Deepen your practice and join us in devotion for this powerful chant - this Sunday and every first Sunday of the month (...
04/04/2026

Deepen your practice and join us in devotion for this powerful chant - this Sunday and every first Sunday of the month (in-person or online) during our Community Meditation time as we practice Sri Guru Gita, a 182-verse mantra in honor of the Guru and the Guru within.
Beginners welcome!
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Sunday, April 5th
1015 to 1115 am
Sliding Scale
Pre-registration required.
Let’s chant!
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Spring Sound Magic Immersionwith Special Guests, John + Jitka YostSaturday, May 9th7 to 8:30 pm🕉️Join us for a Spring So...
03/29/2026

Spring Sound Magic Immersion
with Special Guests, John + Jitka Yost
Saturday, May 9th
7 to 8:30 pm
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Join us for a Spring Sound Magic Immersion - a vibratory purification for the Soul.
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Allow yourself to decompress and experience a unique inward journey for your body, mind and spirit. Physical sound vibrations entrain the brain to move from beta to alpha-theta waves, bringing about a deep, meditative state. Jitka and John will weave a tapestry of magical sounds using gongs, crystal bowls, singing bowls, chimes and other instruments.
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“The Great Night of Shiva” begins today and continues throughout the night - February 15th through 16th (in 2026). It is...
02/15/2026

“The Great Night of Shiva” begins today and continues throughout the night - February 15th through 16th (in 2026). It is said to be the night when Shiva performed the great dance of creation and dissolution. For there to be birth, there must be death - a surrendering of what was to honor what will be - with each and every breath and in each given moment. We also celebrate the divine union of Shiva and Parvati on this day - uniting the creative force of Shakti with Consciousness.
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Some practitioners choose to fast in honor of this transformative time. Others chant mantras all throughout the night. The benefits of chanting Shiva mantras will expand exponentially on this auspicious holiday. OM Namah Shivaya. Jai Shiva Om!
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And it is from this place, the Self, that we can Love each other more deeply.🌹 Happy Valentine’s Day! 🌹
02/14/2026

And it is from this place, the Self, that we can Love each other more deeply.
🌹 Happy Valentine’s Day! 🌹

Goddesses and Devis abound. Who are the Goddesses in your life? 🌹🌹🌹***Saraswati woodblock print by
01/23/2026

Goddesses and Devis abound. Who are the Goddesses in your life?
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***Saraswati woodblock print by

Pajama Restorative Yoga with Kirstin SafakasSaturday, February 28th7 to 9 pm🧡Back by popular demand! 🩷Cozy up in your co...
01/08/2026

Pajama Restorative Yoga with Kirstin Safakas
Saturday, February 28th
7 to 9 pm
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Back by popular demand!
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Cozy up in your comfiest pair of pajamas for 2 luxurious hours of restorative yoga in the soft glow of candlelight. Your softest blankets, favorite pillows and stuffies are also welcome. Kirstin will gently guide you through a series of restorative yoga asana - shapes held for 5 minutes or more, while luxuriously supported by props such as bolsters, blocks, blankets etc. Surrender, release, and renew. Enjoy an extended savasana before floating home and melting right into bed!
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Tiered Pricing Available

*Valentine* Sound Magic Immersionwith Special Guests, John + Jitka YostFriday, February 13th7 to 8:30 pm🩷Early Bird Disc...
01/02/2026

*Valentine* Sound Magic Immersion
with Special Guests, John + Jitka Yost
Friday, February 13th
7 to 8:30 pm
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Early Bird Discount through January 16th 🎉
Celebrate friendship, partnership, connection with others or Self this Valentine’s Day. Treat a partner, friend and YOU to a luxurious and magical immersion.
Allow yourself to decompress and experience a unique inward journey for your body, mind and spirit. Physical sound vibrations entrain the brain to move from beta to alpha-theta waves, bringing about a deep, meditative state. Jitka and John will weave a tapestry of magical sounds using gongs, crystal bowls, singing bowls, chimes and other instruments.
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Join us on Friday, February 13th from 7 to 830 pm at Chi-Town Shakti Yoga + Meditation for a deeply relaxing 90-min Sound Magic Immersion with John and Jitka Yost. Bolsters, blankets, and cushions will be provided for your comfort. However, you are more than welcome to bring your own cozy comforts with you (pjs, soft blankets, eye masks, etc!). This Event is in-person in studio. Space is limited, so sign up soon!
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Happy New Year! 💙It was lovely to spend the afternoon with so many of you for our annual Medicine Buddha Mantra Soak. We...
01/02/2026

Happy New Year! 💙
It was lovely to spend the afternoon with so many of you for our annual Medicine Buddha Mantra Soak. We wish you a peaceful and intentional New Year, rich with Compassion, Love and Joy. 🩷
We know the New Year sparks excitement for all the changes you wish to make and the habits you wish to cultivate, but be EASY on yourself. Extremes encourage opposite extremes. If you wish to practice yoga more? Maybe you commit to one or two classes per week rather than vowing to attend all 7 days. Maybe this is an unexpected message from a business who survives on people attending classes and programming, but truly we wish to support your longevity, your tenacity, and your ongoing wellbeing. Commitment in smaller doses at first will help you flourish over time. We wish to support you in maintaining a lifelong practice of cultivating overall joy and peace - in body, mind and soul. And if you would like to share your intentions with us (for the New Year or whenever the time feels right), we are happy to cheer you on. 🎉
See you soon, Beautiful Community!
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Ignite your wish to grow and join our Intro to Yoga series in 2026! 💜February Intro to Yoga 3-week Serieswith Fran Loner...
12/29/2025

Ignite your wish to grow and join our Intro to Yoga series in 2026!
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February Intro to Yoga 3-week Series
with Fran Lonergan
3 consecutive Saturdays: February 7th, 14th and 21st
2 pm to 330 pm
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Starting a yoga practice may feel intimidating with the strange names of the postures, coordinating breath and movement, and feeling like others know more than you...but here at Chi-Town Shakti, we welcome newbies (and those who wish to refine their practice) to the practice with our In-Person, In-Studio Introduction to Yoga Series!
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Join us for 3 consecutive weeks to learn how yoga is about MUCH more than just stretching! In this workshop-style class, we will explain the physical postures to help you understand your own alignment, work with understanding and experiencing how the breath moves in the body, and begin to touch on some simple meditation techniques to help calm the thought waves of the mind.
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As students, you are encouraged to ask questions, take notes and/or experiment with different variations of a posture to help support and nourish your practice! We believe yoga is for everyone. Each person’s expression and experience of each yoga posture is unique and we celebrate this diversity. Yoga is truly about connecting within, embodying breath and movement and feeling into one’s own unique expression through practice.
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Beginners are welcome to join as well as those looking for a refresher or a workshop-style class where alignment and basic yogic concepts are discussed in more detail. We hope you will leave this class feeling confident and ready to attend a group yoga class while also beginning to explore and experience how yoga uniquely supports YOU.
Series includes access to all in-person Yoga Basics classes between week 1 and 3! That’s 3 1.5 hour sessions plus 6 classes, all for $80!
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Chicago, IL
60660

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