The Heart Revival is an enduring dharma practice and community gathering center that provides refuge for community to revive and dive within via togetherness.
Heart is a place to delight in slowing down, to open and see life in a fresh way. We are sangha. The Heart Revival Center for Yoga and Buddhist studies is a sangha (community) who believes that yoga and mindfulness-based programming have the power to enrich lives and strengthen connections. Each of us plays our part to create safe space for the contribution to a culture that is most compassionate.
Heart opened its doors in 2019 with a heart-centered mission to forge a collective where members are willing to be their whole self in mind, body and heart. In being, we bring that authenticity into the world, to all sentient beings.
Our guides are classically trained and passionate about upholding the deepest respect for indigenous Yoga, traditional wisdom and contemporary neuroscience. We provide community meditation, classical Yoga classes, workshops, community gathering, teacher trainings/ education, retreats, recorded content and so much more. All people of all experiences and backgrounds are most welcome to gather with us via our tranquil center within St. Francis, WI (Milwaukee) or via live-stream. Join us, we are sangha.
10/30/2025
November at Heart
Returning to Source
The changing landscape with its cooling air, turning and falling leaves, seems to mirror so perfectly the spirit of this month’s teachings.
There comes a time in life and in practice when the persistence of seeking begins to not just soften, but fall away. The impulse to reach outward, to master something beyond ourselves, grows quiet. This shift does not mean that practice loses its meaning, rather, our relationship to it changes completely. What once felt like a path toward something now becomes a way of being skillfully and open-heartedly with what already is.
Full news link in the bio! 🪷
10/21/2025
Growing 🌱
Saturday karma yoga classes curated and led by your very own sangha members! These incredible women are recently certified yoga guides feeling called to share their love for the art and science of Yoga!
Karma classes are sliding scale with proceeds benefitting your budding guide! Pregistration is strongly advised as these classes cap at just 10 lucky yogis.
Karma classes run Saturday Nov 1st through Dec 20th. 60 minutes in length, 10:30-11:30am ✌🏽
10/05/2025
Heart’s Autumn Weekly
Join community for a practice steeped in heart-centered devotion!
09/30/2025
October at Heart
Transcending the Ox
Dependent Co-arising
I’ve been leading circles for over a decade and I can tell you that humans ARE good. Despite confusion, we love each other and we love life. The sangha has been testament to this; creating a myriad of creative ways to stay in touch well beyond the walls of our center. Checking in on our community requires stamina. It requires self-inquiry and attention. How am I and to what capacity am I available to help? A member of our monthly Q***r peer-led circle, sent along a brilliant little piece by the late, beloved, American poet and activist, Andrea Gibson. Andrea called it “Wellness Check”:
In any moment,
on any given day,
I can measure
my wellness
by this question:
Is my attention on loving,
or is my attention on
who isn’t loving me?
Full newsletter link in the bio 💖
09/18/2025
E Q U I N O X:
As the leaves begin to change color and fall during this season, they serve as a beautiful reminder of how we too can gracefully let go of what no longer serves us. Autumn is an ideal time to quiet the chatter of the mind and embrace the wisdom of those who came before (to include versions of ourselves). How will you honor the threshold of the season, gracefully flowing on to what is yet to manifest?
Friday, September 19th:
6am Sunrise Vinyasa with Gino Napolitano
9am Hatha Renewal with Olivia Flood
4pm Wisdom Wind Down with derria byrd
6:30pm Karma Yin + Yoga Nidra with Jess Kettner
Saturday, September 20th:
7:30am Yin + Dharma with Meg Lucks
9am Chakras in Motion with Meg Lucks
12pm Labyrinth Walk in Eagle, WI with Jerry Becker
Sunday, September 21st:
9am Nejang Tibetan Healing Yoga with Vanessa Weber
10am Slow Flow + Sit with Jess Kettner
12:30pm Yin for the Season 2-Hr Workshop with Amy Kerley
Monday, September 22nd:
9am Foundational Flow with Vanessa Weber
6pm Candlelit Twilight Yoga with Meg Lucks
7:15pm Community Meditation with Meg Lucks
09/18/2025
The truth of yoga is what happens beyond the mat. Cultivate your inner light through guided asana (postures), pranayama (breath), and meditation (focus) in this end-of-the-week class designed to help you shake off the tethers from the week and reconnect to your true wisdom. This hatha yoga class focuses on yogic intention and bodily alignment alongside the invitation to stillness and rest. Each class includes teachings on how to nourish your internal wisdom and nurture "an undefended heart,” in pursuit of liberation (moksha) for all beings.
This gorgeous offering occurs every first and third Friday of each month. Use any class pass, pack or membership to reserve your spot.
09/01/2025
Weekend Reset Retreats in West Bend, WI hosted by Meg and Adam Lucks at Shalom House
Join us for a steadying weekend in West Bend, at the Shalom House,
to experience community, space for dedicated practice, nourishing food and the means to reset - ready to go back out into this precious world. With few diversions, the tendency toward distraction is reduced. In this space of intimacy with ourselves, there is a good possibility that we will know ourselves better after a retreat than we did before. Self-knowledge and understanding grow as we see that we can live each moment either with inattention, fear, and judgment or with clarity, kindness, and wakefulness. By cultivating the power of awareness, clarity, and kindness, we discover the path to liberation, inner freedom, and a peaceful heart. Limit 11 folks!
Apply to one of two weekends:
November 21-23*, 6pm Friday - 12pm Sunday
January 16-18th, 6pm Friday - 12pm Sunday
*apologies for the typo in the news! This is now the correct date and is reflected on the website! Hope to see you there! 💛
09/01/2025
September at Heart Center
Forgetting the Ox
It’s refreshing to make friends on the path. We find that these relationships come more naturally (not necessarily more easily), are trustworthy and clear. This is because the teachings/ transmissions can only come through our own hard-earned experiences. Looking into the eyes of a living breathing embodied Buddha, you are drawn into a depth beyond description. The body knows and verifies, revealing what is true and real.
Years back I was drawn to Pema Chodron for these reasons. I was refreshed by how honest, kind, and most importantly, unapologetically human, she was. She was in touch, unlike so many teachers that I had crossed paths with before. Her presence reassured me of what was possible, reminding me that leaving the path (or royally screwing it up) wasn’t an option... “you are the path”, she said. I am the path. I can’t begin to describe how these words have continued to evolve and serve me all these years later.
Full newsie link in the bio!
08/29/2025
Heads up! 🌻
08/24/2025
We’re returning to Cambodia!
Embark on Heart’s second karma (service) yoga retreat in Cambodia with Vanessa and Meg, discovering the spiritual heart of the Khmer people and land. Just 10km from the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat, our sanctuary at Navutu Dreams Resort and Wellness Retreat offers eco-conscious accommodations nestled in a tranquil paradise.
This journey is more than just yoga; it’s an immersive exploration into the rich history and resilient spirit of Cambodia. We’ll delve into the ancient wonders of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and engage with the country’s complex past. Embracing the true yogic lifestyle, our retreat weaves together daily mindfulness and yoga practices in a private shala with an opportunity to give back through volunteering at the ABCs and Rice non-profit school. We’ll mindfully support the local community through social enterprise dining and sustainable shopping, fostering a deeper understanding of our interconnected world.
Please note that all applicants will need to complete an interview to be accepted. This is to ensure that all parties understand the nature, demand and expectations of participating in this type of experience, in this part of the world. Preparation leading up to the retreat includes learning (history, current economics, political structure, humanitarian need, culture and more) and lesson planning to support the students of ABCs. No lesson planning or prior teaching experience is required! We are looking for folks of all different backgrounds and abilities!
Link in the bio for additional info and application!
08/22/2025
Heart to Heart with Cambodia
Advocacy + Fundraising Kick-off
Y’all! Are are kicking off our fundraising efforts for our buddies at ABCs and Rice in Siem Reap, Cambodia, TOMORROW, Sat 8-28 from 9-10:15am with Karma Yoga in the Park at South Shore Farmer’s Market (south of the vending area) with a hatha class led by senior teachers Meg Lucks and Vanessa Weber. Students can pre-register via MindBody or drop-in. We ask that you arrive a few minutes early with your yoga mat! Look for the giant Cambodian flag to find us!
We are Partnering for a Purpose:
The Heart Revival + SoulFlow Journeys are proud to continue their partnership with the MKE NGO, The Cam Fund. Together, they host karma (service-based) events to support the ABCs and Rice School in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This deep connection to the ABCs community drives ongoing fundraising efforts for the school. Interested in supporting or connecting with the ABCs community?
Here’s how you can get involved:
-Join a retreat in Cambodia happening in November of 2026
-Attend a karma class at Heart
-Jam for Cam event: Saturday, September 6, from 6-8p.m, live music, Cambodian bites and live silent auction running Sept 1-6th!
Jam for Cam tickets (sliding scale: $40, $60, $80, $100) can be purchased at your selected contribution price with 100% of all funds raised support ABCs and Rice to provide a holistic approach to education and community empowerment. This event is limited to just 50 attendees. Note that tickets will be purchased directly through our GiveButter platform to avoid unnecessary fees (no MindBody platform). Auction winners will be announced at the end of our Jam for Cam evening!
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08/11/2025
We are at it again!
Join the Heart Sangha, .journeys, + for an evening of live music, a tasty Cambodian meal, and a *silent live auction (*Sept 1-6th) in an effort to reach our 2025-2026 fundraising goal of $10,000+ for non-profit ABCs and Rice.
Tickets, sliding scale ($40, $60, $80, $100), can be purchased at your selected contribution price with 100% of all funds raised support ABCs and Rice to provide a holistic approach to education and community empowerment. This event is limited to just 50 attendees. Note that tickets will be purchased directly through our GiveButter platform to avoid unnecessary fees. Find the link in the bio! This is also where the auction will be hosted!
Can’t wait to connect at Heart’s event of the year!!
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We Are Community: Co-Creating a World of Compassion & Connection
The Heart Revival is a labor of love, made possible by a community of wide-awake hearts. Each of us plays our part to create safe space for deeper spiritual practice and the contribution to a culture of connected compassionate living. Join us to explore and unify through the transformative practices of meditation, yoga, writing, lean-in circles and countless other means of heart-to-heart gathering. All people of all experiences and backgrounds, seeking a deeply devotional practice and community, are most welcome.
Our community currently meets weekly online for live-streaming yoga & meditation AND at Heart for small in-person gatherings, classes & self-led practice (Urban Retreat)! Click around to learn about our class offerings (packages available), events, pre-recorded meditations, and printable practice resources within the free Community Library. More meditations available via our Meditation Membership ($5/ month).
Please note that during COVID19 times our center in St. Francis is used for small, physically-distanced gatherings (limit 6-8 students), self-led practice appointments (Urban Retreat, limit 3 students) and 1x1 support. We will stay agile in response to CDC guidelines and will therefore release a schedule of online and in-person offerings month by month. Learn more about our COVID19 Precautions HERE.
We invite you to come and discover that Yoga is not just a physical practice, but life itself. Yoga is belonging and you belong.
Our Heart-Centered Intentions:
May we align to our highest selves and know that we are divinely looked after by the universe.
May we welcome both beauty and pain with ease/flow and release all that no longer serves us (with utmost gentleness) so that we may open and create space for what is supportive & new.
As we willingly spread love to each other, may we understand that the more blessings we share, in and out of the center, the more miracles we receive.
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Under the guidance of founder Meg Lucks (E-RYT500, YACEP), The Heart Revival represents an all-levels, diverse family of practitioners on a love mission. Meg has been a practitioner of both Buddhist meditation and Yoga (Classical, Astanga, Yin, Adaptive, Prenatal) since the early 2000s. She has studied in the US and Internationally with teachers in both lineages. Meg humbly uses the gifts of ancient wisdom as a gateway into our own understanding of the treasure that is Yoga. In addition to supporting The Heart Revival mission, Meg Co-Directs the Healium Hot Yoga 200 Hour Teacher Training program, is a continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance and Birth Doula.
