New to Yoga? Try our Yoga Foundations Class ~ Mondays 6pm, Saturdays 10am
New to Yoga? Try our Yoga Foundations Class ~ Mondays 6pm, Saturdays 10am
Kara's long path to opening a Yoga Studio began in NYC with stints in International Comms, training at the International Center of Photography, and then working as a freelance photographer. Her fiancé convinced her to move to the Midwest (first Milwaukee and then to her beloved Chicago) and she eventually transitioned into Advertising where she found her stride and rose to Director of Project Management for a few Chicago agencies.
After being laid off in November 2022, Kara saw the moment as an invitation to realign her career with her lifelong passion: yoga. Leveraging her 18 years of organizational experience, her love of the practice, and enlisting a yoga studio consultant she opened Yodega—a dream rooted in years of dedication to both personal growth and community. Opening the studio in the Logan Square neighborhood, where she's lived since 2007 and raised 3 children, has resulted in the development of an absolutely beautiful community of neighbors and yogis. One of her greatest joys has been sharing the studio space with her daughter, Maya, who works alongside her.
Kara has been practicing yoga since 1998. Since moving to Chicago in 2005, she’s practiced in studios across the city, eventually earning her 200-Hour Yoga Alliance Teacher Training certification in March 2024. She strives to develop athletic sequences that challenge you to play with the body, mind & spirit puzzle. She loves incorporating inversions and arm balances and trying to surprise you with unusual poses. When she’s not at the studio, she's shuttling kids to soccer and volleyball, or maybe even off the grid, climbing mountains in Alaska.
Maria has been teaching yoga for over 20 years. She discovered yoga at a physically & mentally stressful time in her life and the effects on her health & wellness were so profound that she made it her vocation to teach. Maria infuses her classes with passion, creativity, and a spirit of playfulness and she sees every moment as an opportunity—to embrace life, to care for others, and to love without judgment. When not teaching yoga, you can find her at concerts, cooking for friends & family, and driving her vintage 1971 Buick Riviera around Southwest Mighigan.
Wellness has always been one of Sam's passions. At the University of Iowa, she fell in love with taking yoga classes and a few years later became a yoga instructor. Appreciating the community that group fitness brings, Sam has expanded her horizons unto all types of fitness and got her NASM-CPT coaching strength as well. Outside the gym, Sam hangs with her lifelong friends, loves to read, and is obsessed with her dog.
Caroline has a passion for mindful movement and the healing arts. She has been teaching since 2014 and enjoys both Vinyasa and restorative yoga styles. Caroline passionately believes that yoga is for every BODY. Her classes emphasize joyful movement, empowerment, and she encourages students to reconnect with their heart, mind, and body through focused breath and motion.
Rob has nearly 20 years of international yoga teaching experience, having taught extensively across Asia and Europe. With a strong focus on alignment and the body's biomechanics, he is trained in yoga therapy and has lived and worked in India. Rob emphasizes bringing balance and moderation to the body, guiding students toward creating positive changes in both their physical and energetic well-being.
Claire has been teaching Vinyasa & Yin styles of yoga as well as Yoga Nidra & mindfulness based meditation. Her goal is to hold a safe space for you to find your presence and your breath. Claire is an empathetic teacher and her classes are thoughtful and intentional in each movement. Join her in class to relieve stress, find lightness, and cultivate calm, steady energy.
Anna has been practicing yoga since 2011. She earned her 200 RYT (2021), Level 1 Restorative (2022), and continues to expand her movement knowledge in her own multi-discipline practice and working as a movement specialist. Expect a mixture of intentional holds and traditional flow, increasing your body awareness, leaning into the subtleties of postures through strength work, and some good rest.
For Philip, yoga is a well rounded approach to life that encourages self-discovery & expression. All of his life, Philip has been a mover & shaker. As a former professional dancer & teacher, he often incorporated yoga to more deeply understand the body, center the mind. Philip’s greatest joy as a teacher is witnessing others discover their inner light and experience profound fulfillment. Philip's classes foster strength, flexibility, balance; cultivating a present awareness and striving towards inner acceptance & peace while letting go & laughing a little.
Rachel found yoga as a high schooler in search of spirituality. As a dancer, yoga made sense in her body. In 2016, Rachel completed her Hatha-Vinyasa 200-hour RYT Yoga Teacher Training in Rishikesh, India, & in 2021, completed her 300-hour RYT. Her training & teaching honors the origins of yoga while also focusing on the current community of practitioners, & how to apply an inclusive, trauma-informed approach to foster a safe, healing yoga space for everyBODY. Also certified in Barre & Prenatal/Postpartum Yoga, she aspires to teach dynamic yoga classes that include Pranayama, Mantra, Asana & Meditation.
Sarah believes yoga can help us feel more connected to each other and the world around us. Her classes link breath and movement to create a meditative, balanced, vinyasa-style flow to get students out of their heads and into their bodies. Her goal is to help students feel grounded, energized, and aware during and after yoga practice. She earned her 200-hour certification with Yoga Flow SF and her 500-hour certification with Laura Burkhart in San Francisco.
Grace has loved practicing yoga since she was 4 years old- as soon as she could put the Yoga Kids cassette into her family’s VCR. As her practice deepened, she discovered yoga was far more than a fitness regimen: it was a lifestyle grounded in love, ritual, and community - a lifestyle she wanted to be a part of. She completed her 200HR TT
Grace has loved practicing yoga since she was 4 years old- as soon as she could put the Yoga Kids cassette into her family’s VCR. As her practice deepened, she discovered yoga was far more than a fitness regimen: it was a lifestyle grounded in love, ritual, and community - a lifestyle she wanted to be a part of. She completed her 200HR TT & Group Apprentice Program at Zen Yoga Garage. Grace is determined to include equitable, accessible, and trauma-informed approaches to her yoga teaching.
Flowers began practicing yoga during the COVID pandemic to relieve physical, mental, and spiritual stress. It soon grew into a passion and lifestyle, and his desire to help spread the knowledge and teachings lead him to become an instructor in 2023. He founded Blessa Yoga, focused on accessible and inclusive classes that build awareness a
Flowers began practicing yoga during the COVID pandemic to relieve physical, mental, and spiritual stress. It soon grew into a passion and lifestyle, and his desire to help spread the knowledge and teachings lead him to become an instructor in 2023. He founded Blessa Yoga, focused on accessible and inclusive classes that build awareness and presence through pranayama and creative flows. His teaching style combines traditional practices with an innovative teaching style.
Camilla recommitted to her yoga practice as an adult in search of a way to meditate while moving her body. As a student she gets excited about the philosophical side of yoga and as an instructor strives to foster space for everyone to get curious about their unique practices. Students can expect classes that emphasize personal autonomy, silliness, and self-reflection. Let’s explore together!
Beth, a 200-hour certified yoga teacher from Zen Yoga Garage, has practiced since 2009. She creates a warm, welcoming space rooted in yoga philosophy, meditation, and pranayama, with a focus on anatomy and nervous system regulation. Beth blends levity with practical tools, encouraging students to embrace challenges and build a practice th
Beth, a 200-hour certified yoga teacher from Zen Yoga Garage, has practiced since 2009. She creates a warm, welcoming space rooted in yoga philosophy, meditation, and pranayama, with a focus on anatomy and nervous system regulation. Beth blends levity with practical tools, encouraging students to embrace challenges and build a practice they love. Leading with compassion, she aims to leave students feeling better than when they arrived.
Lyric brings a passion for holistic healing and mind-body-soul connection to Yodega, along with a deep love for community. Since completing her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2023, her mission has been to hold space for students to explore their unique bodies and experiences through yoga—on and off the mat. Her classes weave in intuiti
Lyric brings a passion for holistic healing and mind-body-soul connection to Yodega, along with a deep love for community. Since completing her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2023, her mission has been to hold space for students to explore their unique bodies and experiences through yoga—on and off the mat. Her classes weave in intuitive movement, breathwork, eclectic music, and thoughtful themes to support emotional processing, mindful awareness, and whole-person wellness. Lighthearted yet intentional, Lyric’s teaching style honors each student’s individuality with kindness and compassion. Outside the studio, she’s a Holistic Wellness Coach with Whole Soul Society, and loves music, nature, shared meals, and hanging with her cat Galvatron.
Erik began practicing yoga in 2015 after a low back injury that left him, physically and mentally, at an all-time low. A good friend dragged him to a local yoga class, where after just 60 minutes of vinyasa, he felt more relief in body and soul than he ever had before. Within a few months, he was running, jumping, and singing again! Erik
Erik began practicing yoga in 2015 after a low back injury that left him, physically and mentally, at an all-time low. A good friend dragged him to a local yoga class, where after just 60 minutes of vinyasa, he felt more relief in body and soul than he ever had before. Within a few months, he was running, jumping, and singing again! Erik completed his 200hr teacher training through Inner Fire Yoga, in Madison, WI, and has since studied and taught Power Flow and Hatha Yoga in Wisconsin, New York City, and Florida. Erik is a recent Chicago transplant, and overjoyed to be back in the midwest! He can't wait to see you on the mat, and get to work!
Johanna came to Yoga to learn how to manage Anxiety in 1999. A few years later when an instructor didn't make it to class she offered to lead. Obtaining a 200 hour certification in traditional Ashtanga Yoga in 2011 helped focus her instruction. Since then Johanna has taught and practiced a wide variety of styles from Hatha to Yin to Vi
Johanna came to Yoga to learn how to manage Anxiety in 1999. A few years later when an instructor didn't make it to class she offered to lead. Obtaining a 200 hour certification in traditional Ashtanga Yoga in 2011 helped focus her instruction. Since then Johanna has taught and practiced a wide variety of styles from Hatha to Yin to Vinyasa inspired classes. She is also a Certified Wine Consultant and enjoys going to Brunch and spending time with her Niece.
Natalie came to yoga via meditation and mindfulness over 15 years ago. Throughout every season of life, yoga has been a source of grounding, spirituality and community for her. She recently obtained her 200HR Teacher Training at Zen Yoga Garage. She is committed to holding compassionate space for students of all levels to deepen their relationship to their bodies.
Sarah is a Physical Therapist Assistant and teacher who is well versed in leading various formats of classes that incorporate her deep understanding of functional, dynamic, and sustainable movement. She aims to hold space that prioritizes safety while allowing students the freedom to explore and not take themselves too seriously in doing
Sarah is a Physical Therapist Assistant and teacher who is well versed in leading various formats of classes that incorporate her deep understanding of functional, dynamic, and sustainable movement. She aims to hold space that prioritizes safety while allowing students the freedom to explore and not take themselves too seriously in doing so. Her love of movement, music, and laughter fosters an environment of learning, growth, and fun. Sarah is here to provide all with the chance to move well and feel strong!
Jill has been practicing yoga since 2011 and teaching for the past two years. Her approach is centered around helping students relax their nervous systems through gentle, intentional movement and breath. Jill believes that true healing happens when we feel grounded and supported—through community, mindful breathing, and compassionate guid
Jill has been practicing yoga since 2011 and teaching for the past two years. Her approach is centered around helping students relax their nervous systems through gentle, intentional movement and breath. Jill believes that true healing happens when we feel grounded and supported—through community, mindful breathing, and compassionate guidance. Her classes create a calm, welcoming space where you can slow down, connect inward, and feel truly held.
Born & raised in Logan Square, Maya is in the Visual Arts Conservatory at the Chicago High School for the Arts. In warm weather you'll find her playing tennis and during the winter she loves snowboarding. She brings her creative energy to our front of house and after hours she ensures the studio is in tip top shape!
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