Events & Retreats
TBY Yoga Retreat in Italy!
June 14-20, 2026
Join Julia and Andrew for 6 nights in the quaint Tuscan countryside of Italy! Daily yoga classes (beginner-friendly!), wine tasting, olive oil mill visit and tasting, amazing chef-prepared breakfasts and dinners, and enjoy the wonder of Italy with several local tours!
Email [email protected] for more info. or to receive a recording of our info session. Spots are filling up fast!
The Ethics of Being a Yoga Teacher & a Yoga Student with Prasad Rangnekar
Saturday January 3, 2026
12:00PM - 2:00PM @ THE YOGA EFFECT: 1134 E. WASHINGTON STREET, GRAYSLAKE, IL 60030
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Putting studentship first is essential. In an ancient tradition with vast roots, multiple modalities, and profound ideals, being a yoga student is not a phase—it is a lifelong path. This workshop invites current yoga teachers and teacher trainees to reflect on what it truly means to teach while remaining deeply rooted in learning.
As teachers, we walk a delicate line: honoring tradition while making yoga accessible to many kinds of students; offering guidance without ego; serving without attachment to outcomes. Ethical teaching arises from a steady commitment to one’s own inner work—cultivating patience with oneself, staying disciplined in practices that open the heart and calm the mind, remaining well-studied, and learning to let go of the fruits of one’s work. These inner qualities are not acquired quickly; they are shaped through time, sincerity, and continued studentship.
Through dialogue, reflection, and lived wisdom, this workshop explores how to teach yoga with integrity—without losing depth, humility, or devotion to the path. It is an offering for those who wish to teach not just techniques, but yoga as a way of being.
About Prasad
Prasad Rangnekar is an E-RYT 500 yoga educator and Yogic mindset mentor based in Mumbai, India, with over 30 years of teaching experience worldwide. He teaches yoga as a science of mind, body, and life transformation, emphasizing yoga beyond postures—as a process of inner freedom and self-realization.
Founder-Director of Yogaprasad Institute, Prasad conducts teacher trainings, mentorships, retreats, and workshops rooted in the traditional wisdom of yoga. Deeply shaped by lifelong study, silence (mauna), and guidance from his Guru, he often says he has nothing new to offer—only what has been lovingly handed down to him by his teachers and lineage.
With humility, clarity, and the attitude of a perpetual student, Prasad continues to learn from life itself—and shares that learning to inspire ethical, grounded, and heartfelt teaching.
$40
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Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday January 19, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Surya Namaskar Immersion with Anitha Bellary
Sunday January 18, 2026
3:00PM - 5:30PM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) are a sequence of yoga poses traditionally performed at sunrise to celebrate the sun and is a complete sadhana (practice). This invigorating workshop integrates the physical, energetic, and emotional aspects of our being – allowing us to awaken our inner radiance and vitality.
Join us to master your skills of this foundational sequence that is widely-known across the yoga community. You’ll build strength, flexibility, and focus through an accessible, 12-step sequence with breath-linked movement. In addition, mantra chanting will be integrated into each step. A mantra is a sacred word, sound, or phrase that is recited to focus the mind and help cultivate a positive mindset.
To foster at-home practice and continued learning, students will receive a digital copy of the sequence as well as an audio file of the mantra chant and meanings after the workshop concludes.
$50
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Self-Myofascial Release (The Roll Model Method®) and Restorative Yoga with Carole Edmark
Friday January 23, 2026
5:30PM - 7:30PM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
Join Carole Edmark as she shares her knowledge on how to take care of your body with self-myofascial release (SMR). Carole brings deep knowledge of this space and has studied with Jill Miller, the co-founder of Tune Up Fitness and author of self-myofascial relief books such as The Roll Model Method ®. This workshop is perfect for those looking to enhance their self-care routine in the new year!
Discovering the magic of self-care, students will learn the basics of self-myofascial release and practices to increase mobility, reduce stress, transform pain, and build body awareness. This workshop will utilize therapy balls for a full body self-massage as well as to aid in pranayama practice. This experience concludes with restorative yoga poses culminating in a long and deeply relaxing savasana.
$35
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Abhyanga: The Art of Ayurvedic Self-Healing with Vaidya Swati
Saturday January 31, 2026
1:30PM - 4:30PM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
Join Vaidya Swati Jadhav – Ayurvedic Physician, Educator, and Founder of HemaVeda – to learn the ancient practice of abhyanga. Experience the ritual of warm oil self-massage, a deeply grounding and detoxifying practice that calms the nervous system, nourishes the skin and tissues, and supports the body’s natural healing rhythm.
This workshop will teach you how to integrate Abhyanga into your daily or weekly routine for enhanced vitality, stress relief, and holistic health. All participants will receive a handout with Abhyanga steps, Dosha chart & oil guide.
What You’ll Learn:
- The science behind Abhyanga: Why and how it works
- Tailoring oils and massage styles to your Dosha (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
- Step-by-step guided self-Abhyanga practice
- Understanding Marma points and energetic touch
- How Abhyanga supports lymphatic flow, immunity, and mental clarity
- When to avoid Abhyanga (contraindications)
- Seasonal and age-appropriate modifications
Plan to wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a towel and water bottle. Students are encouraged to bring a notebook (optional).
Open to all levels and no prior experience needed. Ideal for yogis, wellness seekers, healers, and anyone desiring deeper self-care practices.
$130
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Yoga Bhava: Stillness, Action, and Right Attitude with Gabriel Halpern
Friday February 6, 2026
5:30PM - 7:00PM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Join Gabriel Halpern to explore the Bhagavad Gita, a foundational text in yoga philosophy. In chapter 6, the Bhagavad Gita compares and evaluates the difference between the practice of spirituality while performing worldly duties and the practice of spirituality in a renounced mindset. Gabriel will explain why action is more practical than renunciation and why it is better suited to Western students and our cultural dynamic. Work done with devotion purifies the mind, and the tranquility of meditation becomes the primary means of elevation to self-realization.
Gabriel Halpern is a longtime Iyengar yoga teacher, mentor, and dharma speaker known for inspiring students to live with greater meaning, integrity, and purpose. With over 55 years of dedicated study and practice, and direct influence from B.K.S. Iyengar, Gabriel weaves yoga as science, art, and spiritual discipline into teachings that move people from insight to action. Founder of the Yoga Circle in Chicago, he is widely respected for his depth, clarity, and ability to translate yogic wisdom into everyday life. Named among the Most Influential Yoga Teachers by Yoga Journal and Sonima, Gabriel is especially celebrated for his dharma talks, which challenge, uplift, and awaken a lifelong commitment to conscious living.
For participants joining remotely, a Zoom link will be sent 3 hours before the workshop. Also, to help students reflect on the experience, all participants (including in-person attendees) will receive a recording of the workshop, which will be available for 30 days after the event ends.
*Community Discount Extended*
To help yoga education impact more people within our community, TBY Yoga has extended special, community discounted pricing for this lecture workshop. This highlights our commitment to increasing access to yoga education, and we hope that students take advantage of this pricing to expand their yoga knowledge. Given this discount, please note that this workshop is not valid for additional discounts.
$35/PERSON
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Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday February 9, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Yoga Beyond Postures: Cultivating Contentment with Julia Jonson
Saturday February 14, 2026
2:00PM - 4:00PM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Santosha comes from being at peace with ourselves and not striving to be someone else. We can teach ourselves to accept life without constantly wishing for something different.
Also known as contentment, santosha is one of the key tenets of yoga—it is a mindset that can be cultivated through mindfulness, gratitude, and acceptance. We can develop a more profound sense of contentment and peace by shifting our perspective and focusing on the present moment through faith and hope.
Contentment, or santosha, is a practice that deepens with time and effort. In this workshop, students will learn how to accept “external” circumstances, embrace self-compassion in daily life, be patient and gentle with themselves during challenging moments, avoid harsh self-criticism, and more.
This is a lecture-based format with a question-and-answer session. Students can attend either Livestream or in person. All students will receive the recording to view for 30 days. Class notes will be included.
$45
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Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday March 16, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
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The “Stress Fix”: Stimulating the Vagus Nerve with Anitha Bellary
Sunday March 29, 2026
4:00PM - 6:30PM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
The vagus nerve is a key link to stress because it controls the body's "rest and digest" mode. Over time, stress can weaken vagal tone, making it harder for the body to return to a calm state after a stressful event, and a malfunctioning vagus nerve is linked to anxiety, depression, and other conditions. Conversely, strengthening the vagus nerve and increasing vagal tone can improve stress management and emotional regulation.
Join Anitha Bellary to build foundational knowledge on the vagus nerve and learn practices to increase vagal tone! For yoga teachers and wellness educators, this workshop is a great opportunity to grow your understanding of a fast-emerging topic in the health space. For yoga students, this workshop will teach you skills you’ll be able to apply at home as a part of your personal practice.
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Understand the role the vagus nerve plays in stress regulation
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Understand key terms and concepts as they relate to the vagus nerve
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Learn, practice techniques for improving vagal tone
This workshop is open to all levels of students; no prior knowledge is required.
$50/PERSON
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Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday April 13, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday May 18, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday July 13, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday August 10, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday September 14, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday October 12, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
Monthly Pranayama Tune Up with Julia Jonson
Monday November 16, 2026
10:00AM - 11:30AM @ TBY YOGA: 1590 S. MILWAUKEE AVE, STE. 223, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048
LIVESTREAM OPTION AVAILABLE BY EMAILING [email protected]. RECORDING AVAILABLE FOR 30 DAYS.
Breathe life back into your practice and leave feeling renewed. We can’t wait to guide you on this empowering journey of breath and mindfulness!
This workshop is good for all levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner. It’s a fantastic opportunity to refresh your practice, deepen your connection with your breath, and leave you feeling centered, re-energized, and more attuned to your body.
What we’ll explore:
- Stress management and relaxation
- Emotional balance and calmness
- A deeper connection to your body and breath
- Improved focus and clarity of mind
- Enhanced physical health and lung capacity
$32/SESSION
Register Here
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