The Farms: Summer Yoga

Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday* in June, July and August from 9 to 10 a.m. on the Gatehouse Lawn.

Instructor Josie Heck with Yoga Off the Square will lead students through class strength poses perfect for all levels. Students are encouraged to bring their own mat; limited mats will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Registration is required here. Community classes are donation-based to help support the Park and public programs. Make your gift in-person or online.

Please print and sign the liability form and bring it with you to class.

*Dates: June, 3, 10, 17 and 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; and Aug. 5, 12, 19 and 26

If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email owarren@illinois.edu.

About the Instructor

Josie Heck began teaching in 2014 after receiving her 200-hour training through Amara Yoga & Arts and Yoga Alliance. Over the last decade she has expanded the range of classes to better serve the community. While she specializes in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow the most popular classes are Beginners Yoga, Chair Yoga, Kids classes, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Gentle Flow.

She teaches Community Yoga, Stretch ‘n Sip and Full Moon classes thru The Farms at Allerton Park and Retreat Center as well as providing free classes at Monticello Middle School and Monticello High School. Josie has also led classes at the local hospital and senior-assisted facilities.

About The Farms

The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, outdoor education, science, storytelling, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

Find the complete Summer Session schedule here.