Yoga Gardens

We are a Chicago based non-profit dedicated to aiding inner city communities through free yoga classes and organic gardening!

Our Mission:

Yoga Gardens NFP is a women founded not-for -profit organization which began in Chicago. Our goal is to aid and uplift children and young adults of impoverished Chicago neighborhoods. Through yoga, meditation and healthier food options we relieve stress and disease in areas where these difficulties are most prevalent. Yoga gardens NFP board members and trusties are professionals in

various fields, but are all yogi’s at heart. As yogi’s we collectivity believe that it is our responsibility to give back to our community, and Yoga Gardens makes it our mission to do so. What We Do:

We allocate vacant lots in developing residential areas, which often accumulate garbage, attract criminal activity, and ultimately become a burden on the residents. Yoga Garden’s transforms each lot into a thriving yoga & gardening community space. Our Board members assemble groups of local volunteers to participate in constructing and maintaining the lot. Hundreds of native plants such as bee and butterfly attracting flowers, trees and large shrubs will be embedded, and encompass the lot. Raised beds will be constructed for a fruit and vegetable garden, as well as a wooden deck for the teaching and practice of yoga. Together we transform the lot into a garden and yoga center for residents to use throughout the spring, summer and early fall.

07/31/2026

What happens when you bring Yoga Gardens to the beach?!
✨ COMMUNITY
✨ CONNECTION
✨ MOVEMENT
✨ LAUGHTER
✨ AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN! 🙌🏾
You at the Beach was everything we hoped it would be and MORE! From flowing through yoga with our toes in the sand 🧘🏾‍♀️🌊, to volleyball, games, delicious snacks, sunshine, and meaningful conversations with our amazing community speakers—we spent the day celebrating what happens when we come together.
There was something for everyone—a chance to move, play, learn, connect, relax, laugh, and simply enjoy being present with one another. 💛
At Yoga Gardens, we believe wellness is more than just what happens on the mat. It’s about community. It’s about creating safe spaces. It’s about sharing joy, supporting one another, and remembering that we don’t have to do this thing called life alone. 🌱✨
Thank you to everyone who showed up, participated, shared their energy, brought the good vibes, and helped make You at the Beach such a beautiful day! 🫶🏾
The sun was shining.
The music was playing.
The volleyball was flying. 🏐
The yoga was flowing. 🧘🏾‍♀️
The laughter was LOUD. 😂
And the community was CONNECTED. 💛
This is what Yoga Gardens is all about. 🌿
Come as you are. Connect. Move. Play. Grow. Belong.
And trust us… this is only the beginning! 🌊☀️🌱

07/21/2026

☀️🏖️🌊 YOGA GARDENS BEACH DAY IS HERE! 🌊🏖️
Come join us for a beautiful day of community, movement, connection, and FUN! 💛🌿
We’ll be bringing Yoga Gardens to the beach for a day filled with:
🧘🏾‍♀️ Yoga on the beach
🏐 Volleyball
🎲 Games & activities
🎁 Giveaways
🥤 Light snacks & refreshing drinks
🎤 Inspiring guest speakers
😂 Lots of laughter, fun, and good vibes!
Whether you’re coming to move your body, meet new people, relax by the water, play some games, or simply enjoy time with community—there’s a place for you here. 🌈💛
This is more than just a beach day. It’s a celebration of wellness, connection, community, and the beautiful people who make Yoga Gardens what it is. 🌱✨
Bring your friends, your family, your beach towel, and your good energy! We can’t wait to spend the day with you. 🏖️☀️🌊
Come for the yoga. Stay for the community. Leave with memories. 💛

06/03/2026

What a beautiful day at the gardens! 🌱☀️ Birds singing as we prepare for the 2026 season and get our hands back in the soil. The first plants are officially in the ground 🍅🫑🧅🥒🥕
Tomatoes, onions, collard greens, peppers, and so much more to come! Watching the gardens come back to life is such a beautiful reminder of growth, community, and nourishment. We’re so excited for everything this season will bring. 🌿 thanks you and for cleaning and preparing the Gardens before we have a
our volunteer clean up day 🤣💝🙏🏾🫶🏾

07/19/2025

The 2025 season has been a blessing! We’ve witnessed the growth of this grassroots movement, which is bringing more joy to our communities and our hearts. Thank you to all the volunteers, staff, donors, and community members for your support and encouragement. Let’s finish the season strong, Chicago! If you haven’t yet, come out to volunteer at the gardens, join a Beach Yoga Chicago class or send resources our way🙏🏾🫶🏾🙏🏾

02/01/2025

09/03/2024

Join us for a Celebration of Life! An evening to remember and celebrate the lives of those we have lost, missed, and loved. The event will include sound healing, meditation, free gifts, snacks, and more. Please bring a photo of your loved one ( if you like), a blanket, comfortable clothing, and a friend. This event is free, but you must sign up to attend.

06/18/2024

Address

Yoga Gardens 2722 W Lexington
Chicago, IL
60612

Website

http://www.yogagardens.org/

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