Cami Codell
TRAUMA-INFORMED THERAPEUTIC YOGA SPECIALIST
about cami
Cami Codell, E-RYT became a certified Kripalu yoga teacher in 2017 and specializes in trauma-informed therapeutic yoga for pregnancy/postpartum, children/families, and mental health. She has taught & trained in various settings in North America, Europe, & Asia, including studios, schools, outpatient and residential psychiatric treatment, senior care facilities, and more. Cami’s aim is to lovingly support people’s total well-being using the practice of yoga, starting with our youngest generation.
what is trauma-informed yoga?
To learn more about trauma-informed yoga (TIY), how it differs from the yoga you may be used to practicing, and why it's Cami's approach, click here
group classes / events
Cami Codell, E-RYT became a certified Kripalu yoga teacher in 2017 and specializes in trauma-informed therapeutic yoga for pregnancy/postpartum, children/families, and mental health. She has taught & trained in various settings in North America, Europe, & Asia, including studios, schools, outpatient and residential psychiatric treatment, senior care facilities, and more. Cami’s aim is to lovingly support people’s total well-being using the practice of yoga, starting with our youngest generation.
weekly schedule
Baby & Me Yoga
When: Mondays,
4:15 - 5pm
Where: Grateful Yoga
Evanston, IL (in-person)
For ages 6 weeks to 12 months, unless your baby is an active walker, which is not recommended for this class. All parents are welcome. Class will be inclusive to all birth and parenting choices.
To register, visit
gratefulyoga.com
Prenatal Yoga
When: Mondays,
5:30 - 6:30pm
Where: Grateful Yoga
Evanston, IL (in-person)
Join a welcoming community of expectant parents in this group class tailored to meet the needs of your changing body. Learn relaxation and breathing techniques as well as strengthening and stretching practices to optimize your pregnancy and prepare for birth. All trimesters welcome.
To register, visit
gratefulyoga.com
Pre/Postnatal Yoga
When: Wednesdays,
5:30 - 6:30pm
Where: Evolution Yoga
Glenview, IL (in-person)
Join a welcoming community of expectant parents in this group class tailored to meet the needs of your changing body. Learn relaxation and breathing techniques as well as strengthening and stretching practices to optimize your pregnancy and prepare for birth. All trimesters welcome.
To register, evolutionyogaglenview.com
Morning Flow
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays,
7:30-8:30am
Where: Grateful Yoga
Evanston, IL or Zoom
This class features a new sequence of dynamic movement and yoga forms each week. The pattern is first taught slowly, then repeated as a flow (synchronized movement with the breath). This style of flowing practice emphasizes fluid and expressive movement at your tempo, rather than "keeping up" with a set pace.
To register, visit
gratefulyoga.com
When: Wednesdays,
4 - 4:30pm
Where: Online @
YogaMusicMama
This 30-minute movement break that will help your elementary aged (5-11) child transition from school to home in a healthy and mindful way! Through movement and interactive prompts, Cami will help ease your child into the rest of their evening through using age appropriate breath exercises, a bit of heavy work to keep their energy levels steady, and lots of laughing and encouragement.​
To register, visit
yogamusicmama.com
Gentle Yoga
When: Wednesdays,
11am-12pm
Where: Evolution Yoga
Glenview, IL or Zoom
Gentle yoga classes feature an exploration of mindfully-paced movement, breathing, and relaxation. These classes gently develop strength and length in the body and allow the student to connect with the breath, quiet the mind, and find a deep sense of calm. Gentle classes are appropriate for all levels of students.
To register, visit
evolutionyogaglenview.com
workshops and events
When: Thursday, November 27th
7:30 - 8:30am
Where: Grateful Yoga
1108 Davis St, Evanston IL​
or Online
Join us for this special class emphasizing a balance of strength building, stretching and mindfulness. This is a great way to get an invigorating and relaxing yoga practice in to prepare you for all the joy and chaos of Turkey Day. Appropriate for all levels of experience - join us in the studio or online!
When: Sunday, November 30th
3 - 3:45pm
Where: Grateful Yoga
1108 Davis St, Evanston IL
Practicing yoga as a family cultivates strong bonds and healthy relationship skills that last a lifetime. It's a great way to meet other like-minded families, build community, and make friends... plus, it’s fun!
This monthly workshop features playful yoga, dance, song, and family-friendly meditations supportive of early childhood development and family wellness. Activities, pacing and tolerance of mild chaos are geared towards active crawlers to 23 months, plus or minus.
When: Sunday, November 30th
4:15 - 5pm
Where: Grateful Yoga
1108 Davis St, Evanston IL
Practicing yoga as a family cultivates strong bonds and healthy relationship skills that last a lifetime. Plus, it’s fun!
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Join child/family yoga specialist Cami Codell for a fun, energized family yoga class suitable for ages 2-4 (and their grownups). We’ll sing songs, make silly noises, breathe, and learn toddler-friendly yoga poses. Then you can snuggle up together with a favorite stuffy for a cozy relaxation.
All are welcome. No previous yoga experience required. Class size limited to 8 kid/adult groups.
stay tuned for more!
testimonials
AMY P.
"Having the opportunity to participate in yoga with Cami has been a truly wonderful one. She is kind, matches energy well, and makes a point to find out what it is you really want from your practice and guide you in that discovery process. I have walked out of sessions and groups with her feeling renewed, centered, and grateful to have someone like Cami practicing and teaching yoga."
ROBIN A.
"It's a challenge for me to 'be present' and turn off the ticker tape of to do lists and other distractions. But Cami's sessions have enabled me to turn off that noise, and find a place of calm. From this place of calm, I feel empowered and have a deeper sense of clarity and purpose. And each time a session wraps up, I have this incredible high or sense of well being that carries me through the day. Thank you, Cami!"
CATHY K.
"Cami’s yoga sessions are both recharging and relaxing. She explains the deep meanings and benefits of yoga as she moves through the postures. Simple movements are presented with focus on form. Blissful!"
