After practicing meditation and yoga for over two decades & with 20 years of retail, running a yoga and wellness studio in partnership with Well Studios Chicago was my natural next step. Thank You for welcoming me so warmly to your community.
Charlene Vickery has a 20+ year personal yoga practice and studied the work of Angeles Arriens who taught the Native American medicine wheel of the four directions and how they carry resources for creating and leading an authentic life.Charlene actively offers lightwork, Reiki & Massage. Judi has been leading 200hr teacher training for many years.
Charlene Vickery has a 20+ year personal yoga practice and studied the work of Angeles Arriens who taught the Native American medicine wheel of the four directions and how they carry resources for creating and leading an authentic life.Charlene actively offers lightwork, Reiki & Massage. Judi has been leading 200hr teacher training for many years.
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Focus Om Yoga and Wellness nurtures you to live a healthy & fulfilling life. Wellness is more than being free from illness: it's a process of change and growth towards an emotionally & physically healthy lifestyle. We aren't just a yoga studio, we offer exceptional services, treatments, and classes at accessible price points without sacrificing comfort.
For nearly 15 years, Focus Om has offered wellness treatments such as Massage, Reiki and Ayurvedic facials. And while our wellness offerings remain the same, the way we offer them looks a little different. Choose to purchase a one time treatment or choose our Wellness Membership (formerly The Rituals Membership) and take a class and schedule a treatment of your choice when it's right for you.
Seeking Wellness has never been more accessible. With our $69 Focus Om Massage Membership, you can choose one massage of your choice per month. Our Hassle free month-to-month membership can be cancelled at any time, no questions asked. As a perk, we'll even throw in 2 classes. You read that right. One massage and two classes a month for $69.
At Focus Om we are committed to offering experiences to take you deeper into your practice. Through workshops and sacred ceremony, you are guided on a journey to remember a deeper truth, and ultimately find deep joy in who you are, just as you are. Movement workshops offer the opportunity to dive deeply into a subject.
From a foundation steeped in traditional hatha yoga, FocusOm teacher trainings integrate our unique emphasis on ritual work and journey experiences with alignment and breath based practices.
Through the study of classic texts and immersion in the rhythms of nature, our Yoga Alliance Certified Lead Instructor Judi Harvin will teach you to process the world around you with expanded awareness, so that you honor and express the authentic roots of yoga while tapping into your own unique source of creation.The Yoga Sutras, The Bhagavad Gita, The Upanishads and Shamanism tools live as wisdom to help inform our actions in this world.
Through the study of classic texts and immersion in the rhythms of nature, our Yoga Alliance Certified Lead Instructor Judi Harvin will teach you to process the world around you with expanded awareness, so that you honor and express the authentic roots of yoga while tapping into your own unique source of creation.The Yoga Sutras, The Bhagavad Gita, The Upanishads and Shamanism tools live as wisdom to help inform our actions in this world.
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Barbara LoCicero
Feb 05, 2022
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Sheila Mulvey
Feb 04, 2022
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Margaret Rehayem
Jan 31, 2021
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Monika F.
Aug 14, 2020
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Melodie L.
Jun 15, 2019
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Yesterday I had my first healing session with Charlene. Before I was even on the table, as we did a check in and intake together, I could already feel the energy in the room becoming sacred space. I went in hoping the session would help me create some breathing room within, as my nervous system has been highly activated and bombarded from a traumatic surgery experience I underwent recently.
Going into the session I felt so much heaviness, energies that felt like crippling depression, PTSD symptoms, fight or flight anxiety, high emotions, constriction in my chest, abdomen, and throat, as well
Going into the session I felt so much heaviness, energies that felt like crippling depression, PTSD symptoms, fight or flight anxiety, high emotions, constriction in my chest, abdomen, and throat, as well
Wendy D.
Jun 15, 2019
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We need to take care of our mind and our body, constantly feeding both with air, water, nutrition, and good energy. Sometimes we forget about the energies that pass through our body, like stress, fatigue, shock due to trauma or surgery, etc.
If you haven't experienced an energetic healing massage, I highly recommend Charlene Vickery. She has helped me with handling stress and the shock to my body of recent surgery.
You know when someone is passionate about what they do. There's no hiding it, it just comes through in their work. Charlene is thoughtful, enlightening, and seriously
If you haven't experienced an energetic healing massage, I highly recommend Charlene Vickery. She has helped me with handling stress and the shock to my body of recent surgery.
You know when someone is passionate about what they do. There's no hiding it, it just comes through in their work. Charlene is thoughtful, enlightening, and seriously
Dan Rasich
Jun 04, 2019
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Beautiful studio with beautiful staff! I did a medatation and a cranial sacral class with Char and her energy is powerful! I left like I was floating on a cloud. The vibe table that is offered is a one of a kind Experience that I have enjoyed many times! It puts me into the best and deepest Medatation’s ever faster! Thank you to all the beautiful staff dishing up love on a daily basis!
Wendy P.
Dec 16, 2018
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What a wonderful place! I feel like I have found "my tribe".
I had dabbled a small bit in yoga sometime ago, but never stuck with it for one reason or another. Achey joints, stress, stiffness and elevated blood pressure convinced me to give it one more try. Even my doctor was on board!
I'm so glad I tried FocusOm. Right from the beginning, I felt welcome and accepted. It truly is a judgement free studio. My first teacher, Freya, was so inclusive and supportive, offering modifications of the poses if needed. The class members were friendly, too, and all different ages, shapes and
I had dabbled a small bit in yoga sometime ago, but never stuck with it for one reason or another. Achey joints, stress, stiffness and elevated blood pressure convinced me to give it one more try. Even my doctor was on board!
I'm so glad I tried FocusOm. Right from the beginning, I felt welcome and accepted. It truly is a judgement free studio. My first teacher, Freya, was so inclusive and supportive, offering modifications of the poses if needed. The class members were friendly, too, and all different ages, shapes and
Noha Thabet
Dec 05, 2018
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Avoid! Bought a groupon for 5 yoga classes at this facility, after I have attended one class they refused to admit me for the second class, and told me it was an administrative error to accept my groupon as payment! That was after a 30 minute drive to the facility which is not cool. Never going again
Kyle Perfect
Jul 14, 2017
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Demetrius K.
Jan 11, 2017
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My girlfriend and I have been going to Focus for several years. Classes can be anything from easy to challenging. I like the no frills atmosphere here. It is all about 75 minutes of freeing your mind and focus on the cues and leaving the to do list at the door. Classes are well attended and we always feel refreshed when we leave.
Jaclyn M.
Jul 11, 2016
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Ali B.
Feb 19, 2015
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Wonderful yoga studio! Very friendly and warm. Excellent teachers who really care about their students and the practice of yoga. I took class with Brielle, she was very helpful and offered adjustments for everyone in class. Their membership is the best deal in town I was so excited to have found such value!
Trisha K.
Jun 02, 2014
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I am so happy to have found Focus yoga. I had never giving yoga a fair chance, even when I owned a fitness studio that led a few yoga classes. After a life changing accident, I was encouraged by my physical therapist to give it a few weeks of commitment and I would feel miracles. I tried classes at 6 different studios with a bit of ambivalence before I tried Focus, which I discovered almost literally in my back yard. I knew what my PT meant by feeling miracles within a few classes. I immediately felt my self consciousness disappear when Judi asked everyone what they wanted to work on, and how
Suzanne B.
Jan 24, 2014
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I admit I've never been to a yoga studio before, and went for one of their special sessions called Gong Bath. With that, you lie on the floor and let the vibrations of the gongs clear your negative energies. I liked that they had mats, bolsters and blankets set up for our comfort. The staff was friendly and explained the process of Gong Bath before beginning. The place was nice and clean, with spots to hang coats and put shoes. The owner locked the doors once the class arrived.
I am taking star away because it became very cold during the class without the heat running. I think this wouldn
I am taking star away because it became very cold during the class without the heat running. I think this wouldn
Deb S.
Jun 24, 2012
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First, know this is a YOGA STUDIO, not a gym that has yoga classes! That being said...
There are mats, bolsters, blocks, and straps to use if you are a beginner and not sure you want to buy your own. (Don't worry. I find everything to be very clean there). If you are more advanced, still consider the basic classes as an option to brush up on skills. All the instructors I have taken have suggested ways to advance poses as well make them easier for beginners.
The advanced classes are definitely challenging, but in a good way. There is often a "yoga theory" component to them that
There are mats, bolsters, blocks, and straps to use if you are a beginner and not sure you want to buy your own. (Don't worry. I find everything to be very clean there). If you are more advanced, still consider the basic classes as an option to brush up on skills. All the instructors I have taken have suggested ways to advance poses as well make them easier for beginners.
The advanced classes are definitely challenging, but in a good way. There is often a "yoga theory" component to them that
Nat K.
May 18, 2012
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Focus Yoga is great! I absolutely love this studio. Focus offers many classes with different skill levels. There are also workshops for children and teenagers, along with specialty workshops involving aromatherapy, philosophy, and other specific types of yoga.
For the most part, Focus's yoga focus (pun fully intended) is Hatha yoga, but they do delve into Iyengar yoga, and sometimes Bikram yoga (until we complain about the heat!). Every instructor is different, but that's what draws me to the studio. For example, Anne is an excellent basics instructor because she tells her students where
For the most part, Focus's yoga focus (pun fully intended) is Hatha yoga, but they do delve into Iyengar yoga, and sometimes Bikram yoga (until we complain about the heat!). Every instructor is different, but that's what draws me to the studio. For example, Anne is an excellent basics instructor because she tells her students where
Jessica M.
Jan 23, 2012
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I, too, bought the Groupon. As a first time yogi, I didn't quite know what to expect. I really enjoy classes with Kim and will continue to come back. I love that it's a local neighborhood place.
I've taken the beginner and intermediate classes. They pay special attention to individual needs and really have passion for what they do. All ages, all types, all sizes... it's great!
Tip: Cash or checks only, though.
I've taken the beginner and intermediate classes. They pay special attention to individual needs and really have passion for what they do. All ages, all types, all sizes... it's great!
Tip: Cash or checks only, though.
Lisa H.
Sep 23, 2011
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I bought the Groupon they offered awhile back because I had not been in due to procrastination. I have attended with 4 different teachers who are all very different but I like them because of that. They offer many workshops and special sessions I am currently taking one now and really like it.
I appreciate that people are different levels of practice, body shapes, age and gender and the instructors embrace it better here then I have seen before. Most people in my experience are not super athletic looking bikinis bodies and I appreciate not having to put myself in a room full of them to judge
I appreciate that people are different levels of practice, body shapes, age and gender and the instructors embrace it better here then I have seen before. Most people in my experience are not super athletic looking bikinis bodies and I appreciate not having to put myself in a room full of them to judge
