Rishikesh Yoga Retreat with Komal Bhonagiri & Julia Jonson

November 8-16, 2025

Join Komal & Julia for 8 nights in the Yoga Capital of the World in the Himalayan foothills beside the Ganges River! This is a once-in-a-lifetime journey and destination yoga retreat in India!

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TBY Yoga Retreat in Italy!

June 14-20, 2026

Join Julia and Andrew for 6 nights in the quaint Tuscan countryside of Italy! 3 daily yoga classes, wine tasting, olive oil mill visit and tasting and fresh pasta cooking class, amazing chef-prepared breakfasts and dinners, and local tours to boot!

Overcoming Obstacles: A Weekend with Desirée Rumbaugh

Friday April 25 - Sunday April 27,2025

@ THE YOGA EFFECT, 1134 E. WASHINGTON STREET, GRAYSLAKE, IL 60030

We are excited to welcome back Desirée Rumbaugh for another weekend of joyful learning.  With over four decades of experience, her teaching goes beyond physical practice. She embodies the strength and resilience that yoga can bring, having used it to navigate personal tragedy and physical pain over the years, both in her body and mind.

Whether you’ve been practicing for years or you’re just starting out, Desirée will offer you powerful insights that go beyond the mat. Her teaching will help unlock your potential, guiding you toward a deeper understanding of yourself and your practice.

5,000 years ago, people faced many of the same challenges we're navigating today. Life has always been unpredictable, messy, and full of chaos. And that’s why practices like yoga were created—to help us find peace in the midst of it all.

Every obstacle we face presents an opportunity. These challenges teach us important life lessons and help us develop qualities like determination, patience, and adaptability. They force us to examine our beliefs, clarify what matters most to us, and approach problems in new, creative ways. Even though we would prefer an easier, smoother road, we all know that we grow stronger in facing life’s challenges.

In this workshop, we will explore yoga as a practice of flexibility and strength. When we think of yoga, we often picture poses that demand flexibility—but strength is at the core of it all. And isn’t that just like life? Those who are most vulnerable who lack inner and outer strength, are often the ones who suffer most—physically, emotionally, and mentally.

• Friday 6:00PM-8:30PM — Stronger: Hip Mobility and Lower Back Freedom
• Saturday 10:00AM-12:30PM — Power: Core Strength For Your Spine
• Saturday 2:00PM-4:30PM — Ignite: The Key to More Powerful Twists 
• Sunday 10:00AM-12:30PM — Everything, Everywhere, All At Once

The classes in this workshop are thoughtfully designed to build on each other, giving you a rich, comprehensive experience. Because of that, we’ll first open enrollment for the entire weekend, ensuring everyone can benefit fully. Starting April 1, single-session registration will become available for those who prefer to join for just one session.

Learn More About Desiree Rumbaugh

$250/WEEKEND OR $70/SESSION