Life Skills Training in Chicago, IL

Come and join us and learn how to create you own Terrarium! You will learn how a terrarium works! How these self-contained ecosystems survive so well on their own and how to look after them. We will help you guys to get your hands in there and build your own! We will supply you with all the plants you need and an arrangement of pebbles and...

Are you afraid to speak in public? You're not alone. Don't let public speaking be an obstacle in your personal life or professional career. You will learn techniques to increase your speaking confidence whether in the workplace or in social situations. Learn to: Overcome your communication obstacles Confidently communicate your message to any...

Enjoy Chicago at these special time of day from the unique vantage point of the river. See how the city looks transformed when viewed from the river at sunset. See the sunset reflecting off the water and the downtown skyscrapers. No experience is needed for these 3-hour paddles. Dress for the weather. Please Note: $30 Materials Fee will be collected...

Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates, is a physical fitness method that seeks to develop controlled movement from a strong core. All group classes are mat classes and all LCDS instructors are Romana’s Authentic Pilates certified. Basic class recommended for students with no prior experience.

Intentional, heartfelt prayer brings about spiritual healing. It encompasses a living, breathing experience of Spirit. It draws you closer to the knowledge and knowing that your soul is in perpetual union with the Divine. Open up your energy field and heart to explore how healing can occur with grace for you in the present moment. Be led in prayer...

Join us as a team member from our education department leads you On a tour of all 63,000 square feet of Eataly Chicago.  Guests will stop and sample the wares from our Mozzarella Lab, Salumi & Formaggi counter, Fresh Pasta counter, Bakery, Produce department (we even have a vegetable butcher!), Gelato Bar, and Caffè Lavazza. In addition...

Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates, is a physical fitness method that seeks to develop controlled movement from a strong core. All group classes are mat classes and all LCDS instructors are Romana’s Authentic Pilates certified. Basic class recommended for students with no prior experience.

Have you ever wondered how the Tarot works or why? Or whether you could give a reading to a friend and watch it come true? The Tarot is a very old Spiritual Tool, and since we are "Spirits Having a Human experience" we all possess the ability to learn how to use it.  In the course of this class, an introduction to Tarot, you will find out about...

Creating and enjoying a bird oasis connects us to nature and helps sustain bird populations. A small Chicago bird garden is showcased to illustrate how to attract more than 100 bird species.  Tips include landscape enhancements, practices, and plant selection, with an emphasis on natives/nativars. Learn about migration, species diversity, habitat,...

Join Thomas John, a psychic medium who is internationally regarded as a psychic sensation for an insightful and lively night with readings from Spirit. Whether you or someone else receive a message, it is awesome to witness John channeling and delivering messages from spirits from the other side.  Spirit will guide John to give messages to some...

Bon, the ancient pre-Buddhist religion of Tibet, is still practiced today, with a rapidly growing number of people who are part of its path to liberation. Bon includes teachings and practices applicable to all parts of life, including your relationship with the elemental qualities of nature, ethical and moral behavior, and the development of love,...

The American Heart Association's Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support course is totally redesigned for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the resuscitation of a patient, whether in or out of hospital.  Through the ACLS course, providers will enhance their skills in the treatment of the adult victim of a cardiac arrest or...

Expecting twins? Our twins classes will prepare you for everything you need to know BEFORE the twins arrive (including what you need to buy!) and AFTER the twins arrive through their first 6 months of life. It’s the perfect way to get ready to bring home your dynamic duo! The class is taught over two evenings. Day 1 covers preparing for your twins’...

The puppies will learn the following skills: sit, down, stand, leave it, take it, drop it, heel, polite greetings, and as well as a few fun tricks.  This is Chicago's only fully off leash puppy class. We focus on teaching basic manners, as well as handling, socialization, and how to combat common puppy behavior problems. Each student receives...

The Adult Beginner session is a monthly (4-week) class session offered twice a week where the participants can attend either or both of the sessions. Each week a new skill is offered that builds on the previous week and at the end of the month the participants are familiar with the basic rules of the game, scoring and use of the electronic scoring...