Karma Collective Yoga

- 742 12th St, Wilmette, IL 60091

Introduction / Overview

For Illinois residents seeking more than just a workout, Karma Collective Yoga in Wilmette offers a vibrant, community-focused, and deeply enriching experience. This is a special

Yoga studio

Identifies as Indigenous-owned

Identifies as women-owned

At the heart of the studio is the philosophy of empowering both the students and the teachers. The atmosphere is consistently described as calming, with a positive, uplifting energy. Led by founder Kristin Andrews, a dedicated student and teacher of yoga for decades, the instruction is highly praised for its welcoming vibe and the ability to make classes accessible, challenging, and suitable for all levels. Whether your goal is to sweat, build stamina, alleviate stress, or simply ground yourself, Karma Collective is designed to leave you feeling stronger, calmer, and better than when you walked in, making it a true highlight of the week for many in the Wilmette and Chicagoland area.

Location and Accessibility

Karma Collective Yoga is conveniently located in the lovely suburban North Shore town of Wilmette, Illinois, providing a peaceful yet accessible retreat for practitioners traveling from Evanston, Skokie, and other nearby Illinois towns. The studio’s physical address is:

742 12th St, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA

The location on 12th Street offers ease of access, often with convenient street parking readily available in the neighborhood. The studio also provides practical accessibility features for all community members, including a

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Restroom

Credit cards

Debit cards

Online classes

Outdoor services

Onsite services

Services Offered

Karma Collective Yoga offers a diverse menu of yoga and wellness services to meet the varying needs of the Illinois community, from those seeking a vigorous workout to those craving deep rest. The class structure is flexible, designed to provide high-quality instruction in multiple formats.

• Hot Yoga Flow: A signature 60-75 minute class practiced in a heated room (95-98 degrees). This class emphasizes core strength, balance, and detoxification through sweating, suitable for both beginners and long-time practitioners.
• All Levels Flow (Not Hot): A flowing, dynamic Vinyasa sequence designed to promote strength, flexibility, stamina, and clarity. Modifications are always offered to accommodate all experience levels.
• Group Lessons: The core offering of the studio, featuring a rotating schedule of diverse styles such as Vinyasa, Gentle Yoga, and specialized workshops, ensuring the practice remains diverse and engaging.
• Private Lessons:

  One-on-one sessions

  with a dedicated instructor for personalized guidance, focusing on specific goals, injury management, or deepening understanding of complex poses.
• Specialized Offerings: Classes such as meditation, breathwork (

  Pranayama

  ), Yoga Nidra for deep rest, and specialized bodywork sessions (like Shiatsu/Thai Yoga Bodywork) are often available through the collective’s expert teachers.
• Hybrid Practice Options: Clients can choose to participate through

  Onsite services

  in the calming studio, via

  Online classes

  (live-streamed via platforms like Zoom), or through seasonal

  Outdoor services

  .

Features / Highlights

What makes Karma Collective Yoga a cherished wellness hub for the Illinois North Shore community are the key features that define its unique culture and quality of service.

• Community-Focused Business Model: The studio operates on a unique collective model, empowering high-quality instructors to build their own community and offering full autonomy over their classes, which translates into passionate, dedicated teaching.
• Experienced and Welcoming Founder: Kristin Andrews, the founder, is an acclaimed instructor with extensive training in Hatha Yoga, Shiatsu/Thai Yoga Bodywork, and a teaching history spanning nearly two decades, known for her

  great vibe

  and ability to meet students where they are.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: The studio proudly identifies as both

  Indigenous-owned

  and

  women-owned

  , offering an intentionally supportive and inclusive space.
• Customizable Intensity: Instructors excel at giving modifications and variations, allowing students to

  make the class as challenging as you want

  , ensuring a personalized and effective workout every time.
• Holistic Wellness Focus: Beyond physical poses, the studio emphasizes the mental and emotional benefits of yoga, helping students relax,

  ground yourself

  , and leave feeling calmer and better than when they arrived.
• High-Quality Studio Environment: The facility offers a large, beautiful space over 1,000 square feet, often featuring elements like heated rooms for hot yoga and a calming ambiance.

Contact Information

Illinois residents ready to find strength and serenity on their mat are encouraged to connect with Karma Collective Yoga:

Address: 742 12th St, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA

Contact methods are generally handled via the studio's website or booking system; prospective clients can search for "Karma Collective Yoga Wilmette" to find current phone and email details for booking.

Phone:

The studio's primary contact for bookings and schedule inquiries is often via online channels, please search for Karma Collective Yoga Wilmette for direct phone communication.

What is worth choosing

For Illinois residents seeking an authentic, community-driven, and high-quality yoga experience, Karma Collective Yoga is the clear choice. What makes it particularly worthwhile is the deeply positive energy and the caliber of instruction. Unlike impersonal gym-based yoga, this studio ensures a true, transformative practice that extends beyond the physical mat.

Choosing Karma Collective means supporting a local,

women- and Indigenous-owned business

sweat

Karma Collective Yoga

742 12th St, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA