When you train with Jim expect to sweat a little, breathe a lot, and leave with the mental clarity that defines yoga.

His classes incorporate functional movements, mobility exercises, breathwork, and meditation.

Jim originally took up yoga in 1997 as a way to help heal back pain, but soon after, discovered how the practice affects not only the body but also the mind and spirit. He began teaching in 2002 and co-founded Tejas Yoga in 2009. Jim is also a former college wrestler and holds a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

weekly classes

Monday

10:30am-11:30am all levels

Tuesday

7am-7:45am pranayama

9am-10am strength and mobility

4:30pm-5:15pm pranayama

Wednesday

10:30am all levels

Thursday

7am-7:45am pranayama

9am-10am strength and mobility

4:30pm-5:15pm pranayama

Friday

7am-8am strength and mobility

10:30am-11:30am all levels

All weekly classes are at Tejas Yoga located at 141 W Jackson Boulevard in downtown Chicago.

workshops

Chicago Workshops

See all of Jim's Chicago workshops at Tejas Yoga

Retreats

Yoga Retreat with Jim Bennitt in Greece!
Sept 22-29, 2024 - 1 Room left (contact ashley@jimbennitt.com for last available room)

At Aegialis Retreat and Spa in Amorgos, Greece

After visiting Amorgos in 2022 we immediately booked another week! Ask anyone that came with us the first time, this island is magical and you will never forget practicing and relaxing in the healing waters of the Aegean Sea!

What is Included

• 7 nights accommodation 

• Breakfast daily in buffet (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Dinner daily  (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Transfers upon arrival and departure on Amorgos (port-hotel-port)

• One 30' relaxing massage

• 10% discount on Face and Body treatments at Lalon Idor Spa

• Use of Lalon Idor Spa facilities (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, indoor seawater swimming pool, fitness center)

• Use of Yoga Shalas and Equipment

• Shala attendants 

• Disinfection and set up of the yoga shala(s) before and after practice

• Use of wireless internet

• Vat, City Tax

Meal and Yoga Practice Details

• A light pre-practice snack with coffee and tea followed by a 30 minute “empty stomach” yoga practice.

• A daily delicious breakfast buffet followed by a full morning practice.

• Free time to do as you wish! You can do a daily excursion, book a spa treatment or rest by the pool. Whatever you desire daily between classes!

• A late afternoon yoga practice to prepare you for a relaxing evening and restful sleep.

• Delicious Dinner!

• Ala carte snack and lunch can be purchased and added to your room change if you are on site and not exploring during your daily free time!

• Alcohol is available but will be extra and added to your room bill or paid with cash throughout the week.

  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten- free available when requested. We will collect dietary restriction before you depart for the trip.

Pricing/Room Options

Superior Double - 1 King or 2 Twin

• 1 person alone-  $2,300.00

• 2 people- $1,850.00 each

Exclusive Room- 1 King or 2 Twin

• 1 person alone -  $2,500.00

• 2 people -  $2,000.00 each

Junior Suite - 1 King and 2 Twins OR 4 Twins

• 1 person alone-  $3,450.00

• 2 poeple-  $2,400.00 each

• 3 people - $2,050.00 each

• 4 People - $1,800.00 each

Honeymoon Suite - 1 King and a Sofa Bed

• 1 person alone- $4,300.00

• 2 people - $2,900.00 each

Add Ons

There are a variety of excursions that we will all arrange before arriving in Greece. Aegialis will help organize some on arrival but large group activities must be arranged before arrival Prices vary depending on the excursions and size of the group and will be organized by the center upon arrival. Ashley will be in touch to schedule your activities for free time closer to the retreat date!

EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE

Travel to Amorgos

You will want to arrive in Athens, Santorini or another nearby island by the night of Sept 21st. Most students chose to travel before or after in Greece and catch the ferry from that location to Amorgos on the first day of the retreat. Please contact Ashley@jimbennitt.com if you have any questions regarding booking airfares or ferries to arrive at Katapola port on Sept 22 and leaving from Katapola on the 29th.

Ferry Schedules are HERE

Please contact ashley@jimbennitt.com for more information and to hold your spot! If you are interested in a roommate, we try our best to pair you up. Payment details are:

• $500 non-refundable deposit is due in order to hold your spot

• 50% of the remaining balance is due by Oct 1st, 2023

• Full remaining balance is due by Mar 1st,, 2024

If you would like to make monthly payments, Ashley can help set up a monthly payment plan for you at the time you complete your deposit.

Yoga Retreat with Jim Bennitt in Dominica
Feb 15-22 2025

At Jungle Bay Resort

What is Included

• 7 nights accommodation 

• Breakfast daily in buffet (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Brunch/Lunch daily in buffet (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Dinner daily  (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Transfers upon arrival and departure to and from Douglas Charles Airport (DOM)

• Use of Yoga Shalas and Equipment

• Vat, City Tax

Meal and Yoga Practice Details

• A light pre-practice snack with coffee and tea followed by a 30 minute “empty stomach” yoga practice.

• A daily delicious breakfast/lunch options followed by a full morning practice.

• Free time to do as you wish! You can do a daily excursion, book a spa treatment or rest by the pool. Whatever you desire daily between classes!

• A late afternoon yoga practice to prepare you for a relaxing evening and restful sleep.

• Delicious Dinner!

• Alcohol is available but will be extra and added to your room bill or paid with cash throughout the week.

  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten- free available when requested. We will collect dietary restriction before you depart for the trip.

Pricing/Room Options

Garden Villa Room - 1 King or 2 Twin

• 1 person alone-  $3700

• 2 people- $2900 each

Villa Room with Partial Ocean View- 1 King or 2 Twin

• 1 person alone -  $3950

• 2 people -  $3000 each

Villa Suite with Partial Ocean View - 1 King and 2 Twins OR 4 Twins

• 1 person alone-  $5300

• 2 poeple-  $3700 each

Add Ons

There are a variety of excursions and spa treatment that you can arrange with concierge when arriving in Dominica. Prices vary depending on the excursions and size of the group and will be organized by the center upon arrival. Ashley will be in touch to schedule your activities for free time closer to the retreat date!

EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE- Click here to see the options

Dominca is known for it’s incredible Diving!
And check out the Bamboo Spa!

Travel to Dominca

Jungle Bay is located on the southwest coast of Dominica above the village of Soufriere. Many flights will connect in MIA with a direct flight from MIA to Douglas Charles Airport via the capital of Roseau.

Please contact ashley@jimbennitt.com for more information and to hold your spot! If you are interested in a roommate, we try our best to pair you up. Payment details are:

• $500 non-refundable deposit is due in order to hold your spot

• 50% of the remaining balance is due by Oct 1st, 2024

• Full remaining balance is due by Jan 1st, 2025

If you would like to make monthly payments, Ashley can help set up a monthly payment plan for you at the time you complete your deposit.

Yoga Retreat with Jim Bennitt in The South of France
Two Separate Weeks: Oct 5-12, 2025 & Oct 12-19, 2025

At Domaine Madrona Farmhouse

What is Included

• 7 nights accommodation 

• Light Breakfast daily Coffee, Tea, nuts and fruits before practice (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Brunch/Lunch daily in buffet (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• Dinner daily 5 nights  (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options are provided upon request)

• 2 nights for Dinner we will travel to local Villages to eat out which will be additional

• Travel recommendations to arrive at Domaine Madrona.

• Olive Oil Tasting

• Use of Yoga Shalas and Equipment

• Vat, City Tax

Meal and Yoga Practice Details

• A light pre-practice snack with coffee and tea followed by a 30 minute “empty stomach” yoga practice.

• A daily delicious breakfast/lunch options followed by a full morning practice.

• Free time to do as you wish! You can do a daily excursion, book a spa treatment or rest by the pool. Whatever you desire daily between classes! Activities available will be shared closer to the travel dates.

• A late afternoon yoga practice to prepare you for a relaxing evening and restful sleep.

• Delicious Dinner! (Two Dinners not included to be eaten at local villages)

• Alcohol and Soft Drinks are available but will be extra and added to your room bill or paid with cash throughout the week.

  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten- free available when requested. We will collect dietary restriction before you depart for the trip.

Pricing/Room Options

Farmhouse Room - 1 King or 2 Twin Private Bath

• 1 person alone -  $3525

• 2 people -  $2775 each

Farmhouse Room with Terrace- 1 King or 2 Twin Private Bath

• 1 person alone-  $3625

• 2 poeple-  $2875 each

Farmhouse Apartment - 2 Rooms each with King Bed with 1 Shared Bath, Kitchen and Terrace.

• 1 person alone-  $5600

• 2 people- $3200 each

• 3 people- $2850 each

• 4 people- $2500 each

Farmhouse Loft - 6 Twins (Cannot be joined) perfect for roommates or family sharing the top floor of the Farmhouse

• 1 person alone -  $3600

• 2 people -  $2850 each

• 3 people - $2600 each

• 4 people - $2100 each

• 5 people - $1900 each

• 6 people - $1600 each

Add Ons

There are a variety of excursions and spa treatment that you can arrange with concierge when arriving in France. Prices vary depending on the excursions and size of the group and will be organized by the center upon arrival. Next to the Farmhouse is an Olive Farm, so Olive Oil tasting will be included in the trip for the entire group!

EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE- Ashley will Share Activity OPtions closer to the Departure for the Trip

Travel to Castelnou

You will all travel your own way to the Farmhouse. There are a variety of options and some folks will choose to Travel near France before and after the retreat. You can take a scenic drive, flight or train from either Paris (8 hr drive) or Barcelona (2 hour drive) to Perpignan. From Perpignan you can take a personal Taxi for about 25 -30 min to Domaine Madrona.

Please contact ashley@jimbennitt.com for more information and to hold your spot! If you are interested in a roommate, we try our best to pair you up. Payment details are:

• $500 non-refundable deposit is due in order to hold your spot

• 50% of the remaining balance is due by Nov 1st, 2024

• Full remaining balance is due by March 1st, 2025

If you would like to make monthly payments, Ashley can help set up a monthly payment plan for you at the time you complete your deposit.

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