Balanced Body Integrated Wellness
2569 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 ph: 773-252-9740 fax: 773-252-9746
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Our mission is to educate and help our patients achieve optimal health through multi-disciplinary approach. We integrate techniques of modern science, physiotherapy, and chiropractic medicine along with the ancient eastern art of healing through acupuncture and yoga. We are committed to providing you the most comprehensive and personalized care in a modern, tranquil setting.
Our Instructors
David Duerkop
David Duerkop was drawn to yoga and meditation studies as an antidote to his hectic days at the Chicago Board of Trade. He found that meditation and yoga calmed his mind and softened his heart. David is a Baptiste Associate instructor and has also completed the Yogaview teacher-training as well as a 100 hour teacher-training with Rusty Wells in San Francisco. He fells very blessed to be able to serve the many students he meets. David lives in Chicago with his long-term partner and favorite yogini Rachel, and their dog Libby
Rachel Kates
Rachel's yoga practice began in childhood when she and her big sister imitated the pictures in their mom's yoga book. She still thinks of yoga as time to play and connect. Her most influential teachers have been Rusty Wells, Erich Schiffmann, Tim Nowortya, Kim Wilcox, Scott Blossom, Geri Bleier, and Michael Watson. She is certified to teach Bhakti Urban Flow by Rusty Wells and vinyasa flow by the faculty of Yogaview. She has also studied the Alexander Technique, Thai Yoga Massage, and the Franklin Method. Rachel leads vigorous flow classes that foster peace of mind, calm, stamina, strength, and flexibility.
