FallDance 2011 on September 23rd!

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Eron

It’s that time again! We’re continuing the tradition of seasonal ritual dance experiences with a celebration of the onset of Autumn.

Joining us will be a trio of Dragons–Jude and Paul Ponton of Whispering Dragon, and Roman Delgado of ReikiDragon!  Jude and Paul will be creating a harmonic soundscape of eight gongs attuned to planetary frequencies, specially chosen for this seasonal transition, and Roman will be leading a Reiki drumming journey to guide participants in gathering personal strength and support as we move toward the Winter months.

We’ll follow these remarkable experiences with an opportunity to reflect, dance, create art, write, snack or meditate.

The event will be held on Friday, September 23, from 7:30-9pm at the Civetta Dance Space in Seattle: 124 N. 103rd Street, Seattle, WA 98133 [map].

The cost for this special session will be $15 per participant, and space is limited. Please contact us by e-mail or phone to learn more about the event and to save your place!

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Stalking the Wild Psoas with Liz Koch and Jami Sieber

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Eron

From November 18-20, 2011, Liz Koch will be teaching a 3-day workshop called “Stalking the Wild Psoas” in Seattle. Fantastic cellist Jami Sieber will also be participating, collaborating with Liz to create a dynamic movement and music experience.

This workshop, part of Liz Koch’s Core Awareness practice, is designed to work with, and awaken, the illiopsoas muscle group, which resides at the core of your body, from your spine, weaving through your hips to your legs–in other words, this muscle group is essential for mobility and for communication between your nervous system, core and legs!

Much more information can be found at Liz Koch’s website. This workshop also offers 18 hours of CE credits for bodyworkers.

We’ll be there, and invite you to participate with us!

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Upcoming Breema events in Seattle

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Eron

Please join us for upcoming Breema events in the Seattle area!

First, on September 28th from 7-8:30pm, Roxanne Caswell and Birthe Kaarsholm will be conducting a free Introduction to Breema class at the East West Bookshop, 6500 Roosevelt Way NE.

Then, on October 1st and 2nd, they will teach a 2-day Breema workshop at Studio M’illumino, 6921 Roosevelt Way NE. The cost for the workshop is $150 (or $125 if paid by September 19th). For bodyworkers, this class provides 10 hours of CE credits.

For more information about these events, or to register, please visit the Breema Center’s website.

We’ve also added the events to the calendar for easy reference.

Hope to see you there! :)

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Eron & Jena support Street Yoga!

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Eron

Street Yoga teaches yoga and mindful practices to youth and their caregivers who are struggling with poverty, homelessness, addiction, abuse and trauma.  For more information about their classes or how you can get involved, please visit their website.

On October 1st, 2011, we’ll be joining forces with Street Yoga for their Fall into Gratitude event in Seattle, with performances of dance and Martial Movement. There are many other events also planned for the evening, including dinner, an art show, auction and dance party, so it should be a lot of fun!

Seattle’s Fall into Gratitude will be held at Waid’s Haitian Restaurant, 1212 E. Jefferson Street, from 6-10pm. A full schedule of events for the evening is available at Street Yoga’s event page.

Special note: If you’re one of our students (or just want to get involved) please drop us an e-mail or ask Jena or Eron about it in class.

Whether you’re joining for the party, as a dance participant, or simply to show your support for Street Yoga, it promises to be a great evening…

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Sunday Afternoon Sounds with Narayan & Janet

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Eron

Our friends Narayan & Janet will be performing an event called Sunday Afternoon Sounds at Mosswood Hollow on September 4th, 2011, from 3-5:30pm.

We’ll be there, and hope you can join us! More information about the event can be found here.

You can also download a PDF document about this event that you can view, print out, or distribute!

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Friday and weekend class updates for August 12-14, 2011

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Eron

Some updates for this weekend, as we venture the wilds of Washington State…

Friday:

  • Contemplative dance at 8:30am is cancelled.
  • Jena’s Nia class at 9:30am will be taught by Mollia.
  • Jena’s Nia class at 6pm will be taught by Jennifer Lucero-Earle.

Sunday:

  • Jena’s Nia class at 9:30 am will be taught by Mollia.
  • Eron’s Martial Movement class at 6:30pm will be taught by… Eron! ;)

We hope you have a great weekend!

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Special Guest: Susan Tate on Sunday, 07/10

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Eron

While Jena is at Robin Bryant’s Improvisation workshop this weekend (07/10), Susan Tate will be guest teaching Jena’s Sunday Nia class at 9:30am.  We’ll miss our usual Sunday crowd, but Susan is a brilliant Nia teacher and we know you’ll have lots of fun!  :)

Eron will be continuing his usual Martial Movement class on Sunday at 6:30pm, and Jena will be back leading Breema Lab at 8:30am on Monday, following up with Nia at 9:30am.

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Improvisational Dance Workshops w/ Robin Bryant this Weekend

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Eron

There are still some open spots remaining for Robin Bryant’s improvisation workshops on July 9th & 10th at the Century Ballroom here in Seattle!

There are two classes, each with a different emphasis (Jena & I will be attending both). I’ve included Robin’s own descriptions of each session here:

July 9th, 9am-12:45pm: Dance as a Healing Art

Saturday’s workshop liberates spirit to create through the body. Focus is on inner dance, allowing restrictions to transform… enlivening one’s own unique way of moving.

July 10th, 9am-12:45pm: Dance as a Communication Art

Sunday’s workshop acts to increase the power of our outer dance. Emphasis is on clarity, ownership of movement, and connection with Life!

Additionally, here’s Robin’s description of the focus of her work:

My workshops are interactive, and complementary to all dance/movement forms, and created for the expansion of the human spirit in everyone.  They are adventurous, freeing, and deeply joyful, I am seeking all those with experience in any of the free forms of movement . . .  those who have studied any dance form . . .those who love Life! . . .  and equally for all those who have had no experience whatsoever.  Everyone is welcome!

Each class is from 9am-12:45pm: please arrive on time, as Robin will begin each session promptly at 9:15am.

Maximum enrollment in each class is limited to 20 people, so please register in advance by calling Robin at 541-488-9504, or by e-mailing robin.c.bryant@gmail.com.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Interview with Jena at New Spirit Journal

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Eron

Jena was recently interviewed by Krysta Gibson at New Spirit Journal, and spoke about Nia, Breema, Kinesthesis Martial Movement, and other opportunities to dance and move into presence!

You can check out all the interviews at New Spirit Journal by clicking this link, or listen to the MP3 file directly here.

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Special Offers from Jena through NiaNow

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Jena

I’m pleased to be able to offer you a discount on Nia clothing, music, and accessories purchased through NiaNow.com.  See my profile page on NiaNow for details.

While you’re there, click What I’m Wearing to see clothing I find especially attractive (such as the fold-over flare pants you can see to the right), and My Music Library to listen to music featured in my Nia classes.

Right now, you can get 40% off select items, and you can also help support your local Nia teacher!  :)

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