“I embrace life in its absolute fullness.” – Unknown
Happy May! This is one of my favorite months of year. I can’t actually pinpoint why, it could be because it’s my mother’s birth month, the flowers are blooming, or because the end of the academic year is fast approaching (I work at UW)! A few years ago I looked up the meaning of the month and learned that May is derived from the latin name Maia - the Greek goddess of spring. Maia was a powerful ancient great Goddess of Earth, growth, fertility and heat. Let’s hope she brings us a warmer month ahead! I love this quote I found on a website about celebrating this goddess:
“As the year begins to blossom in every way, we celebrate the beauty and generosity of Our Mother's manifested universe - the garland of flowers she has given to her children.”
For my first classes this month I taught the routines Birth and Earthsong – my tribute to the spirit of Maia. I hope that these initial celebratory dances are indicative of a joyous month ahead where we can each dance and embrace the season and life in all its fullness.And on that note (fullness), below is my full schedule for the month of May :) -
Belly Dance as a Celebration of Feminine Freedom...just like Nia
Nia-Belly Workshops in Fremont with Jennifer and Delilah:
Sunday, May 13, 2012 or
Sunday, May 20, 2012 (Mother’s Day gift? :))
*This is not a series. This is the same workshop offered on two different dates.
Time: 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Where: Delilah's Belly Dance Studio, 4128 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103
Cost per workshop is $89 or $79 with 7-day advance registration. Pay online anytime $89
In this extraordinary half-day workshop you will be introduced to the rudiments of the classical art of belly dance and Nia from a perspective of their natural properties of vibration, wave patterns, energy engagement and free dance. Nia and belly dance are both a marvelous mix of intentional body movement that complement each other. Combined, they offer an experience of rejuvenation and feminine feeling of life empowerment and self-expression that fully engages all the senses, the mind, body, heart and spirit. Both are done bare foot and can be adapted for all ages, levels and abilities. Men are also welcome.
Nia-Belly workshop schedule
12:00 Registration; talk and pass out belly dance gear.
12:30pm – 2pm Workshop begins with the beginning rudiments of Belly Dance
2:00-2:15 Break
2:15pm – 2:45 Nia Basics
3:00-3:50 Nia Class Experience
3:50-4:30 Nia-Belly Integration and Closing Ritual
Equipment will be provided to use in class; weight belts, hip scarves, veils and more. Wear comfortable clothing. Layers are good because we will move in and out of movement and conversation during the 4 hours.
Bring a snack.
Second Friday Nia: 75-minute Nia-Yoga class with Jennifer Lucero-Earle and Liziah Woodruff
Friday, May 11, 2012
Time: 7:30pm – 8:45pm
Where: The Dance Space in Greenwood, 124 N 103rd Street Seattle, WA 98133
Cost: $13 drop-in or use my class card.
Bring a yoga mat.
End your workweek with this invigorating and relaxing class co-taught by me and certified yoga instructor Liziah Woodruff. This class begins with 40 minutes of Nia and ends with 30 minutes of Viniyoga: a gentle, strengthening, meditative style of yoga. It is a supportive style of yoga that invites each individual to find their bodies way of doing a posture. It focuses on connecting movement and breath, finding a rhythm that supports harmony and integration of body and mind. This is a highly adaptable form of yoga and is suitable to people of all skill levels and those who have physical limitations and injuries.
This class will leave you with a healthy body, quiet mind, open heart and vibrant spirit. The perfect way to end your workweek and welcome your weekend!
Spring Nia Jam
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Where: Om Culture in Wallingford, 2210 N Pacific St, Seattle 98103
Cost: $20 at the door
Join Puget Sound Nia teachers and students for an energizing afternoon of dance revelry at this year’s Spring Nia Jam on May 27 from 1-2:30 pm at Om Culture in Wallingford.
This year’s Jam honors the 135th birthday of Isadora Duncan, a modern dance pioneer and Nia influence. We will embody Duncan Dance – free-spirited, honest movement.
The venue, Om Culture, is spacious with 3,000 square feet of wood dance floor. Located near Gas Works Park in Wallingford, Om Culture offers convenient street parking and even a view of the city. Nia Seattle hosts two annual Nia Jams – in the fall and spring. They draw an enthusiastic crowd that makes for synergy and joy on the dance floor.
If you’re interested in trying Nia, attend this event. You will have a chance to sample a variety of teachers and meet the friendly, creative and talented Nia community! All are welcome!
Questions? Contact Gretchen Musgrove.
Help us spread the word and RSVP via Facebook!
Registration is open for the second annual Nia and Belly Dance 6-day Retreat "Nia-Belly" at Kalani Oceanside Retreat Center on the Big Island in Hawaii! Feb 10 - 15, 2013
Join me, Delilah, and Mr. Erik Brown for our second annual Nia-Belly retreat. 6 days in paradise exploring Nia, Belly Dance, dancing in nature, and other movement activities to awaken our creative spirits. This retreat was divine last year and we anticipate this year being even more so! To register: http://www.delilahs-belly-
My current class schedule:
Tuesdays, 75-minute Nia and Yoga, 9:15am – 10:30am at The Dance Space in Greenwood
Wednesdays, Nia, 5:30pm – 6:30pm at Community Fitness - 65th St
Thursdays, Nia, 9:30am – 10:30am at The Dance Space in Greenwood
Second Fridays, 75-minute Nia and Yoga, 7:30pm – 8:45pm (next 5/10/2012) at The Dance Space in Greenwood
Saturdays, Nia, 1:00pm – 2:00pm at Community Fitness - Roosevelt
Sundays, Nia, 10:30am – 11:30am at Delilah's Belly Dance Studio in Fremont
I hope that you are doing well, that you are dancing in your fullness, enjoying the season unfold and unfurl with colorful magical surprises and that you take time to enjoy the garland of flowers Spring brings to us in such abundance in our beautiful city.
With warmth and excitement to dance with you soon,
Jennifer
|
|
|
No comments:
Post a Comment