New Nia-Yoga Class Starts Valentine's Day

75-minute Nia and Yoga Weekly Classes with Jennifer Lucero-Earle and Liziah Woodruff

Tuesday mornings - Classes begin February 14, 2012

Time: 9:30am – 10:30am

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. 

Description:

This class includes 45 minutes of Nia: sensory-based movement practice that combines the expressiveness of dance, the power and explosiveness of martial arts and the wisdom of the healing arts, and 30 minutes of Viniyoga: a highly adaptable, meditative, relaxing and healing form of yoga.

This weekly class will leave you with a healthy body, quiet mind, open heart and vibrant spirit.

Introduction to Nia Six-Week Series

Whether you've never done Nia before or are a fairly new or experienced student, this series is open to all who want to return to beginners mind-body and deepen their Nia practice.

Introduction to Nia Six-Week Series

Thursday mornings - Classes begin February 16, 2012

Classes are held on the following dates: 
2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15 and 3/22

Time: 9:30am – 10:30am

Where: The Dance Space in Greenwood
124 N 103rd Street Seattle, WA 98133

Cost: $65 for the six-week series, $13 drop-in or use my class card.

To register email: jennifer@everybodyloveyourbody.com

Description:
Join me for this six-week introduction to Nia. No previous experience required. Learn to dance in a way that expresses your unique self while improving your balance, coordination and developing greater flexibility, agility, mobility, strength and stability. Nia is appropriate for all fitness levels, body types and ages. Wear comfortable clothes, bring water, your bare feet and a smile. Come for the joy of movement!

Sign up for the series or feel free to use my class card or drop-in.

January 2012 Nia with Jennifer Newsletter

“What does the garden of your life look like now? What seedlings and flowerings have been neglected and now need some attention? Which need a bit of water? Light? Fresh air? A singing to? What is new that you are growing for this year? What seeds have you planted that you now are seeing sprout? Which do you need to let sit and stop digging up to see what’s happening? What may need to die to allow room for something new to grow?”  - Steph Cowling The quote above is from a blog entry titled “Growing Your Garden” from Cosmic Cowgirls Magazine.  I know. The title is awesome and so are the blog entries. This particular entry arrived just as I was contemplating what I seeds I desire to plant, nurture and grow this year in the garden of my Nia practice. The following are a few things I want to manifest: Greater integrity in my practice and teaching of Nia. I want to master the 52+ moves with both precision and playfulness. I believe this will help me become a better teacher. A deeper embodiment of the Nia principles which includes taking the time to learn and master the continuing education materials that include educational modules I can share with you on topics such as the base, core, upper extremities, x-ray anatomy, connective tissue, awareness, sight, sound, touch, etc. The learning is endless. Bringing the healing arts aspects of Nia to the forefront of my practice and sharing it with you. I want to convey the power of Nia to heal and create significant shifts in how we live in our bodies, minds, hearts and spirits. I desire greater collaboration with my Nia colleagues. Each of us is talented and together we are mighty! When our talents and passions merge everyone benefits. I feel incredibly lucky to be joining the Nia team (Susan Tate, Jena Hennessey and Gretchen Musgrove) at the Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood this year! I will also be partnering with my amazing colleagues Mollia Jensen, Randee Fox, and Jill Pagano on a few events. These are just a few collaborations coming up this year.     To continue with the theme of my birthday this past year, I intend to continue to explore the alchemy of my Voice as a teacher, educator and student. In my personal life, I desire greater space in my life to explore my creativity and spend quality playful time with my loving husband. I’d love to hear from you what you plan on growing in your Nia garden this year. Please share. The seeds I planted have produced some significant changes in my schedule. Take a look: What’s NEW: Tuesday morning classes 9:30am – 10:30am begin at the Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood (124 N 103rd St., Seattle, WA 98133) on February 14, 2012 Thursday morning classes 9:30am – 10:30am begin at the Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood on February 16, 2012 Self-Care Second Fridays 7:30pm – 8:30pm at the Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood starts this Friday, January 13, 2012. The focus of these monthly evening classes is self-care and developing skills as a sensation scientist (body awareness, movement variation and deepening your skills as a Nia dancer). Classes are a blend of movement meditation, free dance and classic Nia choreography. The theme for the first second Friday coming up this week is slipping to a state of RAW: Relaxed, Alert and Waiting. Relaxation, ease and a new tool to manage stress await you. For more: http://everybodyloveyourbody.blogspot.com/2012/01/second-friday-slip-into-raw.html Nia 5 Stages of Self-Healing Five-Week Series: Sundays February 19 – March 18, 2012 5pm - 6pm Cost: $50 for the series or $13 drop-in Description: Nia 5 Stages is a powerful integrative practice based on the five stages of human development: embryonic, creeping, crawling, standing and walking. This practice is dedicated to self-healing and to using these five movements as stimulation to feel better in your body. The object of practicing these five simple movements is to prepare the body to become more functional, energetic, and comfortable while doing any movement such as: dancing, walking, running, yoga, martial arts, etc. This practice allows you to sense the natural ability your body has to realign itself and self-heal through movement. By the end of this five-week series you will have an in-depth introduction to each of the movements so that you can sustain a home practice. What’s ENDING: Mondays at 5:30pm at Open Flight Studio will be ending on Monday, February 13, 2012. Note: class is canceled on February 6 while I am in Hawaii and the last class will be on February 13. What’s staying the SAME: Wednesdays at 5:30pm at Community Fitness 65th St Saturdays at 1pm at Community Fitness Roosevelt Studio Sundays at 10:30am at Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont EVENTS: There are still a few spots left for my Nia and Belly Dancing Retreat at Kalani Oceanside Retreat Center in Hawaii. The retreat is February 4-9, 2012. Details:http://www.delilahs-belly-dance-retreat.com/January2012-B/aboutretreat2012B.html Make sure you check out all of these great events from my Nia colleagues in Seattle: http://www.niaseattle.com/drupal-5.6/ I look forward to planting seeds with you, watching them grow and dancing with you this year and always, Jennifer Self-Care Second Fridays Starts this week! Friday Jan 13 2012 Time: 7:30-8:30pm Civetta Dance Space   124 N 103rd St., Seattle, WA 98133  Cost: $13 Slip into a state of RAW: Relaxed, Alert and Waiting. Relaxation, ease and a new tool to manage stress await you! Nia White Belt Training, Split-Week Schedule, Anacortes WA Take the Nia White Belt over two long weekends with Jill Pagano! Registration is now open: NiaNow.com/jill-pagano Weekend 1: Jan 26 - 29 Weekend 2: Feb 3-5 Nia and Belly Dance Retreat at Kalani Oceanside Retreat Center in Hawaii February 4-9, 2012 6 Days 5 nights with Delilah Flynn, Jennifer Lucero-Earle & Erik Brown Retreat Package Price (6 Day/5 Nights): $1399.00 There is still time to register: Hawaii Retreat

Second Friday - Slip Into RAW

A new class for 2012 and more to come. Stay tuned :)

Second Fridays at the Civetta Dance Space start this Friday:
The focus of these monthly evening classes is self-care and developing skills as a sensation scientist (body awareness, movement variation and deepening your skills as a Nia dancer). Classes are a blend of movement meditation, free dance and classic Nia choreography.

The theme for the first second Friday coming up this week - January 13, 2012 is slipping to a state of RAW: Relaxed, Alert and Waiting. Relaxation, ease and a new tool to manage stress await you.

In Nia, RAW is a body-centered meditation practice. RAW invites us to slip into internal stillness, to listen deeply and to cease inner dialogue so that we can be fully present in our bodies. In RAW, we are not distracted by thoughts, desires, likes or dislikes; we surrender into a place of internal silence in all four realms -- physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

“The big difference between RAW and other approaches to meditation is that RAW teaches us to get into and stay in our bodies. It is consistent with Nia’s body-centered philosophy. We don’t trip out or travel out of our bodies but instead seek to go deeper and deeper into our bodies. RAW doesn’t even require us to set aside time for meditation, because when RAW is mastered, the meditative state becomes accessible in each moment.” 
 - From the Nia Technique book 

This Friday night we will explore RAW as a moving meditation. We will do some seated meditation so feel free to bring a cushion to sit on or a shawl for comfort. Also come prepared to dance. The class will be gentle, will include free dance and some choreography.

Come explore an hour of relaxation and ease via movement meditation…the Nia way.

Friday, January 13, 2012
7:30pm - 8:30pm
Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood
124 N 103rd Street Seattle, WA 98133
Cost: $13 drop-in or class card or $8 for High School and College Students

Nia in Seattle this Weekend

Nia events this weekend!

In addition to regular classes, the Nia Seattle (and beyond) community is offering a number of special events to get 2012 started right :)

3 Events Tomorrow - Friday, January 6, 2012

What: FREE Nia Class with Dara McKinley

Time: 10:30 am - 11:30am

Where: Shift Seattle, 3517 Stone Way North, Seattle 98103

More Info: www.volvernow.com/nia

What: Welcome 2012 with Winter Dance with Jena Hennessey

Time:  7:30pm - 9:00pm

Where: The Civetta Dance Space, 124 N. 103rd Street, Seattle 98133

Cost: $15

Space is limited to 13, so please let Jena if you can attend.

More Info:  Jena Hennessey  - jendancingfir@gmail.com  or www.movingintopresence.com

First Friday Nia with Mollia Jensen

Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Where:  Mount Baker Community Club, 2811 Mount Rainier Drive South , 98144

Cost: $12

More Info: www.mahaflow.com

2 Events - Saturday, January 7, 2012

Igniting the Power of the Pelvis: Amplifying the Joy, Healing, Passion, & Creativity Within with Susan Tate

When:  3:00pm - 5:30pm

Where:  The Civetta Dance Space, 124 N 103rd Street, Seattle 98133

Cost:  $50

Description: The pelvis, often called "the seat of the soul," is a powerful container for physical, mental, spiritual and emotional energy. You are invited to experience this mindful blend of dialogue, activities, movement, and meditation followed by a uniquely choreographed Nia routine. Come and explore second chakra issues involving money, sex, and personal power, as you deepen your awareness and sensation of your most authentic self.

More Info:  Susan - susan@wawellness.com and www.wawellness.com

South Puget Sound Nia Jam: 2012 Rejuvenation!

When: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Location:  Waves Studio, 232 Division Street NW, Olympia 98504

Cost: $20

Description: Join South Puget Sound Nia teachers for a 2-hour festive celebration of the New Year. 2012 Rejuvenation features a 75-minute Nia class (with multiple teachers), refreshments and shopping. Join the teachers in kicking off the South Sound Nia communities first Nia Jam!

More Info: Julia Annis- julia111annis@yahoo.com

To find out about more about Nia events and classes, visit www.niaseattle.com

Special New Year's Day Classes

Please join me for two special classes on New Year's Day, January 1, 2012.

New Year's Day Nia Routine 

Sunday, January 1, 2012 
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am  
Where: Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont 4128 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 
Cost: $13 drop-in or class card


Join me for a special Nia routine that combines songs from a number of different routines I've taught the past year. The routine will include songs requested by students and a number that I've selected to symbolically release 2011 and welcome 2012. 

Stepping Into 2012 with a Nia Movement Meditation  
Sunday, January 1, 2012 
Time: 11:45am – 12:30pm (45 min class) 
Where: Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont 4128 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 
Cost: By donation  


Join me after my 10:30am Nia class for a special meditation class. As a new year approaches, we celebrate endings and new beginnings. There is no better way to kick off 2012 than with an intentional movement meditation that brings centering and nourishment to your body, heart, mind and spirit. 


We will spend some time in seated meditation so please feel free to bring whatever would bring you most comfort such as a blanket, pillow or cushion. Come dressed to move and know that the movements will be gentle. 


The focus of this 45-minute movement meditation class is cultivating peace in the four realms of body, mind, heart and spirit so that you can dance into 2012 feeling refreshed, whole, connected, centered and conscious.


Please RSVP: jennifer@everybodyloveyourbody.com

December 2011 Newsletter

"Allow yourself to trust joy and embrace it. You will find you dance with everything." - Ralph Waldo Emerson The dark and cold days of winter are settling in along with the festive spirit of the holiday season. It’s the time of year when I can’t help but feel gratitude. I have so much to be thankful for. There is a budding Nia community at Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont, Community Fitness (both studios) and at Open Flight Studio in the University District. I am thankful for all you that come to dance with me. You continue to guide me to become a better teacher and person with your feedback and joyful presence. I am also deeply grateful for my husband, family, close friends and colleagues that continue to support and encourage me as I pursue my passion. I couldn’t do this without them! My next newsletter (January) will include reflections on 2011 and visions for 2012. There are three more weeks left in 2011. I love to dance during this season. It helps keep my spirits up, warms my body and provides me with the incredible gift of connection with you as my students, teachers and friends during these months when I’d rather wrap myself in a snuggie-like blanket and sit by the fireplace with a good book and cup of hot chocolate. While that sounds lovely, my joy is on the dance floor. And that is where you will find me as we transition into the heart of winter and into a new year. In addition to my regularly scheduled classes, here are a few additional times you can find me on the dance floor over the next three weeks: Rejoice! Rock Nia When: Friday, December 16, 2011 Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Where: Mt. Baker Community Clubhouse – 2811 Mt. Rainier Dr. S. Seattle, WA 98144  Cost: $5 (Free to Nia Members!) Join Nia Black, Belt Jason Alan Griffin for the debut of his rockin’ new Nia routine, REJOICE! If you like rock music, this Nia routine is for you. The playlist includes Pink Floyd, Manfred Man, The Beatles, Led Zepplin and Sly and the family Stone. I will be there and hope you will join us! Welcoming Wholeness: Dancing Through the Holidays with Nia with Jena Hennessey, Jennifer Lucero-Earle and Susan Tate When: Sunday, December 18 Time: 2 - 4pm Where: Civetta Dance Space 124 N 103rd St., Seattle, WA Cost: $20 Please RSVP: jennifer@everybodyloveyourbody.com Join me, Jena Hennessey and Susan Tate for a special two hour class to welcome Winter and the holiday season. Together we will guide your through the Nia 5 Stages of self-healing and a Nia class that includes both some choreography and FreeDance. Our intention is to support you in cultivating wholeness in your mind, body, heart and spirit as we enter a new season and a new year. Celebrate Christmas Day with the Joy of Movement with Jennifer and Gretchen Sunday, December 25, 2011 Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm Where: The Civetta Dance Space  124 N 103rd St., Seattle, WA Cost: $13 drop-in or class card with Jennifer or Gretchen  Please RSVP: gretchen.blissfulfitness@gmail.com Join me and Gretchen Musgrove for an hour of holiday bliss in our sanctuary: The Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood. Come celebrate the spirit of Christmas with us through dance. Stepping Into 2012 with a Nia Movement Meditation Sunday, January 1, 2012 Time: 11:45am – 12:30pm (45 min class) Where: Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont 4128 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 Cost: By donation Please RSVP: jennifer@everybodyloveyourbody.com Join me after my 10:30am Nia class for a special meditation class. As a new year approaches, we celebrate endings and new beginnings. There is no better way to kick off 2012 than with an intentional movement meditation that brings centering and nourishment to your body, heart, mind and spirit. We will spend some time in seated meditation so please feel free to bring whatever would bring you most comfort such as a blanket, pillow or cushion. Come dressed to move and know that the movements will be gentle. The focus of this 45-minute movement meditation class is cultivating peace in the four realms of body, mind, heart and spirit so that you can dance into 2012 feeling whole, connected, centered and conscious. December Class Announcements No class on Sunday, December 25th at Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio. Instead, join me and Gretchen Musgrove for a special Christmas late morning Nia class at the Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood. 11:30am – 12:30pm. $13 drop-in or your class card. We are celebrating the Spirit of Christmas and Gretchen’s birthday which is on December 26th. No class on Monday, December 26, 2011 at Open Flight Studio. Yes, I am teaching on January 1, 2012 at 10:30am at Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont. I would be me if I did not dance on the very first day of the New Year! I hope you will join me. Here’s to a joy-full holiday season – may your body, heart, mind and spirit be happy, healthy and full of joyous movement, Jennifer Special Class on 12/18/11 Welcoming Wholeness: Dancing Through the Holidays with Nia                  with Jena Hennessey, Jennifer Lucero-Earle and Susan Tate  Sunday, December 18 2 – 4pm Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood Cost: $20 RSVP to Jennifer. Join us for a special two hour class to welcome Winter and the holiday season. Together we will guide your through the Nia 5 Stages of self-healing and a Nia class that includes both some choreography and FreeDance. Our intention is to support you in cultivating wholeness in your mind, body, heart and spirit as we enter a new season and a new year. Christmas Day Nia Celebrate Christmas Day with the Joy of Movement with Jennifer and Gretchen   Sunday, December 25 Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm Where: The Civetta Dance Space  124 N 103rd St., Seattle, WA Cost: $13 drop-in or class card with Jennifer or Gretchen Please RSVP: gretchen.blissfulfitness@gmail.com Join me and Gretchen Musgrove for an hour of holiday bliss in our sanctuary: The Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood. Come celebrate the spirit of Christmas with us through dance. Step Into 2012 with a Nia Movement Meditation Sunday, January 1, 2012 Time: 11:45am – 12:30pm (45 min class) Where: Delilah’s Belly Dance Studio in Fremont Cost: By donation Please RSVP to Jennifer. Join me after my 10:30am Nia class for a special meditation class. The focus of this 45-minute movement meditation class is cultivating peace in the four realms of body, mind, heart and spirit so that you can dance into 2012 feeling whole, connected, centered and conscious.