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How to be authentic when you move your body
“Always be a first rate version of yourself and not a second rate version of someone else.” ― Judy Garland Authentic Body Movement If I said “Let’s be authentic in our movement” or “Move your body your way” or “Don’t follow me, just allow yourself to move freely” would you freeze? Would you…
Read MoreComing Soon: Nia Move IT classes
Nia Move IT classes I’m cooking up something NEW in my Nia class offerings! A few weekends back, I had a privilege of studying with Kelle Rae Oien, a Nia trainer based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Here’s a short video of some of our classes: That weekend was INCREDIBLY energizing for me. We…
Read MoreNia weekend with Trainer Kelle Rae Oien
PLEASE JOIN the GTA Nia Community as we welcome Kelle Rae Oien Nia Teacher / Nia Faculty Trainer She will be visiting us from Santa Fe, NM Mar 31, -Apr 3, 2017 for lots of events 1. Fri March 31: 7:15-8:30pm: “Pulse” class > all welcome > register here 2. Sat Apr 1-Sun Apr 2: 52 Moves Training…
Read MoreEmbrace: The Documentary
Join us for this FREE EVENT* A screening of Embrace: a documentary exploring body image Watch the trailer below and join us! [embedyt] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__2AayArYfs[/embedyt] *We are happy to accept donations to Sheena’s Place to support their programs for people living with Eating Disorders.
Read MoreNia sing-a-long Dance Jam: We raised > $2000 for Save Me Dog Rescue!
On October 23, 2016 we raised $2053.50 for Save Me Dog Rescue! Through a Nia sing-a-long dance jam, our community helped at least 5 dogs with their vital dental and health needs! EnJOY the video replay of the event below! …
Read MoreALS Ice Bucket Challenge
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge from jennifer hicks on Vimeo. Yesterday, I did the Ice Bucket Challenge to help raise awareness and money for ALS. If you don’t know how this challenge originated, you can see the video here which explains it all. This video shares another family’s experience living with ALS (keep your tissues handy). And here is a…
Read MoreOne Billion Rising – Ending Violence Against Women & Girls Through Dance
Today I joined a GLOBAL CAMPAIGN called ONE BILLION RISING – a movement to help STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS. I couldn’t join the flash mob planned at the Gardiner Museum, so did my own living room flash mob. And I’m teaching the dance at all 3 of my Nia classes today. One Billion…
Read MoreI think I can, I think I can, I think I can
Tomorrow, I’m leading my group of self proclaimed “Nia Supah Starz” at the Joy of Dance’s end of term showcase! Although I did a performance last year with the most delicious Eloise Goodwin, I have never led a group through this experience. It has been THRILLING to say the least! My confidence, both in choreographing…
Read MoreSubway Dance Party 2011
Yesterday I attended a Subway Dance Party organized by Improv in Toronto, a group of fun folks who run free, no-for-profit, public, urban, events. What a blast! This was my second time going to this event – read about my first experience here. Subway Dance Party from jennifer hicks on Vimeo.
Read MoreNia: Myths vs. Facts
Over the years, l’ve heard some interesting interpretations of Nia. While people’s perception of situations tends to vary wildly, I have to set the record straight. Nia, first and foremost, is a physical fitness practice. It delivers cardiovascular conditioning as well as flexibility, agility, mobility, stability and strength. There’s some pretty cool other stuff…
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