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March 13, 2010Nia 5 Stages of Self Healing Workshop in Owen Sound
with Brown Belt Nia Instructor Wendy Roman
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Discover that Your Body contains the inner wisdom to heal and realign itself. Based on the 5 stages of human development, these simple movements facilitate optimal alignment, function and comfort in your body. This workshop includes 1 hour of 5 Stages practice as well as classic Nia practice.
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM Where: The Trillium Healing Arts Centre, 235 9th Street East Cost: $25/workshop Each workshop may be taken individually or as a series, no previous experience necessary. Registration: please contact Wendy 519-793-4687 or click HERE to visit Rhythmwood Website. |
March 14, 2010Nia's Nine Movement Forms Playshop
in Brantford
with Nia Instructor Darlene Trottier
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Explore the philosophies, energies, and movements from the three dance arts, three martial arts, and three healing arts of The Nia Technique.
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 PM Where: Welkin Wellness Centre, 13- 45 Dalkeith Ave, Brantford - (519) 751-1368 Cost: $20 For more information please contact Darlene Trottier, (519) 752-8694 or click HERE to email. |
March 21, 2010“Dancing Thru Life” Playshop in Barrie
with White Belt Nia Instructor Anja Gurnig
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Deepen your Nia experience by participating in this wonderful and interactive Playshop!
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM Registration required. Please call 1-888.342-3348 for all the details. |
March 25, 2010'Nia for Life-Passion'
at The Yoga Conference 2010
with Nia Black Belt Instructor Jill Cressy
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The Yoga Conference 2010 theme is Awaken Intelligence Beyond Expectation.
Join Jill in her 6th year presenting at The Yoga Conference! The Nia Routine Jill will be presenting is 'Prana'. Jill Cressy manages fitness, dance, martial arts and sport programs at the Faculty of Physical Education and Health, University of Toronto. She presents workshops on Energy, Voice, and Nia. The code for this workshop is 'TH2CRE'. Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre Registration: Click HERE to register online through The Yoga Conference Website. Click HERE to visit Jill's Website. |
March 26, 2010Nia Freedance Exploration Playshop
in Brantford
with Nia Instructor Darlene Trottier
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Let go of structure and access your own creative way of moving. Focus on cultivating and expressing your authentic self in response to music, mood, energy and desire.
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM Where: Welkin Wellness Centre, 13- 45 Dalkeith Ave, Brantford - (519) 751-1368 Cost: $20 For more information please contact Darlene Trottier, (519) 752-8694 or click HERE to email. |
April 18, 20103rd Northern Nia Jam in Barrie
with White Belt Nia Instructor Anja Gurnig and Teachers from Toronto and the GTA
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Come out and jam with a group of dedicated Nia teachers & "celebrity" instructors to raise money for a good cause!
Please call 1-888.342-3348 for all the details. |
April 23, 24 and 25 2010The Joy of Plearning "Butterfly"
Workshop for Nia Intensive Graduates of any Belt Level
+ 3 Nia Classes ~ Open to the General Public
with Black Belt Nia Teacher and Trainer Winalee Zeeb
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Winalee Zeeb is a Black Belt Nia Teacher and Trainer from Lansing, Michigan. She began her career in the fitness industry in 1981. Since discovering Nia in 1991, Winalee has been passionately sharing the Joy of Nia throughout the world.
Where: Marie Ann Longlade School of Dance Inc. 1650 Dundas St E Ste 205. - Mississauga WORKSHOP DETAILS: Join Winalee Zeeb for this 2 day workshop of playing and learning Debbie Rosas’ NEW2010 Nia Routine “Butterfly”. Dates and Time: Saturday, April 24 - (12noon – 6:00 PM) Sunday, April 25 - (12noon – 3:30 PM) Cost: $110 CAD CLASSES DETAILS: These classes are open to everyBody, students and teachers alike. As an added bonus, we will kick-off the week-end with a Black Light Nia Night Class. Come dressed in WHITE or NEON colours to dance and glow under the Black Lights. Dates, Times and Costs: Friday, April 23 - (7:00 – 8:30 PM) - $25 - Black Light Nia Night Saturday, April 24 - (10:00 – 11:00 AM) - $20 - Butterfly Class Sunday, April 25 - (10:00 – 11:00 AM) - $20 - Butterfly Class WEEK END PASSES: Full Weekend Pass: $155 available to Nia Teachers and Intensive Graduates ONLY. Three Class Pass: $60 To Register and for more information: please click HERE and visit Terra Karda Studio Website. |
April 25, 2010“Dancing Thru Life” Playshop in Barrie
with White Belt Nia Instructor Anja Gurnig
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Deepen your Nia experience by participating in this wonderful and interactive Playshop!
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM Registration required. Please call 1-888.342-3348 for all the details. |
May 3 - 9, 2010“Magic Carpet" Nia Retreat
in Marrakech, Morocco
with Brown Belt Nia Instructor Cinzia Cavalieri
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Are you ready to board Cinzia's Magic Carpet for an unforgettable Nia ride?
Your home for a week is an exclusive villa in the most fashionable district on the outskirts of Marrakech set in a 5-acre fantasy garden filled with lemon trees, grapefruit and a riot of yellow roses and periwinkles! Perfect Mother's Day gift! Price: $ 1200 CAD if registered before March 31st. $ 1350 CAD after March 31st. A deposit of $ 500 CAD is due upon registration. PRICE INCLUDES: * Accommodation: double occupancy with private bathroom. * Daily breakfast and 2 vegetarian meals prepared by the house gourmet chef, with daily freshest food from the morning markets, home-made breads, yogurt, jams. Guaranteed healthy food and delicious. * Daily 1 hour and a half Nia Class. Price does not include Air fare. A minimum of 8 participants is required by April 10th. Maximum number of participants: 14. For more information please contact Cinzia Cavalieri at (905) 787-0020 or click HERE to Email Cinzia. |
May 7 - 9, 2010Grow, Blossom & Shine with Nia in Wyebridge
A 3 day weekend retreat
with Brown Belt Instructor Janet Ragan and White Belt Instructor Anja Gurnig
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A weekend filled with the sensation of Nia! Spring is the perfect time of the year to clear and nourish your body, mind and soul.
What a great Mother's Day gift!
About the retreat location: Sugar Ridge is located between HWY 93 and 12 in the Midland/Georgian Bay area, surrounded by beautiful nature. Whatever the weather, it is spectacular at Sugar Ridge. The sky changes every moment providing an amazing backdrop to any outdoor activity. Bring your camera if you like to get up close to nature. The property and surrounding land have approximately 20 km of trails to explore by foot, ski or snowshoe. Bring your bike if you’re adventurous. Explore a new part of the property every day. Guided hikes and nature walks available upon request – book ahead. Wildlife abounds here. Plenty of deer, rabbits, and a multitude of birds call Sugar Ridge home. If you are lucky you may even see a moose. If you want to see deer, get up early and move quietly. Explore the cedar forest and you may find an antler or other treasure. Location Details: Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre, 5720 Forgets Road, Wyebridge , Ontario Cost: Register by January 2009 and pay only $325 - Thereafter: $350 Price includes classes, workshops, accomodation and vegetarian meals. For more information: Click HERE to visit the Event's Website OR contact Anja Gurnig 1.888.34.BE-FIT (1.888.342 3348) or click HERE to Email Anja. |
May 16, 2010Nia Dance Jam & Silent Auction in Toronto
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Why Dance? Because it's FUN! Nia is a joyful celebration, a chance to dance, and love your body! Nia combines the Dance Arts, Martial Arts, and Healing Arts and invites you to move in The Body's Way...your body's way!
Why Donate? Help us sustain this vital community initiative. Good News Toronto is a monthly not-for-profit newspaper. Good News Toronto celebrates inspirational people in Toronto with the goal of motivating all of us to continue to make this city rich in everyday heroes. Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM Where: National Council of Jewish Women of Canada Toronto Section 4700 Bathurst St (between Sheppard & Finch) Cost: $25 entrance fee Please click HERE, download the flyer for this Event and spread the word! Questions? Please contact Jennifer Hicks (416)573-4911 or click HERE to Email Jennifer. If you can't attend but would still like to donate, please click HERE and visit Good News Toronto Website. |
May 28, 29 & 30, 2010Nia Palooza 2010
with Nia Black Belt and Trainer Winalee Zeeb
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Join us for a weekend packed full of movement in celebration of your body. Nia Palooza is guaranteed to rejuvenate and energize you. We invite you to explore your body and enhance balance in your lifes dance through the elements of the Nia Technique. Special guest Nia Black Belt, Winalee Zeeb, will help you to lighten up, relax and enjoy Nia classes and playshops all weekend long.
Be prepared to dance, play and re-awaken something very powerful from within. To Register and for more information: click HERE and visit Nia Palooza Website. |
May 30, 2010“Dancing Thru Life” Playshop in Barrie
with White Belt Nia Instructor Anja Gurnig
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Deepen your Nia experience by participating in this wonderful and interactive Playshop!
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM Registration required. Please call 1-888.342-3348 for all the details. |
August 20 - 27, 2010Blue Belt Intensive Training
with Black Belt Trainer Helen Terry
Open to all Nia Graduates
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Where: Marie Ann Longlade School of Dance
1650 Dundas Street East. Suite #205, Mississauga For more information please contact Denis Karda at (905) 703-0454 Click HERE to visit Terra Karda Studio Website and to read more information about Helen and this Training. Registration: please click HERE to register via NiaNow Website. |
September 12 - 19, 2010Glorious Greece Getaway
Nia and Yoga Retreat in Lesvos
Hosted by Brown Belt Nia Instructor Didi Wilson
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Nia with Didi and Yoga with Carol Prentice, Certified Yoga Instructor. Your personalized trip includes: 7 nights shared beach accommodation - 7 Mediterranean breakfasts - Welcome Dinner at The Captain’s Table - 2 traditional village dinners - Greek cooking lesson - ‘Local Market’ day excursion to Turkey - Healing trip to the natural Yera baths - Daily Yoga - Daily Nia. Cost: $1349.00 CDN landed. Register before August 1st and save $50.00 Bring a friend and you both save an additional $50.00 |
First Nia Poker Run 2009|
Toronto, June13, 2009 - See how we rocked Lakeshore from West to East! With lovely helpers at the table, enthusiastic teachers and students and happy feet on challenging surfaces the JOY reached out and touched many who crossed their path with Nia!
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Nia at International Dance Day 2009|
Toronto, April 26, 2009 - See Jennifer Hicks and Nia enthusiasts in action! The weather did not co-operate but the sun always shines through everyBODY when Nia is around!
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Total Health Fair in Georgetown|
Georgetown, April 16th 2009 - Denis Karda and her beautiful smile introduced Nia at the Total Health Fair.
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A Week in Costa Rica|
Costa Rica, February 2009 - Visions of pure bliss at Pura Vida with Brown Belt Instructor Judith Thompson!
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Pictures from A Nia-thon for the Cure|
Toronto, January 31, 2009 - This event hosted by Barbara Ades at Rhythmic Rainbow Studio gathered a generous and enthusiastic group of dancers to support Breast Cancer Research! See how they jammed!
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Pictures from Nia at Taste of Danforth|
Toronto, August 8, 2008 - See how in spite of the rain Nia shines along the Danforth in Toronto!
Thanks to Jennifer Hicks, Liz Saunders and Marla Gold.
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Pictures from Northern Nia Jam fundraiserfor the China Earth Quake Survivors in Barrie
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Barrie, July 6th, 2008 - Nia is always ready to donate, to hold, to share, to connect, to heal, to find JOY again, together. Thank you to all the participants and sponsors for their generosity!
This Event was amazingly hosted by Nia Instructor Anja Gurnig with the support of fellow teachers Cinzia Cavalieri, Laura Comparey, Benita Leech, Martha Randall, Debra Shelswell and Julia Smith. |
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Pictures from Nia at Pride Toronto!|
Toronto, June 28, 2008 - Here we are all RAINBOW-Y celebrating Pride Day!
In the group pictures from left to right: Barb Ades, Cinzia Cavalieri, Mary Breen, Liz Saunders, Jennifer Hicks, Lainie Magidsohn and Alexandra Collas. |
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Carlisle: Pictures from Habitat for Humanity Jam|
On Sunday, April 27, Nia instructors, students and newbies got together for a fund-raising, roof-raising Jam that scored $1200 net profit for Habitat for Humanity Halton and the Nia-supported Georgetown build. For almost two hours, Nia instructors Anna Schantz, Anja Gurnig, Brigita Roube, Barb Wight, Lisa Sidorowicz, Janet Ragan and Mary Baxter held the space for MMM for 40 transported students! A Jam is a delightful way to create community. Much love to our Nia community and their spreading of the Joy!
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NIA'S 25th ANNIVERSARY JAMwith Nia Teachers from Toronto and the GTA
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
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Toronto - March 29th, 2008
Nia 25th Anniversary Jam at Canada's National Ballet School This memorable day of music, movement and Nia magic will stay in our hearts for a long time! NIAC would like to thank all the Nia Community participating in this Event from students to teachers to movement lovers experiencing Nia for the first time! Stay tuned for more events as the Celebration of Nia's 25th Anniversary is not over! See how beautiful we are when we are jamming! Click HERE to see the beautiful pictures taken with amazing talent by our very own Andreea Diaconescu. Click HERE to read testimonials from participants to the Jam! |
Pictures from Habitat for Humanity Jam|
Campbellville -January 27th, 2008 - Another success generated by the JOY spread by Teachers from the West GTA and Halton Area! This event coordinated by Anna Schantz and Mary Baxter collected $1000 for Habitat for Hunmanity!
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2008 Women's Health Matters Forum & Expo|
Toronto - January 19th, 2008 - Once again NIAC took the pleasure and the stage to present Nia at this annual event!
Led by our very own Black Belt Trainer Martha Randall this group of beautiful women and casual enthusiasts (there was even a frog!) delivered the Nia promise with much JOY! |
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Pictures from West of the City GNO Event|
Oakville - November 29th, 2006 - A Girls Night Out to remember for the public attending this event organized by West of the City! Nia was there and this beautiful group of Nia teachers rocked the house. Check Mary Baxter, Darcel de Sylva, Leslie McHugh, Karen Sita and Lydia Wedlock, led by Anna Schantz in action on the runway as well as the Nia booth with a virtual video billboard!
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Pictures from November 6thMaster Class with Debbie and Carlos
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Toronto, November 6th, 2006
The Blue Belt Intensive week in Toronto was a HUGE success! Debbie and Carlos Rosas shared Nia Art and Craft with passion and love. Anna Schantz and Marla Gold organized the Event in the most impeccable way. All the dancers filled the space with the Joy of Movement through their happy bodies, minds and spirits! CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE NEW BLUE BELTS! THANK YOU TO ALL for a UNIQUE WEEK of MUSIC, MOVEMENT and MAGIC! |
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Picture from the Health Living Expo|
Mississauga - May 6th - Nia Instructors Laura Comparey, Jane Markowitz, Elizabeth Mierzynski and Tessie Ostonal, presented 1 hour of Nia at this event organized and sponsored by the Trillium Health Centre and the Mississauga Board of Chinese Professional & Businesses. Check them out as they pose with the plaque given to each one of them in recognition for their participation! |
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Mental Health Week Event|
Toronto - May 5th, 2006 - Nia Teachers Cinzia Cavalieri, Valerie McGiverin, Tessie Ostonal and Vita Wind presented Nia in the Toronto Metro Hall Rotunda for the Canadian Mental Health Association during the Mental Health Week. The "Oasis in the City" event organizers transformed the space into a beautiful Zen garden! |
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Dance & Decorate to Heal Nia Jam Pictures|
Newmarket - April 30th - Nia Teachers from York Region MaryLynn Baran, Bettina Braj, Cinzia Cavalieri, Caroline Dupont and Sandy Feldstein along with a joyful group of participants brought the magic of Nia to Southlake Regional Health Centre and completed the last portion of the Soaringwords series of jams.
We danced the healing power of Nia, we decorated more quilts and we donated them to the Pediatric floor to bring hope, colours and love to the children. Thank you for the great support to all the participants! |
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Pictures from Owen Sound|
The Grey Bruce Nia Teachers and the Cancer Society were Dancing Together in Owen Sound!
On April 1st, the Nia teachers of Grey Bruce came together to help kick off the Cancer Society’s daffodil drive and spread the ‘Joy of Movement’ in Owen Sound. Wendy, Vita, Susan and Jean were supported and energized by many students, friends and Nia teachers who traveled from far and wide to ‘move and groove’ with us. We would like to express our thanks to all of those who attended. Not only did we raise funds to support the Owen Sound Cancer Society and NIAC, but this small and energized Nia contingency banded together, fusing their individual strengths, to produce a very special day as well as creating an everlasting bond. Pictures gently submitted by Nia Instructor Jean Kidd-Miller. |
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Pictures from the OAKVILLE ECO-FEST|
Check out what a great booth the Halton Nia Teachers Association set up to promote Nia on April 1st and 2nd at the Oakville ECO-Fest!
Look how joyful Anna and Mia are and admire the beautiful group on stage! |
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Pictures fromMovin'it for the women's movement Nia Jam
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Enjoy these amazing pictures taken by Instructor Gabriele Bautz during this successful event organized by Instructor Mary Breen in support of the Women's Future Fund held in Toronto on February 17th, 2006!
Look at the beautiful swirls and spirals of bodies in motion! Thank you to all for the support and for sharing the JOY of Nia! |
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Booksigning with Debbie and Carlos! |
| Toronto, February 15th, 2005: Debbie and Carlos present "The Nia Technique" book at Chapters on Bloor Street. (Click on the picture to enlarge it) |
