Sunday, November 21, 2010
Friday, November 12, 2010
November 2010 NIA Student Spotlight- Regina Lapointe
Regina...What do you love about NIA?
Whenever someone tells me that they can't dance, I have to laugh. Everyone can dance! I love that Nia encourages people to dance their own dance, whatever it looks like, something I have been telling people for years. I have been dancing for all of my life and am so grateful to have found a class where I can continue to enjoy dance. I also love that regardless of what type of mood I am in when I come into class, there is an obvious shift by the end. Whether that be a period of processing emotions that may be stuck in my body and in need of release, raising my energy levels from an otherwise exhaustive day or simply becoming satisfied and at peace with the present moment.
What brings you joy?
Besides my obvious joy of dancing, I find joy in the simple things. I buy myself flowers "just because" and let their vibrant colors and the splendor of their natural beauty uplift my day. I adore blowing bubbles, especially out my sunroof. Treasure hunting on the beach for the perfect piece of sea glass is a favorite pastime, especially when my children and sister come along for the hunt. I am creative by nature so anything artistic brings me joy: knitting, drawing, crafting, and gardening. But my biggest joys are my two children, Keegan and Olivia. They are my teachers, my comedians, and my artists. I love experiencing life with them and seeing the world through their eyes.
What would you like us to know about yourself?
My most recent adventure is the relocation of our store. My husband and I have owned VIP Eyes for eleven years now and it is time for a change. We are so excited to have found a new space to shape and mold for the future of our optical boutique. We are planning to open on Monday November 8th, so we have been very busy. Our new location is in the Pine Tree Shopping Plaza at 1038 Brighton Avenue in Portland. We are currently working on a website that we hope to launch in the next coming month www.vipeyesportland.com. We invite you to visit us either online or at our new home!
Whenever someone tells me that they can't dance, I have to laugh. Everyone can dance! I love that Nia encourages people to dance their own dance, whatever it looks like, something I have been telling people for years. I have been dancing for all of my life and am so grateful to have found a class where I can continue to enjoy dance. I also love that regardless of what type of mood I am in when I come into class, there is an obvious shift by the end. Whether that be a period of processing emotions that may be stuck in my body and in need of release, raising my energy levels from an otherwise exhaustive day or simply becoming satisfied and at peace with the present moment.
What brings you joy?
Besides my obvious joy of dancing, I find joy in the simple things. I buy myself flowers "just because" and let their vibrant colors and the splendor of their natural beauty uplift my day. I adore blowing bubbles, especially out my sunroof. Treasure hunting on the beach for the perfect piece of sea glass is a favorite pastime, especially when my children and sister come along for the hunt. I am creative by nature so anything artistic brings me joy: knitting, drawing, crafting, and gardening. But my biggest joys are my two children, Keegan and Olivia. They are my teachers, my comedians, and my artists. I love experiencing life with them and seeing the world through their eyes.
What would you like us to know about yourself?
My most recent adventure is the relocation of our store. My husband and I have owned VIP Eyes for eleven years now and it is time for a change. We are so excited to have found a new space to shape and mold for the future of our optical boutique. We are planning to open on Monday November 8th, so we have been very busy. Our new location is in the Pine Tree Shopping Plaza at 1038 Brighton Avenue in Portland. We are currently working on a website that we hope to launch in the next coming month www.vipeyesportland.com. We invite you to visit us either online or at our new home!
November 2010 Nia Class schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE days: Monday Nov 1rst and Saturday Nov 6th
November 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
November 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
South Portland Community Center
Gentle NIA 7:30-8:30am
7 week session starts Nov 2nd
$96 session ($10 non-resident fee and senior discounts available)
Drop in $12 (class cards do not apply)
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
6:00-7:00pm*
7 week session starts Nov 3rd
$70 session ($10 non-resident fee and senior discounts available)
Drop in $12 (class cards do no apply)
Thursdays
South Portland Community Center
Gentle NIA 7:30-8:30am
See tuesdays Gentle NIA for details
Drop in $12 (class cards do not apply)
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15 (Class cards do no apply)
2 hour validated parking with Free St Parking Garage
Drop in is a day pass!
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class) $160 for 20 ($8 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad Monday and Saturday Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class) $160 for 20 ($8 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad Monday and Saturday Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Monday, October 18, 2010
October 2010 NIA Student Spotlight - Melora Gregory
Melora...What do you love about NIA?
Having taught yoga for 18 years, and danced both in classes and 'out on the dance floor' all my 50 years, I found in Nia a great way to work up a sweat with an intention to be in unison with others yet in your own style! I love the laughter, no pressure atmosphere and the music variations, going from funk to jazz to latin to where ever. My favorite part is vocalizing with the moves something we don't do in yoga! I tell people if they have tried yoga and don't like it, to try a different teacher, for each teacher and each style they teach is different and will connect with you uniquely. My very first class with vibrant and enthusiastic Maggie, I knew she was the dance teacher for me!
What brings you joy?
I find joy in simple side by side evenings stargazing with my deep thinking daughter. I love long mountain bike rides in the woods with my big dog sniffing out the trail. I take great pleasure in being near, in or on the ocean, marveling at the powerful waves. I love to teach and practice yoga, and to dance to live music.
What would you like us to know about yourself?
My classes in yoga are just starting up for the Fall season at http://www.PortlandYogaStudio.com. Last year, I certified to teach a new body healing technique called http://www.YamunaBodyRolling.com which is like giving yourself a deep tissue massage that stimulates muscles, bones and nerve roots. I offer a class in South Portland every Tuesday evening at 6:30 that you are all welcome to try, see my website at http://www.MeloraYoga.com.
More about the NIA Student Spotlight:
Looking for my winter spotlights....is it you? If you have a story to share and would like to let the NIA community know a little more about you, answer these 3 questions and email them to me along with a picture of yourself to:
maggie@dancenia.com
1. What do you love about Nia (what have your learned about your body's way)?
2. What brings you joy?
3. What would you like us to know?
namaste, Maggie
Maggie Bokor
Certified Blue Belt Nia Instructor
www.dancenia.com
207-899-5939
Thursday, September 30, 2010
October 2010 Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE days: Saturday Oct 2nd and Monday Oct 4th
October 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
October 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
South Portland Community Center
Gentle NIA 7:30-8:30am
Drop in $12 (class cards do not apply)
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
6:00-7:00pm*
FREE Class Sept 15th
Drop in $12 (class cards do no apply)
Thursdays
South Portland Community Center
Gentle NIA 7:30-8:30am
Drop in $12 (class cards do not apply)
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15 (Class cards do no apply)
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class) $160 for 20 ($8 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad Monday and Saturday Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Friday, September 24, 2010
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
NIA Student Spotlight- Meet Amyrain
Amyrain...What do you love about NIA?I've taken bellydance, hiphop, african dance and yoga, but NIA is the perfect conglomerate of all of these. I've always had an aversion to dieting and exercise because I love food, hate restrictions and workout clothes tend not to be my most flattering. NIA is great for me because it doesn't feel like the Richard Simmons videos I grueled through in my chubby youth. It feels like a moving meditation. I always leave class feeling more balanced, grounded and confident in my body. Unlike some larger dance studios, the women who attend NIA are so nice and welcoming. I work for SARSSM, The Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine and NIA is an invaluable facet of my ability to face trauma and non-profit work everyday.
What brings you joy?
After class you can spot me at the farmers market, on First Friday Artwalks, or in the cat section of the grocery store buying treats for my furry family. I'm also an avid tarot geek. I've been studying the cards for over 5 years and do readings at coffee shops. Here's my tarot blog: http://deliciousfemmefortunes.blogspot.com
What would you like us to know about yourself?
This September you can see me on stage at the St. Lawrence in The Femme Show! We are a sexy and smart performance art show that celebrates queer femme identity. This year the Portland Show will highlight my monologue titled: "Are You High Maintenance?!" And an all-new Femme Show debuts in Cambridge, in October. Take the Downeaster down and come see both! Check us out at: http://www.thefemmeshow.com/blog/
More about the NIA Student Spotlight:
I have been thinking about ways to connect our amazing women in the Nia community for a long time. Every class there is an instant buzz when people meet or reconnect before class. When we are in circle, we share a bit about ourselves. So I have created a montly platform for sharing. If you have a story to share and would like to let the NIA community know a little more about you, then consider the spotlight. Looking for my October member.... Interested?All you need to do is answer these 3 questions and email them to me along with a picture of yourself to:
maggie@dancenia.com
1. What do you love about Nia (what have your learned about your body's way)?
2. What brings you joy?
3. What would you like us to know?
namaste, Maggie
Maggie Bokor
Certified Blue Belt Nia Instructor
www.dancenia.com
207-899-5939
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Sept 2010 Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE days: Saturday Sept 4th and Monday Sept 6th
September 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio (until Sept 14th)
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
September 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio (until Sept 14th)
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
FREE CLASS Thur Sept 16th
SPCC 7:30am
6 week Session Sept 21-Oct 28
$98 for session ($5 charge for non-residents)
Drop in $12 (class cards do not apply)
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
FREE Class Sept 15th
Drop in $12
6 week session Sept 22-Oct 27th
$60 ($5 charge for non-residents)
Thursdays
Home Studio (until Sept 14th)
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Thursdays
Home Studio (until Sept 14th)
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
FREE CLASS Thur Sept 16th
SPCC 7:30am
6 week Session Sept 21-Oct 28
$98 for session ($5 charge for non-residents)
Drop in $12 (class cards do not apply)
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Monday, August 2, 2010
August 2010 Nia Classes with Maggie Bokor
Fabulous Guest Teacher August Schedule
Mon aug 9th 6pm Railroad Ashley
Wed aug 11th 6pm SPCC Lindy
Thur Aug 12 noon Bay Club Lindy
Sat aug 14th 9am Railroad Erin
Mon Aug 16th 6pm Railroad Ashley
Thur Aug 19 noon Bay club Lindy
Sat Aug 21 9am Railroad Erin
Mon aug 23rd 6pm Ashley
Mon aug 9th 6pm Railroad Ashley
Wed aug 11th 6pm SPCC Lindy
Thur Aug 12 noon Bay Club Lindy
Sat aug 14th 9am Railroad Erin
Mon Aug 16th 6pm Railroad Ashley
Thur Aug 19 noon Bay club Lindy
Sat Aug 21 9am Railroad Erin
Mon aug 23rd 6pm Ashley
Bring a friend FREE days: Monday August 2nd and Saturday August 7th.
August 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
No class from August 10-24th
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Last Class August 11th
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Last Class August 11th
Drop in $10
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
No Class August 12 & 19th
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Monday, July 26, 2010
Special Nia Class with Casey Bernstein
One Night Only!!!!! Catch Black Belt Nia Trainer Casey Bernstein after her Camden teacher training for a special Nia class right here in Portland. Bask in the White Belt Training glow....Tuesday July 27th
5:45pm
Casco Bay Movers
517 Forest Ave Portland
$13 (The number of transformation)
5:45pm
Casco Bay Movers
517 Forest Ave Portland
$13 (The number of transformation)
Drop in for the full price or use your class card and bring a few bucks to make up the difference. All checks made out to Maggie Bokor. Call me with any questions 207-899-5939. Don't miss a chance to dance with our favorite Albany Nia trainer before she heads home. It will be a night to remember. namaste, Maggie
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Nia Workshop at High Mountain Hall in Camden Maine-Thursday June 3rd and Chill Yoga Lewiston June 5th
Learn to Love Your Feet-Love Your Body Nia Workshop:
Saturday June 5th
Chill Yoga
Lewiston, ME
3-4:30pm
$10
Nia is a joyful, worldwide transformational fitness practice that blends movements from the dance arts, the martial arts and the healing arts (such as yoga). Nia offers cardiovascular whole-body conditioning, stress reduction, increased strength, flexibility and greater balance. It is done barefoot to eclectic music to get your heart pumping and your body moving.
In “The Learn to Love Your Feet Workshop”, we will learn about the steps and stances that make up this amazing movement. We will integrate all of our new moves into an hour long Nia class with music that will inspire you to go even deeper into your Nia experience. This workshop is for those new to Nia or those who have already begun their Nia practice. No experience with Nia or any other movement form is required. Come prepared to enjoy great music, playful movement and heart centered facilitation.
*Bonus* Learn about the upcoming Nia Teacher Training happening in Camden Maine this July with Nia Trainer Casey Bernstein.
Friday, May 28, 2010
June 2010 Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE days Saturday June 5th and Monday June 7th.
June 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
5 week 1rst Summer Session June 2-30th ($40)
Drop in $10
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
June 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
5 week 1rst Summer Session June 2-30th ($40)
Drop in $10
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:15-8:15am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Thursday, April 29, 2010
May 2010 Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE daysSaturday May 1rst and Monday May 3rd. Erin Curren, guest teaching, Saturday May 1rst with special $10 drop in!
May 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Mommy and Me Nia
Class 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $12/ May session $40
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
May 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Mommy and Me Nia
Class 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $12/ May session $40
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Friday, April 16, 2010
This morning's email from Abraham-Hicks- Worth a read
"Most people have a hard time delegating, or even wanting to delegate, because you have been justifying your existence through your hard work, and you equate success with struggle; you equate results with struggle. And so, you sort of wear your struggle like a badge of honor. And all of that is opposite of allowing the Well-being. The only thing that ever matters in success or achievement is your achieving the things that you want to achieve. So if you are setting standards and you're feeling uncomfortable about the standards that you've set, tweak the standards back a little bit. Ratchet it back a notch. Give yourself a break. Give yourself the benefit of the doubt. Lighten up. Be easier. Go slower. Take it easy. Have more fun. Love yourself more. Laugh more. Appreciate more. All is well. You can't get it wrong. You never get it done."
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Bring a Friend FREE All Month Long- Mondays and Saturdays!
Dance with your favorite people and treat them to a Nia class on me. I have extended my Bring a Friend FREE Monday and Saturday Classes at the Railroad Building throughout the month of April. So celebrate spring and find a buddy to share the joy of movement!Bring a Friend FREE Days
Mondays 6-7pm
Saturdays 9-10am
Railroad Building
Room #240
222 St. John St Portland
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Casey Bernstein's 3rd Annual White Belt Nia Training ing Maine!
It's official!! Casey Bernstein, Nia Black Belt Trainer from Albany, will be hosting her third Nia White Belt Teacher Training this summer in Maine. July 17- 23rd at the gorgeous High Mountain Hall in Camden, ME. You can find out more at now at http://www.nianow.com/
Monday, April 5, 2010
April Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE Special!!!
Every Monday and Saturday in APRIL!
April 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Mommy and Me Nia
Class 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $12/ Monthly session options
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10-8 week session starts April 7th $64 ($5 charge non-residents)
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Every Monday and Saturday in APRIL!
April 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Mommy and Me Nia
Class 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $12/ Monthly session options
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10-8 week session starts April 7th $64 ($5 charge non-residents)
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Monday, March 1, 2010
March 2010 Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE
Monday March 1rst 6-7pm Railroad Building
Saturday March 6th 9-10am Railroad Building
March 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Mommy and Me Nia
Class 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $12/ Monthly session options
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10-6 week session Feb 24-Mar 31 $48 ($5 charge non-residents)
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Monday March 1rst 6-7pm Railroad Building
Saturday March 6th 9-10am Railroad Building
March 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Mommy and Me Nia
Class 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $12/ Monthly session options
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10-6 week session Feb 24-Mar 31 $48 ($5 charge non-residents)
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
What moms are saying about my Mommy and Me Nia Class
Mommy and Me Nia has been an amazing way for me to reconnect with my body after the enormous transitions of pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. It not only provides me with precious time to move my body, exercise and stretch, but my baby loves being snuggled in while we move to great music. Maggie is the perfect instructor for this class-- she manages to make space for both spirituality and humor, and embraces the flexibility our little ones require. - LynnCatherine and I love Mommy and Me Nia. I love to dance and am always dancing around the house. This class is a great time for me to really connect with my daughter and myself as well as reap the benefits of the movement all in a group setting. Maggie is a wonderful instructor and always makes class safe, exciting, and enjoyable. She has great energy and truly looks forward to seeing all of the Moms and babies each week. Finally, I look forward to seeing the other Moms and being able to chat and I love it that Catherine is able to interact with the other babies, which she appears to really enjoy. Try it once and you will be hooked.- Stephanie
Mommy and Me Nia with Maggie Bokor
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30am
Railroad Building Room #240
22 St. John St Portland 04101
Drop in $12 Monthly Session Price ($10 per class)
check out www.dancenia.com for more information
Suitable for newborns and babies. Please bring sling or carrier for dancing with your little one. Blankets for floor time.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Few Spots Left for Saturday Morning NIA with Casey
There are still a few spaces left for Saturday Morning's Casey Class. Follow the link and sign up before it's too late!
Class with Casey Bernstein
9-10:30am Sat Feb 20th
Railroad Building Room 240 Dragonfly Taijiquan
222 St. John St Portland 04101
$15 drop in or a few bucks and your class card.
Meet, Greet & Support hour free to everyone to hang out with Casey and deepen your Nia practice. 10:30-11:30am
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Caey Bernstein is coming to Maine Feb 20th & 21rst!!!
Our beloved Black Belt Nia Trainer from Albany, Casey Bernstein, is coming to Maine next weekend! She will be teaching my 9am Railroad Building Saturday Class followed by a meet-greet-support hour. Everyone is invited, but only the first 25 will fit in the studio....so act fast. Follow this link to sign up for the class. 9-10:30am. $15 drop in or a few bucks and your class card. http://www.doodle.com/ny2sqh7kqmaixykbOn Sunday, Casey will be hosting a first ever Nia event in Augusta! I will be posting a flyer for the event later this week. It will happen from 12:30-1:45pm at the Augusta YMCA. FREE to everyone up to 25 participants max, so first come, first serve! Check out more about Casey at http://www.nia-yoga.com/. She should not be missed! THIS AUGUSTA EVENT HAS COMPLETELY FILLED UP! HOPE YOU ARE ONE OF THE LUCKY ONES ATTENDING!!!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Words to live by
Nelson Mandela used this amazing quote from Marianne Williamson's book Return to Love during his inaugural speech in 1994 and it has become my mantra for 2010.
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
FREE NIA CLASS-NEW TUESDAY TIME!
Kicking off our new Tuesday night NIA with a FREE class for everyone! Bring a friend, grab your water and dance!
TUESDAY JAN 19TH
5:15pm-6:15pm
RAILROAD BUILDING(near Margaritas)
RM#240 DRAGONFLY TAIJIQUAN
222 ST. JOHN ST. PORTLAND
Park in back and take the elevator to the 2nd floor.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Martin Luther King Jr Day-NIA tonight
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy – Martin Luther King JR
In celebration of a great man, we will celebrate our freedom to move, dance and explore our bodies, minds and spirits. Open your heart, open your door, get a move on and let's dance together.
In celebration of a great man, we will celebrate our freedom to move, dance and explore our bodies, minds and spirits. Open your heart, open your door, get a move on and let's dance together.
NIA Tonight
January 18th
Monday 6-7pm
Railroad Building #240
222 St. John St Portland
Saturday, January 9, 2010
New Tuesday Night Class Poll
TUESDAY NIGHT NIA!!!!
RAILROAD BUILDING-ROOM #240
The request for more NIA has been answered. So who's in? Please click on this link and fill out this one page survey to help me figure out what would be the best time to teach. You do not need to participate if Tuesdays aren't a possibility for you. This will be one more class where you can use your 3 month Class Cards or drop in anytime for $12.
Click Here to Participate!
http://www.doodle.com/8kyp5a9qdvtvyuwf
RAILROAD BUILDING-ROOM #240
The request for more NIA has been answered. So who's in? Please click on this link and fill out this one page survey to help me figure out what would be the best time to teach. You do not need to participate if Tuesdays aren't a possibility for you. This will be one more class where you can use your 3 month Class Cards or drop in anytime for $12.
Click Here to Participate!
http://www.doodle.com/8kyp5a9qdvtvyuwf
Mommy and Me Class Poll
MOMMY & ME NIA CLASS POLL
To all my lovely Nia Mommies out there, I have not forgotten you. Please help me figure out the next steps for our class. Click on the link below to pick the best times for you and your baby. I will need 5 committed moms to rent a studio space and will start teaching class at my home studio at 36 Columbus Rd in Cape Elizabeth for now. We will keep it at Tuesday 10:30am until I receive information from the poll. Please email or call me if you are planning to come on Tuesday the 12th, so I can plan ahead. maggie@dancenia.com 207-899-5939
Click Here to Participate
http://www.doodle.com/w2zhkf5nggtbctxn
To all my lovely Nia Mommies out there, I have not forgotten you. Please help me figure out the next steps for our class. Click on the link below to pick the best times for you and your baby. I will need 5 committed moms to rent a studio space and will start teaching class at my home studio at 36 Columbus Rd in Cape Elizabeth for now. We will keep it at Tuesday 10:30am until I receive information from the poll. Please email or call me if you are planning to come on Tuesday the 12th, so I can plan ahead. maggie@dancenia.com 207-899-5939
Click Here to Participate
http://www.doodle.com/w2zhkf5nggtbctxn
Thursday, January 7, 2010
January 2010 Nia Schedule with Maggie Bokor
Bring a friend FREE
Saturday Jan 2nd 9:00am Railroad Building
Monday Jan 4th6:00pm Railroad Building
Free First Class at SPCC for everyone! DEC 6th
January 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Check in for more details after the new year for Newborns & Infants Mommy and Me Nia Classes
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
First Class FREE for everyone Jan 6th
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10-6 week session Jan 13th-Feb 17th $48 ($5 charge non-residents)
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Saturday Jan 2nd 9:00am Railroad Building
Monday Jan 4th6:00pm Railroad Building
Free First Class at SPCC for everyone! DEC 6th
January 2010 Schedule
Mondays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Tuesdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Check in for more details after the new year for Newborns & Infants Mommy and Me Nia Classes
Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
First Class FREE for everyone Jan 6th
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $10-6 week session Jan 13th-Feb 17th $48 ($5 charge non-residents)
Thursdays
Home Studio
Class 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm*
Drop in $15
Saturdays
Dragonfly Taijiquan Studio-Railroad Building
Class 9:00-10:00am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply
3 Month Class Cards*
$50 for 5 Classes ($10 per Class) $90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
Class cards can be used at Dragonfly Railiroad and Home Studio Classes only.
Class cards will expire after 90 days after purchase.
Location Information:
Bay Club Fitness
One City Center Portland
(all Bay Club members welcome-drop in $15 for club visitors)
South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org
Dragonfly Taijiquan-Railroad Building*
Room 240 222 St. John St Portland
Park in back near Margaritas and take the elevator to 2nd floor
Home Studio
36 Columbus Rd Cape Elizabeth 04107
www.dancenia.com
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
FREE NIA CLASS FOR EVERYONE!
FREE NIA CLASS
WED JAN 6TH
6PM-7PM
SPCC
Join us for the first SPCC Winter Session Nia Class for FREE! Sign up for the 6 week session Jan 13th-Feb 17th when you come try it out. ($48 for So Po residents and $53 for non-residents) The South Portland Community Center is located at 21 Nelson Rd off Evans. The studio is on the 2nd floor above the pool. Happy dancing everyone!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Bring a Friend FREE Nia Class Tonight!
Bring a friend for FREE tonight at our first Monday Night Class at Dragonfly Taijiquan Room 240 in the Railroad Building 222 St. John's St in Portland near Margaritas. Make sure to bring some water and a mat if you like. Drop in for $12 or use your class card and your friend or family member comes for FREE!
NIA Tonight
Monday January 4th
6-7pm
Railroad Building Rm 240
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Sat January 2nd Class is ON!
First Class of 2010!
See you all at the Railroad Building Rm 240 at 222 St. John St in Portland. Right next to Margaritas. Park in back and take the elevator to the 2nd floor. Don't forget your mat and water! See you at 9am! It's bring a friend FREE day!!!!!
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