FreeDance Playshop with Julianne Corey-March 13 Portland Maine

Free Yourself with a Fabulous FreeDance Playshop
"Playing with Potential" with Julianne Corey
Sunday March 13th 2-4pm

Dragonfly Taijiquan Rm#240
Railroad Building
222 St. John St, Portland

Pre-registration Price $20 ($30 package includes routine music CD Butterfly)

Price at the Door $25($40package with CD)

"When I think of what FreeDance provides, I think of the possibility of human form. I choose the word "possibility" because possibility is the gateway to our true potential. "Potential" means there is a possibility for me to change, to transform and grow into a physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually developed human being." from Debbie Rosas, founder and CEO of the Nia Technique.

Nia FreeDance is more than just doing your boogie. It is an 8 stage process intended to stimulate movement creativity. FreeDance is an expanded experience that takes you out of "just dancing" and into the river of the unexpected. Practicing FreeDance allows you to witness your own movement habits and develop body awareness, which gives you access to your body's messages. FreeDance provides you with the space to listen to your body, mind, heart and spirit to make choices, to direct the kind of healing and conditioning you need, and to be in conscious relationship with yourself.

In this 2 hour playshop, you will go deeper into the Nia 8 stage process of FreeDance, we'll have some time for journaling our experiences and we will bring our exploration into a full hour-long Nia class. Join us to play and explore the possibilities of who you are and who you dream to be.

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!

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

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

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

Drop in $10

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

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. - Lynn

Catherine 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.

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/ny2sqh7kqmaixykb

On 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!!!

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.

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

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)

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

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!

Last Nia Class in 2009

LAST NIA CLASS IN 2009!

12:00-1:00pm
Bay Club Fitness
$15 Drop in

Join me at the Bay Club today at noon for the final Nia class in 2009! Prepare to leave all your worries behind and dance into the new year with style! $15 drop in for non-members. Bay Club is located on the 2nd floor of One City Center in Portland. Come get your boogie on before the snow!

Nia Bucks Giveaway! Last Classes at World Arts

LAST CLASSES AT WORLD ARTS

(Classes move to Railroad Building...see below)

Saturday Dec 26th 9am

Monday Dec 28th 6pm

$25 Nia Bucks Give Away at both classes. You must be present to be entered in the drawing. Use the bucks towards drop ins or a class card. Stay after class to find out the winner and do a little holiday celebrating together!

Our beloved studio-World Arts-will be closing its doors on Dec 31rst, 2009. We will miss that beautiful studio with the bamboo floors and all the great vibes. My Monday night at Saturday morning classes will move to the Railroad Building Room 240 at 222 St. John St in Portland. It's right down the street from World Arts near Margaritas. We will have our Bring a Friend FREE classes at our new location on Sat Jan 2nd and Monday Jan 4th. So make a note of the big change! All this info is on my calendar at www.dancenia.com

13 The Number of Transformation

Taught 4 Steps and Stances workshops back to back in my home studio yesterday. First began at 1pm and I finished around 7:30pm. What a day! I set the price at $13 per student and kept the classes down to 2-4 students for semi-private sessions. Each class was a little over an hour and I kept them running until the next group showed up. Cool and over cast start of the day ended with a bizarre snow squall as the last group left in the dark. What a day. AND I had 13 students. Guess is was just meant to be.

13 is the number of Transformation. I hope is was transformational for everyone who came...I know it was for me!

October 2009 Dance Nia Schedule-Maggie Bokor

Bring a friend FREE
Saturday Oct 3rd 9:00am World Arts
Monday Oct 5th 6:00pm World Arts

October 2009 Schedule

Mondays

World Arts
Class 6:00-7:00pm*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply

Tuesdays

Healthy Body Fit Mind
Gentle Nia 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply

Terpsicore Dance
Toddlers Mommy and Me Nia 9:30-10:15am
Drop in $15 anytime

Terpsicore Dance
Newborns & Infants Mommy and Me Nia 10:30-11:30am
Drop in $15 anytime

Wednesdays

South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm
Drop in $10 anytime

Thursdays

Healthy Body Fit Mind
Gentle Nia 7:30-8:30am*
Drop in $12/ Class cards apply

Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm
$15 drop in

Saturdays

Worlds Arts
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) $160 for 20 classes ($8 per class)
Class cards can be used at World Arts and Healthy Body Fit Mind 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

Terpsicore Dance

798 Main St South Portland 04106 Southside Plaza

www.terspicoredance.com

World Arts Coop*
65 W. Commercial St Portland 04101
(Under Casco Bay Bridge in Match star building-red with black awning)
www.worldartscoop.com

Nia Live at the Alive and Well Health & Fitness Expo This Saturday 2:30-3pm

Kelly LaBrecque called me last week to ask if I would like to do a Nia demonstration at the Alive and Well Expo this weekend and the Cumberland County Civic Center in Portland as WCSH6 Channel 6 Fit at Five Feature! Come join us on stage from 2:30-3:00pm for 1/2 hour of Nia bliss! We will be taking the stage at 2:30 and asking members of the audience to come up and try Nia. Kelly will be dancing with us and I am looking forward to getting the word out about Nia. So put on your Nia wear and head on over to the Alive and Well Expo this Saturday, Sept 26th! Check out all the details at http://www.wcsh6.com/life/community/events/aliveandwell/

September 2009 Dance Nia Schedule

Bring a friend FREE
Saturday Sept 5th 9:00am World Arts
Monday Sept 7th 6:00pm World Arts

September 2009 Schedule

Mondays

World Arts
Class 6:00-7:00pm
Drop in $12

Tuesdays

Healthy Body Fit Mind
Gentle Nia 7:30-8:30am
Drop in $12/ Monthly Membership $79

Wednesdays

South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm
Drop in $10 anytime/ Fall Session starts Sept 23rd

Thursdays

Healthy Body Fit Mind
Gentle Nia 7:30-8:30am
Drop in $12/ Montly Membership $79

Bay Club Fitness
Class 12:00-1:00pm
$15 drop in

Saturdays

Worlds Arts
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 World Arts 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

Terpsicore Dance

798 Main St South Portland 04106

www.terspicoredance.com

World Arts Coop*
65 W. Commercial St Portland 04101
(Under Casco Bay Bridge in Match star building-red with black awning)
www.worldartscoop.com

Pictures from the Extravadanca Event at Space

What a fun night! So many amazing performances. Belly dancing, tribal belly dancing, samba, capoera, and us! Here are a few cool images from our Nia group. Thank you to Greg, Aura, Bonnie, Debra and Lindy. You guys rock! Thank you all who came out to check out our World Arts classes and boogie to the beat!

Notes on Blue

What an amazing week! I am officially a Blue Belt Nia Instructor and loving it! My week in Portland Oregon with Nia Founders, Debbie Rosas and Carlos Rosas, was a profound experience that I will carry with me throughout my life. 40 eager Nia instructors came together to embrace this beautiful movement form. I am grateful for the chance to deepen my relationship with Nia and look forward to bringing more pleasure, insight and clarity to my classes.

9am Saturday World Arts Nia Class Reminder

Starting May 9th, this Saturday, the morning Nia Class at World Arts is now permanently at 9am-10am. See you there! Drop in anytime for $12! World Arts is located at 65 W. Commercial St in Portland in the Match Star Buildings near the Casco Bay Bridge.

IMPORTANT NEWS!!!!
Starting May 9th, World Arts Saturday Class will permanently change to 9am!

Bring a friend FREE will happen Saturday May 2nd at the last 8:40 and 10am classes AND at the Monday Night Elm Street Class at 6:15pm on May 4th! Use your class card or drop in for $12 and your friend or familiy member dances for FREE!

I am heading to my BLUE BELT Nia Teacher Training on May 14th and will return on May 29th to dance with you all Saturday May 30th at 9am at World Arts. Lyn Suggs has graciously accepted teaching my Saturday and Monday Classes. All other classes will be cancelled during my time away. Namaste!

May 2009 Schedule

Mondays
Elm Street Church*
6:15-7:15pm
Drop in $12
class cards apply

Tuesdays (no class on May 19 & 26th)
Home Studio*
Gentle Nia 7:15-8:15am
Drop in $12
class cards apply

Bay Club Fitness
Class 11:30am-12:25pm
$15 drop in

Wednesdays
South Portland Community Center
Class 6:00-7:00pm
Spring Session End May 13th
Drop in $10 anytime
Summer Session resumes on June 3rd

Thursdays (no class on May 21 & 28th)
Home Studio*
Gentle Nia 7:15-8:15am
Drop in $12
class cards apply

Bay Club Fitness
Class 11:30am-12:25pm
$15 drop in

Saturdays
May 2nd-Bring a Friend for FREE!!!! Last double class week. 8:40 and 10am classes end after May 2nd!

Worlds Arts Portland*
Class 9:00-10:00am STARTS MAY 9th
Drop in $12
class cards apply

3 Month Class Cards*
$90 for 10 classes ($9 per class)
$160 for 20 classes ($8 per class)
Class cards can be used at Elm Street, World Arts and My Home 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)

Elm Street Church*
168 Elm Street South Portland 04106
(off Broadway between Cash Corner and RT77)

Home Studio*
Please email me at maggie@dancenia.com or call me at 207-899-5939 for the addresss and directions.

South Portland Community Center
21 Nelson Rd South Portland 04106
(sign up for session at desk. Drop in $10 anytime)
http://www.southportland.org

World Arts Coop*
65 W. Commercial St Portland 04101
(Under Casco Bay Bridge in Match star building-red with black awning)
www.worldartscoop.com