So what's with all this change at NiaDivas? Well first off, much has stayed the same. It's still Lesley and I (and lesley's husband , NiaPimp webmaster, Don). We're still at Youngstown teachin' what we love three day's a week. And yet, something is stirring.

That's what happens when I take  8 weeks away from the daily task of having a business and let some fresh air in. You see, I've always wanted NiaDivas to be more than just a place where you take classes. And I've always felt I am more than just a Nia Teacher. Not more in a "better than" way.  Just more in a "there is so much I love to share" way. And so, with the doors wide open this summer, inspiration dropped into my head. Ya know..that voice that isn't part of your own thinking brain. The voice that seems to come out of know where ( I was curling my hair) and yet make so much sense!

And the voice said...go beyond and also with Nia.  Be willing to connect ... share all that you love that can help people feel better in their life. I admit, I'm a personal growth junkie. Yup, self-describe, I love to splash around in anything from Feldenkrais, to intention setting, to meditating. I've always been this way. It's my creative path. I like to get in, get a taste (or a big bite) and then share all that is great about it with others. I've learned the most important part of this process for me is --to share it. Without that--it's not so fun.  So I want to bring that to you, and others. You as members of something that is more than taking fitness classes. You as, individual self-mastery seekers, who are a community of learning, loving and sharing. 

What's the ultimate big picture... are you ready to envision with me?? An alternative wellness community. I want a place where the norm is treating our bodies with love, joy and respect. A place where we can do (all my favorite--and yours too) inspiring, educational and holistic alternative forms of exercise (pilates, feldenkrais, Nia, yoga). I want a place where we come together to learn about our health, decreasing stress and expressing more joy in our daily lives. A resource for exploring and learning what's groovy out there---without having to leave West Seattle.  Take the regular health club environment and turn it on it's ear with beautiful music, gorgeous holistic equipment and a sensual dancing room. Now I'm seeing sexy, vibrant, wellness for the whole person.

So I'm starting this way. By introducing wonderful nuggets of "helping us feel better in our life" to NiaDivas.   If the time is right for this Alternative Health Club, I trust you'll be a part of these seeds blossoming.  Is it just me or does this stir something in you too?   Love to hear from you.... Thanks for helping me share! xo, Jill    (email jill@niadivas.com or just leave a comment for all to see!)