Past Events listed below in reverse order (by month)
July 2010 special events:
*Saturday, July 3: 9-12 Cora Wen Yoga workshop: Blending safe Iyengar alignment with an active and flowing style. Benefit for the Feathered Pipe Scholarship Fund. $50. See attached flyer. Register with Kim at: Kim@featheredpipe.com
*Friday, July 9: 5:15-6:15 p.m. FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Saturday, July 17: 9;30-12 noon: Baxter Bell Yoga workshop: Learn the therapeutic benefits of Yoga and the global benefits of Yoga for the body and soul. Benefit for the Feathered Pipe Scholarship Fund. $50. See attached flyer. Register with Kim: kim@featheredpipe.com.
*Sunday, July 18: 10:00-12:00: A two-hour Nia Playshop, “Dancing to the Rhythms of Freedom,” benefiting Truth in Progress, a three-year multi-media project directed by Marilyn Bennett Alexander, which explores issues of race, sexual orientation, and religion, in order to build bridges of understanding within and across communities. More information coming soon. Contact Marilyn: 459-4142 about this important project.
*Saturdays, July 10 & 24: 9:00-10:15 a.m. Get your OM on with Saturday hatha flow yoga at Dancing Lotus Center. Hatha flow emphasizes fluid movement with fewer details given to each pose. The class links breath and movement through a continuous flow of sequential poses building internal heat and improving strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Saturday Hatha Flow Yoga is only $5 + food share donation per class! Taught by Barbara Denowh.” 490-0638
*Saturday, July 24: 10:30-12:30 Special Nia Playshop with Jamie: Chakra Dancer and Igniting the Waking Dream. More info contact Jamie: 465-6845.
Also look for 3 Yoga workshops this Summer,
June 11-13th with Betty Eiler!
Please join us in these 2 great Yoga opportunities with Cora Wen,& Baxter Bell
July 3rd 9:30-12 with Cora Wen!
July 17th 9:30-12 with Baxter Bell!
Be sure to check our Special Events for other classes
June 2010 Special Events
*Friday, June 4: 5:15-6:15 Free Stand Well by Standing Up for low back and neck pain. This is a fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand with integrity. Come as you are – no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly: 431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com.
*Saturday, June 5: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga!– Music + Movement = Magic! Dancing through Life Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn 461-5412 or Kelly 431-0809. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend
Betty Eiler Weekend: See Attached Flyer for details:
Friday, June 11: 6-8 p.m. – Restorative Yoga
Saturday, June12: 9-12 noon – Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees and Legs (part 1)
Sunday, June 13: 9-12 noon – Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees and Legs (part 1)
Special discount if paid before May 29th. Payment, registration and questions: Kelly 431-0809
*Saturday, June 19: 10-12 noon – Nia’s 52 moves with Lynn Bowman: Join Lynn Bowman for a two hour playshop to learn the 52 Stances, Steps and Moves that are the heart of Nia Choreography. Your $15 includes educational materials and a free pass (gift-able) to one of Lynn’s regular classes. Class size is limited. See attached flyer. Sign up at studio or Lynn: 431-1821 to reserve.
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YOGA WITH BETTY EILER
JUNE 11th,12th,&13th – 2010
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Betty Eiler will offer her weekend morning Yoga workshops plus a Fri. evening Restorative class to kick off the weekend! bettyeileryoga.com
Jun. 11th- Friday 6-8pm – Restorative yoga (see description below)
Jun. 12th- Saturday 9am-12oon -Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees, and Legs (part 1)
Jun. 13th Sunday 9am-12oon - Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees, and Legs (part 2)
Betty Eiler is a certified Iyengar Yoga Instructor.She has 28 years of experience teaching people of all ages, sizes, shapes, colors, and cultures. She encourages you to allow yoga to meet you where you are. Regardless of your body type, your hesitation or your unfamiliarity with yoga, there is yoga for every body and for you. Betty is recognized as the photogenic and inspirational model for Suza Francina’s books The New Yoga for People Over 50 and The New Yoga for Healthy Aging. Now in her mid 70’s, she is a true testament to aging with grace through yoga.
Betty has experienced the preeminence of yoga with its ability to preserve and extend youthful suppleness. Her teaching focuses on mind-body awareness, integration and personal transformation. As your guide and support she encourages you to allow yoga to meet you where you are.
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Relax and Restore
“Yoga is the union of the individual self with the universal self” – B.K.S. Iyengar
This workshop will begin with simple postures to release tension, lengthen and stretch tight muscles and enhance circulation. We release into and sense our bodies. Then, with the use of props, such as blankets, bolsters, blocks and straps you will be guided into specific restorative postures to enable deep relaxation and healing. Mindful breathing will be introduced to calm your nervous system. From there, a guided relaxation will help you to connect to stillness. The process of calming and quieting your actions, thoughts and feelings enables you to move into increased self awareness. Practiced regularly, this will give your body the freedom it needs to merge into wholeness and peace. It is excellent preparation for meditation.
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YOGA FOR HIPS, GROINS, KNEES AND LEGS
We humans use legs for movement and support just as a car uses wheels to move and carry it. Balance in our lower extremities is as important to our bodies as a well inflated and balanced tire is to a car. This workshop focuses on the intimate and dependent relationship of the hips, groins, knees and legs (feet too!) We will examine the effects of bringing equilibrium to these four body parts. With the assistance of props we will gradually move through a logical progression of standing, sitting, twisting and other applicable postures. The workshop is appropriate for most students at any level of competence. The two days of postures and discussion culminate with restoration and Savasana. (resting pose)
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For all 3 classes (8hrs ) only $105 if paid by May 29th
After May 29th $130.00 Break down per class if paid before May 29th:
Fri. - $25 if taking 2 or more classes ($30 after May 29th),
Sat.& Sun. – $40 if taking 2 classes ($50 after May 29th), (Sat. and Sun. classes build on each other, but can be taken separately) No refunds after June 1st.
Please send payment to register: c/o Kelly Baraby 40 N. Last Chance Gulch, Helena Mt. 59601
406-431-0809 kbaraby@gmail.com
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To sign up : Call Kelly at 431-0809, email- kbaraby@gmail.com
Register with payment to hold your place. Send to Kelly c/o Dancing Lotus Center 40 N. Last Chance
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*Saturday June 26: 9:00-10:15 a.m. Get your OM on with Saturday hatha flow yoga at Dancing Lotus Center. Hatha flow emphasizes fluid movement with fewer details given to each pose. The class links breath and movement through a continuous flow of sequential poses building internal heat and improving strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Saturday Hatha Flow Yoga is only $5 + food share donation, or 1 punch on card per class! Taught by Barbara Denowh.” 490-0638 See attached flyer for dates!
*Tuesday Restorative yoga on Hold for the Summer
*Movement Therapy Class on Mondays at 1:30 with Jamie is ON HOLD until the Fall. “Thank you for all of your participation and there will be more info about this class in the Fall”, Jamie 465-6845
May 2010 Special Events
*Saturday, May 1: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga! – The Joy of Movement! Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn 461-5412 or Kelly 431-0809. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J
*Friday, May 7: 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UPfor Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
Saturday, May 8th : 9-10:15 a. m. Hatha yoga flow with Barbara , Free with Food Share Donation. Please join us and fill the box! Great way to receive while you give!
CANCELED -New date TBA /Saturday, May 8 ~YOGA FOR VITALITY~ A Fundraising workshop for Montana Horse Sanctuary. Please Register by May 2nd. With Kelly Baraby & Barbara Denowh, TIMES: 3 separate sessions 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 2 – 4 p.m. COST: $85 for the day, or $15 for the early one-hour session & $40 each for the longer sessions. Maximum # of students: 35 for the morning sessions & 20 in the afternoon session 431-0809
*Sunday, May 16: 10-12 a.m. Special Nia Playshop with Britta von Tagen! Yes, Britta is back – a new class Sacred Livelihood – the exploration of our relationship with our work, passion and love. Yes, this is a Nia class – an amazing opportunity to be with our beloved Britta and taste the sweet sensation of being alive with our livelihood. All levels, all bodies welcome. More info: Kathryn 461-5412. $30 preregistered or $40 at door.
Yes, Britta is back – a new class: Sacred Livelihood – the exploration of our relationship with our work, passion and love.
Yes, this is a Nia class – an amazing opportunity to be with our beloved Britta and taste the sweet sensation of being alive with our livelihood. All levels, all bodies welcome. More info: Kathryn 461-5412. $30 preregistered or $40 at door.
The Oneness Awakening Course
Helena MT, May 22-23, 2010
Join us on an inward journey that starts from where you are and moves you towards a state of Oneness, a state where there is no resistance, no conflict, no suffering – a state of joy and peace.
Facilitated by Catherine Scherwenka, certified Oneness Trainer
The new Oneness Awakening Course replaces the Oneness Experience Course and now adds the Mukth Deeksha. Mukthi Deeksha is a direct Blessing from Sri Bhagavan without any human intermediary. Mukthi means Liberation or Awakening. The purpose of this Mukthi Deeksha is to quickly move us into a greater Awakening Of Oneness. This Mukthi Deeksha utilizes an ancient method of directly transferring Grace that has been Effective for 1000’s of years. This course is for anyone who is interested in quickly gaining a deeper Understanding and experience of the process of growth towards Oneness. The course is taught by Oneness Trainers and includes teachings, discussions, and exercises to help establish an intimate, personal relationship with the Divine, enhance personal growth in consciousness. The culmination of this weekend course on Sunday afternoon will be the Mukthi Deeksha to help move you into higher states of Oneness and initiates you as a Oneness Blessing Giver!
Dates: Saturday and Sunday
May 22-23, 2010
Location: TBA
Cost: $195
To register contact: Elizabeth
Scherwenka escherwenka@gmail.com
415.497.6992
Local contact: Cathy Jenkins
406.431.7194
April 2010 Special Events
Earth Day 4-22-10 celebration classes.pdf
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*Saturday, April 3: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga!– The Joy of Movement! Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Jamie 465-6845 or Kelly 431-0809. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J (sliding scale available)
*April 5th 4pm and April 7th 10 am yoga classeswill have a guest teacher- Barbara Denowh shares a flow yoga class!
* Saturday April 10th 10am Flow Yoga with Barbara Free introductory class! Join us and meet Barbara
NEW CLASS
*Tuesday, April 6th 6:45-7:45pm Egyptian Style Belly Dance w/ Arwen Come enjoy the beautiful and traditional ethnic movements and music of Egyptian belly dance. All body styles are welcome! Egyptian belly dance allows for personal expression as an individual dancer. It uses natural body movement within the traditional cultural framework. Historically, belly dance grew out of Middle Eastern social dances. Today, it is performed on stage, but still danced for fun in the home.http://www.qcorientalacademy.com/
*Friday, April 9: 5:30-6:30 p.m.FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UPfor Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Friday, April 16, 5:15-6:00 p.m.FREEINTRODUCTION TO NIA!Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
Earth Day 4-22-10 celebration classes.pdf
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Special events March 2010
*Saturday, March 6 : 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga!– Listen to the Voice of Your Body, Sensation, with Joy! Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Karen, 442-6073 or Kim, 431-6780, for more info. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J
*Friday, March 12: 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Friday March 19th 5:30 to 6:45pm. Join Lynn for a Moving Meditation to usher in Spring with a Lightness of Spirit. Pre-Register with Lynn at 431-1821 or email puck@mt.net The cost is one spot on your punch card or $10 drop-in. See the attached flyer for more information.
*Feb. 2, Tuesday 7-9pm Oneness Movement Blessing– Open to all, this evening of blessings guided by Catherine Schrwenka. Catherine has been offering these gatherings to deepen our experience of peace. Contact for Helena: Jennifer 406-431-1077, Catherine@onessnorthamerica.org
*Saturday, February 6 : 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga! – Start the Month of Love with a sincere desire to love your body, mind, spirit and emotions with commitment and joy. The focus of the class will be activating the Voice of The Body. One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412 Each hour = one spot on class card or sliding scale. Come to either or both classes. All levels, all bodies welcome. (flyer attached). Bring a Friend J
*Saturday, February 6: 3-5 p.m. Bellydance Hafla (Party!) Live music by Timbaru – Bellydance costume vendor Desert Dancer Imports – Henna artist Raina of Zhashki Henna. A casual dance party to experience bellydancing outside a classroom setting, to actually “dance” the moves learned in class. The public is welcome to come and watch demonstrations, ask questions or bring your dancing skirt and join in!! We will be asking monetary donations at the door to help pay for the room and the musicians, and non-perishable food for Food Share. Bobbi: 443-3301.
*Friday, February 12, Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14: Fundraiser for the People of Haiti: See attached schedule - 100% of proceeds go to relief for our Brothers and Sisters of Haiti. Come taste the sweet sensation of Nia and Yoga in a warm and friendly atmosphere with many Yoga and Nia teachers from around the Helena Community.. We will move our bodies to raise love and money for our Haitian Brothers and Sisters. Donations. Invite your friends, too. Kathryn, 461-5412 or Kelly 431-0809.
*Saturday, January 2: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kelly 431-0809.
Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome.
Kelly 431-0809. kbaraby@gmail.com
*Tue. January 5, 7-9pm, Oneness Movement Blessing – Open to all, this evening of blessings guided by Catherine Schrwenka. Catherine has been offering these gatherings to deepen our experience of peace.
*Fri. January 16, 5:30-6:30pm, Free class – Stand Well and Stand Up for Low Back and Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up.
*Fri. January22, 5:15-6pm, FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA!Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
Past Events 2008 & 2009
DECEMBER 2009
*Saturday, December 5: 9:30-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia Playshop – Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we keep the inner light alive in this season! One hour of energizing Nia and 1/2 hour of strength building and soothing cool down – Kathryn, 461-5412. 1 spot on class card or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J
*Friday, December 11: 5:15-6:00 p.m.FREEINTRODUCTION TO NIA! Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
* Friday, December 18, 5:30-6:30pm – FreeSTAND WELL BY STANDING UPfor Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Sunday, December 20 : 10-11:30 a.m.: Celebration of the Return of the Light Special Nia Playshop and Yoga FREE with donation to Food Share. Dancing through Life with light, pleasure, freedom and joy. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring your desire for joy and a friend J 461-5412. Kathryn
NOVEMBER 2009
*Sunday, November 1: 10-11:30 a.m.: Special Nia Playshop Come celebrate 4 years of Nia in Helena with Licensed Blue Belt Instructor, Kathryn Kelley. Dancing through Life with pleasure, freedom and joy. Free w/donation to FoodShare. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring your desire for joy and a friend ☺ 461-5412.
*Saturday, November 7: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga – Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we keep the inner light alive in this season! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412. Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend ☺
*Saturday, November 7: 12:30-3 p.m. – Psychology of Financial Freedom with D.A. Davidson Financial Advisors Terry Cohea and Sarah Scott and Psychotherapist Kathryn Kelley, Founder of Kelley Institute. Free. Donations for FoodShare accepted. Must register by November 4. Refreshments served. RSVP 442-9600 (Cathy Haag)
*Friday, November 13: 6-9 p.m.: Fall Artwalk featuring Roger Mathis Photography, Paintings by Peg Baraby and performance art demonstrations with Nia teachers, Belly dancing & Tango Helena.
* Friday, November 20, 5:30-6:30pm – Free STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
OCTOBER 2009
Saturday, October 3: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412. Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome.
Friday, October 16th, 5:30-6:30pm – Free STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
Friday, October 23: 5:15-6:00 p.m. FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA! Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412. Download flyer here.
AGING WITH GRACE THROUGH YOGA WITH BETTY EILER
Saturday & Sunday, October 24th & 25th 9-12pm - AGING WITH GRACE THROUGH YOGA Betty Eiler returns to DLC. 27 year Iyengar Yoga teacher offers class on aging with Yoga! Please join Betty Eiler in a Yoga workshop exploring aging with Yoga. As our bodies change how we practice may need to adjust. These 2 morning classes are for all levels as Betty is a skilled teacher in addressing modifications and needs. Download Betty’s workshop Flyer for details.
Cost: Register early! $45 for each segment till Oct. 9th. After Oct. 9th $55 each segment. $80 for both segments before Oct. 9th.
Please visit yogafinder.com for more info on this workshop.
Visit the YogaFinder website for another source of up-to-date yoga classes and events at Dancing Lotus Center.
SEPTEMBER 2009
TRIBAL-STYLE BELLYDANCE
Thursday, September 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bobbi Lambertson will offer a one hour tribal-style bellydance class in a modern style originating in San Francisco. It has an ancient look and feel, but the format is new and designed to accommodate many dancers on “stage” at the same time. This class will be part of our Class Card System. For more information contact Bobbie or 443-3301.
FIRST SATURDAY NIA/YOGA
Saturday, September 5: 9-11 a.m. Celebrate Labor Day, back to school and a new commitment to your body/mind/spirit/emotions as you bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412, Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale.
FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA!
Friday, September 11:: 5:15-6:00 p.m. Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
FREE CLASS!
STAND WELL AND STAND UP FOR LOW BACK & NECK PAIN
Friday, September 18: 5:30-6:30pm. An experiential/fun way to explore the relationship with pain and how we stand! Kelly 431-0809
AUGUST 2009
Free Class! Friday, August 21 - 5:30-6:30 pm – Stand Up Well and Stand Up for Low Back Pain. Come as you are and bring a friend! this class will give you an experience of how we stand affects our low back and how we can begin to change this dynamic. More info to come on class content. Email Kelly or call 406-431-0809.
Saturday, August 22: 9 a.m. -12 Noon. Nia Master Class with Nia Black Belt Trainer Britta Von Tagen – a special day of refining your Nia practice of “The Witness” and X-Ray Anatomy for Nia Students and Teachers. Beginners welcome! $30 pre paid, $35 at the door. Register with Kathryn 461-5412.
Saturday, August 22: 1-2 p.m. – Class for 2 ½ to 5 year old children for tumbling, expressive movement, costumes and art. Nia Black Belt Trainer Britta Von Tagen will teach movement-based cognitive development through fine and gross motor skill games, creativity and organized play stations. $10 for kids.
Register with Kathryn, 461-5412. (this class for kids is followed by a training for parents and teachers on how to make this creative expression a part of your child’s everyday practice, see flyer)
JULY 2009
Tuesday, July 21: 6:30-7:30 p.m. – FREE Introduction to Nia For Men Only
Class – an amazing health-giving technique of body movement and strengthening. Connect with your body, connect with the rhythms all around us – even if you don’t think any of them are present in your body. The choreography is easy, the experience is joyful, the benefits are remarkable. You really need to give this a try! With Kathryn Kelley, Licensed Nia Blue
Belt Instructor. Just show up a few minutes early – everybody else will be new too! 461-5412. (Download flyer)
Zumba has come to Dancing Lotus! Beginning in July, Kathryn’s Wednesday
12:05-12:55 classes will be a Nia/Zumba mix. Jamie’s Thursday 5:15-6:15
class will be Nia/Zumba/Modern. Come join the fun and see what Zumba is
all about!
JUNE 2009
Saturday, June 6: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga – Summer is here! Bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412, 2 spots on class card or sliding scale. Now, you can take EITHER OR BOTH Nia and/or Yoga and only pay for the time you spend. So, if you decide you only want to come for the Nia class, that’s fine, just pay one spot on your class card. Same true for the Yoga portion….Sweet!
Free Class – Fri. June 12th 5:30 – 6:30pm – “Stand up Well” by Standing up to release Low Back Pain. Learn how we stand affects our lower backs and how many of us create our own pain by how we stand. Learn the basics of one yoga pose. Contact Kelly at 431-0809 to sign up, or just show up for this free class.
MAY 2009
May 16-17, 2009 – Yoga with Betty Eiler in the Iyengar Tradition. Betty is a returning nationally known teacher who has so much to share. She is a 20 year plus student and teacher of Iyengar Yoga.
APRIL 2009
SPECIAL FREE CLASSES: Fridays at 5:30-6:30 pm — March 27, April 3 and April 24 LEARN WHAT IT MEANS TO STAND WELL AND STAND UP! A class for your Low back, a class for everyone! Three separate classes or repeat them as many times as you would like. This is an introductory class to standing well. It is also for those of you who are experienced Yoga practitioners/teachers. Our spines are designed to to support us, but few of us stand with normal curves and pelvis position. Come and play in a experiential class that will leave you rethinking how you stand!
Kelly Baraby will introduce the spine’s normal function, and how the way we stand affects lower back discomfort. Kelly is a 16-year Massage Therapist, nine-year certified Yoga teacher, and a student of life! She shares her love of Yoga and respect for the body in a light and playful class. Come as you are, no special clothes required! For more info, contact Kelly at 406-431-0809; email: kbaraby@gmail.com
Friday, April 3: 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Stand Well! Learn what it means to stand well and stand up! For your low back, a class for everyone – Kelly, 431-0809, Free
Saturday, April 4: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga – Its Spring! Bring the body back to life! Kathryn, 461-5412, 2 spots on class card or sliding scale.
Saturday April 4: 2-5 p.m. – Headstand/Shoulderstand, a functional/therapeutic Yoga approach, Kelly, 431-0809 $40, pre-registration required.
Sunday, April 5: 9-noon – Yoga, A Path to Awareness, a reflective process with Jennifer, 594-1095 & Kelly, 431-0809, $35, pre-registration required.
Saturday, April 18, 2-5 p.m. – Moving Stories Through the Body: Dancing Your Way Back Home with Jamie, Jamie 465-6845, $30 or sliding scale, pre-registration required.
Friday, April 24: 5:30-6:30 – Stand Well! Learn what it means to stand up and stand well! For your low back, a class for everyone, Kelly, 431-0809, Free
Sunday, April 26: 1-4 p.m. – Yoga with Heidi Goldman (RYT, yoga ball) – Heidi, 459-7673, $30 donation, pre-registration required.
MARCH 2009
Saturday, March 7: 9:00-11:00 a.m. Nia/Yoga Saturday! Come create your balanced & restored body/mind/spirit/emotions embracing the Joy of Movement with one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga! Your body’s way, all levels all bodies! Only two spots on the Class Card or $16! Bring a friend! Sliding Scale available.
Friday, March 20: 6-8 p.m. ($20) & Saturday March 21: 9-11 a.m. ($20) & 1-3:30 p.m.($30) Yoga fundraiser for Montana Horse Sanctuary. All sessions taught by Kelly Baraby. All sessions build on one another or can be taken separately. $10 discount if you attend all three sessions. Contact 458-9722
Saturday, March 21: 4:30-6:00 p.m.: Spring Equinox Celebration! A Nia celebration of the awakening of Mother Earth from her winter slumber, moving the Body’s Way. All levels, all bodies welcome. $10 or one spot on Class Card. Sliding Scale available. Call Kathryn for more information: 461-5412.
Tuesday, March 24: 6:30-8 p.m., and again Saturday, March 28, 10-11:30 a.m., join Lynn Bowman for a sensory journey through the 7 Chakras using the healing resonance and vibration of crystal bowls. This Guided Moving Meditation is suitable for all bodies and levels and is dedicated to awakening your sensations of Joy and Pleasure. The cost is the same as all our on-going classes. Contact Lynn 431-1821.
Saturday, March 28: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dance Party! Always the last Saturday of the Month. Come alone or bring a friend or two – dancing shoes (no stilettos) or barefoot. Donation at the door, no alcohol, please.
FEBRUARY 2009
Saturday, February 7: 9:00-11:00 a.m.: Nia/Yoga Saturday! Come create your restored body/mind/spirit/emotions
embracing the Joy of Movement with one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga! Your body’s way, all
levels all bodies! Only two spots on the Class Card or $16! Bring a friend!
Saturday, February 14: 10-11:30 a.m. Special Valentine’s Day Nia Playshop! Movement from the Heart – Come enter
into the heart of all Joy, Pleasure and Healing and share in Heart-Centered Nia. $10 drop in or only one spot on your Class
Card! All levels, all bodies welcome. Come taste the sweet sensation of Nia! Bring someone you love!
Friday, February 20: 6:00 p.m., Nia demonstration for physical, occupational, and other therapists to give an
opportunity to see some of the styles of Nia for healing. From “Chair Nia to Athletic Nia”. Refreshments served. Call
Kathryn to RSVP 461-5412.
Saturday, February 21: 9-12 a.m. Yoga & EMDR movement for Depression /Anxiety. $40.00 – Yoga’s approach to depression /anxiety, and body movement with EMDR techniques to relieve upsetting emotions. This class will have lots of movement but doable for all abilities. Please where comfortable clothes.(Some scholarships and sliding scale fees available please contact us.)
Saturday, February 28: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dance Party! Always the last Saturday of the Month. Come alone or bring a
friend or two – dancing shoes (no stilettos) or barefoot. Donation at the door, no alcohol, please.
2008 PAST EVENTS
Sunday, December 21, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Special Winter Solstice celebration honoring bringing back the Light of the Season, deepening our experience of Being the Light of Love. $12 or $14 at door. Call Kathryn to register 461-5412, not part of the punch card system.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 12 & 19, 7:30-9:00 p.m.African Dancing w/Adelle, live drumming by Kassa, $10 drop in. Call 465-2569 or just join in!
Friday, November 14, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Fall Artwalk: Come enjoy the exceptional artwork of Peg Baraby, Photographer Roger Mathis & the Clay Arts Guild.
Saturday, November 15, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Join Lynn Bowman in a guided moving mediation class; a sensory journey featuring the healing vibrations of crystal bowls. $10 in advance or $12 at door. Call Lynn 431-1821.
Sunday, November 16, 2:00-5:00 p.m. AND Monday November 17, 5:00-7:00 p.m.:Yoga for Back Care with JJ Gormley-Etchells, Special workshop to learn to care for your back, hips and sacral-iliac joints. Don’t miss this one! $50 for both classes before Nov. 7th, or $40 for Sunday, $25 for Monday. contact: Kim Schleicher at kim.schleicher@gmail.com 406-431-6780.
Tues. Oct. 14, 7-8 pm. Free video showing of “Fall After Newton” is a 25 min. video which looks at the beginnings of Contact Improvisation in the 70s and 80s, narrated by Steve Paxton, the originator of the form. Followed by time for questions/discussion.
The Beginning Contact Improvisation Workshop will run Sun.October 19, 10 am-noon, Tues. Oct. 21 7:00-8:15 pm, Sun. Oct. 26 10 am-noon. This class is open to the public. Contact Improvisation is a duet movement form in which two people improvise around a shared point of contact. As with life, it explores trust, support, falling, weight, play, habit, flow. This class is an introduction. You do not need to come with a partner. The cost for the workshop is $40 if pre-registered, $50 the day of. Call or e-mail Wendy for more info. 495-0760, lettucewend@yahoo.com.
Tues. Oct. 28 6:45-8:15Contact Improvisation Jam. This is for people who have taken the workshop, or who have some experience in Contact Improvisation. We will begin with a short group warm-up, followed by open dancing. Cost: $5.
Past Events listed below in reverse order (by month)
July 2010 special events:
*Saturday, July 3: 9-12 Cora Wen Yoga workshop: Blending safe Iyengar alignment with an active and flowing style. Benefit for the Feathered Pipe Scholarship Fund. $50. See attached flyer. Register with Kim at: Kim@featheredpipe.com
*Friday, July 9: 5:15-6:15 p.m. FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Saturday, July 17: 9;30-12 noon: Baxter Bell Yoga workshop: Learn the therapeutic benefits of Yoga and the global benefits of Yoga for the body and soul. Benefit for the Feathered Pipe Scholarship Fund. $50. See attached flyer. Register with Kim: kim@featheredpipe.com.
*Sunday, July 18: 10:00-12:00: A two-hour Nia Playshop, “Dancing to the Rhythms of Freedom,” benefiting Truth in Progress, a three-year multi-media project directed by Marilyn Bennett Alexander, which explores issues of race, sexual orientation, and religion, in order to build bridges of understanding within and across communities. More information coming soon. Contact Marilyn: 459-4142 about this important project.
*Saturdays, July 10 & 24: 9:00-10:15 a.m. Get your OM on with Saturday hatha flow yoga at Dancing Lotus Center. Hatha flow emphasizes fluid movement with fewer details given to each pose. The class links breath and movement through a continuous flow of sequential poses building internal heat and improving strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Saturday Hatha Flow Yoga is only $5 + food share donation per class! Taught by Barbara Denowh.” 490-0638
*Saturday, July 24: 10:30-12:30 Special Nia Playshop with Jamie: Chakra Dancer and Igniting the Waking Dream. More info contact Jamie: 465-6845.
Also look for 3 Yoga workshops this Summer,
June 11-13th with Betty Eiler!
July 3rd 9:30-12 with Cora Wen!
July 17th 9:30-12 with Baxter Bell!
Be sure to check our Special Events for other classes
June 2010 Special Events
*Friday, June 4: 5:15-6:15 Free Stand Well by Standing Up for low back and neck pain. This is a fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand with integrity. Come as you are – no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly: 431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com.
*Saturday, June 5: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga! – Music + Movement = Magic! Dancing through Life Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn 461-5412 or Kelly 431-0809. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend
Betty Eiler Weekend: See Attached Flyer for details:
Friday, June 11: 6-8 p.m. – Restorative Yoga
Saturday, June12: 9-12 noon – Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees and Legs (part 1)
Sunday, June 13: 9-12 noon – Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees and Legs (part 1)
Special discount if paid before May 29th. Payment, registration and questions: Kelly 431-0809
*Saturday, June 19: 10-12 noon – Nia’s 52 moves with Lynn Bowman: Join Lynn Bowman for a two hour playshop to learn the 52 Stances, Steps and Moves that are the heart of Nia Choreography. Your $15 includes educational materials and a free pass (gift-able) to one of Lynn’s regular classes. Class size is limited. See attached flyer. Sign up at studio or Lynn: 431-1821 to reserve.
JUNE 11th,12th,&13th – 2010
Jun. 11th- Friday 6-8pm – Restorative yoga (see description below)
Jun. 12th- Saturday 9am-12oon -Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees, and Legs (part 1)
Jun. 13th Sunday 9am-12oon - Yoga for Hips, Groins, Knees, and Legs (part 2)
Relax and Restore
“Yoga is the union of the individual self with the universal self” – B.K.S. Iyengar
This workshop will begin with simple postures to release tension, lengthen and stretch tight muscles and enhance circulation. We release into and sense our bodies. Then, with the use of props, such as blankets, bolsters, blocks and straps you will be guided into specific restorative postures to enable deep relaxation and healing. Mindful breathing will be introduced to calm your nervous system. From there, a guided relaxation will help you to connect to stillness. The process of calming and quieting your actions, thoughts and feelings enables you to move into increased self awareness. Practiced regularly, this will give your body the freedom it needs to merge into wholeness and peace. It is excellent preparation for meditation.
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For all 3 classes (8hrs ) only $105 if paid by May 29th
After May 29th $130.00
Break down per class if paid before May 29th:
Fri. - $25 if taking 2 or more classes ($30 after May 29th),
Sat.& Sun. – $40 if taking 2 classes ($50 after May 29th), (Sat. and Sun. classes build on each other, but can be taken separately)
No refunds after June 1st.
Please send payment to register:
c/o Kelly Baraby 40 N. Last Chance Gulch, Helena Mt. 59601
406-431-0809
kbaraby@gmail.com
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To sign up : Call Kelly at 431-0809, email- kbaraby@gmail.com
Register with payment to hold your place. Send to Kelly c/o Dancing Lotus Center 40 N. Last Chance
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May 2010 Special Events
*Saturday, May 1: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga! – The Joy of Movement! Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn 461-5412 or Kelly 431-0809. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J
*Friday, May 7: 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
Saturday, May 8th : 9-10:15 a. m. Hatha yoga flow with Barbara , Free with Food Share Donation. Please join us and fill the box! Great way to receive while you give!
CANCELED -New date TBA / Saturday, May 8 ~YOGA FOR VITALITY~ A Fundraising workshop for Montana Horse Sanctuary. Please Register by May 2nd. With Kelly Baraby & Barbara Denowh, TIMES: 3 separate sessions 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 2 – 4 p.m. COST: $85 for the day, or $15 for the early one-hour session & $40 each for the longer sessions. Maximum # of students: 35 for the morning sessions & 20 in the afternoon session 431-0809
*Sunday, May 16: 10-12 a.m. Special Nia Playshop with Britta von Tagen! Yes, Britta is back – a new class Sacred Livelihood – the exploration of our relationship with our work, passion and love. Yes, this is a Nia class – an amazing opportunity to be with our beloved Britta and taste the sweet sensation of being alive with our livelihood. All levels, all bodies welcome. More info: Kathryn 461-5412. $30 preregistered or $40 at door.
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Yes, Britta is back – a new class: Sacred Livelihood – the exploration of our relationship with our work, passion and love.
Helena MT, May 22-23, 2010
Facilitated by Catherine Scherwenka, certified Oneness Trainer
Dates: Saturday and Sunday
May 22-23, 2010
Location: TBA
Cost: $195
To register contact: Elizabeth
Scherwenka escherwenka@gmail.com
415.497.6992
Local contact: Cathy Jenkins
406.431.7194
April 2010 Special Events
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*Saturday, April 3: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga! – The Joy of Movement! Give your body the gift of one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Jamie 465-6845 or Kelly 431-0809. Come to either or both classes. Each hour is either $10 drop in or one spot on your class card. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J (sliding scale available)
*April 5th 4pm and April 7th 10 am yoga classes will have a guest teacher- Barbara Denowh shares a flow yoga class!
* Saturday April 10th 10am Flow Yoga with Barbara Free introductory class! Join us and meet Barbara
NEW CLASS
*Tuesday, April 6th 6:45-7:45pm Egyptian Style Belly Dance w/ Arwen Come enjoy the beautiful and traditional ethnic movements and music of Egyptian belly dance. All body styles are welcome! Egyptian belly dance allows for personal expression as an individual dancer. It uses natural body movement within the traditional cultural framework. Historically, belly dance grew out of Middle Eastern social dances. Today, it is performed on stage, but still danced for fun in the home.http://www.qcorientalacademy.com/
*Friday, April 9: 5:30-6:30 p.m. FREE STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Friday, April 16, 5:15-6:00 p.m. FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA! Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
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Special events March 2010
*Friday March 19th 5:30 to 6:45pm. Join Lynn for a Moving Meditation to usher in Spring with a Lightness of Spirit. Pre-Register with Lynn at 431-1821 or email puck@mt.net The cost is one spot on your punch card or $10 drop-in. See the attached flyer for more information.
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Past events February 2010
*Feb. 2, Tuesday 7-9pm Oneness Movement Blessing– Open to all, this evening of blessings guided by Catherine Schrwenka. Catherine has been offering these gatherings to deepen our experience of peace. Contact for Helena: Jennifer 406-431-1077, Catherine@onessnorthamerica.org
*Saturday, February 6 : 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga! – Start the Month of Love with a sincere desire to love your body, mind, spirit and emotions with commitment and joy. The focus of the class will be activating the Voice of The Body. One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412 Each hour = one spot on class card or sliding scale. Come to either or both classes. All levels, all bodies welcome. (flyer attached). Bring a Friend J
*Saturday, February 6: 3-5 p.m. Bellydance Hafla (Party!) Live music by Timbaru – Bellydance costume vendor Desert Dancer Imports – Henna artist Raina of Zhashki Henna. A casual dance party to experience bellydancing outside a classroom setting, to actually “dance” the moves learned in class. The public is welcome to come and watch demonstrations, ask questions or bring your dancing skirt and join in!! We will be asking monetary donations at the door to help pay for the room and the musicians, and non-perishable food for Food Share. Bobbi: 443-3301.
*Friday, February 12, Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14: Fundraiser for the People of Haiti: See attached schedule - 100% of proceeds go to relief for our Brothers and Sisters of Haiti. Come taste the sweet sensation of Nia and Yoga in a warm and friendly atmosphere with many Yoga and Nia teachers from around the Helena Community.. We will move our bodies to raise love and money for our Haitian Brothers and Sisters. Donations. Invite your friends, too. Kathryn, 461-5412 or Kelly 431-0809.
Helena Teachers come together to raise funds for Haiti -See flyer and schedule here
Past Events, January / December, 2009/10
*Nia classes offered during the Holiday break! Come and move with Joy!
Mon.(27) Nia- noon
Tue.(28) Nia- noon
Wed. (29) Nia- noon & 4:15pm
Thurs.(24 & 31) Nia-noon
*Saturday, January 2: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga
Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kelly 431-0809.
Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome.
Kelly 431-0809. kbaraby@gmail.com
*Tue. January 5, 7-9pm, Oneness Movement Blessing – Open to all, this evening of blessings guided by Catherine Schrwenka. Catherine has been offering these gatherings to deepen our experience of peace.
Contact for Helena: Jennifer 406-431-1077, Catherine@onessnorthamerica.org
*Fri. January 16, 5:30-6:30pm, Free class – Stand Well and Stand Up for Low Back and Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up.
Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Fri. January22, 5:15-6pm, FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA!Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
Past Events 2008 & 2009
DECEMBER 2009
*Saturday, December 5: 9:30-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia Playshop – Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we keep the inner light alive in this season! One hour of energizing Nia and 1/2 hour of strength building and soothing cool down – Kathryn, 461-5412. 1 spot on class card or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend J
*Friday, December 11: 5:15-6:00 p.m. FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA! Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
* Friday, December 18, 5:30-6:30pm – Free STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
*Sunday, December 20 : 10-11:30 a.m.: Celebration of the Return of the Light Special Nia Playshop and Yoga FREE with donation to Food Share. Dancing through Life with light, pleasure, freedom and joy. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring your desire for joy and a friend J 461-5412. Kathryn
NOVEMBER 2009
*Sunday, November 1: 10-11:30 a.m.: Special Nia Playshop Come celebrate 4 years of Nia in Helena with Licensed Blue Belt Instructor, Kathryn Kelley. Dancing through Life with pleasure, freedom and joy. Free w/donation to FoodShare. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring your desire for joy and a friend ☺ 461-5412.
*Saturday, November 7: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga – Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we keep the inner light alive in this season! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412. Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome. Bring a Friend ☺
*Saturday, November 7: 12:30-3 p.m. – Psychology of Financial Freedom with D.A. Davidson Financial Advisors Terry Cohea and Sarah Scott and Psychotherapist Kathryn Kelley, Founder of Kelley Institute. Free. Donations for FoodShare accepted. Must register by November 4. Refreshments served. RSVP 442-9600 (Cathy Haag)
*Friday, November 13: 6-9 p.m.: Fall Artwalk featuring Roger Mathis Photography, Paintings by Peg Baraby and performance art demonstrations with Nia teachers, Belly dancing & Tango Helena.
* Friday, November 20, 5:30-6:30pm – Free STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
OCTOBER 2009
Saturday, October 3: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga
Mostly, we have fun and we make a new commitment to our body/mind/spirit/emotions as we bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412. Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale. All levels, all bodies welcome.
Friday, October 16th, 5:30-6:30pm – Free STAND WELL BY STANDING UP for Low Back & Neck pain. This is a 1 hr. fun/experiential class to explore the functional relationship of low back and neck pain and how we stand or don’t stand! Come as you are no special clothing needed. Bring a friend and an open mind. Just show up or call to sign up. Contact: Kelly @ 406-431-0809, kbaraby@gmail.com
Friday, October 23: 5:15-6:00 p.m. FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA! Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Try an organic way of moving and living based in natural time, dynamic ease, love, joy and peace with beautiful music! Your body’s way. All levels, all bodies welcome. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412. Download flyer here.
AGING WITH GRACE THROUGH YOGA WITH BETTY EILER
Saturday & Sunday, October 24th & 25th 9-12pm - AGING WITH GRACE THROUGH YOGA Betty Eiler returns to DLC. 27 year Iyengar Yoga teacher offers class on aging with Yoga! Please join Betty Eiler in a Yoga workshop exploring aging with Yoga. As our bodies change how we practice may need to adjust. These 2 morning classes are for all levels as Betty is a skilled teacher in addressing modifications and needs. Download Betty’s workshop Flyer for details.
Cost: Register early! $45 for each segment till Oct. 9th. After Oct. 9th $55 each segment. $80 for both segments before Oct. 9th.
Please visit yogafinder.com for more info on this workshop.
Visit the YogaFinder website for another source of up-to-date yoga classes and events at Dancing Lotus Center.
SEPTEMBER 2009
TRIBAL-STYLE BELLYDANCE
Thursday, September 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Bobbi Lambertson will offer a one hour tribal-style bellydance class in a modern style originating in San Francisco. It has an ancient look and feel, but the format is new and designed to accommodate many dancers on “stage” at the same time. This class will be part of our Class Card System. For more information contact Bobbie or 443-3301.
FIRST SATURDAY NIA/YOGA
Saturday, September 5: 9-11 a.m. Celebrate Labor Day, back to school and a new commitment to your body/mind/spirit/emotions as you bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412, Come to one or both sessions. 1 spot on class card per hour or sliding scale.
FREE INTRODUCTION TO NIA!
Friday, September 11:: 5:15-6:00 p.m. Come experience the Joy of Movement with Nia Basics and body movement with pleasure. Just show up! Kathryn 461-5412
FREE CLASS!
STAND WELL AND STAND UP FOR LOW BACK & NECK PAIN
Friday, September 18: 5:30-6:30pm. An experiential/fun way to explore the relationship with pain and how we stand! Kelly 431-0809
AUGUST 2009
Free Class! Friday, August 21 - 5:30-6:30 pm – Stand Up Well and Stand Up for Low Back Pain. Come as you are and bring a friend! this class will give you an experience of how we stand affects our low back and how we can begin to change this dynamic. More info to come on class content. Email Kelly or call 406-431-0809.
Saturday, August 22: 9 a.m. -12 Noon. Nia Master Class with Nia Black Belt Trainer Britta Von Tagen – a special day of refining your Nia practice of “The Witness” and X-Ray Anatomy for Nia Students and Teachers. Beginners welcome! $30 pre paid, $35 at the door. Register with Kathryn 461-5412.
Saturday, August 22: 1-2 p.m. – Class for 2 ½ to 5 year old children for tumbling, expressive movement, costumes and art. Nia Black Belt Trainer Britta Von Tagen will teach movement-based cognitive development through fine and gross motor skill games, creativity and organized play stations. $10 for kids.
Register with Kathryn, 461-5412. (this class for kids is followed by a training for parents and teachers on how to make this creative expression a part of your child’s everyday practice, see flyer)
JULY 2009
Tuesday, July 21: 6:30-7:30 p.m. – FREE Introduction to Nia For Men Only
Class – an amazing health-giving technique of body movement and strengthening. Connect with your body, connect with the rhythms all around us – even if you don’t think any of them are present in your body. The choreography is easy, the experience is joyful, the benefits are remarkable. You really need to give this a try! With Kathryn Kelley, Licensed Nia Blue
Belt Instructor. Just show up a few minutes early – everybody else will be new too! 461-5412. (Download flyer)
Zumba has come to Dancing Lotus! Beginning in July, Kathryn’s Wednesday
12:05-12:55 classes will be a Nia/Zumba mix. Jamie’s Thursday 5:15-6:15
class will be Nia/Zumba/Modern. Come join the fun and see what Zumba is
all about!
JUNE 2009
Saturday, June 6: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga – Summer is here! Bring the body to life with Joy! One hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga – Kathryn, 461-5412, 2 spots on class card or sliding scale. Now, you can take EITHER OR BOTH Nia and/or Yoga and only pay for the time you spend. So, if you decide you only want to come for the Nia class, that’s fine, just pay one spot on your class card. Same true for the Yoga portion….Sweet!
Free Class – Fri. June 12th 5:30 – 6:30pm – “Stand up Well” by Standing up to release Low Back Pain. Learn how we stand affects our lower backs and how many of us create our own pain by how we stand. Learn the basics of one yoga pose. Contact Kelly at 431-0809 to sign up, or just show up for this free class.
MAY 2009
May 16-17, 2009 – Yoga with Betty Eiler in the Iyengar Tradition. Betty is a returning nationally known teacher who has so much to share. She is a 20 year plus student and teacher of Iyengar Yoga.
APRIL 2009
SPECIAL FREE CLASSES: Fridays at 5:30-6:30 pm — March 27, April 3 and April 24 LEARN WHAT IT MEANS TO STAND WELL AND STAND UP! A class for your Low back, a class for everyone! Three separate classes or repeat them as many times as you would like. This is an introductory class to standing well. It is also for those of you who are experienced Yoga practitioners/teachers. Our spines are designed to to support us, but few of us stand with normal curves and pelvis position. Come and play in a experiential class that will leave you rethinking how you stand!
Kelly Baraby will introduce the spine’s normal function, and how the way we stand affects lower back discomfort. Kelly is a 16-year Massage Therapist, nine-year certified Yoga teacher, and a student of life! She shares her love of Yoga and respect for the body in a light and playful class. Come as you are, no special clothes required! For more info, contact Kelly at 406-431-0809; email: kbaraby@gmail.com
Friday, April 3: 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Stand Well! Learn what it means to stand well and stand up! For your low back, a class for everyone – Kelly, 431-0809, Free
Saturday, April 4: 9-11 a.m. – First Saturday Nia/Yoga – Its Spring! Bring the body back to life! Kathryn, 461-5412, 2 spots on class card or sliding scale.
Saturday April 4: 2-5 p.m. – Headstand/Shoulderstand, a functional/therapeutic Yoga approach, Kelly, 431-0809 $40, pre-registration required.
Sunday, April 5: 9-noon – Yoga, A Path to Awareness, a reflective process with Jennifer, 594-1095 & Kelly, 431-0809, $35, pre-registration required.
Saturday, April 18, 2-5 p.m. – Moving Stories Through the Body: Dancing Your Way Back Home with Jamie, Jamie 465-6845, $30 or sliding scale, pre-registration required.
Friday, April 24: 5:30-6:30 – Stand Well! Learn what it means to stand up and stand well! For your low back, a class for everyone, Kelly, 431-0809, Free
Sunday, April 26: 1-4 p.m. – Yoga with Heidi Goldman (RYT, yoga ball) – Heidi, 459-7673, $30 donation, pre-registration required.
MARCH 2009
Saturday, March 7: 9:00-11:00 a.m. Nia/Yoga Saturday! Come create your balanced & restored body/mind/spirit/emotions embracing the Joy of Movement with one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga! Your body’s way, all levels all bodies! Only two spots on the Class Card or $16! Bring a friend! Sliding Scale available.
Friday, March 20: 6-8 p.m. ($20) & Saturday March 21: 9-11 a.m. ($20) & 1-3:30 p.m.($30) Yoga fundraiser for Montana Horse Sanctuary. All sessions taught by Kelly Baraby. All sessions build on one another or can be taken separately. $10 discount if you attend all three sessions. Contact 458-9722
Saturday, March 21: 4:30-6:00 p.m.: Spring Equinox Celebration! A Nia celebration of the awakening of Mother Earth from her winter slumber, moving the Body’s Way. All levels, all bodies welcome. $10 or one spot on Class Card. Sliding Scale available. Call Kathryn for more information: 461-5412.
Tuesday, March 24: 6:30-8 p.m., and again Saturday, March 28, 10-11:30 a.m., join Lynn Bowman for a sensory journey through the 7 Chakras using the healing resonance and vibration of crystal bowls. This Guided Moving Meditation is suitable for all bodies and levels and is dedicated to awakening your sensations of Joy and Pleasure. The cost is the same as all our on-going classes. Contact Lynn 431-1821.
Saturday, March 28: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dance Party! Always the last Saturday of the Month. Come alone or bring a friend or two – dancing shoes (no stilettos) or barefoot. Donation at the door, no alcohol, please.
FEBRUARY 2009
Saturday, February 7: 9:00-11:00 a.m.: Nia/Yoga Saturday! Come create your restored body/mind/spirit/emotions
embracing the Joy of Movement with one hour of energizing Nia and one hour of restorative Yoga! Your body’s way, all
levels all bodies! Only two spots on the Class Card or $16! Bring a friend!
Saturday, February 14: 10-11:30 a.m. Special Valentine’s Day Nia Playshop! Movement from the Heart – Come enter
into the heart of all Joy, Pleasure and Healing and share in Heart-Centered Nia. $10 drop in or only one spot on your Class
Card! All levels, all bodies welcome. Come taste the sweet sensation of Nia! Bring someone you love!
Friday, February 20: 6:00 p.m., Nia demonstration for physical, occupational, and other therapists to give an
opportunity to see some of the styles of Nia for healing. From “Chair Nia to Athletic Nia”. Refreshments served. Call
Kathryn to RSVP 461-5412.
Saturday, February 21: 9-12 a.m. Yoga & EMDR movement for Depression /Anxiety. $40.00 – Yoga’s approach to depression /anxiety, and body movement with EMDR techniques to relieve upsetting emotions. This class will have lots of movement but doable for all abilities. Please where comfortable clothes. (Some scholarships and sliding scale fees available please contact us.)
Saturday, February 28: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dance Party! Always the last Saturday of the Month. Come alone or bring a
friend or two – dancing shoes (no stilettos) or barefoot. Donation at the door, no alcohol, please.
2008 PAST EVENTS
Sunday, December 21, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Special Winter Solstice celebration honoring bringing back the Light of the Season, deepening our experience of Being the Light of Love. $12 or $14 at door. Call Kathryn to register 461-5412, not part of the punch card system.
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 12 & 19, 7:30-9:00 p.m. African Dancing w/Adelle, live drumming by Kassa, $10 drop in. Call 465-2569 or just join in!
Friday, November 14, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Fall Artwalk: Come enjoy the exceptional artwork of Peg Baraby, Photographer Roger Mathis & the Clay Arts Guild.
Saturday, November 15, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Join Lynn Bowman in a guided moving mediation class; a sensory journey featuring the healing vibrations of crystal bowls. $10 in advance or $12 at door. Call Lynn 431-1821.
Sunday, November 16, 2:00-5:00 p.m. AND Monday November 17, 5:00-7:00 p.m.: Yoga for Back Care with JJ Gormley-Etchells, Special workshop to learn to care for your back, hips and sacral-iliac joints. Don’t miss this one! $50 for both classes before Nov. 7th, or $40 for Sunday, $25 for Monday. contact: Kim Schleicher at kim.schleicher@gmail.com 406-431-6780.
Tues. Oct. 14, 7-8 pm. Free video showing of “Fall After Newton” is a 25 min. video which looks at the beginnings of Contact Improvisation in the 70s and 80s, narrated by Steve Paxton, the originator of the form. Followed by time for questions/discussion.
The Beginning Contact Improvisation Workshop will run Sun. October 19, 10 am-noon, Tues. Oct. 21 7:00-8:15 pm, Sun. Oct. 26 10 am-noon. This class is open to the public. Contact Improvisation is a duet movement form in which two people improvise around a shared point of contact. As with life, it explores trust, support, falling, weight, play, habit, flow. This class is an introduction. You do not need to come with a partner. The cost for the workshop is $40 if pre-registered, $50 the day of. Call or e-mail Wendy for more info. 495-0760, lettucewend@yahoo.com.
Tues. Oct. 28 6:45-8:15 Contact Improvisation Jam. This is for people who have taken the workshop, or who have some experience in Contact Improvisation. We will begin with a short group warm-up, followed by open dancing. Cost: $5.