Moving to Heal- Nia Technique with Dana P.
December 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
I am honored to share a journey where movement becomes meaningful. This practice is not about changing how we look—it is about learning to stand grounded in ourselves, on and off the mat, and embracing the body as a place of belonging just as it is today. It is about loving who we are, feeling connected, and allowing movement to restore joy, ease, and presence.
I have been dancing for as long as I can remember—my mother always told me, “You danced before you walked.” Movement has been my lifelong language, my way of expressing emotion, finding balance, and reconnecting with my center. This connection found its deepest home when I discovered the Nia Technique, a practice that combines dance, mindfulness, somatic awareness, and creativity in a way that feels both healing and liberating.
I earned my White Belt and Blue Belt in Nia Technique in 2017, representing foundational through advanced teaching. I am certified in Nia Free Dance, licensed as a Sacred Livelihood Teacher, and trained in Ageless Grace, bringing playful movement and cognitive vitality into every experience. As I continue my Nia training, I remain committed to deepening my understanding and refining the space I hold for others.
In class, I cultivate a warm, welcoming atmosphere where each person is encouraged to embrace movement magic, have fun, explore humor, and tap into the wisdom of their own body. We focus on natural movement, posture awareness, and alignment—not through force, but through ease, curiosity, and listening to the body’s signals. There is no performance here. There is only permission—permission to explore, open, soften, and feel fully at home.
Our work also extends beyond the classroom. We engage in community-based JAMS, partnering with fellow teachers across the state to create collaborative, uplifting, and inclusive movement experiences. These gatherings celebrate shared expression, community connection, and the joy that comes from moving together.
I look forward to welcoming you into this practice—where movement is not about perfection, but about returning to yourself with grace, connection, and joy.