Dance has always been a huge and vital part of my life, my being. So when I first discovered The Nia Technique, and learned a language that allowed me to share my love of music and movement, I knew I had found my true path! My passion for sharing a dance fitness practice that makes space for conditioning and healing, for the primal and the sacred, the funky, feisty, and ferocious…well, that passion has only deepened, as I continue to witness the transformative power of music and dance in myself and my students. I believe in that power to deliver not only physical fitness (strength, mobility, flexibility), but mental stimulation, emotional resilience, and spiritual nourishment.

Although I am no longer affiliated with The Nia Technique, I continue to offer a mindful, exhilarating, and spirited movement experience: ME! Funky, fun-loving, soulful, silly, sexy…ME!

The form of the practice…

Conscious mindful movement teaches us optimal alignment and body awareness.

The gift of freedom…

Moving your body the way it was meant to move nurtures self-expression and creativity.

The magic of music…

A rich variety of sounds, rhythms, voices, provides the foundation and inspiration.

The language of movement…

Our innate somatic wisdom guides us toward self-awareness, healing and conditioning.

Isn't life rich?  We laugh.  We cry.  We play and we pray.  We grieve.  We celebrate...

. . . And So We Dance!

Dance Fitness for Body & Soul

Stimulating & Healing

Regenerative & Conditioning

Mindful Engaging Spirited Movement

Thursday and Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

$150 for 10 classes

$18 for a single

. . . And So We Dance In A Chair!

Seated Dance Fitness Class!

I realize that knees and hips are increasingly challenged, especially in a certain demographic.  And sometimes we just want a different kind of workout.  It's amazing to discover how your core muscles 'fire' when you are moving from a seated position; in fact, in some ways, it's a whole other language of movement vocabulary.  And I find that exciting AND challenging...in a good way!

Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.

(same prices as above)

Living Hope Baptist Church

66 Tenth Street

Northwest corner of Tenth and Morrison

South of Lakeshore Boulevard

Enter the basement by the main door on Morrison

Street parking available

(please bring comfortable indoor shoes, as the floor is ceramic tile)

Contact me for more information on elevator use.

If you've never danced with me before, your first class is free!

. . . And So We Dance  in the park!

When the weather is fine, we dance outside overlooking our glorious Lake Ontario, under the shade of maple trees, with the cool grass beneath our feet! Nothing like it...

Rotary Peace Park at the foot of Tenth Street

Parking lot and street parking available

If it looks like rain, we move our bodies indoors. Get in touch to stay in the loop.

I look forward to moving with you!

Contact me at barblades@yahoo.ca