With locations throughout the US, Lucy offers design fashion performance apparel that inspires athletic women. That sounds like a plug, doesn't it. That's OK because on Friday Sept 3rd at the Redmond Town Center store Lucy is plugging Nia. I'll be wearing my Lucy togs - which I look great in - and teaching three demos on the hour from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The great part is that it's FREE! Do you know someone you've wanted to introduce Nia to? This will be the opportunity. We'll have a Nia overview with some of the 52 moves followed by a 30 minute Nia class and time left for Q&A or shopping. Teachers, you're also welcome, and while you're there, sign-up for a 20% professional discount.

When:	11:00 AM - 3:00 PM on Friday, September 3, 2010
Location:	Lucy | Redmond Town Center 16527 NE 74th Ave, Redmond 98052
Cost:	$0
More Info:	Sarah Love 425-985-8653 or sarah@niaseattle.com

Submitted by Sarah Love

An invitation for a new teachers embody, share and support group - Saturday, September 4, 2010: Two Nia white belts, Gretchen Musgrove and Jennifer Lucero-Earle, invite you to an informal new Nia white belt/new teachers support group. The purpose is to build community and for new teachers to meet, talk, share resources, information, perhaps practice together and go through some of the Embody and Share curriculum exercises. This will be the first of many meetings. Future meetings will either take place once per month OR a couple of times per season. We are also extending this invitation to all belts/Nia teachers who would be willing to share your guidance/wisdom with us. There is no fee for this group but small monetary donations will be welcomed/accepted to cover the cost of the room rental which is minimal. What to bring: Paper, a pen, enthusiasm, curiosity, and your bare feet :)

When:	1:00 PM - 3:00 PM on Saturday, September 4, 2010
Location:	The Civetta Dance Space in Greenwood 124 N 103rd St (between N 1st Ave & N Greenwood Ave) , Seattle 98133
Cost:	$0
More Info:	Jennifer Lucero-Earle (206) 501-1629

Submitted by Jennifer Earle

Welcome to Nia! Join us for this 50-minute, introductory class and we'll make starting Nia easier than you may think! In our first 10 minutes, we'll answer the questions "What is Nia, Why is it good for me? and Can I do it? Then, you'll get a chance to enjoy Nia with a 45-minute easy-to-learn sampler Nia class. For details and registration: www.NiaDivas Welcome to Nia!

When:	9:00 AM - 9:50 AM on Saturday, September 11, 2010
Location:	Youngstown Arts Center 4408 Delridge Way SW, Seattle 98106
Cost:	$0
More Info:	Jill Pagano (jill@niadivas.com; 206.999-1743) or Lesley Tinker (lesley@niadivas.com; 206.799.9212)

Submitted by Lesley Tinker

Free showcase of dance classes taught at Skin Deep Studio. Drop in for part of the showcase, or stay for the whole thing! Full schedule: 12:00pm Zumba, 12:45pm NIA, 1:30pm Belly Dance, 2:15pm Tahitian, 3:00pm Bollywood, 3:45pm Pilates, 4:30pm West African

When:	12:00 PM - 5:00 PM on Sunday, September 12, 2010
Location:	Skin Deep Dance Studio 2524 16th Ave S, Suite 311, Seattle 98144
Cost:	$0
More Info:	Studio website: www.skindeepdance.com

Submitted by Jeanna Wheeler

Join us for Tacoma's 1st Nia Jam on Saturday, September 18th! A suggested donation of $5.00 or non-perishable item will go to support My Sister's Pantry. Please visit their website for more information and learn what you can donate. Donations will be collected at the door. Come dance, kick, shake and laugh will us and experience the freedom and joy! Come on down, there'll be door prizes! www.tacomaniajam.com

When:	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 18, 2010
Location:	Studio 6 Ballroom 2608 6th Ave., Tacoma 98406
Cost:	$5
More Info:	For more information contact Kelda Vath at kelda.v@gmail.com

Submitted by Kelda Vath

A 4 Day Nia ReTREAT with Ann Christiansen, Nia's European Trainer. September 23, 24, 25 and 26th, 2010 at Madrona MindBody Institute in Port Townsend, Washington. Two Tracks: For EveryBody Track $335 For Nia Teachers Track $375 (includes 5 hours teacher-only sessions) On-Campus Accommodation Packages Available Don't miss the opportunity to study with this Nia Master from Germany in a rare US appearance! A 4 Day Residential ReTreat with Nia students and teachers from around the world at the beautiful Madrona campus in Port Townsend! Designed for everyBody and Nia Teachers alike~from your first Nia experience to Teachers from all belt levels Welcome!~ This Nia reTREAT is devoted to the SACRED ATHLETE: One of the greatest qualities of an ATHLETE may be discipline, to return to the same movement with a desire to do it again, to perfect it-fully inspired and motivated. Through the transformational fitness and lifestyle practice of Nia, SACRED ATHLETE redefines physical fitness as SACRED discipline...where Inspiration - Motivation - Joy invite us to reach our full potential in our bodies and in our lives. Madrona's beautiful studio is located a scenic drive from Seattle in the "City of Dreams," Port Townsend. On-Campus Accommodation Packages Available. Tuition prices include Saturday Dinner Port Townsend Film Festival Outdoor Movie and Street Party. www.MadronaMindBody.com

When:	9/23/10 - 9/26/10 on Thursday, September 23, 2010
Location:	Madrona MindBody Institute, your sanctuary for conscious dance and living Fort Worden State Park and Conference Center, Bldg. 310, Port Townsend 98368
Cost:	$335
More Info:	Allison Dey at 360.344.4475/ Allison@MadronaMindBody.com

Submitted by Allison Dey

Join NiaSeattle teachers for our bi-annual JAM! Register by October 15 $15.00 or $20.00 after that. All proceeds go to fund the NiaSeattle website.

When:	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Saturday, October 23, 2010
Location:	Velocity Dance Center 1621 12th Ave. , Seattle, WA 98122
Cost:	$20
More Info:	gayle@niaseattle.com or 425-466-4357

Submitted by Gayle Holeton