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Nia graduates attend sessions complimentary
Nia enthusiasts attend daily public classes
Saturday,Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and/or Wednesday.

Public classes at 11am ($15)
Lunch at noon ($15)
Enjoy a day retreat ($25)
Enjoy a 6 Day Full Board, Inclusive Nia Retreat ($400)
It is very helpful when you can RSVP, yet not required.

Sunday
Foot Detox on 6pm onwards ($40)

Monday & Tuesday
Massage appointments 6pm onwards ($90)

Wednesday
Reflexology on Wednesday 6pm onwards ($90)

email: info@somaranch.com to schedule treatments

Afro Celt Nia Class

I LOVE this routine. It’s a well refined vertical routine that transcends me to a different time, takes me to a fitness level that I love to reach and I think carries the class along with me! I love the look on participants faces when we are in the peak of get moving, the expression says something like “wow! how did I get here!”

Focus: Celebrate Core and Extremities:

  • Base - the gift of travel
  • Core - the gift of connection
  • Upper - the gift of expression

Intent: Leave invigorated and inspired with a sense of greater connection through your body and beyond.

A routine inspired from the SkyDancing routine designed by Carlos Aya Rosas.

In class I choose to give thanks to Carlos for all the life changing inspiration he has brought to my life and the lives of many….

North 6:49 Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
North Part 2 3:01 Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
When You’re Falling 5:14Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Colossus 6:44Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Lagan 4:05 Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Shadowman6:36Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Life Begin Again 6:22Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Further In Time 6:32Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Go On Through 8:04Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Onwards 5:27Afro Celt Volume 3:Further In Time
Adagio 5:11Safri Duo Spine Susan

Thanksgiving Nia Class

Thank you to everyBody who came to class. Special thanks to

  1. Kristie - for being an incredible business partner
  2. NiaMoves teachers - for being a fabulous integral part of our community
  3. My Mum - for letting me be myself (fun sharing TG & Nia with you)

Today was the first time I’ve done this play list and it’s certainly a repeat as is (and maybe shuffled). It was a collection of thank you, love, gratitude and favorites from 2012 with a couple all time favorites (Sting, Lady A). My favorite track at the mo is Adagio, I don’t know where I got this from and am curious about “Susan Spine” listed as the Album. (I wonder if it’s from a friend called Susan!) I enjoyed the ebb and flows of the songs that allowed for some great waves of intensity to be ridden.

Curious to know what folks in class thought, I’d be THRILLED if you leave a comment :-)

Here’s the play list.

Thank You 5:46 Barry White Staying Power
A Whiter Shade Of Pale 5:17 Annie Lennox Medusa
Take Me To The River 3:33 Annie Lennox Medusa
I Will Always Love You 4:51 Whitney Houston Greatest Hits
Kiss 3:46 Prince The B-Sides
Passion of Your Passion 7:21Passion Passion
Y.M.C.A. 3:45 Village People Disco Gold
Thank You 4:49 Sly & Family StoneEat Pray Love
Fill Her Up 5:39 Sting Brand New Day
American Honey 3:45 Lady Antebellum Need You Now
Adagio 5:11 Safri DuoSpine Susan
Gratitude 3:27 Earth Wind & FireGreatest Hits

I also added my 52 moves in 4 minutes “Sensation Rag” at the beginning for Angela’s Birthday :-)

Queen Latifah ~ Sexi, an Adapted Nia Routine

This is a super Adapted Routine.
The Choreography is from Nia Routine “Sexi” originally designed by Carlos Aya Rosas
I’ve adapted it to music by Queen Latifah (the Dana Owens CD) and a couple of guest appearances from Santana.

There are more tracks (as they are shorter in length) - so a fun characteristic that runs through the routine is I teach a pattern of moves in one song that we then continue in to the next. Class share how they love the way this deepens the experience and enhances their level of relaxation.

I needed a couple of extra tracks. Choose to randomly do a search for “S E X” in my itunes library. Sexo by Santana appeared top of the list, it was a perfect click. I then did my 10 second speed dating with the other 30 Santana songs in my library and Hermes was an immediate “hit”.

Baby Get Lost 3:43Queen LatifahI Put A Spell On You 3:08 Queen LatifahSimply Beautiful 4:11 Queen LatifahThe Same Love That Made Me Laugh 3:53 Queen LatifahAmore (Sexo) 3:52 Santana Feat. Macy GrayMoody’s Mood For Love 3:59 Queen LatifahClose Your Eyes 2:56 Queen LatifahCalifornia Dreamin 3:42 Queen LatifahHard Times 5:22 Queen LatifahHermes 4:08 SantanaMercy, Mercy, Mercy 3:27 Queen LatifahHello Stranger 3:00 Queen LatifahIf I Had You 4:05 Queen LatifahLush Life 4:25 Queen Latifah

Arias ~ The Sensations of Fitness

Here’s the playlist for tomorrow’s class.

I ADORE how expressive music invokes a great experience and awesome workout :-)
The Focus is FAMSS: Flexibility, Agility, Mobility, Strength, Stability: The Sensations of Fitness.

Flexibilityenergy out
Agilityenergy of start & stop
Mobilityenergy of constant motion
Strengthenergy in
Stabilitysimultaneous energy moving into and from center, bringing stillness

The CD is Paul Schwartz & Mario Grigorov, Aria 1
I play the tracks in order from beginning to end..

Willow6:39
Un Bel Di 5:14
Secret Tear 7:20
Dido 6:52
Pace Pace 7:34
Pamina Blue 6:04
Habanera 6:26
Home 5:24

and when there is time I like to finish with….

Shannon Day, Chakra Meditation, Nia Sounds

Chakra 64 Minute4:00

the “game”: How many of the Nia 52 moves can we include and name in the workout :-)

Houston IONS October Meeting

I had a REMARKABLE experience offering a talk to the Houston IONS group.

Here’s a copy of the hand out for your enjoyment

Here’s what was sent out with regards the talk:

About the program: Sensory IQ – Living The Body’s Way

Helen is a multi-talented and experienced manifestor, with a formula on how to consciously create. She makes things happen through experience, knowledge, determination and faith. She says that in order to manifest an ultimate experience, you must see it with your mind first. Helen will talk about Sensory IQ, Nia Technique and Body Ecology. She’ll touch on how to truly live in your body, be present, and make things happen. You will be taken on a tapestry adventure, a somatic journey, woven with stories, theory, and experiences, into an exploration of the Body, Mind, Emotions and Spirit. Along the way Helen will share nuggets on how she has become healthy, wealthy and loved beyond imagination. Expect to learn something, receive inspiration and be highly entertained.

Helen Terry, M. Ed., R.S.A, is the co-owner of NiaMoves, a popular boutique fitness studio in Houston Heights, “Ranchess” of Soma Ranch, a Retreat Center in Montgomery Texas, and World Renowned Nia Educator. She was recently recognized by Origins Magazine as a “Leader who inspires Texas.”

Helen is from England. She came to Houston in 1990 on a teaching fellowship at University of Houston. She has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education, and a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. She’s an internationally recognized Wellness Presenter, a Nia Technique black belt and teacher trainer, Certified Body Ecologist and Dance Therapy Specialist. Helen has been turning people on to loving their bodies and loving their lives through Nia Technique since 1993. Helen has a special and very effective way of catering to the unique needs of each individual. She helps folks feel great while giving them the skills they need. Helen is an entertaining, “to the point” speaker, also a wife and mother who loves spending family time with her daughter and “home support” husband.

“I’m passionate about moving people physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I bring people together and inspire them, at my Studio, the Ranch and around the world. That turns me on.”

For more information about Helen visit http://www.somaranch.com. (www.niamoves.com) (www.nianow.com/helen-terry)

17 Days to Soma Summit ~ "Life as Art" with NiaMaste

Saturday, October 20, 7:30 - 9:00pm enjoy an exquisite Nia experience “Life as Art” with Philippe and Sabine of NiaMaste. The focus is sacred Nia and celebration, with great music from Auroville and co creative movement,based on sensation and the esthetic of movement…forms, shapes, techniques, inspiration, shaping life with our bodies…

Click HERE to read more AND sign up!

Nia "WHY" Routine ~ Playlist

Thanks everyBody for playing this morning

Like the routine this play list is a work in progress AND a fabulous beginning.
I hope you had as much fun as me. I welcome all and any comments.

I played with choreography from Passion (Green belt begins today). Worked well for me. How about you? WHY don’t you give it a go?

WUDon’t Know Why3:06Norah Jones, Come Away With Me
WU/GMThings You Don’t Have To Do (feat. Norah Jones)5:23Peter Malick, Humanity
GMWhy Can’t We Live Together? 6:39Steve Winwood, About Time
GMShadows 4:19 Enigma Love Sensuality Devotion: The Greatest Hits
GMCheck Yes Juliet 3:40We the Kings, Check Yes Juliet
GMY.M.C.A. (Single Version)3:45Village People, Disco Gold
GMYo Vivire (I Will Survive)4:24 Celia Cruz, Buddha-Bar IV
GMWhy (DJ Sammy’s Extended Mix)7:11 DJ Sammy, Why
GMTo The Rhythm5:14 Lionel Richie, Time
CDWhy 4:54 Annie Lennox, Diva
FPYou’ve Got A Friend 6:03Various, Tapestry Revisited

Soma Summit ~ Feel Strong, Rich and among Friends...

28 Days to Soma Summit

“Reality, is not that you are weak, and dream of becoming strong. Poor, and dream of becoming rich. Alone, and dream of having friends. But that you’re already strong, rich, and among friends. Yet, at times, dream that you’re not.” The Universe

I’m reminded how strong, rich and among friends we felt last year - experience the reality this year!: Soma Summit Oct 19 - 21, 2012.

">28 days to Soma Summit ~ sign up now!

Helen Terry recognized in "Leaders Who Inspire" Texas

Helen Terry was recognized in Origins ~ “the Conscious Culture Magazine”. They include Helen in an article about “Leaders Who Inspire Texas. Check out the copy below, you can also pick up a physical copy on news stands Nationally at Whole Foods, Barnes & Noble and more..

Helen Terry. Houston. TX.
Inspirer. NiaMoves Studio + Soma Ranch

I’m passionate about moving people with Nia Technique, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I bring people together and inspire them, at my NiaMoves Studio in Houston, Soma Ranch in Texas, and around the world. That turns me on.

Entertaining, “to the point” speaker, International Nia Technique Trainer, Certified Body Ecologist, Dancer Therapy Specialist with Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology.

WWW.SOMARANCH.COM

Email Helen info@somaranch.com

Annie Lennox Nia Routine "Medusa" Play List

Super “Sing a Long” Sensuous Nia mix.

Focus is super, smooth, sensuous, sustaining movement and mind.

Fairly “tight” adapted routine from the original Nia Routine Sanjana. I’m taking this experience on the road starting in September, in New Jersey. The workshop shares how to take an established Nia Routine and put it to new music. Sustaining the integrity of the original routine while honoring and enveloping the new music.

WUNo More “I Love You’s” 5:52 Annie Lennox, Medusa
WU/GMTake Me To The River 6:30 Annie Lennox, Medusa
GMA Whiter Shade Of Pale 4:50 Annie Lennox, Medusa
GMDon’t Let It Bring You Down 3:52 Annie Lennox, Medusa
GMTrain In Vain 4:29Annie Lennox, Medusa
GMI Can’t Get Next To You7:35Annie Lennox, Medusa
GMKiss 4:58Prince,
Hits/The B-Sides
GMBack In Black4:52AC/DC
Back In Black
GMDowntown Lights 4:08Annie Lennox, Medusa
GMThin Line Between Love And Hate4:45Annie Lennox, Medusa
FPWaiting In Vain 4:15Annie Lennox, Medusa
FPSomething So Right3:56Annie Lennox, Medusa
SOHealing Senses4:48Parijat, Nia Routine Aya