| Melody Brooke, MA, LPC InterPlay Facilitator www.melodybrooke.com Richardson, Texas  |
Melody Brooke is a Licensed Professional Marriage and Family Counselor who has been practicing for more than 15 years. With a body-mind-spirit approach, she helps clients become more present through their senses, breath, and connection with their deeper selves. Some of the words her clients use to describe her are genuine, kind, caring, compassionate, insightful, sensitive, dependable, playful, fun, determined and creative. Melody is a certified InterPlay leader. InterPlay is a unique, playful method for discovering your full potential and expressing yourself in an atmosphere of fun and support. She is also the author of Cycles of the Heart: A way out of the egocentrism of everyday life. | |
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| Kimberly Cain www.KimberlyCain.com www.LiveInsideOut.com Dallas, Texas  |
Kimberly Cain is an intuitive spiritual guide, author and performer. She is a graduate of the University of Texas (Communications, Radio-TV-Film) and is a certified Six-Sensory Practitioner™ by world-renowned author and master intuitive healer/teacher, Sonia Choquette. As a performer, she has opened shows for artists such as David Bowie and Sarah McLachlan (Lilith Fair). A perpetual student of spiritual practice and its application to daily life, Kim is intrigued by the power of art to entertain, challenge and transform. Her years as a professional singer, broadcast talent, writer and producer have shaped her ability to synthesize the energies of the visible and unseen worlds into presentations of art and faith that stretch our perceived limits. She is passionate about inspiring others to discover their own authentic voice. Heaven, Kim’s first novel about healing the separation between the sacred and the sensual self is available early 2010 (with accompanying CD). Kim is available for private coaching sessions, intuitive readings and group presentations. You may contact her for more information. | |
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| Jai Christian & Monica Blossom Flowmotion™ Instructors Dallas, Texas  |
Monica, who still breaks into spontaneous cartwheels frequently, discovered her love for joyful movement at age 5. Now she fascinates on the healing potency of contemplative movement, yoga, music, breath, and the spoken word as a path to accessing, expressing and embodying our authentic essence. She believes everyone can find their way home to their true selves and she shares FlowMotion from this vision. Through years of independent study of spirituality, yoga, FlowMotion, meditation, mind-body integration, and personal training, Jai has found four fundamental pillars that he shares through teaching yoga, FlowMotion, and other mind-body conditioning practices: breath, mindfulness, movement, and joy. In addition to studying with Victor and Barbara AllinBloom, creator and president of FlowMotion, Jai and Monica have also studied yoga with John Friend, Desiree Rumbaugh and Rod Stryker. Additionally, Monica has attended contemplative dance and authentic movement workshops with Shiva Rae and Michael & Anneli Molin-Skelton at Esalen Institute. | |
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| Holly Curtis, M.Ed. Nia Black Belt Instructor www.niaeducation.com Santa Fe, New Mexico  |
Holly Curtis, M.Ed., is an inspiring Nia Technique instructor and trainer. She began teaching Nia in 1993, following 11 years of traditional fitness instruction and two years studying dance at the University of Texas. Holly was the first Nia instructor in Austin and opened her own studio, NiaSpace, in 1996. She became a Nia instructor trainer in 1998 and has trained over 300 Nia White belts around the U.S. Holly sold NiaSpace and relocated to Santa Fe in 2002. Nia development continues to be her focus through intensive trainings, teacher development, personal coaching, workshops and classes. | |
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| Lynn Fabia Aikido Instructor, Speaker www.lynnfabia.com Dallas, Texas  |
Lynn Fabia is a highly regarded teacher, author and visionary with more than 25 years of extensive experience in Aikido, carrying the rank of 6th degree black belt. With this rank Fabia Sensei joined a small and prestigious group of high-ranking Aikido practitioners in the U.S. and established herself as the female Aikido pioneer in the southwest. In 2002 she founded Society of Aikido Centers, becoming the first female chief instructor of an international Aikido organization in the United States. In 2004 she was recognized by the Texas Martial Arts Hall of Fame for her dedication and accomplishments as a martial artist. She has also been publicized widely in various media: television, popular magazines (D Magazine) and newspapers. Her wealth of knowledge and expertise makes her ground-breaking book The Martial Art of Life, The Art of Intentional Living a highly readable and useful publication. She teaches the art of Aikido from the physical, mental and spiritual aspects and is able to bring both inspiration and motivation through her philosophical insights on movement, energy and vibration. Lynn reveals that life is an energetic flow, a process that needs to be understood. A technique is shown in the art of Aikido and all of life that can take you to a place in your mind and spirit that will change your life forever. Note: Lynn's classes and private lessons are held at MoveStudio but registration and payment is through Lynn. You may contact her for more information through her website. | |
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| Paul Hubbert Holographic Sound Healing Austin, Texas  |
Paul Hubbert holds a Ph.D. in psychology and is the founder and a facilitator of Holographic Sound Healing. He is an accomplished sound healing and reiki master, vocalist and musician. He plays crystal bowls for healing and meditation and has recorded several powerful CDs. While working on his first book, Paul continues to record, perform and teach this work internationally. He lives in Austin. Listen to samples of Paul's music here! | |
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| Mandie Navarro Laughter Yoga Leader Dallas, Texas |
Mandie Navarro has had a lifelong passion for fitness and nutrition. In 1999 she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Doctors encourage those dealing with this degenerative disease to exercise: “if you don’t use it, you lose it.” Mandie swims, attends yoga and pilates classes and studies nutrition. Learning in her research that stress is very destructive to the body, she became intrigued with the natural healing benefits of laughter and a positive attitude. In 2008 she was invited to attend a Laughter Yoga class at MoveStudio. The instructor, Akhil Jhaveri, also had MS and used it to help control the disease. She fell in love with Laughter Yoga and began to attend regularly. Mandie became a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader under Sebastien Gendry, owner of the American School of Laughter Yoga. She currently conducts Laughter Yoga sessions for the MS Society Lonestar Chapter weekend camps and wellness programs. She is committed to sharing the joy of laughter and helping others to de-stress their lives, optimizing a healthier and happier lifestyle. Mandie is also a YMCA Certified Swim Instructor and Certified Water Aerobics Instructor. You are always welcome to contact her by email. | |
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| Lisa Ann McCall, PT McCall Movement Method Dallas, Texas  |
A physical therapist since 1988, Lisa Ann McCall works with anyone who wants to move with grace and ease. Her philosophy is, "If you're good to your body, it will be good to you." She holds degrees in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas School of Allied Health and Science and in Education from Texas A&M University, and has completed graduate studies in Exercise Physiology from the University of North Texas. She has been in private practice since 1991, working with professional athletes, Olympians, trainers, physicians and surgeons, as well as patients suffering from arthritis, joint and neurological diseases, and chronic pain. Lisa Ann has spent the past 15 years studying and participating in a wide range of movement experiences. She is a triathlete, yoga teacher, dancer, barefoot runner, and more. She teaches people from all walks of life how to heal and enjoy the art and science of movement. Her book The McCall Body Balance Method: Simple Concepts for Ageless Movement was published in 2001. | |
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| Julia McPherson Hooping Instructor Sassy Hoops Dallas, Texas  |
Since the moment she crafted her first hoop, Julia's been smitten with hula hoops. Nothing makes her happier than big, colorful, oversized hoops swirling around her. Her hoop journey began in 2004 when she started hoop dancing in her backyard and making hoops for friends and family. Julia has never described herself as "sporty" or athletic. When she discovered hoop dancing, she knew she had found an exercise regimen that she could stick with and that would continue to challenge her. Her passion led her to start her own business, Sassy Hoops. Drawing on her bellydance and yoga experience, Julia blends modern dance movements with Middle Eastern flair in her teaching. She helps students focus on the playful aspects of hoop dance as well as the sensual. Julia believes hoop dancing boosts confidence and induces healthy giggles. As a new mom of twins, Julia is happily using hoop dancing to regain her pre-pregnancy shape. | |
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| Jodi Roberts Sacred Inspiration Sound Healing Austin, Texas  |
Jodi Roberts is a sound healing catalyst for transformation, ceremonial concert musician, and recording artist using the sound of Tibetan bowls and wind gongs to weave meditative, ceremonial experiences of peace, love, joy and beauty. Her healing work supports clients in changing patterns that no longer serve for a healthy, functional and joyful life. She is a cultural anthropologist trained in cross-cultural Native American ceremony and healing, spiritual counseling, energy healing, Zen meditation, Tibetan sound healing and Holographic Sound Healing. She has 20 years of experience and training in mindfulness and meditation techniques for stress reduction and creation of clear choices and actions based on those choices. She has served as a coach, and spiritual guide for clients over these years. | |
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| Moniek Ross JourneyDance www.namaste-yoga-retreats.com Dallas, Texas  |
As founder of Namaste Yoga Retreats, Moniek offers a style of Hatha Yoga that honors the body, quiets the mind and frees the spirit. Moniek pours her heart into each practice, encouraging peaceful self-acceptance. Her first formal yoga class in 1996 was the beginning of a beautiful exploration of body, mind and soul connection and health. Moniek has a passion for love and life that is also expressed through dance. Modern dance is her favorite style because the choreography doesn't hinder authentic dance expression. Moniek encourages people to freely express the dancer within themselves, with full acceptance and joy. Moniek has a BA in Business management from UTD and worked in the corporate world for many years. She certified to instruct JourneyDance™ and Yoga at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Stockbridge, MA. She is also certified to teach group fitness by AFAA. Her vision is to mirror and facilitate authentic self experience and expression through the stillness of yoga, the movement of dance and the quietness of meditation. | |
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| Gerry Starnes, M.Ed. Trance Dance Facilitator, Shamanic Practitioner www.gerrystarnes.com Austin, Texas  |
Gerry Starnes, M.Ed., has facilitated TranceDance events and workshops since 2000. He is a Founding Member of the Society of Shamanic Practitioners, founder of Shamanic Passages, and co-owner of NiaSpace in Austin. He is also currently Executive Director of the Ravens Grove Foundation for Healing. As a contemporary shamanic teacher and facilitator, he holds regular classes and presents a variety of workshops in Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. He has completed intensive training with Wilbert Alix and is among the most active TranceDance facilitators in the US. Gerry also has experience in counseling, teaching and group facilitation. He offers both individual and group sessions and programs. Gerry believes strongly in the healing power of shamanic work and is a gifted and trusted guide into the world of spirit. He has been a frequent guest presenter at MoveStudio since 2002 and a guiding force for our ongoing TranceDance program. More about Gerry on his website. | |
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| Donna Starnes Nia Black Belt Instructor NiaSpace www.donnastarnes.com Austin, Texas  |
Donna Starnes, Nia Black Belt practitioner and owner/director of NiaSpace in Austin, has been teaching the Nia Technique for more than 10 years. Through Nia she has found true joy in movement as well as a dynamic outlet for her creative side. Her background includes modern dance, improv theater, contact improvisation, ecstatic and contemplative dance, and graphic design. She is also a certified instructor of The Art of Exotic Dance for Everyday Women. Donna is an intuitive and playful teacher who enjoys the process of living in her body and guiding others in discovering their own embodiment through awareness of movement, breath, voice and music. She creates and open and supportive space for connecting with one's own body wisdom and having fun in the process! | |
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| Helen Terry, M.Ed., RSA Nia Black Belt Instructor NiaMoves www.ilove2move.com Houston, Texas  |
Helen Terry is from England, where she completed a degree in Physical Education and Special Needs with honors at the Chelsea School of Human Movement. Upon moving to Texas, she completed her masters degree in Exercise Physiology. She is a certified black belt NIA instructor and teacher trainer and the founder of NiaMoves Houston, a successful mind-body center, where she offers regular classes, workshops and teacher trainings. She also presents at conferences and offers trainings internationally. Helen has tremendous enthusiasm for holistic movement and motivating others, and she has an infectious effect on those who attend her sessions. | |
| Ricky Tran Ricky Tran Yoga Dallas, Texas  |
Several years ago, Ricky Tran stumbled into a yoga class looking for a way to stay fit. As with most people, he found that yoga was more than just an exercise. His unquenchable thirst for more yoga lead him to study with a several highly esteemed yoga masters, including Srivatsa Ramaswami, David Williams, David Swenson and Dharma Mittra. He certified as a yoga teacher at the prestigious Loyala Marymount University in Los Angeles with Srivatsa Ramaswami. Ricky teaches many aspects of yoga, and he applies it all intently toward his unwavering mission: to make a positive difference in the countless lives of others through yoga. | |
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| Ellen Watson Ecstatic Dance Instructor Moving Ventures Big Sur, California  |
Since 1984 Ellen Watson has been on staff at Esalen® Institute, where she founded and developed the Movement Arts Program. She studies, practices and teaches various modalities of moving meditation and ecstatic dance practice, including Gabrielle Roth’s 5Rhythms™, Esalen® Massage, Holotropic Breathwork, Liquid Yoga, SpiritDance, The Art of Essential Touch, and Your Body is a Musical Instrument. Through these practices she has found healing and understanding, a doorway to freedom, peace, and a path that has become a passion. Among her great pleasures are opening the door for people to dance, sing, play, pray, touch and be touched. Ellen offers workshops, retreats, and trainings at Esalen® and at other inspiring locations around the globe. She is a licensed minister, and believes that the core of all healing begins in the realm of heart and the spirit. Being at Esalen® has afforded Ellen the opportunity to study with many gifted master teachers, all of whom have influenced her life and her teaching, including: GangaJi, Eli Jakson-Bear, Gabrielle Roth, Susan Harper, Emilie Conrad, Terence McKenna, teachers of The Rhidwan School, Babatunde Olatunji, Angeles Arrien, Jack Kornfield, and Christina & Stan Grof. | |
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