Once I got over the nervousness of being the MC for the evening I was able to enjoy an incredible night of dancing and fun. Although the turnout was not exactly what we hoped for (about 50 people for each show), the overall event was a tremendous success and something we will do again in the near future.
Nath and his troupe Sacred Centre were earthy, beautiful and mesmerizing. Of course Nath remains one of my favourite local dancers, and it was really cool to see how his troupe have adopted some of his style and incredible precision. I would like to have seen a duet with Nath and Ben...maybe next time boys! But it was such a pleasure to have you both at Bellyfit Live the day before. Wow...
Wendy and her Get Bent Dancers were absolutely on fire. The fusion of Hip Hop, modern and Belly inspires me to get back into performing. Some day! Their precision, stage presence, professionalism and stunningly complex choreography were out of this world. And all of this from a group of teenagers! And of course it was such a pleasure to rock Bellyfit Live with them.
Both workshops were very well attended and everyone had a great time. I felt so amazing the day after the Yoga for Belly Dancers Workshop. It was a very Yin style, based in the Iyengar tradition of holding the poses for at least 3-5 minutes. Lots of straps and blocks. Lengthening and opening. Makes me realize how the body really does want to let go and release. It simply takes a bit longer and we just canlt rucs through it like we do with so many things in our life. Thank you Wendy. You inspired me to go yet deeper into my layers... And you are an outstanding teacher.
Music. Movement. Community. Culture. It's all here.
April Instructor Training As the BFIIT Course evolves and improves, my sense of awe and inspiration grows. The hurdles that these women overcome in such a short period of time (two days), further my faith in the power of the female will and the transformational and supportive energy that is created when a group of women come together with intention.
The course is designed to teach them the Bellyfit System and how to teach it to others, and also to connect them to their own inner strength and resolve. I believe it is working. As a Master trainer, I am learning at the speed of thought and with the support of my outstanding team, I truly know that Bellyfit has the power to change the world, and is.
I look forward to passing the torch to Monique the Great, who will soon be ready to take Bellyfit to the next level. She embodies the self confidence and inner power that a true master must have, and am nothing short of humbled and deeply honored to have her represent Bellyfit and spread the message that it bears. Thank you Monique.
I am overflowing with gratitude, as I remember the vignettes of interaction between the participants. Laughter, confusion, tears, clarity, sweat, serenity, fatigue and vitality. In two days, we move through space and time that is sacred, safe, challenging and truly transformational.
Life after a Bellyfit Training course is never the same. We are yet another rung up the ladder of female evolution and I feel we may soon reach a level that has not been reached by our ancestors. This is new territory ladies. Where the masks come off. The belly is soft. the heart heals, the spirit soars and the mind is clear. There is no time to waste. Our mother is calling form beneath our feet, and our father beckons from the sky above. Be a channel, clear and strong. Now. The time is Now and forever more. Bring in the Balance.
Their precision, stage presence, professionalism and stunningly complex choreography were out of this world. And all of this from a group of teenagers! And of course it was such a pleasure to rock Bellyfit Live with them.
And you are an outstanding teacher.