Testimonials: Why we love Allison and Nia

 
"It is hard to imagine anyone else creating the space that Allison does for each of us to play and dance into our own unique experience of Nia. While there are many Nia masters, Allison brings a sense of permission and joy to each class, and it is like a flowing river to touch that stream each time and surrender to the magic of where the current moves me. Allison is filled with grace, verve, spark and spirit and it is her essence that brings such a rich and varied 'gifting' to each session. Here's to the life-affirming energy that she sets in motion!"
—Kit P.

"I tell Allison, her Nia class saved my life. I love to dance and I was too out of shape to go to a standard dance class. Besides I thought I was getting enough exercise because I walk a lot. Every morning when I woke up my hip ached for an hour, but since Nia, that pain is gone. I feel so much stronger. I did Shakespeare in the park this summer in a physically demanding role, and never could have done it, if not for Nia. Like myself, I see women start her class, and in six months or less, it is very noticeable how much more confidence they have, they are more in their bodies, and they look strong and beautiful. Besides I so treasure the love and support Allison brings to the classes. If you don't dance, it's okay, if you can't lift your leg off the floor, it's all good. Every body and everybody will feel better after her class."
—Michelle H.

"Allison's warmth and enthusiasm make every Nia class a joyful and fun experience. At my first class I felt welcomed and included right away. I am definitely hooked on Nia thanks to Allison!"
—Jody B.

"The first day I met Allison Dey I felt her warmth, love and joy instantly. It spills over into her teaching style making you feel right at home with yourself, the community and her. She makes exercise fun, playful and soulful. I always leave her class fulfilled and happy."
—Connie S.

"Allison's enthusiasm is contagious! She is always so positive & upbeat about Nia which translates into an enjoyable work out for her students. I would highly recommend her classes."
—Vicki K., RN

"Allison moves with such grace; it's inspiring."
—Paula P.

"Allison is a joy to do Nia with. She is a great dancer and also a great teacher. She makes us feel good about our bodies and helps us to like our bodies. She has a gentle and loving spirit. She makes it fun to exercise. I would say it is a great workout after a class with her."
—Kathy A.

"Discovering Allison's Nia class has been one of the most beautiful things I have ever experienced. I love the feeling of wholesome grace, agility and strength that Nia inspires, it really makes a huge difference in the way I feel about myself and the world. At the end of each class I walk away feeling greatly energized, grounded and uplifted at the same time, full of kind and positive thoughts. I also love Allison's choice of music - I have danced to those same songs in my living room before!"
—Catska E.

"To see Allison dance is energizing and awesome. In fact, it is so wonderful, one can't but follow her into beauty, and wide open possibilities of creativity and movement, and health, and, sometimes, bliss. And as I dance her powerful and joyous NIA dance, my body starts regaining agility and coordination, and balance, and becomes more articulate... more "mine". But this is not only "dance" stuff! NIA goes through and beyond mere dance or martial arts. Because of this profundity, it really takes a Master to impart the technique. The youth and joy of living Allison brings with her is a real indicator of her vast knowledge, technique, gentleness and wisdom. She brings the blessings of true artists, and brings the artists in us."
—Leticia H.

"When I have finished a Nia class I feel like I have been massaged from the inside out. I feel much stronger and more flexible now that I have been coming regularly to Allison's Nia class for almost one year. Allison's expert teaching enables me to experience a wide span of emotions as I dance: ranging from playful and goofy, to intense and determined, to childlike and full of wonder, to a sassy, jazzy attitude, and ultimately to a sense of the deep connection to the Spirit within and the Spirit in my fellow dancers. Allison knows how to bring a class of dancers together so that we end up feeling bonded with one another as we dance through the room. She is truly creating a community of Nia dancers. It feels so good!"
—Heidi M.

"When I tell people that I participate in NIA they of course ask me what it is. I usually respond that it is a mix of dance, yoga, and martial arts- three things that I enjoy, so together- wow! But there are a lot more descriptive words I should use: spinning, stretching, flowing, grounding and flying, crazy, loose, rhythm, NIA!"
—Kirsten H.

"I find the Nia experience an invitation rather than instruction. Allison has embraced the concepts of Nia and added her remarkable essence of physical awareness and joy. She reminds me that the journey is both in my body and in my heart, and leave her sessions carrying a seed of my own remarkable possibility."
—Janette F.

"Allison's class is my spiritual equalizer. She radiates acceptance and expression of the mind, body and spirit. Her Nia class helps keep me charged through my busy week. I look forward to her sunshine through the coming winter months."
—Sarah C.

"Allison and Nia have had a profound effect on my life. I am looking forward to a long and amazing journey as we all go deeper into the process."
—David C.

"The first time I experienced Nia, 2 years ago, I fell in love...with the music, with the movement and with Allison! She creates a sacred space where each person can feel safe bringing their whole, unique, individual self to the class however and whoever they might be in that moment. It is a joy to experience Allison's passion and energy for life in general and her passion and energy for teaching. She teaches the grace and freedom of movement, to be loving and accepting of your physical body as it is right now, accepting of your emotional body regardless of whether it is feeling positive or negative, connecting with and expressing your inner child, your inner animal, your true, free spirit. I have seen the changes in everyone who comes regularly to her classes...first they "let go" and then their confidence rises, then their comfort in their body increases, then they physically change...they are firmer, toner, stronger...and they feel free to move through life with grace and ease. I feel a dramatic and unfortunate difference in my well-being when my life's schedule keeps me from attending classes regularly and only wish that there could be more of Allison in the world so that my schedule could always flow with hers!"
—Heather S.