Special note: You may receive this newsletter twice. I have two mailing lists - one global and one specific to classes in Southern California. This email is going to both lists ;).
Dear ones,
These days life seems surreal. The fear in the air is palpable. The love that holds it all is ever present, even when we can't recognize it. We are all witnessing the undeniable fact of our interconnectedness and interdependence. We are all being asked to make sacrifices, some incredibly painful, in service to protect and preserve the whole. And at the same time, we are likely witnessing a collapse of many things that we want to preserve - systems that have been outdated and outmoded for a long time. And the fear and anticipation that remain ask us - how can we transform these systems? How do we address, sustainably, the disparities and inadequacies that have become even clearer during this time? How can we shift our paradigms to live with greater consciousness of how I affect you, you affect me, how we rely on each other, and how all of life is intertwined and inseparable. I don't have answers. I am just finding myself asking a lot of questions and having a deep knowing that life cannot and likely will not return to what it was before. We must move forward, somehow, with a paradigm that puts the whole in the center. There are no boundaries. There are no lines of separation. There is only a continuum of connection.
In the Nia community, there are some incredible offerings rising from across the globe. Teachers, like myself, who never intended to teach online, are fast learning to do so. There are, as well, teachers with studios and more experience with online teaching that are expanding their offerings as well. We are all seeking creative ways to stay connected with our communities.
Nia headquarters is offering NiaTV for free for 30 days and then 50% off for six months after. I deeply appreciate headquarter's generosity. This allows us all to keep dancing. That said, the part of Nia I have always cherished is the community part - when we gather together, move together, share stories, and create bonds of connection. To sign up for NiaTV:
https://www.niatv.fit/
To that end, I have chosen to throw myself into the fire of learning how to teach live Nia classes via the Zoom platform. It's been a challenge to figure out the technology and especially, the right audio equipment so that the sound is smooth. My husband has helped me come up with a good enough solution. I have test run three classes via video and am ready to open it up to more people to participate. Tonight, one of my two cats joined me on the dance floor that is my living room. Know that I am learning, with your loving feedback, what works and what doesn't. Zoom is not a perfect platform. It was not designed for dance classes. However, we are making it work by adjusting our expectations and sharing ideas for how to make it work. I am here to serve and can't do so without your input. So let's jump in and experience these live Nia classes together!
Above right: Blurry Zoom Screen Shot of me teaching Nia via Zoom from my living room with feline fan club.
And also look on Facebook for the many incredible Nia teachers across the globe offering Nia classes via Zoom, Skype and other platforms. I got a chance to take a class with Janice Steinberg, Nia teacher in San Diego, on Monday evening and I loved it! To learn about Janice's Nia Zoom classes, email her at
janicesteinberg@cox.net. This is such an amazing opportunity to dance with people from all over the world - to experience new teachers and meet new people. A reminder that we are all in this moment together and we need each other to get through this time. Let's keep dancing <3.
See below to register for my upcoming Live Nia via Zoom Video classes. These classes are open to everyone in all time zones - this past Saturday and Sunday, we had people participate from various parts of Southern California, Seattle, and New York State.
All of these online classes are offered by donation.
Pay what you can:
Venmo: Jennifer-Lucero-Earle
PayPal: jenniferlucearle@gmail.com
Zelle: jenniferlucearle@gmail.com
There will no in person classes in the near future. I will continue to heed the guidance of the CDC and local government professionals. Let's all do our part to flatten the curve.
With much love always,
Jennifer
Nia with Jennifer via Zoom Video
This weekend, I am teaching TWO live Nia classes from my living room.
Join for one or both classes. Please be sure to click on the links below to register. Your registration in advance allows me to contact you quickly in the event of an unexpected change (internet outage, illness, etc).
Each class will be one hour but I have allotted 1 hour and 15 minutes to allow for tech snafu's and for a closing circle.
Saturday, March 21, 2020
10:30AM PDT - 11:45AM PDT
Register in advance for this class:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/u5Yuc-ugrD4qZr3Y4BUQSuNkmBU8nGLEBQ
Sunday, March 22, 2020
10:30AM PDT - 11:45AM PDT
Register in advance for this class:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/v5ElfumqrzwpO4qPY1CnCNgx0Bpj9ThQvg
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the class/meeting.
If you are not familiar with Zoom, watch this wonderful short video (thank you, Janice S.!) to learn how to participate in a Zoom video meeting:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFhAEoCF7jg
Feel free to share this invitation with others!
Looking forward to dancing with you online until we can resume dancing together in person.
With much love to you all,
Jennifer
Like so many others that are self-employed, I could use a boost to my livelihood to help me get through these times. If you feel called to it, please schedule a video tarot session with me. It would be such a joy to read for you. 
