Our meeetups are positive, fun, learning-oriented, inspiring, and life-enhancing. They are designed for women who are ready to live fuller, happier lives and enjoy the journey of personal growth and discovery with like-minded friends. In our meetups we take part in discussions and activities aimed at our growing in self-knoweldge, refreshing and nourishing us in mind and body, and giving us tools and understanding we can use to build happier and more meaningful and satisfying lives. We also aim …

Are you breathing right? Have you ever counted how many times you breathe in a minute? Breathing is the first act of life and it’s the last act of life. In between, the whole life we are breathing in and out, but not attending to the breath Ninety percent of the impurities in the body go out through the breath because we are breathing twenty-four hours a day. The breath is our best friend -- it's always with us. And yet, we hardly know much about it. What's more ... it holds some timeless sec …

Zouk a sexy and sensual dance that originated in Brazil is taking the World by storm. Zouk means "festival or party." Zouk Lambada, like many other couple dances (i.e. salsa, merengue, tango, jive, swing, samba, bachata, forro etc) has evolved into what it is today… one of the most beautiful Latin dance styles. Myself, Lee El Gringuito first feel in love with Zouk after bringing Willem Engel to my Bachata Festival and later taking workshops with Kadu and Larissa from Brazil and Donna Wild fr …

THE BIODANZA WORKSHOP.... Biodanza is a system of human development that fuses music, movement, and emotions building a sense of community for those who practice it regularly. This unique combination of elements expands our creativity, vitality and our ability to love. Biodanza is about feeling the fullness of every moment and awakening our passion for life. It is about loving life and putting life in the center. With carefully selected music that evokes specific experiences and invites movement …

Biodanza -Sistema Rolando Toro is a system where music, movement and emotions become like one and give us the possibility to wholly express ourselves. Our feelings, our instincts, our desire for a free new movement are aknowledged as important part of our life. Biodanza is a party to our impulses of vitality, creativity and affectiveness, creating a space for them to express. Biodanza is a group activity and it facilitates our capability of sharing our emotions with the others and connecting wit …

The KUNLUN NEI GUNG™ System is a set of ancient arts of re-enlightenment, a simple, organic practice passed on by Max Christensen (Lama Ngakpa Dorje) and the apprentices whom he trains. Its powerful energy works through inner alchemy to purify heart, mind, and body, clearing away everything that distances you from your true divine nature.

Our purpose is to provide a community forum to increase awareness of all NIA activities in the DC, MD, VA area, including local area JAM sessions, special performances, classes and other events.  All local area practitioners are welcome to list events open to the entire community and to place notices on our message board so that information can be shared to all current students and potential new students. Local area class schedules are shown below the Meetup Description as well as in the "About" …

This Meetup is geared specifically towards the teachings of Eckhart Tolle however we have no intention of limiting ourselves soley to one vessel or spiritual teaching. All widsom teachers and teachings are open for discussion. We will be holding Meetups where we can not only have verbal discussions and study sessions but also a place where we can practice the tools of inner body and present moment awareness in a group setting. Don't talk about it, be about it! The format is very flexible and wil …

Kundalini is an evolutionary energy in every human that stays dormant most of the time at base of our spine. Activating this supreme energetic force brings mystical experiences, bliss, peace and harmony in ones life. The true nature of the person comes into existence to lead a purposeful life. However there are many pitfalls and challenges to attune with this energy and the journey can be overwhelming. There are many techniques such as Yoga, mediation, breathing that can help a person to be rea …

This group's leader facilitates the personal clearing work of Eric Dowsett, who developed a simple technique to connect to and release memories of trauma, stress, tension etc. that are held energetically in one's physical and energetic bodies. As these are released, individuals may experience greater clarity of mind, and shifts in health and well-being. Many individuals also experience profound shifts in their life. Along with learning and practicing this clearing method, this group also will ex …

WELCOME! THIS MEETUP IS NOT A TYPICAL MOM'S GROUP ABOUT ALL THINGS BABIES.  IT HAS A DIFFERENT FOCUS.  PLEASE READ ON.. This is for stay-at-home/part-time moms and dads who feel they and their child are missing out on something by being alone most of the time, and want more than just the weekly playgroup, mom's group, or tot class. By "working together", I mean living your life doing meaningful work with other mothers, and your child being a part of it....rather than you and your child being alo …

Osho "Active" Meditations are offered monthly at CoreConstellations Center for Body Mind & Soul. Kuno Bachbauer, the co-founder and a long-term student of Osho is offering monthly Osho Kundalini Meditations. We want to offer these powerful active meditations as a way to help release physical tension and emotional strenghts. We think that connection & community heals. We want to create a supportive network of people that are open to a new and empowerd way of thinking and living that also includes …

Weight issues are not **just** due to the food we eat, it's our RELATIONSHIP with the food we eat! One of the reasons dieting does not work is because we are not dealing with the root cause of our excess weight. We have the healthiest weight management program, gentle, quick and safe as well as the tools to deal with all the emotional aspects of the weight management! Empower your self for good by changing your relationship with food and receive tools that you will be able to use for the rest of …

There is an energy that animates all life and circulates throughout our bodies. It's possible to utilize this energy to create the life we truly want, and we can help you do just that. During this meetup we'll guide you to feel energy, and then guide you through powerful vision meditation. You can reach your dreams and goals and we can help you get there. Our meetup is free, and so is parking. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in. We'll finish sometime between 7:15 and 7:30 p.m. Just let us …

I am passionate about Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and the incredible benefits that can come from the simple act of tapping on specific points on the body while holding an intention for healing. It sometimes seems too good to be true yet, as a practitioner, I've seen too many successful results to doubt its power. I want to continue to spread and share this amazing technique with the Washington DC community. To that end, we will have weekly or bi-weekly meetups to tap together on a number …

The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtracting in Maum Meditation the Un …

The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtracting in Maum Meditation the Uni …

Root yourslef through all level yoga practices - Yoga 4 Life is a community based studio combining and supporting local agriculture, farms, wineries and vineyards. It is our passion to embrace the historic charm and deep roots of Loudoun County as we explore yoga with the integration of elements. Join us on the journey both in and out of the studio.... A warm and welcoming all rough cut pine studio and candle lit classes are waiting for you to lay down your mat and enter the mind, body spirit pr …

"Each friend represents a world in us, a world not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born." - Anais Nin As spiritual beings having a physical experience, our well-being depends on attending to all three aspects of the self: mind, body & spirit.   When we open our minds to knowledge, attend to our inner & outer health and set time aside for our spiritual needs, we create a life of abundance.  Positivity flows and fun follows!  A little bit of levity, a mom …

You have read all the books, graduated from religion, atheism, eastern and western philosophy. Now you want to get out of your mind!  You want to fearlessly practice your most important muscle, daily, every moment.  If you are ready to live according to the way of heart, this group may be a good station on your journey. They way of Heart is the way of Life.  It can help you realize all your dreams. For me, it helped me come up with even better dreams. Highly interactive and electrifying gatherin …

This group is dedicated to tranforming our fat bodies to fit bodies through healthy eating, excercise and positive interaction!

Hey there! What is SerenaFit? Well, it means that you're dedicated in doing whatever it takes in getting your life on track by putting you and your health, numero uno. This meetup group is an extension of my Power Circuit classes I hold every Monday and Thursday night at 630pm at the Washington & Lee High school fields and is here to hopefully be the answer for a few who need some motivation and direction. If you're in my class, then you're an all-star. My classes are challenging, worth while, p …

Take your fitness to a new and exciting level in 2013 all while having a blast and hanging with your fellow Moms! Personal Trainer and Health Coach, Courtney Connors, has created a heart pumping, muscle burning, boot camp style workout for ALL LEVELS using your body and what it's made of! Sculpt and tone through safe and effective training along with nutritional guidance on clean eating and how to create a balanced life. Please wear weather appropriate sports/ fitness clothing that you don't m …

The following is information taken from http://www.bruno-groening.org/english and describes the history of The Bruno Groening Circle of Friends. Below that, you will find information about the Washington, DC Bruno Groening Circle of Friends: The Bruno Groening Circle of Friends was founded by Grete Häusler (1922- 2007). She met Bruno Groening in 1950 and experienced healing from three incurable ailments at their first encounter. Thereafter she became a close associate of his and established the …

This group want to be a support for all the women facing a very difficult moment in their life. There are many changes and challenges during a sickness period. And yet we can find in ourselves amazing healing energies. With the activity that I propose you'll be able to connect to your healthy, joyful and lively being. Biodanza is a mind-body-soul activity that uses selected music and movements to help you find and connect to the best of your healing potential. All of the movements are proposed i …

The ‘Art of Change’ – micro-mini sessions are derived from a thirteen week evening course offered by Quintessence Institute. On the 3rd & 4th Saturday of the month from 1pm to 3pm we come together to learn the science behind interpersonal change and to highlight the most significant aspects of what it takes to become a completely new and different self or personality. We believe that self-actualization is the realization of our inherent human nature, which is to be spiritual. Therefore, we culti …

There are many meanings of Kabbalah that have developed over time. In a nutshell it's an ancient wisdom that reveals how the universe & life work. On a literal level, the word Kabbalah means "to receive." It's the study of the meaning of life and how to receive fulfillment in our lives. The Kabbalah Centre teaches Kabbalah as a universal wisdom that predates the Bible or religion, and can be studied by anyone regardless of their faith or path. Presenting the wisdom from a lineage of great kabbal …

Calling all food worriers! I am a health and nutrition counselor that spent years worrying about the right and wrong foods and fighting with my weight. I never imagined I could have an easy, or even nourishing, relationship with food and my body. Several health issues surfaced for me when I was processing emotional changes in my life. I was forced to connect with my body (rather than calories, restrictions, points or a plan) for the first time. I stopped struggling with my weight not because I f …