m'illumino closing

It is with great regret that I am announcing the closure of m'illumino at the end of December 2015. It has been a light in the community for 15 years or more providing a place for real change and transformation in all our lives.

Our services will continue through March 2016!

If you are interested in renting the studio or office space temporarily please contact

LeeAnn Starovasnik on 206 525 0363

Breema Weekend Workshop

Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March, 2015

In this workshop we will work with Breema partner sequences and Self-Breema exercises as an introduction to body-mind connection, a cornerstone of the art of being present.

Practicing Breema supports connecting with others while deepening your connection with yourself, supporting you to become present and remain present.

Breema offers us practical steps to establish body-mind connection by unifying mind, body and feelings. When you are present, others are supported to be present.

We will work with the Nine Principles of Harmony and learn and practice Breema bodywork and Self-Breema exercises, living expressions of a profound understanding of the unity of all life.

with Roxanne Caswell and Birthe Kaarsholm

(510) 428-0937 * center@breema.com

Saturday 28 March 9.30am - 12.30pm & 2.00 - 5.00pm

Sunday 29 March 9.00am - 1.00pm

$200 ($175 before 3/11 * Sat. only: $125 ($100 before 3/11) 

http://www.breema.com/index.php/calendar/event/breema_workshop_in_seattle_wa1

"Experience Breema Evening" 

Friday 27 March - 7.00 - 8.30pm

no charge

ph: 510/428-0937  •   fax: 510/428-9235

center@breema.com  •  www.breema.com

https://www.facebook.com/BreemaCenter

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBreemaChannel

Rodan and Fields

Rodan and Fields Customer Appreciation
and
New Product Preview Night

Hosted by:   
Cynthia Spencer and Katie Schwenoha

Wednesday September 24 2014 ~ 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Customers … We applaud you!

Interested in R + F?   We welcome you!

… Prizes … Fun … Wine … Nibbles …

*Bring a Friend …  or Two*
*Come CASUAL and BE Comfortable*
*Wear your funkiest, fun socks … no shoes allowed in the studio*
*Mingle with other Rodan and Fields Product Lovers*
*Get introduced to our newest Product member:*

Acute Care ~ Skincare for Expression lines

This evening will prove to be  fun and informative for all who attend!
We look forward to seeing you!

Space is limited.  Please RSVP:
Cynthia – 425.891.3212
Katie – 805.234.3598

The Embodied Life

Free Introductory Talk

with Russell Delman

Meditation, Guided Inquiry and the Teachings of Moshe Feldenkrais

Friday March 14th 2014 ~ 7.00 - 8.30 pm

suggested donation $10

Russell Delman began to study Zen meditation and somatic psychology in 1970 as an undergraduate and student in psychology. His training and personal relationship with Moshe Feldenkrais began in 1975 and he has since helped train more than 2500 Feldenkrais teachers all over the world. In recent years Russell's close friendship with Eugene Gendlin ('Focusing') has strongly influenced his work. Other powerful influences include Non Violent Communication and his work with Mother Theresa in India. Russell offers seminars, retreats and a 3 year mentorship program 'The Embodied Life'. www.russelldelman.com

Public workshop follows on Saturday and Sunday 15th & 16th March (not at m'illumino)

Contact LeeAnn Starovasnik  206 372 8822 or LeeAnn@NextStepConsultingInc.com

BREEMA - The Art of Being Present

Breema Weekend Workshop

Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March, 2014

In this workshop we will work with Breema partner sequences and Self-Breema exercises as an introduction to body-mind connection, a cornerstone of the art of being present.

Practicing Breema supports connecting with others while deepening your connection with yourself, supporting you to become present and remain present.

Breema offers us practical steps to establish body-mind connection by unifying mind, body and feelings. When you are present, others are supported to be present.

We will work with the Nine Principles of Harmony and learn and practice Breema bodywork and Self-Breema exercises, living expressions of a profound understanding of the unity of all life.

with Roxanne Caswell and Birthe Kaarsholm

(510) 428-0937 * center@breema.com

 

Saturday 22 March 9.30am - 12.30pm & 2.00 - 5.00pm

Sunday 23 March 9.00am - 1.00pm

 

$200 ($175 before 3/11 * Sat. only: $125 ($100 before 3/11) 

 

"Experience Breema Evening" 

Friday 21 March - 7.00 - 8.30pm

no charge

The Breema Center

6076 Claremont Ave • Oakland, CA 94618

ph: 510/428-0937  •   fax: 510/428-9235

center@breema.com  •  www.breema.com

https://www.facebook.com/BreemaCenter

http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBreemaChannel

Yoga Nidra

with Jamie Cornell

Thursday 16th January, 8.00 pm

Yoga nidra is purely focused on deep relaxation to replenish mental and physical balance. No striving to perfect a pose, or compete against yourself or others, it is simply to be in the moment and take a break from worries, deadlines, and obligations. 

This is your opportunity to breathe, let go, and reconnect with your deepest self. 

*please bring a mat, pillow and blanket.

Suggested donation is $15 dollars.

The Art of Slowing Down

First Time in Northwest! 

Visiting international movement therapist, published author and workshop leader, Edward Yu 

will provide unique insights and optimal ‘body learning’ experiences 

as described in his acclaimed book:

The Art of Slowing Down

a Sense-able Approach to Running Faster 

This relaxed retreat workshop can apply to walkers, trekkers, and active day hikers as well. 

Pre-registration is required @ $125 to Tim Sobie, PT, Feldenkrais Practitioner® via info@alliantcare.com or by calling (206) 388-7746

November 8, 12:30-5:30 PM (206) 372-8822

Igniting the Flame of the Heart - Experiencing the Enneagram through the Dances of Universal Peace

"Ultimately, the benefit of studying the enneagram comes not from knowing more and more about how one is fixated psychologically, but in following the stirring of the call back to the reality of who we are." ~ Debra Janison


The Enneagram provides a map of consciousness that helps us better understand ourselves and others. We will focus in depth on the Enneagram of the Virtues. The Virtues are the dynamic expression of truth in the world. Work with the Virtues can create a shift from realization to actualization - the capacity to embody and live the Virtues. This work can open the way for the descent of grace and the conversion of our hearts. 
Through the medium of the Dances of Universal Peace, we move out of the mode of thinking about the Enneagram into experiencing spiritual presence and intelligence directly. These dances are a form of meditation-in-motion, combining simple circle dances with singing of sacred phrases, honoring the unifying core of the world's spiritual traditions. 

Co-created and facilitated by: 
N'Shama Sterling, Kibriya Renie Hope, Alia Calendar.  Friday, October 25^th, 7:00-10:00PM, and Saturday, October 26^th, 9:00AM – 5:00 PM  

$125 - early registration discount if postmarked by 10/11/13; $140 – after 10/11/13

To register, email Alia Calendar at lifemuse@comcast.net or call 206.363.4454 

Yoga with Victor Van Kooten

There are still a few spaces left in the upcoming special weekend workshop with Victor Van Kooten this October 11-13^th, to be held at m’illumino.

Victor is an internationally acclaimed yoga teacher who has been at the cutting edge of the modern yoga movement for over 40 years. Together with his wife, Angela Farmer, he has been developing a unique style of teaching yoga, sometimes referred to as “Yoga from the inside-out.” 

Victor and Angela now live in Greece and their travel schedule is slowing; this is a rare opportunity to experience his teaching in an intimate setting here in the Northwest.

Victor’s approach is more somatics-based than much of what is found in traditional yoga teaching; instead of teaching poses to the body, disciplining the body with external commands, he helps his students enliven their bodies so that Asanas evolve from an inner need to explore further and unwind old blockages and holdings. 

The workshop is suitable for all levels and promises to be a wonderful experience!

Victor is also an amazing artist and is known to produce drawings in his classes to illustrate the movement of energy in the body through imagery. Here is a link to see some of his yoga books:

http://angela-victor.com/victor.html and here you can see the Facebook event:https://www.facebook.com/events/169392509887432/

Please contact Melissa Middlebrook for more information or to register.melissabrook@Q.com (206) 271-1592

CD Release Party in Seattle!
Special Sales on Now for CDs

with Annie Thoe, Feldenkrais Practitioner

Friday Oct. 4th from 6-9pm

free talk/demonstration at 7pm of her six CDs
(each CD has 6-8 hours of guided instruction),

Drawing held in the evening to win a Free CD!!!

Bring friends, talk with interesting folks,
experience Annie's work and
enjoy food, beverages and fun.

For more information see www.sensingvitality.com for special sale prices for MP3 Downloads for those of you who prefer Downloads or can't make the party.  There will be specials for those at the party.

You can contact Annie at annie@sensingvitality.com
RSVPs are encouraged but feel free to drop by during the evening.

See you Friday 4th October!

New beginnings!

The Fall is imminent and one of these classes might be calling you to new levels of awareness and potential. We invite you to join us to celebrate the start of something good.

1 ~ All Levels Yoga Class 

This class emphasizes endurance through static poses and some flowing sequences. Explore standing poses, twists, backbends, balancing poses, and inversions with the support of a master yoga teacher. Arya will help you safely modify poses as needed to improve your strength, flexibility, and balance. While all levels are welcome, prior experience with an Intro to Yoga series is recommended.

Wednesdays 5.45 pm

Arya Pretlow, E-RYT 500, RPYT, has practiced yoga since 1993 and taught since 2001. She is a graduate of the College of Purna Yoga and has over 2000 hours of teacher training. Arya delights in helping people explore their range of motion, strength, and endurance in a safe and supportive atmosphere. As an E-RYT 500, Arya’s classes qualify as Continuing Education Credits for yoga teachers registered through Yoga Alliance. You can learn more about her teaching and other wellness services at www.aryapretlow.com or follow her on her blog, www.seattleyogini.com

2 ~ Vision Class

with Bridget Thompson. Exploring through movement, writing, drawing and discussion the idea that we see what we believe. How are we trapped by our perception and where is freedom? 4 weeks only Tuesdays 17th September to 8th October 12.00 - 2.00. $10/class, $40/series
email AnatomyofGrace@gmail.com

3 ~ Core Matters Pilates Conditioning 

Reacquaint yourself with the source of your body's flexibility and strength.

with Nancy Mattheiss, owner of Core Matters Pilates Conditioning, an experienced teacher adept at offering modifications to exercises that allow everyone to progress safely at their appropriate level.

Thursdays 9.30 am - new series starts September 26th designed for Beginning and Intermediate level participants. see classes for more info

4 ~ Soaring Crane Qigong

with Jeanie Taylor
Level I Practice Series
Wednesdays 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Oct 2 - Nov 20, 2013
Cost: Sign up for a minimum of any 6 wks ($90)
or all 8 wks ($110). Advance registration and
payment by Sept 20 is required
NOTE: this series is for current practitioners of Soaring Crane
Qigong. To sign up for Level I training contact Jeanie: Jeanie Taylor 5routines@gmail.com

For our full calendar of weekly classes including Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement, Tribal Bellydance and InterPlay click on our Class and Event calendar at left. Contact us on info@m-illumino.com

New Class ~ Soaring Crane Qigong

Level I Practice Series

Wednesdays 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Oct 2 - Nov 20, 2013

Location: m’illumino studio

6921 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle

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Cost: Sign up for a minimum of any 6 wks ($90)

or all 8 wks ($110). Advance registration and

payment by Sept 20 is required

NOTE: this series is for current practitioners of Soaring Crane

Qigong. To sign up for Level I training contact Jeanie.

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Contact: Jeanie Taylor 5routines@gmail.com

Breema - The Art of Being Present

Breema Weekend Workshop

23 and 24 March 2013

In this workshop we will work with Breema partner sequences and Self-Breema exercises as an introduction to body-mind connection, a cornerstone of the art of being present.

Practicing Breema supports connecting with others while deepening your connection with yourself, supporting you to become present and remain present.

Breema offers us practical steps to establish body-mind connection by unifying mind, body and feelings. When you are present, others are supported to be present.

We will work with the Nine Principles of Harmony and learn and practice Breema bodywork and Self-Breema exercises, living expressions of a profound understanding of the unity of all life.

with Laura Rawson and Birthe Kaarsholm

(510) 428-0937 * center@breema.com

Saturday 23 March 9.30am - 12.30pm & 2.00 - 5.00pm

Sunday 24 March 9.30am - 1.30pm

$200 ($175 before 11/3 * Sat. only: $125 ($100 before 11/3) 

"Experience Breema Evening" 

Friday March 22 - 7.00 - 8.30pm

no charge

Uplift Yourself

The Chakra System ~ Free Friday Event

Friday,  15th February 2013

6.00 - 7.30 pm

Free

with Nicole Wane

The Chakra system is rich with symbolism and wisdom for reaching human potential. This class will guide you to understanding this amazing system and how you are able to utilize it for your soul's growth and as a tool for intuitive insight and healing.

Nicole Wane is an Intuitive Energy Healer and Acupuncturist. Please join her for an exciting evening of learning, spiritual growth and insights that will take you to a whole new level of inspiration.

for more info: www.NicoleWane.com

Wellness Fair at m'illumino!

Saturday Feb. 2, 10am - 2pm

Join our gifted practitioners (plus a few guests) for a fun filled day of free mini-sessions and consultations.  Included are Feldenkrais, Acupuncture, Hellerwork, Intuitive Healing, Massage, Nutrition and more.   

There's going to be a raffle!  We have some fabulous sponsors, including East West Bookstore, The Bengal Tiger (Indian cuisine restaurant) and USANA brand supplements.  We will be raffling off gift certificates and services, so bring your friends and loved ones for a fun filled, educational and nourishing day of wellness. 

Breema - The Art of Being Present

Breema Weekend Workshop

23 and 24 March 2013

In this workshop we will work with Breema partner sequences and Self-Breema exercises as an introduction to body-mind connection, a cornerstone of the art of being present.

Practicing Breema supports connecting with others while deepening your connection with yourself, supporting you to become present and remain present.

Breema offers us practical steps to establish body-mind connection by unifying mind, body and feelings. When you are present, others are supported to be present.

We will work with the Nine Principles of Harmony and learn and practice Breema bodywork and Self-Breema exercises, living expressions of a profound understanding of the unity of all life.

with Laura Rawson and Birthe Kaarsholm

(510) 428-0937 * center@breema.com

Saturday 23 March 9.30am - 12.30pm & 2.00 - 5.00pm

Sunday 24 March 9.30am - 1.30pm

$200 ($175 before 11/3 * Sat. only: $125 ($100 before 11/3) 

"Experience Breema Evening" 

Friday March 22 - 7.00 - 8.30pm

no charge

Pilates Core Conditioning Series!

New class starts this Thursday 20th September 9.30-10.30 am

Reacquaint yourself with the source of your body's flexibility and strength.

with Nancy Mattheiss, owner of Core Matters Pilates Conditioning, an experienced teacher adept at offering modifications to exercises that allow everyone to progress safely at their appropriate level.

This series is designed for Beginning and Intermediate level participants. see classes for more info

Dancing the Nine-Pointed Star

Experiencing the Enneagram of the Holy Ideas 

through the Dances of Universal Peace

with N'Shama Stirling, Kibriya Renie Hope, Alia Calendar

The Enneagram provides a map of consciousness to help us better understand ourselves and others. This workshop offers participants an opportunity to experience the Enneagram of the Holy Ideas, which provides a glimpse of reality as it is when not viewed through the lens of our personality.

Through the medium of the Dances of Universal Peace, we move out of the mode of thinking about the Enneagram into experiencing spiritual presence and intelligence directly. These dances are a form of meditation-in-motion,combining simple circle dances with singing of sacred phrases, honoring the unifying core of the world's spiritual traditions.

Dances will be selected to exemplify the Enneagram of the Holy Ideas. Each dance will be selected to invoke the Holy Idea for each point of the Enneagram followed by a brief discussion of the experience.

Turning our attention toward and opening ourselves to be touched by the Holy Ideas is one way to begin the journey to our true self.

Friday 14th September  7.00 - 10.00 pm

Saturday 15th September  9.00 am - 5.00 pm

$140

register: Alia Calendar 206.363.4454  LifeMuse@comcast.net

Balance in Action

Saturday July 7th and 21st 1.00 - 4.00 pm

Feldenkrais - more fun, more freedom!

with LeeAnn Starovasnik, Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner

Saturday July 7th - Traveling
Taking a road trip? Flying into the wild blue yonder? Simply commuting in Seattle? Support your comfort and ease and improve your well being while you travel.


Saturday July 21st - Running
Whether running in circles, after a ball or a little one, or just for a bus come and learn how to improve this natural skill and recapture the joy of moving that we all had as children. It can be fun to run again! (using the Harmonious Running TM program)

$45/$60

to register: LeeAnn@NextStepConsultingInc.com or 206 372 8822

Infinity Box Theatre Project

Infinity Box Theatre Project

presents

Greg Bear reading Kate Wilhelm’s

Ladies and Gentlemen, This Is Your Crisis!

Infinity Box Theatre Project invites you to join us at a fundraiser for our production of the world premiere adaptation of Kate Wilhelm’s short story 

Ladies and Gentlemen, This Is Your Crisis!

The highlight of the evening will be a reading of the original story by award winning science fiction writer Greg Bear. As always with Infinity Box, the reading will be followed by a lively conversation, including a brief video of Kate Wilhelm explaining what prompted her to write the story.

Wednesday, May 23rd at M’illumino

6921 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle

Reception: 7:00 to 8:00 pm; Reading at 8:00 pm

Suggested donation $20 Seating is limited. 

Reservations strongly suggested: tickets@infinitybox.org

Ladies and Gentlemen, This Is Your Crisis! will open on Friday, June 29th

at the Ethnic Cultural Theater, 3940 Brooklyn Ave. NE, Seattle

http://infinitybox.org