Start the New Year with a New Dance. . .

**********ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER!!************

~Discover Your Inner BellyDancer~

Belly Dance for Beginners
6 week series  Jan 8 - Feb 12
Fridays 5:15-6:25p  

Learn a fun coreography to a Middle Eastern song while getting an awesome workout! If you have *always* wanted to try Belly Dancing, Now is the time! I would love to share it with you.  I will take you through the steps and introduce you to the beautiful Art of Bellydance. Women of all shapes, ages and physical fitness levels will enjoy strengthening their bodies while making new friends, redefining their figures and increasing their self esteem. Join us for some laughter, fun, and shimmies. 

Register for this 6 class series for only $50
Call Lacy (904) 246-4970 oR
   Email lacy.norman@comcast.net

Classes held at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave North in Jax Beach

Dancing in Circles. . .

  On Sunday Dec 13th I attended my first writing circle with Sharon Elliott.  It was a beautiful and heart opening experience.  The circle was full of Ahhhhs of appreciation and Mmmms of thoughtfulness as we each shared our words.  Sharon was a perfect guide and helped us explore our "sphere" inside and out.  I am just beginning to get reconnected with my inner poet so this circle of women writing with simple words was what I needed to fuel my fire of creation.  Here is a link to Sharon's site and a poem complied of phrases we each wrote in the circle: All Write Now  This workshop was a great was to spend 2 hours on a Sunday.  We continued to build and integrate the energy with a Yoga class from 5-6p followed by our monthly Women's Drum Circle.  By the end of the evening I was dancing and drumming in pure delight!  Thank you sooooo much to all the organizers and Ladies who joined us for this special, empowering day!! We can't wait to have Sharon back in January for another mini-retreat.  It's scheduled for Sunday Jan 10th, 2:00 – 4:30pm and again followed by Yoga at 5p and Women's Drum Circle at 6p.  Please join me at Renaissance Healing Center for this wonderful experience of the creative feminine.
Peace
Lacy

Green Market Sat 2-5pm

Happy Holidays to my friends, family, and clients! I hope your enjoying yourselves and spending quality time with loved ones this season :)  I'm writing to tell you we will be at the After Christmas Green Market in Jarbo Park, Neptune Beach.  Renaissance Healing Center has booth this week.  There will be aromatherapy products and discounted boutique gift baskets for sale as well as our yoga class passes and massage gift certificates.  I will be there getting people registered for my Beginner's Bellydance 6 weeks session that beginns Jan 8.  Just look and listen for my "jingles"  I'll be wearing a BellyDance coin belt and giving demo lessons to whoever is interested.  Come out and get locally grown produce and hand crafted products today, Saturday 12/26 from 2 - 5pm in Neptune Beach. see you there
~Lacy

lacy.norman@comcast.net

It's "Abs Week" with Pilates and Bellydancing!

Wednesday 7pm  ~ Pilates Plus
Last week we had fun with the fitness circle and ball in a great Pilates Toning Class.  This week we'll focus on the core and powerhouse with Power Abs!  Pilates exercises work your deep abdominal muscles(core) while also working the muscles around the hip joint and the muscles of the lower back.  Including the core, this area makes up the powerhouse of the body.  If you build lean muscle here, it improves your balance, stamina and burns lots of calories!  So if you want flat abs this holiday season, come to Pilates class Wednesday night from 7-8:15pm at Renaissance Healing Center (A1A & 3rd N).

Thursday 12noon ~ 45 min Lunch Time Pilates
Another way to get flat abs and more energy is to do core exercises throughout your day.  If you squeeze in some mind-body exercise during your lunch break you'll feel less fatigue (and less back pain) at the end of your day.  So get out of your office (or car) and onto a mat for some stretching and strengthening every Thursday from 12 to 12:45pm.

Friday 5:15pm ~ Bellydancing for Beginners series #6 of 6
It's the last class of this series!   As we wrap up the dance (DjennaDjenna), we'll be getting awesome ab work practicing camels and hip twists.  Ladies you are welcome to wear skirts and all the shiny, jingly baubles you want for our Last Class.  I look forward to having a fun time with you all!  Our next session begins in January.  The first class will be on Friday Jan. 8, 2010 and will continue every Friday for 6 weeks.  Register before Dec 18th and get an extra $5 off the low price of $50!

Next Week:  Join me Wed. December 23rd for Last Chance Cardio Pilates.  <3 Let's make our hearts' happy(and strong) and burn some calories before the big holiday feast!  $10 drop in or first class free <3


~Lacy Norman STOTT PILATES Instructor~
 (904) 246-4970  lacy.norman@comcast.net
All classes held at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave N Jax Beach (behind Rita's)

Pilates classes Wednesday and Thursday

Pilates Group Classes this week at Renaissance Healing Center


Wednesday 7pm - Pilates Plus  $10
Join me this week for Back Care Pilates.  In this beginner level class, we explore the range of motion of the spine with exercises that strengthen the core and improve posture.  Your First Class is Free!

Thursday Noon - Lunch Time Pilates  $8
Come to this 45 minute "power lunch" class and you will feel rejuvenated, restored, and have more energy for the rest of your workday.  Everyone is welcome to bring their lunch and eat on our front porch, enjoying the beach breeze and complimentary Yogi Tea :)  So get out of your office (or car) and onto a mat during your lunch break for some stretching and strengthening.

Friday 5:15pm - Bellydancing for Beginners series #4 of 6
We are already halfway through the dance, 3 more classes to go!  I've been having so much fun dancing with all the ladies in class, I just don't want it to end ;)  So I'm having a second session beginning in January!  The first class will be on Friday Jan. 8, 2010 and will continue every week for 6 weeks.  Register before Dec 18th and get an extra 10% off the low price of $50!

~Lacy Norman STOTT PILATES Instructor~
 (904) 246-4970  lacy.norman@comcast.net

Reminder: No Bellydance Tonight

A reminder to my students: there is no bellydance class tonight, we will resume next Friday.  I hope it was a Happy Thanksgiving for everyone!  I am teaching the Sunday class at 5pm this weekend and if you would like to get a bit of bellydance practice in we can do that also, so please come to Renaissance Healing Center.  :)  

We are the Spotlight business this Saturday at the Green Market in Jarbo Park, Neptune Beach.  We will have a tent with chair massage and Free Yoga Class passes as well as spa gift baskets for sale.  Don't forget to ask Joy all about her Acupuncture and Qigong treatments we are now offering at the Center.  I look forward to seeing you all and doing some Green Post-Thanksgiving shopping ;-)

peace

Lacy Norman

lacy.norman@comcast.net

Top 10 Reasons to do Pilates! (About.com)

Here is the Top 10 List from an article I like on the Pilates About.com page... read the full article here 
The Many Benefits of Pilates Exercise
A Top 10 List of Great Reasons to Do Pilates By Marguerite Ogle, About.com Guide

There are far more than 10 reasons to do Pilates. I'm starting with 10 because I want to inspire you and give you the opportunity to follow-up on the aspects of Pilates training that interest you. My personal list of the benefits of Pilates could reach way past 20 items. But start here and see what you think. Is Pilates right for you?

If you already do Pilates, read the list and see if your favorite reason to do Pilates is here. If not, visit the Pilates forum and tell us about it. You can also take the poll: Why Do You Do Pilates?

1. Pilates is Whole-Body Fitness

2. Adaptable to Many Fitness Levels and Needs

3. Creates Strength Without Bulk

4. Increases Flexibility

5. Develops Core Strength

6. Improves Posture

7. Increases Energy

8. Promotes Weight Loss and Long, Lean Appearance

9. Increases Awareness - Body/Mind Connection

10. There are Many Ways to Learn Pilates

Pilates instruction is easy to come by these days. The ever-growing popularity of Pilates has put it on the map all over the world. This is good because when you start Pilates training, it is important to start with live Pilates instruction at a studio or gym, and preferably from a certified instructor. But there are lots of ways to supplement your learning once you get going. You can practice at home and you don't need one bit of fancy equipment, just comfy clothes and a mat.

• Top Ways to Learn Pilates
• Pilates Info for Beginners
• Pilates DVD Reviews
• Pilates Books
• Free Pilates Exercise Instructions Online

And for those of you who have ever wondered what the difference is between Pilates and Yoga here are 2 more excellent articles by Marguerite Ogle with the answer:

The Pilates - Yoga Connection

Pilates vs Yoga Exercises

happy reading!

BIG SALE THIS FRIDAY ONLY!

Renaissance Healing Center Annual Holiday Gift Certificate Sale this Friday Nov. 20th ALL DAY!

Looking for some stress-free shopping?

Come to 228 3rd Ave North in Jax Beach today for a one-day-only-sale.  Get Awesome Discounts on Gift Certificates for Massages, Facials & Skin Care, Yoga and Pilates Classes, Acupuncture & Medical Qigong Treatments, Customized Spa Packages and MORE!!


I will be there all day selling my Pilates and Bellydance Class Passes.
Here are my specials:

• Lunch Time Yoga & Pilates 8 Class Card - good for 4 Yoga (Mondays at Noon) and 4 Pilates (Thursdays at Noon) 45 minute Classes - regularly $64 ($8 per class) - on sale for $56
  
• One 10 Class Pilates Pass - good for my Wed. at 7pm or Thursday at Noon Group Classes - regularly $80 - on sale for $70
• Belly Dance for Beginners 6 weeks series on Fridays Jan 8-Feb 12 - regularly $50 - register early for $45
  

Don't miss these savings!  Our Practitioners and Instructors are the BEST in Jax.  We are even the official spa of the Casa Marina Hotel in Jax Beach!  Please come to enjoy a relaxing shopping experience and stay for our holiday party from 5-8pm.  We'll have food and music and look for me Bellydancing by the fire  ;-)  see you there!

Lacy Norman
Certified Stott Pilates Instructor
(904) 246-4970

Still time to sign up for Bellydance!!

My students and I had a great time in our first Beginner's Bellydance class Friday evening!
<-- I even got Henna'd for the occasion  ;-)

If you couldn't make it, there is still time to catch up and start next Friday 11/13.  You will learn a coreography to a Lebanese style song over a 6 week session.  Next week we will review the beginning that we learned yesterday and add on more of the dance.  So that means there's one more week left to register for the Beginner's Bellydance series being held at Renaissance Healing Center.
Please call me at (904) 246-4970 or email me at lacy.norman@comcast.net if you would like to sign up, the cost is $50
If you have *always* wanted to try BellyDancing, Now is the time! I would love to share it with you  :)
~Join my class, learn a beautiful dance and discover your inner BellyDancer~

peace.love.dance.
Lacy ~Aleaxandra~ Norman
(904) 246-4970
lacy.norman@comast.net

November Class Schedule

Here is the November schedule for my Pilates Plus class
*First Class FREE*  Wednesdays 7-8:10pm

• 11/04  Back Care & Stretching
• 11/11  Get Flat Abs
• 11/18  Pilates Toning w/Resistance Tools
• 11/25 Cardio

I will also be teaching a Pilates Lunch Time class every Thursday from 12noon - 12:45pm at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave N Jax Beach, FL   (904) 249-0200


Peace,
Lacy Norman
your STOTT Pilates Certified Instructor

Register Now for Bellydance!

New classes beginning in November

**New classes are forming now at Renaissance Healing Center**

Thanks to requests from many of my students, I've decided to start a Beginner's Belly Dance Class!  The first class will be November 6th (just around the corner!) and will be a 6 week session where you learn a Coreography to a great Middle Eastern song.  The cost will be $50 for the 6 weeks and it will be Fridays at 5:15 - 6:15pm, please RSVP to register for the class before it fills up!
call (904) 246-4970 or email lacy.norman@comcast.net

Sunday, November 8th is the second gathering of the new Jax Beach Women's Drum Circle, directed by Marilyn Wilson and hosted by us. This will correspond nicely with the first bellydance session that Friday Nov. 6th, so I will perform, at the drum circle, the dance that I will be teaching for the 6 weeks.  I look forward to dancing and drumming with all of you!  The Dance has brought so much Joy to my life and I wish to share with you.  I encourage you to read and learn more about this ancient art...
please visit   www.bellydance.org

Also, beginning in November, my new Lunch Time Pilates class on Thursdays from 12Noon - 12:45pm.  We at Renaissance Healing Center are proud to serve the Beaches Area and love working with our Local Businesses.  We strive to keep you healthy in Body, Mind, and Spirit!  So get out of your office (or car) and on to a Yoga mat during your lunch break and you will feel rejuvenated, restored, and even more productive throughout the rest of your day.  We also offer a Lunch Time Yoga class on Mondays, each class is only $8 and lasts 45 minutes.  Everyone is welcome to bring their lunch and eat on our front porch, enjoying the beach breeze and complimentary Yogi Tea.

I will, of course, still be teaching Pilates Plus on Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:10pm and new students to this class will get their First Session Free!
CLICK HERE for RHC Yoga Schedule and Open House Events happening soon at Renaissance Healing Center.

I look forward to seeing you in class!
Peace
Lacy Norman
Cert. STOTT PILATES Instructor
(904) 246-4970

October Schedule

Ahh fall, it's finally here.... fall brings focus as our energies turn to new projects, routines, and introspection.
It's a great time to try new things, as our minds crave new learning experiences.

Here is the October schedule for my Pilates Plus class:

• 10/07  Back Care & Stretching
• 10/14  Get Flat Abs
• 10/21  Pilates Toning w/Resistance Tools
• 10/28  Strength Training w/Deanna

*First Class FREE*  Wednesdays 7-8:10pm
at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave N Jax Beach, Fl

Peace,
Lacy Norman
your STOTT Pilates Certified Instructor

Healthy & Fit Reminder

This Wednesday: Pilates Power Abs and Healthy&Fit Support Group

Yes, it has already been one month since our last meeting! The Healthy & Fit Group meets again this Wednesday at 6:15-7pm in the Renaissance Healing Center Yoga room. Anyone interested in creating/maintaining a healthy lifestyle through goal setting and friendly, holistic support is welcome to join. It is free.. for more info please visit the Healthy & Fit Blog. Everyone is welcome to come early for Yoga w/Lauren at 5-6p or stay for my Pilates Plus class at 7-8pm. I look forward to seeing you all again!
Namaste
Lacy

September Pilates Schedule

Wow! What an awesome Belly Dance class we had last week! Thanks to all the ladies who participated, we had a Blast! This week it's time to get back to basics with the Essential Pilates exercises. In my Back Care & Stretching class we cover the principles of Pilates movement and break down 9 of the exercises that are most effective for relieving back pain and strengthening the spine, while still being gentle enough to do daily. This is a perfect class for anyone new to Pilates or recovering from injury. More advanced students can also benefit from reviewing the basic principles as form, quality of movement and breath are essential to a good Pilates practice.

Then next week, Sept. 9th, join us for Strength Training with Deanna Zeek. She is a personal trainer at Focus Fitness in Jax Beach and the trainer we recommend to all our clients. This will be her second time guest teaching in my Pilates class and we can't wait to see her again. Last time she brought her resistance bands and weights and guided us through a heart-pumping, muscle building workout that had us sweating and feeling great! Be sure and bring supportive shoes with you to this class... and maybe a towel, too ;)

Here is the full September Schedule:

Pilates Plus + Wednesdays 7pm @ Renaissance Healing Center in Jax Beach

• 9/2 Back Care & Stretching
• 9/9 Strength Training w/Deanna
• 9/16 Power Abs Pilates
• 9/23 Pilates Toning w/Toys
• 9/30 Cardio

All new students to the Center will receive one week of free classes! Come in before Sept 15th to take advantage of this great offer. Click Here for the details and full schedule of yoga classes.
See you in class!
Lacy
STOTT PILATES CERTIFIED
(904) 246-4970
lacy.norman@comcast.net

Get Ready to Shimmie & Shake

Come to Renaissance Healing Center and Bellydance with me this Wednesday! We will begin with a Pilates warm up (as always) and then I'll teach you an awesome drum solo. No experience necessary, I'll have you dancing and smiling and sweating in no time ;) Come join the fun and shake your cares away! Wednesday night 7:00-8:15p at 3rd and 3rd North behind Rita's Italian Ice.

"...with Bells on."
Lacy ~Alexandra~
(904)246-4970

Be Healthy&Fit with weekly fitness classes and monthly group meetings

The Healthy & Fit Group and the Pilates Plus class were created by Heather and I in order to provide (and receive) support for people with diet, weight loss, and fitness goals. Ideally, everyone from the monthly group meetings would come to the weekly class and vise versa. So to make that simpler we are moving the meetings to Wednesdays. The next Healthy & Fit group meeting is on Wed. 8/19 at 6:15pm just before the Pilates Plus class at 7pm at Renaissance Healing Center. I would love for all my students to come early and attend the meeting, it is free. We also provide a food plan and notebook for $10. Heather is an excellent life coach and always helps you be your best. It is wonderful sharing our experiences and learning from each other every month. Here is the link to her latest post on the Healthy&Fit Blog for more information about the group. I feel, as Heather does, that I couldn't have met my health goals without the support and encouragement of those around me. True Wellness is a continuous mind/body/spirit journey, not meant to be travelled alone.
Namaste
Lacy

Renaissance Healing Center
228 3rd Ave North
Jax Beach, FL 32250

August Schedule and Specials

Pilates Plus + Wednesdays 7pm @ Renaissance Healing Center
August Class Schedule

• 8/5 Back Care & Stretching
• 8/12 Cardio Beach Walk
• 8/19 Pilates Toning w/Toys
• 8/26 Belly Dance Basics

Great News--I'm extending my July special through the end of August! Get set for Fall by prepaying for 10 classes. When you purchase a 10-pack of classes at $80 you'll receive a Private Pilates session(1hr) absolutely FREE! That's a $60 value! You may schedule it at anytime before you use up you 10 group class passes and I can come to your home or we can reserve space at Renaissance for your session. So make the commitment to your health and purchase those next 10 sessions at $8 a class and take advantage of the awesome benefits of a One on One session with me!!

Enjoy these last days of summer and tell your friends to come check out Renaissance Healing Center in Jax Beach and get a week of FREE yoga classes before August 31st!
Peace,
Lacy
(904)246-4970
lacy.norman@comcast.net

Deanna Zeek @ RHC tonight!

Hello Healthy & Fit Friends!
I wanted to remind all of you that Deanna Zeek is guest teaching in my Pilates Plus class this evening at 7pm at Renaissance Healing Center. She is an excellent personal trainer and owner of Focus Fitness. She will be instructing us on Strength Training tonight, so please wear your workout shoes and be ready to lift some light weights to tone your arms and legs. I strive to bring variety and fun to my Pilates Plus students by offering everything from simple stretching to pilates core to cardio fitness. This Strength Training session is part of the "plus" side of my class. Please don't miss out on this great opportunity to work with a Trainer in a small group setting at a fantastic price! I'll be there, I hope you are too ;-)

Summer Special--A week of Free Classes!

Renaissance Healing Center is offering an entire week of free classes to all new students who come in before August 31st! Check out the details here
Start your free week today with my Pilates Plus class at 7pm!

Renaissance Healing Center
228 3rd Ave N
Jax Beach FL 32250
right behind Rita's Italian Ice on A1A

Beginner Pilates Exercises

http://pilates.about.com/
Here's 10 Beginner Pilates Mat exercises for you to try!
Be sure to read all the instructions before attempting, and don't forget the Warm Up ;)
If you are unsure of how to do it or are having trouble with your form let me know and I will help you!
Come try them out in class first if you have back or neck pain, so I can guide you through it.
Get moving and Learn something new and most important have Fun!

Peace
Lacy Norman
STOTT PILATES CERT.
(904)246-4970
lacy.norman@comcast.net

July Schedule and Specials

These are the Pilates inspired workouts offered in my Pilates Plus class every Wednesday 7-8:10pm at Renaissance Healing Center: Stretching&Back Care, Power Abs, Toning w/Tools, Belly Dance, Cardio Beach Walk, and Strength Training. Please click on the "Healthy and Fit Group-Jax Beach" Blog Link to the right side for more information on the Monthly Support Group that goes along with this class. Also, check out the other classes offered at RHC by clicking the "Renaissance Healing Center" Blog Link under Beach Blogs :)

Here is the Schedule of classes for the month of July:

• Wed. 7/1 - Cardio Beach Walk
• Wed. 7/8 - Pilates Toning w/Toys
• Wed. 7/15 - BellyDance Basics
• Wed. 7/22 - Power Abs
• Wed. 7/29 - Strength Training w/Guest Teacher Deanna Zeek, Focus Fitness Personal Trainer

I am running a new special for the month of July! If you purchase a 10-pack of classes at $80 you'll receive a Private Pilates session(1hr) absolutely FREE! That's a $60 value! You may schedule it at anytime before you use up you 10 group class passes and I can come to your home or we can reserve space at Renaissance for your session. This is a great way to experience Pilates and to really understand the fundamentals of how your body moves. In addition to the workout, during the private session we will discuss your fitness goals and your posture and any personal limitations or issues you may have so that I may help you reach those goals quickly and safely.
Remember Joseph Pilates himself said: "In 10 sessions you will Feel a difference, in 20 sessions you will See a difference, and in 30 sessions you will have a new body" (and everyone will See a difference in you).
So this month make the commitment and purchase those next 10 sessions at $8 a class and take advantage of the awesome benefits of a One on One session with me!!

Thank you all so much for your business :) It is important, especially during stressful times, that we take good care of ourselves by exercising and eating right.
See you in class!
Lacy Norman
Cert. STOTT PILATES Instructor
lacy.norman@comcast.net

Lacy's First Post

Greetings everyone and Welcome to Lacy's Place!

Thanks for reading my very first post on my new blog :-D

The purpose of this blog is to have an interactive site where I can share my thoughts on Pilates and Massage and Holistic Healthcare; as well as, to connect with my students, potential clients, and fellow mind/body instructors. I will be posting updates on my classes, specials, and generally informing my readers of anything I think may be worth their time. (such as events in the Jacksonville area, new healthy products to try, Pilates exercise of the week, green tips, etc) Please Follow my Blog so you can be notified of updates as soon as I post! Also, Check out the list of blogs I Follow on the right and the sites in the Links section. Check back soon for my class schedule and specials!

Lacy Norman
STOTT PILATES Certified Instructor