Bringing together the elements of Qi Gong, Yoga, Improvisation and Modern dance, we work with gravity, connecting to nature, energy, body/ ground, sound, and each other. The class focuses on creating fluidity, awareness, alignment, balance, health and peace.

Nina Jirka studied various forms of dance, music, and theatre at the legendary Russian Dance Academy in the USSR. Dancing as a soloist with the Moscow Festival Ballet, Perm Opera, Kremlin Ballet, and Stars of Bolshoi, Nina toured extensively through Europe and Asia. Moving to New York, Nina continued to perform, study, and teach. In 2006, she received MA degree from the State University of New York and founded Tango New Paltz. In the Hudson Valley, Nina had the pleasure of working with The Vanaver Caravan Institute, Figures in Flight Dance Company, and RTA (Rehabilitation through the Arts) Programs, and Ashtanga Yoga of New Paltz. Currently, Nina teachers dance at SUNY NP and organizes dance workshops and events for all ages. Nina is lucky and grateful to have a beautiful family.

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