Testimonials from Randee Fox's Nia students

"Dancing Nia with Randee is pure joy! She has an easy, smooth way of bringing all her students along with her in this journey of spirit, passion and self-nurturing through movement. Randee's class has allowed me to get back into dancing; but it is not like an hour of just learning a routine - it is creative, great exercise and fun!"
--Vicci Kane
Sammamish, Washington
Mom of 2 girls (who also love Nia) Student since January 2008

"Randee introduced me to the Nia experience last fall, and I was hooked from the first class! She has led me down a personal path of inner healing. Watching her own emotive expressions, I have befriended my own body and have used the form to get to the formless part of my timeless Self. She has been a spirit guide, often touching me with her words before class as she creates the mood and defines the intention. Randee is a beautiful dancer, with a style and grace that is inspiring to watch. Her movements give me a framework from which to speak my own heart through movement. I respect her commitment to Nia and applaud her efforts to continue her own growth as both a teacher and a fellow student dancing through life!"
Stephanie Rostad
Sammamish, Washington
Student since 2007

"Taking Nia classes with Randee is the best thing I've done for myself in years. It has changed the way I feel about my body, given me more energy and flexibility and opened up the playful child in me. I really want to share it with everyone I know. Randee is a true inspiration and has built a community that is warm, supportive and inviting."
Sue Campbell
Stephen Minister
Sammamish, WA
Student since 2007

"Fibromyalgia means that the single most difficult thing to do is that which is most helpful: Exercise. Having been ill since 1990, I am unable to walk, run, exercise at the gym, or engage in just about any other form of exercise. If I attempt it, my chronic pain increases and my chronic fatigue flares. In Randee's NIA class, I discovered an exception and a blessing. Not only am I able to participate (at my own speed), Nia with Randee does not flare my condition. In fact, I always feel better, more energetic, looser in my joints, and, amazingly, a lessening of the pain. For me, Randee's Nia classes are nothing less than miraculous."
M. Y. Mim - writer
Santa Barbara, CA
Student since 2004

"I have been taking Nia from Randee for at least three years now since 2005! I enjoy Nia with Randee because it is a form of exercise that I don't have to feel insecure about my abilities to do. I am very comfortable in Randees studio enjoying the dance and freedom of movement. For me the variety of the movements makes it enjoyable."
Becky deVries-Wong,
Redmond, WA
Student since 2005

"Randee's Nia classes completely satisfy my criteria for exercise - heart rate, stamina, muscle toning, stretching, balance, coordination. And they are perfect for stress release; expressing emotions through movement leaves me relaxed and calm and feeling nurtured. Randee is a very caring person and teacher, and her class always keeps moving and is totally absorbing."
Jennie Jeffries
Tapestry weaver
Sammammish. WA
Student since 2005

"I have been a regular student with Randee since 2004. Her creativity is limitless; every class is fresh and stimulating. She guides us to interpret and blend our bodies, minds, emotions and spirits. She has a fun way of sharing her own learning, reducing our inhibitions, and helping us become more dynamic. From her approach to this practice I have developed a healthier, happier, and more balanced life style."
Ann Fletcher,
Teacher
Issaquah, WA
Student since 2004

"I was introduced to Nia by Randee when I walked into a class at the club we belonged to in November, 2004 and immediately felt Nia to be a "breath of fresh air." I have been a devoted student of Randee's ever since. She passes on to her students all aspects of the Nia technique, interspersing physical detail, philosophical ideas, and her own creative imagery, making the hour long workout time well spent. This creative variety allows her to connect with a diverse group of students, younger to older, always making the classes interesting and stimulating.

Randee very quickly starting planting the seeds for me to become a Nia instructor myself and when the time was right I took the White Belt training in February, 2007. She hosted this training at her studio demonstrating how very devoted she is to spreading this wonderful practice and building a community. Randee continues to be my teacher and mentor, giving freely of her ideas and inspiring me to now take the Blue Belt. My life is now filled with joy, fitness and health, beauty and inspiration because of finding the practice of Nia delivered from a hard working and devoted teacher.
Nia is more than an exercise program and Randee Fox is more than a Nia Teacher!"
Gayle Holeton
Nia instructor
Sammamish, WA
Student since 2004

"I have had the pleasure to experience Randee Fox's joy of movement both as a teacher of Nia and as her friend. I am forever grateful for the beautiful Nia class/ceremony she provided for my daughter and her women friends as she crossed the threshold of marriage. We were all deeply touched by her sensitivity, passion and love that emanated from her teaching. Randee creates environments for people to uncover the body's way and the joy of movement through the Nia practice."
--Melanie Stern, LCSW
Nia instructor
Therapist, Trainer, Consultant,
Aptos, CA

"I discovered Randee's Nia class in the fall of 2006. My hope was to find the answer to what would give 'new life' to my mundane workouts. I danced with Randee for 4 months. She was/is an angel and inspiration in my life as she shared her passion of Nia. Her body of work, her calling, her path, her practice, deeply and profoundly touched me in my core, and I decided this was part of my calling and became a Certified White Belt Nia Instructor. For me, Nia has become an Integral Life Practice, one of shaping of myself. It is a holistic approach to the wellness and nurturing of my body, mind, emotions and spirit. Through Randee's loving guidance I have been able to find my way to integrate my creative journey through the dance of life."
Barbara Krauss
Nia Instructor
Steward, Kore Red Tent
Sammamish, WA
Student since October 2006

"I think you are an excellent teacher. Not only do you lead the class through many complicated moves-but you are able to make sure that your students never feel left out or lost in your classes-I notice that you watch your students and always are assisting, helping and guiding us through the steps. In addition I completely enjoy how you share the practices of Nia and the spiritual aspects of Nia and how it can transform and affect us in our lives. I get so much out of your class that I am willing to make the journey across Lake Washington. Your space is beautiful, I enjoy dancing and looking at your wonderful artwork. Thank you for making your Nia class so special."
Warm Regards,
Melodie Schneider
Seatttle, WA
Student since January 2008

"Randee has been a gift to my body, mind and soul. Nia is exactly what I have been looking for and never knew existed. I have been involved in fitness since I was 16 and am now 44. I teach pilates and pratice it regularly, but never have been able to find how to get my cardio and not feel like it was a chore. Years ago,I found a dance class in LA that I fell in love with and wished I could move there and take everyday. It was very empowering and I connected with it. When I got home in Feb of 2008 from my latest trip to LA, I was determined to find something that fed not only my body, but also my soul, as much as this out of state class did. I found the Nia website and I was impressed by Randee's commitment and qualifications. I took a class at her studio and was hooked. Randee exudes everything Nia stands for. She explained what to expect and made sure I knew the hour was mine to use as my body needed. There was no following of exact dance steps as I was used to in previous group classes. The community was welcoming and that was so different. Randee is energetic in her practice of Nia and I get a great workout every time I take class with her. If my work schedule did not get in the way, I would be at her class every time it was offered. It is a stress reliever and also a great mind-body connection. I even brought my 19-year old daughter to Nia. She loved it and felt very comfortable with Randee. She cannot wait to return. I no longer have to look for my place to dance. I found it with Randee and Nia. For that I feel very blessed."
Paula Ferris
Certified Pilates Instructor
Woodinville, WA
Student since February 2008

Nia and Randee Fox are the best things that I've ever found! Nia is the perfect fusion of dance, yoga, and martial arts that I've always been looking for. I've never before felt such freedom of expression in movement and the ability to let go of my inhibitions and create as a child would. I now actually inhabit my body and move differently through life. Randee Fox is the ultimate Nia teacher! She is authentic, warm, caring, healing. She both grounds me and inspires me. And I look forward to seeing her beautiful face and feeling her wonderful energy as much as I look forward to dancing!
Lori Stefano
Court Reporter
Sammamish, WA
Student since September 2008