Suzanne or Chief Lady Day
Owner and Instructor
Greetings! I absolutely and utterly, love to dance. I want to share this passion -this joy- with everyone and that is why I am so proud to be an instructor of Bliss. Bliss allows each and every participant to reach pure happiness through freedom of self-expression by dancing to easily choreographed music. Every Bliss class is a celebration and is so much FUN! It is an extra that it betters your mind and body, making you healthier so you can take on life’s exciting challenges and adventures. Let’s dance (with reckless abandon)!
Lori or Chief Sweets
Owner and Instructor
Here is my dilemma. I hate the treadmill, yet I love the overall general outcome it brings me. With so many years of uninspired sweat on the treadmill, I have finally stumbled across the solution! Dance baby, dance! Shake it, groove it, dip it, slide it, squat it, kick it, shimmy what your God given momma gave you and you will sweat. If you're like me, in the process, you find the most soul satisfying workout know to man. If you love to sway to music, you belong here. If you find yourself tapping your toes or moving your hips to the music as you shop, you belong here. No matter what dance background you have or don't have, this is the place you can smile all hour long. I teach Bliss because it gives everyone a chance to dance if they want to.
Stacy or Chief Peace
Instructor
When Bliss began, I thought I had found Nirvana. I was sick to death of the exercise machines at the gym, and couldn't get motivated to exercise because it was no fun. I have tried a lot of other types of exercise and although I have found some classes that are fun, nothing speaks to me personally like Bliss. Let me tell you why......
I have always been moved by music and dance. In fact, if a song comes on the radio in my car that I love, I will stay in my car until the song is finished! And dance, to me, is one of the most beautiful forms of expression there is. When you dance, no matter how skilled you are, your spirit dances - and who wouldn't want that? Bliss gives you a safe, fun environment to experience that liberating joy AND the fact that you are keeping your body healthy through exercise is an awesome bonus.I know there a lot of women out there, who in the past, have taken either dance classes, used to go out dancing with friends, or who just can't help themselves and move when they hear music. We want you in class! Your energy will uplift you and others you dance with and will help you stay healthy, both physically and mentally.
Can't wait to see you in class!
Instructor
Dance has always been a part of my life. Ever since I can remember, my mom would turn up the music and our family would either play, do a ten minute cleaning “blitz,” or entertain ourselves at the end of holiday nights. We always tapped into a deep, satisfying happiness during these bizarre family experiences. Then it was ballet, jazz, tap, and later some hip hop and modern. Eventually I discovered partner dancing and fell in love with Lindy Hop and East Coast Swing. I was later introduced to salsa and then after a number of years away from steady dancing, I rediscovered my love for movement again through salsa and other Latin dances. Then there was hoopdance and the beauty of freeform movement within a circle! Soon after I discovered and began instructing hoopdance, I visited Bend and happened upon an amazing class and an even more amazing group of women -- this was my introduction to Bliss! A year later, I moved to Bend and hadn't forgotten about this lovely experience. Waahlaah, Bliss was in my life again and it was here to stay! I haven’t experienced a single moment when I wasn’t feeling better about everything after a session with my body, mind, and spirit in tune with the rhythm of music during Bliss. I think that's one of the unique benefits of Bliss: it's a holistic experience, connecting each part of who we are as individuals which creates an energizing connectivity in a group setting. I continue to grow and learn about myself through this fascinating form of movement and will encourage others to discover what it’s all about . . . joy, love, beauty, harmony, peace, happiness, balance, fun and BLISS ~ And, an excellent strength and cardio workout to boot!!
Alison or Chief Effervescent
Instructor
Hi my name is Alison! I currently teach Bliss and Zumba at Fusion Fitness. I am originally from San Diego CA, though I am proud to call Central Oregon my home. I love fitness and I support any avenue that brings people to health and wellness! Dance Fitness is my ultimate passion because I never feel like my workout is WORK!! Dancing burns excessive calories, foster long lean muscles and provides an invigorating yet FUN and enjoyable experience. I appreciate working in a social environment and I value helping other's reach success!! My goal at Fusion Fitness is to share my enthusiasm for Dance Fitness or “exercise in disguise”, by encouraging you to join my class, let loose and experience a refreshing form of exercise that you will LOVE!!
Sarah or Chief Dancey Pants
Instructor
My life is better with Bliss. You get to leave your perfection, your worries and your anxieties at the door…heck, you can leave your shoes if you want, too! Being a shy person, I know too well and too often the feelings of reservation, hesitation and a voice suddenly M.I.A. But when I Bliss-out, I find myself in a space free from all self-conscious restraints (it helps that the lights are usually off). I hope you’ll come join us and experience what it’s like to exercise your body, mind and soul. Bliss gives you the flexibility to meet your individual needs for that moment and feed a part of you that other exercises just can't. So take off your shoes or keep them on. Tap your toes or swing your hips (or both!). Find your rhythm, your beat, and close your eyes; or, connect with someone in the room. Look inward or look outward. Here's your invitation to do whatever it takes to find that perfectly imperfect space of reckless abandonment that is SO delicious to dance in!