Dee Marie, M.A., C.Y.T. Dee holds a Masters Degree from New York University in therapeutic exercise and motor development and became certified by the American College of Sports Medicine. She was also the President of the Association of Personal Trainers in New York City for 2 years. Dee uses her extensive educational and practical experience in Dance, yoga therapy, sports training, child and motor development, exercise therapy, relaxation and meditation to provide private and class instruction for individuals of all ages and populations in Colorado and nationally.

One Program Supports Many Goals

By Heather Sandine, Teacher and CK team member   The girl pictured is balancing her brain with a mindful technique called cupping.  Cupping helps to create a positive visualization image in the mind, supporting a Positive Mental Attitude.   You’ve probably heard the words social-emotional learning (SEL), self-regulation, mindfulness, and executive functioning lately.  2020 has…

Tech and the Developing Brain

By Dee Marie and Rachel Zelaya We have all been deeply impacted by our current state of social distancing, and we won’t know any time soon the effects of COVID-19 on all aspects of our society. Students are home, and school districts are developing and implementing online learning programs in lieu of face to face…

Build Your Self Healing Toolbox

Do you ever feel insecure? Like you lack creativity? Or are easily irritated with others? What about affectionate? Chatty? Imaginative? All of these qualities, and many more, lead us towards energy centers in our body called Chakras. These energy centers, when they are functioning well, help us to feel balanced, strong, and positive. When they…

October is Non-Violence Month

CALMING KIDS (CK): Creating a Non-Violent World was founded on the principle of AHIMSA, which means respect for all living things and avoidance of violence towards oneself and others. CK believes that fostering peace by training young people in techniques proven to promote harmony, nonviolence, and positive interactions will eventually phase out violence from our…

Dee Marie at Yoga International

Teenage years aren’t for the faint of heart. During this time, there are many physical and energetic changes that cause imbalances. Reactions to external stimuli may be heightened, and teens require rest from day-to-day demands. Relaxation and restorative asana poses are most effective for rebalancing frazzled teens; and tuning in to yoga media, as well…

Anti Bullying Program: Boulder’s Southern Hills Middle School

Boulder’s Southern Hills Middle hosts social emotional learning week By Amy Bounds Staff Writer Boulder Daily Camera POSTED:   10/01/2017 Anti Bullying Program Southern Hills Middle School students learned about yoga, meditation and other mindfulness activities along with participating in team-building activities with Avid4 Adventure. Students took a walk around a nearby lake to learn about mindful…