This group is here to openly study and practice in Koryu Bujutsu (Old method martial art schools) Jujutsu and Ninjutsu.  We invite you to meet others with varied backgrounds, skills and experiences that share the same pursuit of these incredible old martial arts systems. We will have seminars and classes that are geared for all levels of students with or without experience. Koryu Bujutsu is more than fighting as we work on developing spirit, awareness and heightening of our senses. We are invit …

SEE OUR LATEST PROGRAM IN "FILES" The Chez Nous Reston Salon meets monthly in Reston, typically on Sundays from 5-8pm to enjoy a generous buffet and lecture on a broad range of eclectic topics... from mathematics, to nature to art, decision science...coral reefs and even the universe. I launched the salon in May 2008 to explore fascinating topics and build on an idea for "thoughtful entertainment" in Reston, Virginia. Over two dozen speakers have offered evenings of remarkable interest. Every …

This group has been started in order to teach people some techniques to reduce stress and improve their health and well being. This group offers free guided meditation and breathing technique sessions. This group also offers free intro sessions for the Art of Living course. For more information about the Art of Living Course please visit the website www.us.artofliving.org. These sessions are conducted by the volunteers of the Art of Living foundation. The Art of Living foundation is an internati …

This group is for people who have passion and love for illustration, animation and graphic and fine arts in Northern Virginia area. We try to have a once-month gathering to meet, exchange ideas, arrange drawing sessions (indoor and out-door), exchange news, jobs, new technologies, critic each other works, have workshop and tutorials in digital and traditional illustration and animation, trips for visiting museums, shows, exchanging news, in a fun, relaxed group to support each other, enjoy and l …

This group is for anyone interested in Qigong, whether beginner or advanced. We have practice sessions and classes for Taijigong (the Art of Internal Power) and for Spring Forest Qigong (focused on healing). Taijigong is the "Art of Internal Power." It is focused on self-cultivation and the development of internal power. It will help you stay fit, strong and healthy. Spring Forest Qigong is a simple to learn yet extremely powerful system developed by 2010 Qigong Master of the Year Chunyi Lin. It …

Friendly get-togethers to play music, sing, drum, and learn.  Musicians, singers, professionals, amateurs, beginners, all musical levels and all kinds of instruments welcome. We have informal/casual gatherings where you can enjoy playing music and singing with other members, can meet friendly people, and get inspired by others.  Every meeting is a different combination! All musical levels, including beginners, are welcome, so long as you enjoy it!  Bring extra instruments if you have them.

There are many groups for ladies of color in the Washington metropolitan area but few are originated in Western FFX County. This group is started to fill that gap. This is a social group for those who are celebrating life and looking for similarly inclined people. The vision of this group is try new things or revisits old things, go to new places or revisit old places, have lots of fun, meet great people, and create amazing memories. Members are expected to support each other and participate in …

LADIES!!!! Just because we live in the suburbs doesn't mean we don't know how to have fun, right?!?!?! This meetup is designed to target ladies that want to meet and network with people with similar interest. I would like to keep this group within the age range of 20s - 30s years old. So let's go out to socialize and flirt with life! We will be hosting happy hours, dinners, lunches, brunches, sporting events (watching and playing), movie nights, shopping, dancing, pot lucks, festivals, concer …

"Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art... It has no survival value; rather it is one of those things that give value to survival." This is not a group who just meets up when we are bored and have nothing to do, its about open women building genuine and lasting friendships, sharing a common bond, and simply having fun!! It doesnt matter where you're from, what color you are, your age, weight, backgroud, marital status, etc, as long as you're a woman......this group is for you. Thi …

The Potomac Center for Photography is a place to learn about photography. We have field workshops, classes, guest speakers, equipment reviews, webinars, and shootouts all to improve your photography skills, each event will be designed to help you become more creative with your photography, share and grow your portfolios, and most of all have fun and shoot! All types of photographers and skill levels are welcome. It doesn't matter if your passion is shooting people, places or things. The educatio …

ArtKlub is a group of friends who are local Northern Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington DC artists that meet weekly for fun, self-education and encouragement, and to obtain critiques and try vet new ideas. Sometimes we're pencil to paper, sometimes we're discussion and goofing off. We are there to create, inspire, and share.  We help hold each other accountable to making deadlines for commissions, when asked to do so. This is not like book club, sipping tea and having intellectua …

Jeanette Blix of Fundametals.net and Cindy Wimmer of Sweet Bead Studio, two jewelry artists, met at a coffee shop and talked wire. They talked about art and jewelry. They talked about growing and advancing their skills. And over a latte and cocoa, they talked about the lack of workshops in the Northern Virginia/DC metropolitan area. “Well this will just not do!”, they decided. And so, ArtBliss was born. ArtBliss is a new series of workshops that encompass jewelry design and mixed media from inte …

This group is for Moms in the ADAMS community with children ages 0-4. Please join us and give your children an opportunity to have fun in a healthy Islamic atmosphere, make new friends, and develop new skills through play. This playgroup will provide children with a wide range of activities, such as field trips to local parks, museums & farms, in-home playdates, playground visits, picnics, crafting playdates, and much more. We will also occasionally meet in ADAMS Center where we will have circle …

Hello, Everybody! Welcome to the Washington Redskins Fans Meetup Group! This group was started in September 2011 by Raj Pal. Unfortunately, Raj had to step down recently because of professional obligations outside of the United States. We certainly wish him well, and he deeply regretted having to leave us at a time when this team is beginning to show signs of improving--at least that’s what we all hope. Raj has "passed the torch" to me. I’ve never led a Meetup Group before. I have no managerial …

NoVA Christian Film is a non-profit ministry in northern Virginia encouraging the fellowship, networking, and collaboration of local Christian filmmakers. We seek to educate, train, and equip filmmakers to make an impact on Hollywood with the message of Jesus Christ through our words, godly attitudes on set, and excellent films. Soli Deo Gloria! http://www.novachristianfilm.com

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This is a great group of people from all walks of life who know and love the art of hand dancing, or who would simply love to learn. The group participates in hand dance lessons, dance outings, road trips, etc.  Most activities are sponsored by the 7-Step Hand Dance Academy, including chapters throughout the metropolitan area.  This Meetup Group was started to encourage fun dancing events closer to home, and as an alternative to the tiresome DC commute and other hassles. Come try us out. We love …

This group offers spiritual healing workshops and self healing circles. Some of the experiences offered are: Theta Healing Classes, Healing Angel Classes, Sound Healing Circle, Introduction to Reconnective Healing, Kids and Parents Reiki, Self Healing Circle, Introduction to All Love, Sound Healing Certification class, Rainbow Children Class for parents and children. I am located in Reston.

This is a group for anyone interested and ready to perform improv and acting. I am starting this group to form an troupe for committed actors and improvisors who are willing to meet at least once a week to practice our skills and move towards performing throughout the Northern, VA area

Love to workout with friends and have fun while burning calories, without costly gym memberships or commitment!?!? Then check out our group on Sunday mornings in Chantilly! No commitment to show up every week, but the more you do, the better shape you'll be in! Circuits are total body, some plyometrics, resistance training, cardio and body weight exercises. All instructed by a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, also certified in P90X. What is P90x "remix"?  We take moves from all the various P90x …

Music is the purest form of art... therefore true poets, they who are seers, seek to express the universe in terms of music... The singer has everything within him. The notes come out from his very life. They are not materials gathered from outside. ~ Rabindranath Tagore Music is truly one of the most expressive art forms, which has an celestial appeal. As long as you can feel the rhythm and the harmony of the beats, you can comprehend and enjoy any type of music around the world. Indian music …

This is a secular, non religious and not affiliated to any other group, family oriented volunteer with kids group. The objective is to get together and make a difference as a group. Examples of activities include using arts & crafts, collecting items and visits to nearby hospitals, shelters or assisted living communities. All ages welcome.

This is a group for parents who have young children and live in or near Reston. I started this group in order to provide a platform for parents to share the info of family fun events, interesting venues, free trial classes (martial arts, music, gym programs, foreign language learning, etc), preschool open house, kids club of gyms, etc. We also have playdate at park, indoor or outdoor playground. Normally, the venues are in Reston, Herndon, Chantilly, Sterling, Vienna and other places. I am a C …

This is a group for anyone interested in real, street-ready self defense. All skill levels are welcome, beginners to experts...it doesn't matter! We started this group to bring our passion for Krav Maga and self-defense to everyone in our community. We will get together to train and once in a while, do women's only training experiences. We look forward to meeting other people interested in Krav Maga out here in Loudoun County!

Creating art and making friends. This MeetUp Group is for anyone who seeks to improve their skills and share their talents with others. Perhaps you have a degree in metal smithing, or have been doing wire work and would like to increase your skill level. Maybe you have never touched a jewelry tool in your life but have had a secret passion to create wearable art. My intention is to develop an inspirational group where we can share creative ideas and techniques while supporting one another to bec …