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Who Teaches NIA?

People from all backgrounds who are passionate about the benefits of Nia. Nia teachers undergo an intensive certification process led by professional Nia trainers, including instruction in anatomy, music theory and a wide range of movement techniques. Teachers are required to renew their certification annually and must be CPR certified.

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Why Should I Choose NIA?

Nia is FUN! Words may not thoroughly describe the unique Nia fitness experience – we say “Nia is like chocolate. It’s difficult to describe, you have to taste it!” A Nia class will awaken feelings and sensations throughout your entire body. The movements allow you to listen to and trust your body, to grow through…

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How is NIA different from other exercise?

Experience fitness The Body’s Way – a new way of being and living in your body! Nia presents an entirely new philosophy of exercise: whole-body, expressive movement, rather than repetitive jogging or lifting. Nia’s barefoot, grounded approach maximizes body efficiency and empowers you to move with awareness, in a gentler, yet invigorating way. Your instructor…

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What are the Benefits of doing NIA?

Increased cardiovascular fitness. Increased strength and flexibility of muscles and joints. Improvement in range of motion, leading to greater physical power and comfort. Improvement in balance and agility. Fitness that is pleasurable and joyful rather than effortful and painful. Movement and music that arouse the senses, our child within, and our inner athlete, warrior and…

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LIFESTYLES

An exercise discipline that rejects the credo of higher, faster, stronger in favour of having fun, setting your own…by Greg Bonnell TORONTO (CP) – An exercise discipline that rejects the credo of higher, faster, stronger in favour of having fun, setting your own pace and losing yourself in the moment was just what Sandy Feldstein…

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Tips for NIA Students

Wear cool, loose fitting clothing Exercise or yoga clothing, leotard and footless tights, full skirt, shorts or anything that makes you feel comfortable and free to move. Go barefooted The bottoms of your feet sense the ground and send information back to your brain so your body can effectively compensate and adapt. For your safety,…