Intro to Nia + Routine Immersion
LEARN & DANCE the new Term 1 Nia routine: ALCHEMY

SUNDAY 12 JANUARY, 10am - 12noon

The Studio, 207 High Street, Lower Hutt
This workshop kicks off with a 30 min Intro to Nia session supported by slides where participants learn Nia fundamentals. This beginning part is tailored for new to Nia's. This is followed by a 30 min somatic session where we move and adapt some key kata's (movement sequences) from the new routine. The second hour we energize with the classic Nia workout ALCHEMY.

When we spend time to learn new movement patterns, our nervous system shifts from a heightened state to one of greater ease and relaxation more quickly. When we are relaxed in body and mind, we can adapt quicker when layers are introduced.... eg layers of music, additional movements, tempo and complexity.

The FOCUS of the routine ALCHEMY is breath.
The INTENT is to use breath to alchemise music and movement into a deeply meaningful and personal movement experience.

​Intro to Nia Workshop
(incl. a Classic Nia class)

A 2 hour experience for beginners introducing you to all things Nia. The first hour is mainly passive, where you'll receive the following from Alison, supported by the visuals of a powerpoint presentation:
  • The Nia story
  • How and What makes Nia different
  • 3 Planes of Movement | 3 Intensity Levels
  • How Nia nurtures Body, Mind, Emotions, Spirit
  • The 52 Moves | The Language of Nia 
  • The 9 Movement Forms
  • The 7 Cycles
  • Tips for Success
A 1.5 minute intro to Nia by Nia co-creator; Debbie Rosas
We'll fit in some active learning too in the first hour, whereby participants will learn some of the key 27 base moves. In the second hour we'll move to a classic Nia class, possibly alongside Nia regulars in one of the scheduled weekly classes.  The focus will be on The Joy of Movement with the intent to be empowered to make movement choices that enhance pleasure and reduce pain. 

Beginners LEARN Workshop
Nia 52 Moves Part 1: The Base
​(incl. a Classic Nia class)


​A 2 hour experience suitable for beginners and also for regulars who wish to revisit and refine technique.

The first 50 minutes will be focussed on learning the 27 base moves of Nia; stances, steps, foot techniques and kicks. A soundscape of Nia music will offer inspiration as you learn the names of the moves, how to move them to suit Your Body's Way, and how to tweak them with the sensation of pleasure as your guide.

After a short break we'll head into the second hour; a Nia MoveIT class where we may be joined by some of the regulars. This class will include ALL 52 moves of Nia; base, core and upper extremities.

Beginners LEARN Workshop
Nia 52 Moves Part 2: The Core & Upper Extremities
​(incl. a Classic Nia class)

A 2 hour experience suitable for beginners and for regulars who wish to revisit and refine technique.  

In the first hour you'll learn the 7 core moves and 18 upper extremity moves of Nia.  Another workshop (Nia 52 Moves Part 1) covers the base moves.

After a short break we'll head into the second hour; a Nia MoveIT class where we may be joined by some of the regulars. This class will include ALL 52 moves of Nia; base, core and upper extremities.