What is Nia?

Nia is a glorious blend of dance, martial arts, and mindful, holistic movement that takes place within a standard sixty minute cardio workout.  Nia stands out from other workouts, however, because it is done barefoot to eclectic blends of sensational music with permission for participants to honor their body the entire time.  This means people are encouraged to feel pleasure instead of pain and move with both form and freedom.  The routines and moves have been choreographed by creators, Debbie Rosas & Carlos Rosas, to ensure the professionalism of the technique.  It is like absolutely nothing else, and it is best understood once experienced.  Click here for class offerings in the Worcester Area.

What can I expect in class?

•  We kick off our shoes and move barefoot, fostering

    sensational awareness of our joints.

•  We honor our body’s own way, allowing our body to feel

    good in every move, and tweaking the moves to make this

    possible.

•  We dance to very cool, totally unique music as though no

    one is watching.

•  Similar to kickboxing, we infuse martial arts moves like kicks,

     punches and blocks into the routine.

•  Similar to yoga & other healing arts, we incorporate stances and

    moves that promote mind-body-spirit wellness.

•  We find our own moves that promote our own self-healing &

    discovery within the pace of a cardio class.

•  We have fun!

Who is Nia for?

•  All levels of fitness from beginner to advanced
•  People who love to dance
•  Anyone who enjoys the kicks, punches, and blocks of a kickboxing or martial

     arts class
•  Anyone at any age who is ready to workout at a self-modified pace
•  Those recovering from illness or injury
•  People who want to start loving their body
•  Those who want the physical, health benefits of participating in a cardio

    fitness program

•  Any body that wants to have fun

What are the benefits of Nia?
• Cardiovascular conditioning
• Stress reduction
• Improved muscle tone
• Greater flexibility and agility
• Improved self-esteem
• Body • mind • spirit integration
• Increased vitality
• Emotional release
• Postural alignment
• Weight management
 		 • More energy
• Better circulation
• Stronger immune system
• More stamina and endurance
• Improved digestion
• Better concentration
• Relaxation
• Centering and grounding
• Increased mobility
• More strength, flexibility
• Greater balance
For more detailed information about Nia and its creators, log onto www.nianow.com.