Living in Hamilton or Raglan and looking for a fitness group as an experienced dancer? If you’re confident in your dancing abilities and seeking a new and exciting form of dance, try Nia With Belinda, dance fitness classes accessible online and in person!
Nia With Belinda teaches the Nia Dance form and movements in many different variations, with the Classic Nia class being the most ideal for seasoned dancers.
Nia With Belinda Class in Action!
The Benefits of Nia Dance to Dancers
Nia Dance can give a diverse range of benefits, both physically and emotionally. When done correctly and consistently, Nia Dance can improve flexibility and mobility between joints, release muscle tension, ease pain from injuries, and soothe anxiety and reduce depression with joyous and calm energy.
Nia With Belinda provides Classic Nia classes for skilled dancers to participate in; while this class is open to anyone and everyone, it’s better suited for those who have dance experience and confidence in their abilities.
What About Other Dance?
Nia Dance, unlike other dance forms, focuses on physical, mental, and spiritual improvement and stimulation, rather than practicing a specific variation of movements to perfect visual performance.
While other forms of dance are made up of movement that is similar to a high pace workout, Nia Dance is a technique uniquely composed of mixed styles within healing arts, martial arts, and dance arts. Nia Dance is simplistic, relaxing, and a great option for those who are experienced and also produces a fantastic workout that will leave you to feel refreshed rather than tired and sweaty.
Other dance routines may provide a short mental boost afterward due to endorphins, however, Nia Dance practices to improve and build your mental and emotional wellbeing.
Rain or Shine, Class Must Go On!
Experienced Teacher
“Belinda makes movement fun…- Nobody cares if you’re out of step. It’s about fun and movement”. – Kathy, a Nia Dance Student.
Belinda Goodwin, a certified and experienced teacher in the Nia Technique, will guide you through your Classic Nia classes via Zoom and physical sessions based in Hamilton and Raglan.
Belinda is currently completing training for her brown belt in the Nia Technique, an advanced course focusing on mindful practices, principles within the Art of Perception, and the exploration of both life and body from the perspective of Battery, Hara, and Zone. She has also completed training for her white, blue, and green belt.
These certifications, as well as other certificates, can be viewed here.
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If you want to try something different or know someone else who may like Nia Dance but isn’t as skilled of a dancer, Nia With Belinda provides a variety of other classes for those with less mobility, recovering from injuries, Parkinson’s, or complete beginners.
These other classes include Gentle Nia, Nia Dance Move to Heal, and Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance (this class is only open to individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s and their caregivers).
If you’re still unsure as to whether Nia Dance is suitable for you, or if you have any questions, contact us here
Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues
• Nia Dance Move to Heal Tuesday classes (11:15 am) are held at Saint Aidan’s Hall (located on the corner of Thames Street and Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton), and can be booked here.
• Nia Dance Move to Heal Tuesday classes (11:15 am) are also accessible via Zoom and can be booked here.
• Classic Nia Tuesday classes (5:30 pm) are held at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club (located on Grantham Street, Hamilton), and can be booked here
• Classic Nia Tuesday classes (5:30 pm) are also accessible via Zoom and can be booked here
• Gentle Nia Wednesday classes (9:30 am) are held at the Raglan Town Hall (located on 41 Bow Street, Raglan), and can be booked here
• Gentle Nia Wednesday classes (9:30 am) are also accessible via Zoom and can be booked here
• Classic Nia Friday classes (9:30 am) are held at Saint John’s Hall (located on 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton), and can be booked here
• Classic Nia Friday classes (9:30 am) are also accessible via Zoom and can be booked here
• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance Friday classes (12:00 pm) are held at Saint John’s Hall (located on 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton), and can be booked here.
• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance Friday classes (12:00 pm) are also accessible via Zoom and can be booked here.
If you want to find out more about the Nia Technique, visit nianow.com.