If you need something to ground yourself and keep your inner energy clear, focused, and at peace, then look no further than this blog! In today’s written piece, we’ll be discussing a stress relief dance in Hamilton, known as Nia Dance, and informing you of all the wondrous and marvelous benefits it provides, and how easily it can make you forget all about your worries and stress.

Allow Nia Dance To Melt Away The Stresses of Life

Studies have shown that specific music, social interaction and dance can significantly decrease stress. These three things alone are just a few things that Nia Dance specialises in and prioritises. The music of Nia Dance is specifically chosen based on its instruments, chords played, binaural frequencies and rhythm to provide maximum benefits to your mind and soul. Some of these benefits include mental clarity and focus, improved cognitive function and heightened sensory awareness. 

The dance movements of Nia Dance are 52 in total, and each is inspired by movements within the martial, healing and other dance arts. These include yoga, aikido, jazz and Tai-Kwando to name a few. All movements are easily adaptable for each individual’s needs and movement levels, and it’s encouraged to not follow the moves exactly. Rather, let each movement be a guide and allow your body to find what flows naturally; this is how you’ll get the best benefits.

Lastly, whether you taking part in Nia Dance online with friends and family joining in or you’re participating in-person at a Dance NZ class, you’ll be sure to receive a boosted amount of social interaction. Receiving enough socialisation throughout the week will help boost your happiness, calm your energy, and provide you with laughter and new or stronger social connections.

Feel at Peace at Dance NZ

Come on down to Dance NZ at either our Raglan or Hamiltion venues for your weekly dance, social and musical boost. Or if you can’t attend for any reason, whether you’re not located in the area or have covid concerns, feel free to tune in online! You can attend any of the five classes available at Dance NZ online through a live stream on Zoom which captures in-person classes live.

New to dance in general? Try Gentle Nia at Dance NZ; a perfect class for beginners, individuals who are wanting a slower and softer routine, or who have a lower level of mobility and flexibility. If you’re a bit more experienced within the realm of dance or have more confidence in your mobility, try Classic Nia at Dance NZ.

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Reduce the stress building up in your life with Nia Dance! It’s so easy to attend and affordable activity to keep your stress levels down. So, come on down to a Dance NZ venue or attend online either by yourself or tell friends and family to come along for a joyous hour of dance!

Have a question? CONTACT Dance NZ with any concerns you may have and we’ll get a response out asap.

Kind regards,

Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Nia Dance Weekly Classes at Dance NZ: In-Person and Online HYBRID-Style Sessions 

Book online HYBRID-style classes, as well as in-person sessions, by signing up to be a Dance NZ member. You can do this for free on the Dance NZ website here.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Book your class here. The starting time for this class is 11:15 a.m. Week dates and venue locations are Tuesday in the Saint Aidan’s Hall location. The address of this venue is on the corner of Heaphy Terrace and Thames Street, Hamilton.

• Classic Nia: Book your class here. The starting time for this class is 5:30 p.m. Week dates and venue locations are Tuesday at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club. The address of this venue is Grantham Street in Hamilton.

• Gentle Nia: Book your class here. The starting time for this class is 9:30 a.m. Week dates and venue locations are Wednesday in the Raglan Town Hall venue. The address of this venue is 41 Bow Street, Raglan. 

• Classic Nia: Book your class here. The starting time for this class is 9:30 a.m. Week dates and venue locations are Friday in the Saint John’s Hall location. The address of this venue is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Book your class here. The starting time for this class is 12:00 pm. Week dates and venue locations are Friday at the Saint John’s Hall location. The address of this venue is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton. 

Learn about bookable Nia HYBRID-style classes and purchasable 24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin by clicking here.

Learn more about HYBRID-style classes and 24-hour class replays that can be purchased by clicking here.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Looking for a new physical path to assist you in any goals you may have about your physical and mental health? I would strongly recommend Nia Dance, now call me biased but I can confidently say it has truly benefitted me!

Focus and Mental Health 

Every Nia class starts with a focus…something to be aware of, observe, and explore with while moving your body! Keeping a fixed concentration throughout your Nia class experience guarantees that you are IN your body, consciously aware, and actively guiding all of your movement choices and actions, keeping you safe and reducing the risk of injury.

Exercise has been shown to help balance brain chemistry, which has a favourable impact on mental health. More than just ‘exercise’ is delivered by the Nia Technique…

Nia’s holistic approach to healing the body and mind includes mindfulness, insight, positive messaging, presence, healing music, gratitude, self-direction, meaningfulness, and many more transformational tools… Mental wellness, healthy brain chemistry, and overall favourable esteem for self and others are all benefits.

How Nia Dance Can Change Your Life

Nia Dance is an amazing and extremely beneficial type of training and dance. Its one-of-a-kind design allows it to fit a wide range of body shapes and talents. It’s also a low-impact type of exercise and a form of movement art.

Nia Dance’s make-up was created in accordance with the human body’s intricate structure. This opens the door to a wide range of benefits, which can drastically improve your life.

Nia Dance moves are influenced by nine distinct martial arts, healing arts, and dance styles. Aikido, Yoga, and Tai-Chi are examples of these techniques. While these strategies aid Nia Dance’s physical impact, they also aid Nia Dance’s mental and spiritual impact.

Nia Dance is influenced not only by the physical motions of these arts but also by their vocal teachings. This is how Nia Dance is able to deliver great mental health advantages and enjoyment in your life. Nia Dance also integrates mindfulness practises, which can help you feel more relaxed after each lesson and offer emotions of peace and calmer energy.

Nia Dance’s music also helps you understand how the technique might benefit you. Nia Dance music can considerably help enhance your mood, aid in the opening of your seven chakras, help organ function and nervous system performance, as well as inspire feelings of serenity and joy, by incorporating binaural frequencies, precise chords and pitches, and properly chosen instruments.

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Change your life for the better today and sign up for Nia Dance classes at Dance NZ today! Feel the difference in your mood, mind, body and soul, and within all areas of your lifestyle, such as your physical and mental wellbeing. So, give Nia Dance a go!

Have any concerns or questions? Please don’t hesitate to CONTACT Dance NZ.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Nia Dance Classes occur weekly at Dance NZ: This includes online sessions as well as in-person classes at our many Nia Dance locations

To be able to book Dance NZ Nia Dance online and in-person classes for free, sign up to be a member here.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal classes (11:15 a.m., Tuesday) may be booked here. Classes start in the Saint Aidan’s Hall location. This venue can be found on the corner of Thames Street and Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton.

• Classic Nia classes (5:30 p.m., Tuesday) can be booked here. The location of the classes is based in the Grantham Street venue in Hamilton, known as the Waikato Sports Fishing Club.

• Gentle Nia classes (9:30 a.m., Wednesday) may be booked here. Classes start in the Raglan Town Hall venue. This class is located at 41 Bow Street, Raglan. 

• Classic Nia classes (9:30 a.m., Friday) can be booked here. These classes start in the Saint John’s Hall location. The venue can be found at 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance classes (12:00 pm, Fridays) start at the Saint John’s Hall location. This venue can be found at 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton, and can be organised here. 

Click here to find and purchase 24-hour class replays and Nia Technique HYBRID style classes with your teacher, Belinda Goodwin.

Dance NZ has all of the information you need about their courses, as well as access to 24-hour replays here.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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I also have a lovely spot prize to give away so keep your eyes peeled for that too!

I also just want to say a massive welcome to our new joiners to Dance NZ for our Nia Dance classes, were so pleased for you to join us. 

Nia Dance Move to Heal 

Have you thought about joining our Nia Dance classes but are worried about the fact you haven’t attended a dance class before? Or feel as though you may be too “old”. Our Nia Dance Move to Heal will be the perfect opportunity for you to get back into the rhythm and try something new while nourishing your body with movement and the spiritual feeling that Nia Dance has to offer.

Nia Move to Heal is an approved Waikato Strong and Stable class for older adults. The class is made of combining standing and seated dance with joyful music and movement. The classes are held at 11.15 am Tuesdays at 499 Grantham Street, Waikato Sport Fishing Centre. Pre-bookings and online bookings are welcome. 

Secure your spot with a term pass! Term passes are retailed at $160 per term, or if you’re new, I would highly recommend a first-time deal, which gives you 3 classes for only $15.

Nia Dance and It’s Social Benefits 

Nia Dance Classe’s at Dance NZ are the perfect way to expand your social circle. Many find as they age they not only don’t find the time to spend with others but also find their social circle shrinks. Nia Dance not only alleviates mood but provides the perfect environment to share, connect and build relationships with others who share similar interests. 

Moving Your Bodies Way

The “Body’s Way” is one of Nia’s most important ideas. Due to the fact that everyone’s mobility and stability differ, students are encouraged to pay close attention to their bodies in order to develop body awareness. Students must also be able to recognise bodily experiences like pleasure and pain. I wasn’t as aware of my body as I am today before I started learning Nia. Through discipline, healthy eating habits, exercise, and rest, Nia has helped me to genuinely understand and love my body.

Here are two reasons to consider when thinking about beginning Nia Dance:

Release Negative Emotions 

When your Nia teacher laughs and plays like a child, admire her and follow her lead. Arm blocks, chops, and kicks are all great ways to show off your unique strength… all while letting go of bad emotions in a humorous and enjoyable way

Stay In Your Body 

Our inner ‘conversation’ naturally diminishes as we allow our bodies direct us via movements. Simply try free dancing at home without attaching yourself to your thoughts and observe how your mind ceases to wander and babble.

Book Now

Try something new and add a thrill to your regular dance routine with Nia Dance! Expand your current experiences with the unique technique of Nia at Dance NZ. Are you a new Dance NZ member? Click here to get access to a special offer of 3 classes for only $15!

Do you have a query? CONTACT Dance NZ here to reach out with your question and we’ll get back to you right away.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Dance NZ Classes Every Week: Physical and Online HYBRID-Style Nia Dance Sessions

Participate in your favourite in-person and HYBRID-style sessions and join as a free Dance NZ member here. 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. Official sessions venue: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (designated location place: 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. Official session venue: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (designated venue place: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. Official session venue: Raglan Town Hall (designated location place: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. Official session venue: Saint John’s Hall (designated location place: Hamilton, 20 Wellington Street).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. Official session venue: Saint John’s Hall (designated location place: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). 

You can find on the Dance NZ site here booking and information about online HYBRID-style sessions and in-person classes with your instructor, Belinda Goodwin.
Dive further into everything about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Nia is designed to nurture, condition, and nourish your body and soul now and in the future by providing a connection to pleasure.

Nia emphasises fitness-dancing, mindfulness, neuroplasticity, self-healing, and, most importantly, Nia is fun. Nia is inspired by dance, martial arts, and healing arts.

Nia courses are a rich experience for the entire body, engaging everything from the bigger muscles of the body to the fingertips and toes. The practice combines Tai Chi, Aikido, Tae Kwon Do, Modern Dance, Duncan Dance, Jazz, Moshe Feldenkrais’ work, the Alexander Technique, and Yoga to give you a sensory sample of each one and a sense of its chemistry.

This one-of-a-kind combination helps you to strike a balance between the feminine and the masculine, the precise and the fluid, the forceful and the yielding. We can express and explore different elements of our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves by combining various movement forms. 

These movements connect us to a variety of energies, our breathing, and our personalities, all of which work together to keep the body lively and healthy while also allowing it to move easily and enjoyably.

Importance of Grounding 

Grounding, sometimes known as earthing, is a therapeutic practice in which you engage in activities that “ground” or electrically reconnect you to the earth.

Earthing science and grounding physics are used in this technique to describe how electrical charges from the earth can have beneficial impacts on your body. This sort of grounding therapy differs slightly from the technique utilised in mental health treatment.

Conditions that have been noted to be improved by grounding include:

– Chronic fatigue 

– Chronic pain

– Anxiety and Depression

– Sleep disorders

– Cardiovascular Disease

Our outdoor Nia Dance classes are the PERFECT opportunity to become one with the earth and utilise what Nia Dance has to offer. 

Importance of Bodily Awareness 

We are more likely to recognise stress, anxiety, and tension as we become more conscious of our bodies and their sensations. The body detects stress much more quickly than the mind. The body’s way of letting you know you’re stressed is when muscles begin to stiffen. 

Nia improves the health of the body, mind, and spirit. Each Nia class instils mindfulness in your dance movement, leaving you feeling invigorated, cognitively strong, and emotionally balanced. Once you have recognised any stresses you have, Nia Dance can help you get one step closer to a healthier, happier life.

Book Now

Try something new and add a thrill to your regular dance routine with Nia Dance! Expand your current experiences with the unique technique of Nia at Dance NZ. Are you a new Dance NZ member? Click here to get access to a special offer of 3 classes for only $15!

Do you have a query? CONTACT Dance NZ here to reach out with your question and we’ll get back to you right away.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Dance NZ Classes Every Week: Physical and Online HYBRID-Style Nia Dance Sessions

Participate in your favourite in-person and HYBRID-style sessions and join as a free Dance NZ member here. 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. Official sessions venue: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (designated location place: 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. Official session venue: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (designated venue place: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. Official session venue: Raglan Town Hall (designated location place: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. Official session venue: Saint John’s Hall (designated location place: Hamilton, 20 Wellington Street).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. Official session venue: Saint John’s Hall (designated location place: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). 

You can find on the Dance NZ site here booking and information about online HYBRID-style sessions and in-person classes with your instructor, Belinda Goodwin.

Dive further into everything about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Hilda Mali will be taking Friday morning classes. Hilda will be a fantastic addition to Dance NZ. Hilda offers a versatile dance teaching style, rooted in her passion for creative dance movement and healing arts. She weaves indigenous and western practices with healing wisdom. I encourage you all, if given the opportunity to come along to Hilda’s class and enjoy what she has to offer!

Nia Outdoors

Nia outdoors is a fantastic way to incorporate moving your body and getting some fresh air and getting some lovely sunshine onto your body! Nia Dance itself offers your body so many benefits and being outdoors offers so many more! Studies show that exposure to nature and the outdoors is linked to induce benefits such as improved attention, decline in stress levels, improved moods and can help manage or prevent psychiatric and mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Make sure you watch out for our pop up outdoor classes which run in February and March 2022!

Beginning Nia For The First Time

Are you thinking about attending a Nia Dance class for the first time? Nervous for what to expect or just general anxieties about doing something new for the first time? Well I have arranged what I believe are 7 tips and tricks to ensure you’re not only prepared for the class, but you are making the most of your Nia Dance experience!

• Firstly, relax and breathe. Hello and welcome to your new practice. Take advantage of the opportunity to learn something new. Begin with modest motions to help your body to acclimatize to Nia-style movement. Allow yourself to be supported by your breathing. When you feel ready, increase the range of motion and intensity as you learn the steps.

• Secondly, be present in the moment. Nia means “purposeful movement” in Swahili. Dedicate each minute to moving with the strength, pleasure, and purpose that comes with being in your body – in the NOW. Reduce the influence of your inner critic, judge, or saboteur while increasing your sense of adventure.

• Third, pay attention. Always pay attention to your body’s signals. Allow Nia to guide you towards pleasurable, “body-based” feelings from the inside out. If a move doesn’t feel correct, adjust it by going smaller, slower, or taking fewer steps. Always move away from the source of suffering. Movement is a form of treatment.

• Fourth, begin with your toes. Begin by capturing the beat of the feet and legs, then gradually incorporate the core, arms, and hand gestures. To relieve your knees, keep your feet under your hips and your joints “spring-loaded.” Your body will eventually acquire Nia’s language, the language of the body, and fall in love with the dynamics incorporated into the movement.

• Fifth, barefoot is the way to go. Discover how your feet’s 7000 nerve endings may help you walk safely and efficiently from the ground up. While it is recommended to be barefoot, you can wear shoes with a soft flexible sole for comfort or medical reasons. Moving barefoot strengthens your feet and improves your overall balance.

• Sixth, look for the phrase “Dynamic Ease.” Never make a motion that you don’t want to happen. Avoid becoming out of breath or exhausted. Keep moving within your comfort zone. Make your moves in an energy-efficient manner.

• Lastly, make a statement. This is your moment to shine. Within the exercises, express your own distinctive rhythm and body language. Jazzy, lush, poetic, quick, or seductive are all good choices. Above all, be yourself and enjoy yourself.

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Make your fitness routine sustainable by doing something fun, gentle yet powerful, and that you love. Try Nia Dance today; no matter where you are, there’s an option for you to attend and the perfect class style to suit you and your needs. Make 2022 your year with Dance NZ.

Have a question? You can make it with CONTACT Dance NZ here and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Nia Dance Weekly Term One 2022 Dance NZ Classes: Physical and Online HYBRID-Style Nia Dance Sessions

New to Dance NZ? Not a member yet? Click here to sign up as a Dance NZ member to be able to book classes.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal, Term One 2022: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton CBD, Waikato Sports Fishing Club. Click here to book here.

• Classic Nia, Term One 2022: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton CBD, Waikato Sports Fishing Club. Click here to book here.

• Gentle Nia, Term One 2022: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. 41 Bow Street, Raglan Townhall. Click here to book here.

• Classic Nia, Term One 2022: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton, Saint John’s Hall. Click here to book here.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance, Term One 2022: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton CBD, Saint John’s Hall. Click here to book here.

Explore the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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We also have the same event happening on the 18th February at 5.30 pm located at the Raglan Growers Market. It is a fantastic event that I know you will all enjoy.

Freedom Dance For Parkinson’s 

Next Friday on the 4th of February, Dance NZ will be starting a Freedom Dance class for those who live with Parkinson’s. It is a joyful class that combines seated and standing dance specially designed for those living with Parkinson’s. Using a modified Nia Dance technique, Belinda provides a class to suit everyone’s requirements.

The class runs from 12.00-1.00pm every Friday at Saint Johns Hall, 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton and runs through the school term only. All Parkinson’s Dance classes are sponsored and are only $5 a class, with the first one being FREE! Caregivers are also welcome free of charge. 

Benefits between Dance and Parkinson’s 

There has been a lot of interesting research between the brain, dance and slowing the progression of Parkinson’s. Dance has been used as therapy for Parkison’s for a long time. It has been shown to improve many of the struggles which are commonly paired with the disease. From balance, motor and cognitive issues, it has been seen how to dance, especially low impact dance such as Nia Dance can help ease these symptoms in some participants. 

Need To Clear Your Head?

Nia Dance is an awesome way to heal yourself from the inside out. The first step to becoming the healthiest version of yourself all starts with your mental state. 

You can benefit from Nia in all aspects of your life, feeling more confident and comfortable in your own body. Nia reduces anxiety and stress, bringing a sense of calm energy to your day.

Weight loss increased strength, and pain relief is common. Nia relieves depression and helps you regain your sense of joy. It awakens your sexuality and improves your health and circulation. It has helped many people cope with loss and grief, and to develop friendships, assertiveness, and self-esteem.

Nia is a fusion of dance, mindfulness, and martial arts that is a powerful synergistic workout designed to improve your well-being and overall health. Nia can treat injuries and illnesses, reduce depression, anxiety, and stress, improve mobility, increase strength and flexibility, as well as be a relaxing and gentle workout.

See below a clip from our Nia Dance classes!

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Try something new and add a thrill to your regular dance routine with Nia Dance! Expand your current experiences with the unique technique of Nia at Dance NZ. Are you a new Dance NZ member? Click here to get access to a special offer of 3 classes for only $15!

Do you have a query? CONTACT Dance NZ here to reach out with your question and we’ll get back to you right away.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Dance NZ Classes Every Week: Physical and Online HYBRID-Style Nia Dance Sessions

Participate in your favourite in-person and HYBRID-style sessions and join as a free Dance NZ member here. 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. Official sessions venue: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (designated location place: 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. Official session venue: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (designated venue place: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. Official session venue: Raglan Town Hall (designated location place: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. Official session venue: Saint John’s Hall (designated location place: Hamilton, 20 Wellington Street).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Participate in this session here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. Official session venue: Saint John’s Hall (designated location place: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). 

You can find on the Dance NZ site here booking and information about online HYBRID-style sessions and in-person classes with your instructor, Belinda Goodwin.

Dive further into everything about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Many people don’t quite fully understand how movement is magic for your body. Exercise is medicine, even small amounts can extend longevity and prevent and treat disease. Movement is a polypill that can treat and prevent illness. Ancient thinkers, such as Hippocrates and Plato, advocated physical activity for health. The evidence for this comes from recent (and not so recent) studies that show exercise reduces the risk of all-cause mortality (all causes of death) and cardiovascular-related events, as well as warding off chronic lifestyle conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, dementia and cancer. 

Almost every system of the body depends upon us moving: mental health and cognitive function, muscles and joints, hearts and lungs, hormones and moods, digestive health and gut microbiome, metabolism and blood pressure – you name it, to stay healthy, we need to move frequently and purposefully. Dance is medicine to the body.

Nia Dance and Its Cardio Importance 

It sounds like an appealing way to work out, but will Nia get you in shape? Its creators certainly believe so – claiming that Nia can improve your cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and balance. While it is probably the case if you are new to exercise, Nia’s real benefits lie in its multi-directional movements, diversity, and subtle way of engaging your mind and body without you even noticing – rather than calorie expenditure. Cardiovascular activities are extremely beneficial for your health. 

As well as helping to lower blood pressure, cardiovascular exercise can also lower cholesterol levels in the blood by raising the levels of “good” high-density lipoproteins (HDL) and lowering the levels of “bad” low-density lipoproteins (LDL). Cardiovascular exercise – specifically low-impact activities, such as Nia Dance – can help you regain muscle strength and endurance. Exercise can also help you lose weight, which may further relieve chronic back pain.

Nia Dance is The Best Thing You Can Do For YOUR Body

While running, swimming and other propulsion-based physical activities rely on rhythm and momentum to keep your body moving, dancing involves a lot of acceleration and deceleration, which the body is less able to do efficiently through energy expenditure. Nia Dance has many benefits other than just burning calories. Nia Dance’s up-and-down and side-to-side movements may stimulate and train many of your body’s small support muscles and tendons, just as trail jogging and trekking better use your lower-body joints and muscles than straight-ahead, level-ground locomotion.

Term Passes

Term passes are a great way to get more bang for your buck if you are regularly attending Nia Dance classes. Whether you’re attending our Classic Nia classes or Gentle Nia classes, we have a pass that is convenient to you! Included in the price is our 24-hour class replay, sent to you after the class has finished. 24-hour class replays are sent to you via a link in an email. They are not downloadable and expire after 24 hours.

Outdoor Dance 

Come along to the Big Dance at Steele Park in Hamilton! It is a fun, outdoor’s Nia Dance class which is suitable for everybody! I hope to see you there. 

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Nia Dance Is More Than Just a Dance Technique

Nia Dance is a technique that mixes martial arts, healing arts, and dance arts, making it, unlike any other dance fitness form you’ve experienced before. The movements of the Nia Technique are adapted to follow along closely with the design of the human body, such as the muscles, nerves and organs. Because of this, each of the 52 total Nia movements results in being very efficient in targeting your body with specific health benefits and can give you more advantages with fewer risks than high-intensity or more complex workouts.

Nia Dance is modifiable and non-impact which means it’s easy to meet each individual’s requirements or abilities, unlike other dance forms and classes. Nia Dance is all about listening to your body and recognising which moves feel correct and which don’t. It’s a very easily modifiable movement practice that, unlike other dance forms, doesn’t leave you feeling fatigued, hurting, or sweaty after a workout.

Nia Dance equips you with a wide range of life advantages, as well as providing you with skills and tools to help you better your lifestyle and mentality outside of class. If you’re looking for a pick-me-up for 2022 to get you on the right track for health, look no further. Improved circulation, reduced anxiety and depressive symptoms, increased muscle gain and toning, improved cardiovascular and immune systems, improved posture, improved organ and cognitive functioning, supported balance and coordination, are just a few of the advantages of Nia Dance.

Dance NZ Providing The Perfect Class For You

Dance NZ, a Nia Dance group headquartered in Hamilton and Raglan, leads the ideal Nia Dance classes for experienced dancers, known as Classic Nia. Classic Nia has been specially stylised to have more complex movements to bring a sense of challenge, fun and a higher rate of activity for the mind and body. Although the motions in this class can be easily adapted, they do need a greater level of mobility and flexibility. Classic Nia is available two days a week as it is the most popular and well-rounded class, and takes place at Saint John’s Hall and the Waikato Sports and Fishing Club.

Belinda Goodwin will guide you through your Classic Nia sessions as well as all other Dance NZ programmes. She will ensure that you get the most out of each session and aims to teach Nia Dance at all levels in a friendly, non-judgmental, and happy atmosphere. Classic Nia delivers multiple tiers of difficulty to engage in each session, so you can be sure there is one that is appropriate for you.

Dance NZ offers online sessions using Zoom, a video-sharing service that may be downloaded here. You may watch a video of Nia Dance lessons from the comfort of your own home below. More information on how to get the most out of your Dance NZ classes can be found here.

If you’re wanting to learn all you can about Nia Dance, you can buy a term pass here for Classic Nia, which allows you to do 12 classes for $13.33, or a single class for $17 if you don’t have a pass or discount. Classic Nia is also available as a fantastic deal for first-time members purchase as three classes for $15 offer on the Dance NZ website here.

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Start your year with something completely new with Nia Dance at Dance NZ. Feel productive learning a new skill or taking up a fresh hobby that not only provides fun and socialising but bodily and mental benefits too.

Have a question? You can make it with CONTACT Dance NZ here and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Nia Dance Weekly Term One 2022 Dance NZ Classes: Physical and Online HYBRID-Style Nia Dance Sessions

New to Dance NZ? Not a member yet? Click here to sign up as a Dance NZ member to be able to book classes.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal, Term One 2022: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton CBD, Waikato Sports Fishing Club. Click here to book here.

• Classic Nia, Term One 2022: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton CBD, Waikato Sports Fishing Club. Click here to book here.

• Gentle Nia, Term One 2022: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. 41 Bow Street, Raglan Townhall. Click here to book here.

• Classic Nia, Term One 2022: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton, Saint John’s Hall. Click here to book here.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance, Term One 2022: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton CBD, Saint John’s Hall. Click here to book here.

Explore the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Nia Dance Inspiring Fitness at All Levels

A worldwide-known fitness and dance sensation, Nia Dance is a holistic movement art that is able to cater to every individual and their needs. Whether you’re an athlete with high mobility, a student who wants to get in shape, or a stay-at-home mum who needs a new activity to wind down, Nia Dance can meet any expectations you have and help you reach any fitness goal you set!

Nia Dance incorporates a range of tools within its dance environment and movements in order to be so accessible to everyone and be able to provide a vast range of benefits to meet your health and fitness goals. Using specially designed music, carefully picked environments, and uniquely crafted movements, Nia Dance is unlike any other fitness or dance.

The movements of Nia Dance were made to be easily adaptable and non-impact, and are not required to be performed exactly as your instructor does. On top of this, you’re encouraged to perform the way your body wants you to, even adding your own personal style to the dance. This means you can perform at a moderate level and still receive the joyous benefits Nia Dance has to offer. 

The Nia Dance music helps push and motivate you during your workout, and provides feelings of encouragement and positivity. Binaural frequencies and specifically chosen instruments are essential to what makes the music so effective, also helping your organ and cognitive function, and focus.

Dance NZ and Classic Nia Classes For Everybody to Enjoy

Dance NZ provides five amazing classes, each differing from one another in terms of motions and design but still giving you all the benefits of Nia Dance. For moderate dance and fitness, Classic Nia is the most suitable class. This class is perfect for experienced dancers but also ideal for anybody looking for a medium-level dance routine to participate in, no matter your specific abilities.

Your Dance NZ instructor, Belinda Goodwin, guides you through her HYBRID-style courses on Zoom so you can participate from the comfort of your own home and in-person classes at various Hamilton and Raglan locations. Class replays are also available for purchase on the Dance NZ website and can be viewed for 24 hours, as many times as you like, after buying.

Both choices, online classes, and class replays are ideal for those who like working out alone and in their own space, don’t have enough time in their schedule to attend in person, or are unable to leave the house due to injury or illness, lack of transportation, or other reasons. In-person classes are great to get a deeper level of social connection and practice Nia Dance in a new environment.

Nia Dance doesn’t require any specific equipment, such as resistance bands, weights, or even shoes, so you can work out anytime and anyplace whether that’s outside in the afternoon or the evening in your house. This makes it easy to plan Nia workouts whenever you like, for however long you like.

Book Now

Put yourself first and incorporate Nia Dance into your lifestyle to feel your mental, spiritual and physical health positively boosted. Participate in a moderate dance fitness with a wonderful instructor, positive environment, and supportive peers at Dance NZ!

If you have questions or concerns, CONTACT Dance NZ and we’ll respond to you as soon as we can.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

Nia Dance Classes at Dance NZ Weekly: In-Person and Online HYBRID-Style Programs 

To gain access to online HYBRID-style classes and in-person sessions, sign up to be a free member at Dance NZ through the website here.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 11:15 a.m on Tuesdays, the class venue is Saint Aidan’s Hall (detailed location: corner of Thames Street & Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 5:30 p.m on Tuesdays, the class venue is the Waikato Sports Fishing Club (detailed location: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 9:30 a.m on Wednesday, the class venue is the Raglan Town Hall (detailed location: 41 Bow Street, Raglan).

• Classic Nia: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 9:30 a.m on Friday, the class venue is Saint John’s Hall (detailed location: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 12:00 p.m on Friday, the class venue is Saint John’s Hall (detailed location: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton).

Nia HYBRID-style class sessions and 24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin can be reserved and purchased on the Dance NZ website here.

Other information on HYBRID-style classes and 24-hour replays are available and accessible here.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Add Nia Dance to Your Bright and Sunny Day

Nia Dance is the perfect activity to add to your day outside in the sun. You can perform this non-impact and highly adaptable technique alone, with friends, or in a guided class! The ability to be so flexible and easy to learn allows you to organise a last-minute Nia workout in the sun or join Nia Dance classes with no previous dance or Nia Dance experience!

Part of what makes it so adaptable is the movement itself. Each movement is inspired by a martial, healing or dance art, such as Duncan dance, Jazz, Aikido or Yoga, and can provide benefits even when not performed like your instructors or peers. This is one of the many great things about Nia Dance, you can perform any of the 52 movements based on what feels right to your body and still reap the benefits and not be at risk of injury. In fact, Nia Dance adaptability significantly reduces the level of fatigue and sweat you might experience too.

The music of Nia Dance combined with being outdoors in the sun is a great combo that can provide a large variety of emotional benefits and boost happiness to your day. Through binaural frequencies and specific instruments, Nia Dance music can help you get in touch with your seven chakras, remove mental blockages, promote joy, and bring a sense of clarity and calmness to your energy.

Take Advantage of the Sun At Dance NZ

On the 9th of November, Dance NZ, a New Zealand-based Nia Dance company, will be hosting an outdoor dance in Hamilton at a beautiful, open-spaced venue. You can take advantage of nature and the weather with this class by soaking up the sun or participating barefoot on the grass and connecting with the earth.

Don’t stress if you can’t make the outdoor dance in Hamilton on the 9th! Dance NZ has a fantastic outdoor spring series that’s starting, replacing the current Tuesday, 5:30 p.m Classic Nia session for a total of 5 weeks. This temporary outdoors class will be held on the lawn of the Waikato Sports & Fishing Club, temporarily replacing the Tuesday Classic Nia session.

The Dance NZ spring series will begin on the 9th of November and will run through December 7th. On the Dance NZ website, the outdoor spring series is also offered as a 5-class package which lets you into all of the spring series classes, meaning ultimate joy and fun in sun.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to nourish your body with Vitamin D while simultaneously boosting your physical, mental and spiritual health with Nia Dance. You can access Nia Dance classes on the Dance NZ site, as well as the 5-class spring series package here.

Book Now

Book this beautiful outdoor class at Dance NZ today and have something to look forward to tomorrow! If you can’t make this stunning outdoor Nia Dance class, the Dance NZ spring series will be 5 weeks long, giving you ample time to take advantage of dancing in the warm spring and summer rays! You can keep up to date with classes and other events on the Dance NZ website.

If you have questions or concerns, CONTACT Dance NZ and we’ll respond to you as soon as we can.

Kind regards, Belinda.

Brown Belt in the Nia Technique. A Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher.

All Dance NZ Nia Dance Weekly Classes: In-Person and HYBRID-Style Online Sessions  

Get access to purchase 24-hour replays, book in-person and online HYBRID-style classes by joining as a free member on the Dance NZ website here.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 11:15 a.m on Tuesdays, the class venue is Saint Aidan’s Hall (detailed location: corner of Thames Street & Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 5:30 p.m on Tuesdays, the class venue is the Waikato Sports Fishing Club (detailed location: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 9:30 a.m on Wednesday, the class venue is the Raglan Town Hall (detailed location: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 9:30 a.m on Friday, the class venue is the Saint John’s Hall (detailed location: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Reserve or check out this class here. Starting at 12:00 p.m on Friday, the class venue is the Saint John’s Hall (detailed location: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). 

Nia HYBRID-style class sessions and 24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin can be reserved and purchased on the Dance NZ website here.

Other information on HYBRID-style classes and on 24-hour replays are available and accessible here.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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