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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Our Nia Dance Move to Heal class is perfect for those with limited mobility which often comes with age. Located at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club, come along for a cuppa tea and expand your social circle! You never know who you may meet!

Importance Of Social Interaction

Loneliness is a prevalent problem among senior individuals, especially those who live alone. Opportunities to socialise may become more limited as one becomes older, but this does not negate the importance of social engagement for the elderly. Regular social engagement has been shown in studies to lead to happier and more fulfilled lives, which translates to greater long-term mental health for senior persons. Maintaining excellent mental and physical health requires staying socially active, whereas remaining isolated can significantly diminish a person’s quality of life.

Aside from the opportunity to live a higher quality of life, social interaction has a number of important health benefits for senior citizens, including a possible reduction in the risk of dementia and a wide range of physical issues, such as high blood pressure, arthritis, and cardiovascular activities.

Benefits Of Exercising In Your Elder Years

Prevent Disease

Studies have shown that maintaining regular physical activity can help prevent many common diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes. Exercise improves overall immune function, which is important for seniors as their immune systems are often compromised. Even light exercise, such as walking, can be a powerful tool for preventable disease management.

Improved Mental Health

Exercising has a plethora of mental health benefits. Endorphins (the “feel good” hormone) are released during exercise and work as a stress reliever, leaving you feeling pleased and satisfied. Exercise has also been related to better sleep, which is particularly essential for older persons who frequently suffer from insomnia and irregular sleep patterns.

Decreased Risk of Falls

 Falls are more common among older persons, which can be terrible for their ability to maintain independence. Exercise increases strength and flexibility, which helps with balance and coordination, lowering the chance of falling. Falls take far longer for seniors to recover from, so everything that will help them avoid them in the first place is essential.

Improved Cognitive Function

Cognitive function is aided by regular physical activity and fine-tuned motor skills. Numerous studies show that physically active people have a lower risk of dementia, regardless of when they start a habit.

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 favorite 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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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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According to fans, NIA enhances both physical and emotional well-being by combining the fluidity and focus of Tai Chi and yoga, the elegance and spontaneity of modern dance, and the intensity and explosiveness of martial arts.

What Does A Nia Workout Entail?

The first step is to remove your shoes. The instructor then conducts the class in deep-breathing exercises as calm music plays, allowing students to relax while concentrating on the connection between their bare feet and the land.

Students begin to sway, shimmy, and spin as the beat picks up. Some people clap while others rock and roll. Some people burst into spontaneous singing as the freestyle dance continues. Kicks and punches in the style of Tae Kwon Do relieve stress while increasing heart rate.

Uplifting Effects of Nia Dance 

Several excellent treatments programmed for patients with Parkinson’s disease and other chronic diseases have incorporated Nia exercise techniques. Exercising may be especially beneficial for those with neurologic disorders, according to a growing body of studies, with benefits in movement, balance, and even cognition. Mind-body techniques like tai chi, for example, have been shown to improve movement and reduce stress levels in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD).

Our Parkinson’s Dance classes are subsidized to only $5 per class, with caregivers having a free entry. I encourage you all to try it out if it is something that sounds suited to your needs.

Benefits for Senior Dance 

Keeping mentally sharp

According to a study published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement, dancing on a regular basis can assist healthy older persons to retain or improving their cognition. The brain benefits from multisensory stimulation, social contact, and learning movement sequences.

Improving strength, flexibility and agility 

According to a study published in the Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, dancing is a multidimensional physical activity that helps older persons enhance their aerobic power, lower body muscle endurance, balance, agility, and gait.

Dancing away the blues 

According to a Therapeutic Recreation Journal study, aerobic dance, ballroom dancing, social dancing, tango, and dance movement therapy were beneficial in boosting mood and lowering depression in older persons living in retirement communities or alone in their homes.

Ease Chronic Pain

According to a study published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, dance-based treatment for fibromyalgia patients resulted in a significant reduction in pain. According to Geriatric Nursing, older persons with arthritis experienced less knee and hip discomfort and were able to walk faster after participating in regular 45-minute dancing therapy lessons.

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 Dance accommodates for every age range and movement ability. At Dance NZ, we ensure that we can cater to every person so many can reap the benefits that Nia Dance has to offer. Whether you love to dance or are wanting to try something new to incorporate more movement, and even more important health benefits, keep reading to see what Nia Dance at Dance NZ has to offer you!

Gentle Nia Classes

Gentle Nia classes are the perfect way to begin Nia Dance as a senior. Every Wednesday at 9.30 am at our Raglan location, our Gentle Nia class takes place. Belinda offers easy-to-follow guided choreography that is suitable for beginners, seniors, and those with previous dance experience. This class, which incorporates soulful, uplifting music from the Nia Technique as well as the science of the body’s path, has something for everyone. The class is offered both in-person and via zoom, so you can practice the class wherever you feel the most comfortable! We also offer a free 24-hour replay which is emailed to you at the end of the class so you can re-watch and enjoy the class to your hearts’ extent.

Discounts 

We are pleased to offer a 40% senior discount for those over the age of 65. It is quick and simple to apply for by using our form online found through this link: http://dancenz.co.nz/events/gentle-nia-wednesdays/. 

FREEDOM DANCE Nia for Parkinson’s 

For those who live with Parkinson’s, Dance NZ offers a sponsored class for $5 per member, and caregivers free. Freedom Dance Nia for Parkinson’s is run by Belinda who is a trained Parkinson’s Dance Teacher with Advanced certifications with ® Dance For Parkinson’s, a worldwide association and teaches a specialized dance class for persons living with Parkinson’s and their caretakers. As many would be aware, Parkinson’s Disease affects motor abilities, causes tremors, affects balance and muscle strength. Over the last few decades, more and more research has been conducted to see if different types of dance could be beneficial in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. The Dance for Parkinson’s Disease website includes a list of 38 scientific research studies on the subject. 

Nia Dance has been shown to be especially effective for people with mild to moderate Parkinson’s disease, according to research. Nia Dance appears to assist Parkinson’s patients to improve their walk and balance. It can also provide social stimulation and support, which can aid in the reduction of depression and the improvement of overall quality of life. Nia Dance also improves cognitive functioning, which is a problem for many people with Parkinson’s disease.

Book Now

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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Nia Dance is all about giving purpose to its movement. Nia combines elements of yoga, martial arts and tai chi with dance and yoga movements, and, like aerobics, is set to music. In a single class, the music genre may vary, making it a certainly eclectic exercise.

Gentle Nia Wednesdays

Located within the beautiful Raglan community in the stunning Raglan Town Hall, Dance NZ offers Gentle Nia classes. Held every Wednesday at 9.30 am, you can enjoy the serene atmosphere, while Belinda offers easy to follow guided choreography. Gentle Nia accommodates every person, suitable for beginners, seniors whether you do or don’t have any experience in dance, this class will be perfect for you. Using soul, uplifting music from the Nia Technique and the body’s science of the way it moves, the Gentle Nia classes have something to offer you.

Make sure to check out the amazing Dance NZ offers and deals on our website here, where there’s something for everyone. If you want to attend Gentle Nia, or a different class, for the whole of Term One 2022, check out the Term Passes here, which offer 12 classes for $13.33 ($5 cheaper than a singular class). Or if you’re a first time member, check out our 3 classes for $15 deal here.

What Can I Gain From Gentle Nia?

There are many benefits in which you can gain through the movement of Nia Dance. Moving is more than just exercise and doesn’t require an effort but does require action. Movement affects every aspect of our health, including circulation, digestion, metabolism, and immunity. We roll over, crawl and bounce as babies, gaining muscle in our bodies as we move. As children, we run, shake and dance. But as adults, we sit for hours a day and don’t necessarily get as much movement as we used to.

Additionally, in Nia classes, the cardio movement enhances our heart’s fitness and its ability to supply oxygen-rich blood to the muscles. By releasing feel-good chemicals called endorphins, cardio exercise also boosts and alleviates one’s mood, benefitting you. Experts believe those who live with elevated moods, tend to live a happier life and while mood affects both the brain and heart functions, it can positively impact your health.

EveryBODY benefits from greater activity in their routine, and movement also aid in any healing processes you may need, whether you realize it or not. Through the use of Nia, it has allowed me to tap into my full potential in order to live a healthy and meaningful life. Nia helps me to pay attention to my body’s, mind’s, spirits’ and emotions’ requirements. Nia is a holistic fitness practice that addresses all elements of my life – body, mind and soul. It is more than just a workout. 

Book Now

So, head on over to the Dance NZ website and book the ideal class for you! On the Dance NZ site, you can also find purchasable class replays and other blogs that can provide extra knowledge on Nia Dance and Dance NZ classes so you know what one is the best fit for you.

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 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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Dance and Fitness In A Way You’ve Never Experienced Before

When it comes to fitness-based New Years resolutions, it can be very difficult to maintain this routine for many people. Some of the largest reasons for not being able to sustain this lifestyle throughout the year are due to setting intense and unrealistic goals (i.e. losing 20 kgs in one month) and doing non-enjoyable fitness.

To have sustainable fitness goals, you have to enjoy what you’re doing. If you don’t enjoy going to the gym, you’re likely not going to stick out a year of attending but if you find what you like, such as yoga or dance, you can maintain a healthy lifestyle for a longer period because you’re having fun.

Nia Dance is a dance form that adapts movements and teachings from popular fitness styles, such as yoga, tai-chi and tae-kwon-do. Nia stands for Non-Impact Aerobics, meaning each of the 52 movements are easily adaptable for your body or restrictions (i.e. low mobility, injury, etc). And, no matter how you adapt the movements, you can still receive 100% of the health benefits that come along with Nia Dance. When it comes to setting goals within fitness, it’s important that your main aim is to be healthy. If you’re aiming for overall better bodily and mental health, then you’ll find yourself enjoying the process of your fitness/health journey.

Nia Dance provides benefits for the mind, body and soul, for all ages, genders, activity levels and body types. Some of these amazing benefits include higher quality organ function, increased cognition, better hand-eye coordination and balance, higher positive energy and happiness, lowered stress and depressive levels, stronger self-connection and spiritual bond, and much more!

Dance NZ Providing Gentle Exercise To Boost Your 2022 Energy

If your New Year’s resolution is to get involved in fitness, you’re likely going to be looking for something on the gentler side as to not overwork your body. Or if you’re wanting to give something new a go this year, you’ll probably want to start with a beginner-type class, even if you’re an experienced dancer or fitness-goer. Gentle Nia at Dance NZ will be the ideal class for you if you want to be healthy using a sustainable fitness routine while having fun!

Aren’t able to attend classes in Raglan or don’t have a vaccination pass? Try attending Gentle Nia online through a Zoom Livestream or purchase a Gentle Nia 24-hour replay to participate from home! Want to attend more than one class? Check out all our Dance NZ offers here to get classes at the best deal possible. Some of the more popular deals include class Term Passes which gives you 12 classes at a discounted price of $13.33, or the new member of Dance NZ offer which entitles 3 classes of your choice for only $15 ($5 a class).

Book Now

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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Join A Happy Senior Exercise With Nia Dance

What exactly is this amazing dance? Nia Dance is a low-impact dance practice that, in addition to raising serotonin (happy chemicals) levels, offers a number of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual health and happiness benefits. The dance style incorporates tai-chi, the Alexander technique, yoga, and other dance, healing and martial arts. 

Numerous studies have shown that Tai Chi, Yoga, and other movement arts that inspire Nia Dance have profoundly great health and happiness advantages for elders, as well as providing the ideal atmosphere for social interaction. Because Nia Dance is a fusion of several distinct disciplines, it offers a plethora of social and emotional benefits to seniors.

Nia Dance is made up of 52 highly flexible movements that are designed to work with your specific body type and talents. This makes it suitable for everyone to participate in all exercises and Nia Dance routines, especially the elderly. Its flexibility means you won’t be forcing uncomfortable or unnatural motions through your body, reducing the risk of injury, weariness, or pain. 

Nia Dance provides various social and emotional advantages for seniors, including an improved positive mood, calm energy, a supportive teaching atmosphere, a compassionate instructor, pain relief, better self-esteem, decreased depressive symptoms and anxiety, and recovered mobility and flexibility.

Embrace Your Inner Happiness and Grasp The Joy Around You At Dance NZ

Dance NZ is a Nia Dance organisation headquartered in New Zealand that offers courses both online through Zoom and in-person at various Raglan and Hamilton locations. At Dance NZ, you can get joy the opportunity to engage with new people and spend time with your social connections. As a senior, maintaining social levels and meeting new people is essential for boosting your happiness.

There are five classes to choose from at Dance NZ, with both in-person and online alternatives. The most ideal classes for seniors however is Nia Dance Move to Heal (11:15 a.m., Tuesday) and Gentle Nia (9:30 a.m., Wednesday) are the best classes for seniors. Now that the Covid lockdown in Hamilton has been lifted, in-person classes are back up and running in their many, magnificent locations, such as the Waikato Sports and Fishing Club, with online options still continuing.

Come to your Nia Dance Move to Heal class a little bit earlier to enjoy some lovely tea on the balcony of the venue with your peers and instructor. This is a wonderful way to chat and make new friends before your class begins. Don’t be concerned if you are unable to attend specified lesson hours and days. Replays of lessons are available for purchase from Dance NZ for a 24-hour period. Seniors may presently enjoy a 40% discount on any purchases made on the Dance NZ website, so schedule your courses now while this fantastic offer is still available!

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Take care of your happiness and do something you enjoy that was designed perfectly for your body with Nia Dance. Pop into any class at Dance NZ and make friends boost joy by maintaining those social levels and having an extended friend circle to enjoy other activities outside of class with. 

Not sure if Nia Dance is what you’re looking for? No stress! Try out $5 classes for up to 3 classes of your choice if you’re a first-time Dance NZ member. Check out this offer here.

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

Book Dance NZ classes by becoming a free member here. 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Engage in this class here. Time and dates: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. Current class location: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (chosen location address: 499 Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Engage in this class here. Time and dates: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. Current class location: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (chosen location address: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Engage in this class here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. Current class location: Raglan Town Hall (chosen location address: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Engage in this class here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. Current class location: Saint John’s Hall (chosen location address: Hamilton, 20 Wellington Street).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Engage in this class here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. Current class location: Saint John’s Hall (chosen location address: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton).

Online HYBRID-style classes and in-person sessions can be found here with all their information and accessibility to book your favourite class with Belinda Goodwin, your Dance NZ instructor.

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Guide Your Body Through Gentle Movements With Nia Dance

Nia Dance is a beautiful dance style that was created to provide not only healing benefits but to be adapted to suit any person’s needs and abilities. During a Nia exercise, you’ll be taken through seven distinct cycles. Each cycle has a varied effect on your body, with movement speed and style changing each cycle to deliver a range of different advantages and stimulate different parts of your body and mind.

No matter your abilities, each cycle can easily be adapted to what your body needs and can perform. Anyone, regardless of gender, age, or unique needs and abilities, can engage in Nia Dance. Being able to adapt and easily change movements to suit your body can significantly lower the chance of injury while also reducing exhaustion and muscle aches. Listening to your body also allows you to show off your distinct personality in the dance.

Some benefits of Nia Dance most commonly include mental clarity, a more enjoyable view on life, weight loss, a greater positive attitude, calmer energy, higher productivity, muscular toning, improved spinal posture, increased endurance, higher levels of mobility and flexibility, enhanced balance and coordination, better circulation, and improved cognitive and organ performance.

Aside from the cycles and adaptability of Nia Dance, the music played during exercises is equally important in making the routine more gentle. Nia Dance music is specifically chosen to stimulate your nervous system, generate sensations of calm by binaural frequencies, and open and activate your body’s seven chakras. Nia Dance music is sometimes described as beautiful and harmonic, and it utilises a wide range of instruments and chords to bring a sense of tranquillity to your routine. The music will help you ease through cycles gently and allow movements to flow through your body in a soft manner.

Participate In Gentle Nia at Dance NZ 

Dance NZ has 5 distinct Nia Dance courses available, both online and in the Hamilton and Raglan areas. This Nia Dance group is one of the few in New Zealand that offers Nia Dance classes through the internet and physically. For those who can’t make it to class, want to receive some extra guided practice, or would prefer performing at their own pace and time, 24-hour class recordings are now available for purchase on the Dance NZ site here.

Gentle Nia, one of the five classes available at Dance NZ, is ideal for folks who need soothing movements that aren’t complex and don’t require intense mobility. Your instructor, Belinda Goodwin, has carefully adapted the movements of Gentle Nia to be able to provide the benefits of Nia Dance while having her students use lower levels of mobility and flexibility. In fact, this class can even be done while sitting and using only your upper body and you can still enjoy all of the benefits of Nia Dance.

There’s also a special offer to first-time Dance NZ members! Are you wanting to participate in Nia Dance but you’re still hesitant if it’s right for you? You can book 3 classes of your choice for only $15 which is $5 per class! This allows you to try Nia Dance classes at Dance NZ for the first time at a discounted price, so there’s no harm if you don’t enjoy it!

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So come on down to Raglan to take part in Gentle Nia at Dance NZ in-person, or hop on your tablet or laptop and participate through Zoom. Feeling a bit anxious about participating in a new class for the first time? Try a 24-hour class replay and practice some movements and routines in the comfort of your own home to see if a class and Nia Dance would be ideal for you!

Do you have a query? Reach out and CONTACT Dance NZ here to receive the fastest response.

Kind regards, Belinda.

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

Weekly Dance NZ Courses: Online and Physical HYBRID-Style Nia Dance Classes 

Want to join in on HYBRID-style classes and in-person sessions? Join up to be a Dance NZ member for free here and have access to book classes. 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Join in on this class here. Time and dates: 11:15 a.m, Tuesdays mornings. Official class location: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (specified address: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Join in on this class here. Time and dates: 5:30 p.m, Tuesdays evenings. Official class locations: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (specified address: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Join in on this class here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Wednesday mornings. Official class location: Raglan Town Hall (specified address: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Join in on this class here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m, Friday mornings. Official class location: Saint John’s Hall (specified address: Hamilton, 20 Wellington Street).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Join in on this class here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. Official class location: Saint John’s Hall (specified address: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton).

Information, booking accessibility and viewing for 24-hour replays, in-person sessions and Nia HYBRID-style class sessions with Belinda Goodwin, can all be found here on the Dance NZ site.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Nia Dance And Its Influence On Seniors

Nia Dance is a one-of-a-kind exercise method that takes a holistic approach, in the form of dance, to deliver benefits and tools to improve your lifestyle and attitude. Also known under the name of the Nia Technique, Nia Dance is made up of nine different movement arts as well as powerful music, and influential spoken and mindfulness teachings. Nia Dance is a tremendous tool for improving not just your physical health but also your mental, spiritual, social and emotional well-being through gentle movements.

A Nia Dance routine, whether performed like an experienced dancer or sitting down with soft actions, should always leave you feeling clear-headed, emotionally balanced, and happy. You may leave feeling energetic and productive, or more relaxed, depending on how you altered your movements throughout your Nia Dance practice to align with your goals going into the class. 

Nia Dance is well-known to be a non-impact form of exercise and is highly adaptable to every person’s mobility levels, abilities, and other specific needs. This makes it a perfect routine for seniors to enjoy and follow along; Nia Dance can even be performed sitting down using just your upper body, while still offering the same benefits!

Nia Dance helps you utilise the pleasant emotions you feel throughout your Nia exercise outside of class and be able to feel these same emotions outside of classes or Nia workouts. As a result, the Nia Technique is more than a dance style as it can teach and motivate you to live a more meaningful, happier life.

Dance NZ’s Gentle Nia Dance Classes For Seniors

The number of Nia Dance classes in New Zealand is limited, so it might be difficult to find one in your location or online. However, look no further as Dance NZ is the solution you’re looking for! Whether you’re seeking online Nia Dance courses or in-person sessions, Dance NZ can help match you with the perfect class and method of viewing!

Dance NZ is a fantastic New Zealand Nia Dance group with a variety of ways to involve yourself in the Nia Technique. Dance NZ offers five separate courses, each with different additional assistance and advantages in specific areas. Every class gives the option of participating online through Zoom or in person at several venues in Hamilton and Raglan. There are also 24-hour replays of various classes available for purchase on the Dance NZ website. Replays give you more freedom to pause a movement you want to get the hang of or rewatch your favourite class.

Gentle Nia (a class focused on soft movement for lower mobility and beginners), Nia Dance Move to Heal (a class specialising in movements that relieve pains and aches), and Nia for Parkinsons Freedom Dance (a class only available to those with Parkinson’s and their carers) are the best classes for seniors at Dance NZ. Nia Dance Move to Heal and Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance are both approved Waikato Strength and Balance classes for the elderly and others with restricted mobility. These classes are a great way to develop new social connections and fill your social meter and be rid of any isolation you may have been experiencing before!

If you’re already an attending member of Nia Dance Move to Heal classes, or have read previous blogs, please note that there is a permanent venue change for this class. Nia Dance Move to Heal will now be held at the Waikato Sports and Fishing Club at the same date and time. You can view this venue below.

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If you’re a senior or know someone who would heavily benefit from and enjoy Nia Dance classes at Dance NZ, book a class now! Have the opportunity to reach out and make new friends, add something new and exciting to your routine, or just have some extra fun in your week!

Do you have a query? You can CONTACT Dance NZ and expect a response as soon as possible.

Kind regards, Belinda.

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

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

To participate and have access to reserving HYBRID-style classes and in-person sessions, you must first be signed up as Dance NZ free member here.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Participate in this class here. Time and dates: 11:15 a.m on Tuesdays. Venue address: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Classic Nia: Participate in this class here. Time and dates: 5:30 p.m on Tuesdays. Venue address: Waikato Sports Fishing Club (detailed location: Grantham Street in Hamilton).

• Gentle Nia: Participate in this class here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m on Wednesday. Venue address: Raglan Town Hall (detailed location: 41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia: Participate in this class here. Time and dates: 9:30 a.m on Friday. Venue address: Saint John’s Hall full address: (Hamilton, 20 Wellington Street).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Participate in this class here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m on a Friday. Venue address: Saint John’s Hall (specific address: 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). 

24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin, as well as Nia HYBRID-style class sessions, can be purchased and booked here from the Dance NZ website.

HYBRID-style classes and 24-hour replays, including extra information and bookings, are available and accessible here.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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