Well-being and health are extremely important areas of your life to focus on and maintain, especially as you grow older. This blog will be covering two amazing senior health classes in Raglan and online at Dance NZ, and the dance form they practice. It’s important to stay on your feet through joyous activity and live the life you want to live to the fullest.

 

The best way to focus on your health and well-being is through exercise. Exercise is one of the most strongly advised activities for seniors and can take many different shapes i.e. yoga, walking, and dance. Dance is a great form of exercise as it can cater to any individual and is a more enjoyable way of working out.

 

In fact, dance is a great way to exercise without actually feeling like you’re working out. Exercise is also beneficial to one’s physical, mental, and emotional health. But there are so many types of dance fitness available to choose from, so what’s the best one for seniors?

Why Nia Dance is the Perfect Fitness for Seniors

Nia Dance is a fantastic dance practice and form of exercise for seniors, however, it is not widely known. This movement form is a non-impact exercise that is highly adaptable to any individual’s specific needs or ability levels. 

Many studies have discovered that kinds of exercise such as dancing and Tai Chi have extraordinary positive benefits on specific issues that seniors face. Nia Dance is comprised of 9 total movement art forms that include tai-chi and 3 different forms of dance.

These forms that inspire Nia Dance movements originate from various and unique martial, healing, and dance arts. It also incorporates the spoken teachings/ideas from these various arts into mindfulness techniques that you can take home and apply to your everyday life.

 

Nia Dance is comprised of 52 different movements that adapt and change based on your body and abilities. This means you’re not forcing movements through your body that don’t feel natural which means no risk of injuring yourself, as well as not feeling tired or sore after a Nia Dance workout.

 

There are many well-being and health benefits that arise from participating in Nia Dance. Some well-being benefits include decreased anxiety and depressive symptoms, renewed productive energy, increased self-esteem, a peaceful and joyful attitude on life, and increased joy through new social relationships.

 

Some health benefits include reduced muscle aches and tension, pain relief, increased mobility and joint flexibility, supported posture, enhanced cognitive and organ functioning, increased circulation, improved cardiovascular health, and muscle toning.

 

Dance NZ Waikato Strength and Balance Approved Classes

There are two Nia Dance classes available at Dance NZ that are perfect for seniors to participate in: Gentle Nia and Nia Dance Move to Heal. Due to lockdown, physical classes are not currently running. However, online classes are still operating and will continue to run after lockdown is over and physical classes are back.

This allows those who are not located in the Raglan and Hamilton area, located overseas or prefer participating in the comfort of their own home the ability to still take part in Nia Dance classes at Dance NZ. All online sessions are held live on Zoom and you can read more about optimising your viewership and participation in classes from home here.

Gentle Nia is the class that is best for a wide range of elders, as it reworks the Nia Technique’s motions to make them suitable for people with limited mobility and flexibility, as well as beginners of any age. It can be performed standing up in a spacious environment or sitting down using only your upper body.

Nia Dance Move to Heal is a licensed ACC rehabilitation program that is a Waikato-approved Strength and Balance class for seniors and those with limited mobility. It’s an ideal class if you’re suffering from any injuries or ailments, from pulled muscles to back pain.

The movements in this class are similar to Gentle Nia, but they are considerably more gentle and specifically developed to accommodate persons with specific ailments or movement difficulties. This class also follows the nationwide Live Stronger for Longer initiative and is a Waikato Strong & Stable program.

 

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Take ahold of the wonderful holistic fitness practice of Nia Dance and feel your mind, body, and life improve. Perfect for all seniors at any mobility level or fitness and dance abilities! If you or someone else has any concerns or questions, feel free to submit your query in the submission box below and we’ll get back to you as fast as we can.

1. Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

In order to book a class, you must be a Dance NZ member. You can become sign up to be a member for free here.

 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: 11:15 a.m every Tuesday. The location is at Saint Aidan’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also available here.

 

• Classic Nia One: Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. The location is Waikato Sports and Fishing Club, which is on Grantham Street in the Hamilton area. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Gentle Nia: Every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The location is at Raglan Town Hall, which is on 41 Bow Street in Raglan. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Classic Nia Two: Every Friday at 9:30 a.m. The location is at Saint John’s Hall, which is at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: 12:00 pm, every Friday. The location is Saint John’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

Want to hear more about the Nia Technique? Head over to nianow.com.

Are you looking for an exercise with gentle movement classes in Hamilton and online over lockdown to participate in? This blog will teach you about an amazing holistic practice known as Nia Dance, and how to access the best classes while you’re at home.

 

As you may have heard, New Zealand will be moving from Alert Level 4 to 3. Auckland will be remaining in Level 4 for another 2 weeks. However, at both levels, most public facilities will remain closed, including gyms and other fitness facilities.

 

Don’t wait until lockdown is over to start taking care of your body with physical movement. Dance NZ is a Raglan and Hamilton-located Nia Dance company that provides amazing online classes that will leave you feeling healthy, more relaxed, and more positive. All of which are important feelings to maintain, especially over the course of lockdown.

Nia Dance Providing Gentle Movements For All

As briefly mentioned earlier, Nia Dance is a holistic, non-impact fitness that provides highly adaptable movements in the form of dance. Made up of 52 movements in total, Nia Dance is inspired by 9 different movement art forms that originate from a healing, dance, or martial art.

 

You’ll find Nia Dance can suit any mood, whether you’re wanting to perform something that will leave you feeling relaxed, or help you feel energised. Creating ease in your life through gentle movement, Nia Dance is always participated in with the support of different styles of music. Dancing to beautiful music can create a wonderful harmony between your mind, body, and soul.

 

Due to its unique composition and extensive knowledge of the complex design human body, Nia Dance produces numerous benefits that cover spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional areas of your life. Some of these benefits include weight loss and reduced stress.

 

Also, a decrease in muscle tension, pain relief, reduced symptoms of depression or anxiety, muscle gain and toning, relaxed mood, calm energy, self-discovery, increased joint flexibility, increased mobility, and even more!

Accessing Nia Dance Classes Over Lockdown

One of the wonderful things about Nia Dance is that requires absolutely no equipment at all, not even shoes! Because it’s a non-impact practice, all you need to participate in Nia Dance is a spacious environment to move around in comfortably or a chair to sit and perform in.

 

In this case, since you’ll be accessing classes online, you will need a device to access classes on and a stable wifi connection. Gentle Nia is Dance NZ’s most ideal class if you’re looking for a Nia Dance routine that’s easy on your body.

 

This class has been adapted so the movements require less mobility and are not as complex. In fact, it can even be completed while sitting down and using your upper body; even sitting, Nia Dance is an extremely effective form of healthy fitness that can still reap all the benefits listed already.

 

Online classes at Dance NZ are held through Zoom, a video-sharing application that can be downloaded on your phone, tablet, or laptop. Classes through online sessions occur live, and you can decide whether you want your camera and microphone on or if you’d prefer watching but not being seen.

 

This allows you to feel completely comfortable letting loose and truly embracing Nia Dance. You may find that you can’t attend online classes due to an unpredictable or full schedule. However, Dance NZ offers a solution for that too. 24-hour replays are available for purchase on the Dance NZ site, with a range of different classes to choose from.

 

Once purchased, you can watch the replay as many times as you like within the 24-hour window. This gives you the freedom of participating without having to commit to a specific class time. With the option to rewatch, pause, rewind and fast-forward the replay, you can really focus on each move in-depth, or go at a slower pace!

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Take time for your body and mind, and enjoy a class of Nia Dance. With so many options and classes open to you at Dance NZ, there’s something to suit everyone! Whether you want to try something new, stay healthy and active, or want to connect with others, Nia Dance can meet your goals.

 

Have any questions about Nia Dance or Dance NZ? Submit your queries in the submission box below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

 

In order to book a class, you must be a Dance NZ member. You can become sign up to be a member for free here.

 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: 11:15 a.m every Tuesday. The location is at Saint Aidan’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also available here.

 

• Classic Nia One: Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. The location is Waikato Sports and Fishing Club, which is on Grantham Street in the Hamilton area. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Gentle Nia: Every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The location is at Raglan Town Hall, which is on 41 Bow Street in Raglan. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Classic Nia Two: Every Friday at 9:30 a.m. The location is at Saint John’s Hall, which is at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Every Friday at 12:00 pm. The location is at Saint John’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

Want to hear more about the Nia Technique? Head over to nianow.com.

Are you looking to relive a little boredom over lockdown? Or maybe you work from home and feeling the need for a little fun movement? This 8-minute dance break could be for you. 

 

 

 

 

To entertain yourself sit back relax and enjoy!! LoL, or if you are keen, clear yourself a 3 by 4-meter space of floor, remove any innocent pets or children, and give this a go. If you are new to dance workouts this is a fabulous introduction to the Nia Dance technique. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 8 minutes of Nia Dance with Belinda 

 

 

 

What is Nia Dance ? 

 

 

 

Ok so now we have you asking what is Nia Dance and how is this different from other dance workouts such as ZUMBA or Martial Arts Well the main difference is the Nia Technique encourages dancers to choose a level of movement that feels good in ” Your Body’s Way”. 

 

 

 

It is a choreographed dance to beautiful music with the occasional interlude of freeform. In Nia Dance, the dancers get to creatively adapt and modify the movements, giving the dancer a mindful approach to listening to the needs of the body and choosing to create ease, comfort FUN, and pleasure. 

 

 

 

A Nia Technique instructor is merely a guide, offering you simple choreographed movement, with no expectation to follow the moves exactly, it is more about pattern solving for your brain! The Kata sequences or patterns are based on improving the neuromuscular system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Friday Morning Class at Saint John’s Hall, 20 Wellington Street Hamilton

 

 

Attending online or in person is your option 

 

 

Giving you guided movement that starts o one side of the body, then the other. As dancers progress with this Technique the movement pattern can be blended together. A fantastic way to strengthen your neuroplasticity disguised as dancing fun!

 

Nia Dance with Belinda offers In-Person classes in Hamilton Central, Hamilton East, and Raglan. Giving you an option of classes suitable for beginners, more experienced dancers, and dance classes for seniors. 

 

 

 

 

This is typically what you will see from your laptop when dancing these classes at home, This is taken from a Nia Dance Move to Heal class with Belinda

 

To gain the best bandwidth to project the image from your phone to your TV check out these handy tips

 

I offer a First time Deal of classes for $15, from here prices range from $13 to $15 per class on a Points Package

• Nia Dance Move to Heal suitable for Seniors 65 +physical sessions occur at Saint Aidan’s Hall on Tuesdays, 11:15 am (corner of Thames and Heaphy, Hamilton). Zoom classes are open for booking too, and both can be booked here.

• Classic Nia classes are at Waikato Sports & Fishing Club, A great place for Beginners, single dancing, and intermediate dancing abilities. Tuesdays at 5:30 pm (Grantham Street, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here. 

• Gentle Nia classes are at Raglan Town Hall, Fantastic for Beginners, and singles Wednesday at 9:30 am (located on 41 Bow Street, Raglan). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

• Classic Nia classes are at Saint John’s Hall, A great place for Beginners single dancing and for intermediate dancing abilities. Friday at 9:30 am (20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance classes occur at Saint John’s Hall, Specifically for people living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers Fridays at 12:00 pm (20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

More information about the Nia Technique can be located at nianow.com.

Please feel free to CONTACT US with any questions, Warm regards Belinda, Nia Technique Brown belt, Certified Parkinson Dance Teacher 

 

No matter your age or who you are, your health is important. You may not be an individual who focuses on your health but it’s highly necessary to do so. This blog will be covering amazing, healthful fitness dance classes available and how they can benefit you.

 

Fitness can be a great way to start focusing on supporting your health and keeping yourself active. However, if you’re not big on exercise for any number of reasons, don’t worry. There are many different ways to stay fit but also have fun. Dance is a wonderful example of this however you’ll find most dance techniques tire you out. So, what solution is there?

Nia Dance is Perfect for Everybody

Nia Dance is the perfect solution! A non-impact and highly adaptable technique that teaches you to listen to your body rather than go against it. Tuning into your body like this means that Nia Dance leaves you feeling refreshed, positive, and energised after each workout, rather than sweaty, tired, and sore.

 

Made up of martial, healing, and dance arts, Nia Dance has a range of 52 movements that can be adapted and completed by experienced dancers or beginners in dance and fitness! This makes it the perfect practice for anyone looking for any health goals and at any stage of their health journey.

 

Although not well-known, Nia Dance has a number of health advantages, including several mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical health benefits. Weight loss, muscle strengthening, enhanced mobility and flexibility between joints, pain relief (such as back pain or muscle aches), improved organ function, improved circulation, and increased sensory awareness are just a few of the physical advantages. 

 

Reduced stress and tension, reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety, and improved mood with calmer, productive, or more cheerful feelings are just a few of the mental health and emotional wellbeing benefits.

 

Other benefits that lie within your lifestyle include building ties between friends and family when you engage in Nia Dance together, creating an environment where you make new social connections, self-discovery, and a deeper spiritual connection.

Dance NZ Providing You With the Best Classes

Dance NZ offers a variety of Nia Dance courses in numerous styles to cater to people of varying mobility levels, abilities, and session accessibility. There are sessions for individuals healing from injuries or ailments (Nia Dance Move to Heal). Also, for beginners (Gentle Nia), and experienced dancers (Classic Nia).

There’s also a class intended exclusively for those with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers (Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance). Belinda Goodwin, your Dance NZ teacher, aims to provide the greatest instruction and support to all of her pupils.

 

She also ensures each class environment is a judgment-free, positive space for you and your peers. Belinda has most recently accomplished and received her brown belt in the Nia Technique, making her a highly knowledgable and perceptive teacher for this practice.

There are a variety of alternatives for attending or seeing courses at Dance NZ, which are ideal for those with flexible, unpredictable, or demanding schedules. However, due to lockdown, physical classes, which are held at various locations in Raglan and Hamilton, are not currently open. Online classes are the only way to access live classes at present.

Online sessions are held on Zoom and are the perfect way to start your mornings or wind down in the evening. There are also replays of various classes that can be purchased and are available for 24-hours after purchase, allowing you to view as many times as you like during that duration, pausing, rewinding, and fast-forwarding to your heart’s delight.

This is a great option for individuals who cannot commit to a specific class time or are not located in the area.

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Don’t wait to begin your health journey! Attend the Nia Dance class that best suits you at Dance NZ today and feel the difference in your mood, lifestyle, and health. With 5 amazing classes to choose from, a highly experienced teacher, and the opportunity to meet new people and learn a new skill in a supportive, fun environment, what’s stopping you? Book now!

 

Have a question or concern about Dance NZ or Nia Dance? Submit your query down below and Dance NZ will respond as fast as they can.

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

Please be aware that to book Dance NZ classes, you must be a member. Being a member is free, and you can sign up here.

 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. The class location is at Saint Aidan’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also available here.

 

• Classic Nia Tuesday: Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. The class location is Waikato Sports and Fishing Club, which is on Grantham Street in the Hamilton area. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Gentle Nia: Every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The class location is at Raglan Town Hall, which is on 41 Bow Street in Raglan. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Classic Nia Friday: Every Friday at 9:30 a.m. The class location is at Saint John’s Hall, which is at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Every Friday at 12:00 pm. The class location is also at Saint John’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

Want to hear more about the Nia Technique? Head over to nianow.com.

This blog will cover online experienced dance classes perfect for lockdown. It will also cover a fantastic Nia Dance class perfect for experienced dancers or confident dance lovers, as well as what Nia Dance is and why it’s more beneficial than other dance forms.

 

As many already know, lockdown has hit hard and heavy in New Zealand with Alert Level 4 underway and no current signs of it being lifted in the near future. Many people have had to give up hobbies they enjoy due to business and public facilities no longer operating for the moment.

 

Multiple activity or skill-based classes are included in this mix, particularly dance and fitness sessions. Luckily, there’s a wonderful solution available that a few businesses are participating in: online classes. Online sessions for things like fitness or dance are becoming increasingly popular over lockdown.

 

It’s a great way to stay fit, productive, and take part in a fun hobby or practice your skills. Dance NZ is a Hamilton and Raglan-based dance company that practices the technique known as Nia Dance. All 5 classes available at Dance NZ are still running thanks to online Zoom sessions.

Why Nia Dance Over Other Dance Forms

If you’re a seasoned dancer or a fitness fanatic who is confident of your abilities and levels of mobility, consider incorporating Nia Dance into your lifestyle. Nia Dance offers not only physical benefits but mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits too.

 

This dance practice is a great choice too if you’re seeking a unique exercise routine, a workout that isn’t too strenuous on your body, or simply want to try something new. Unlike other dance classes you’ve participated in, Nia Dance is a non-impact technique that can be tailored to any individual’s needs or abilities.

 

It offers a wide range of benefits that touch on many aspects of your life and being, as well as teaching you skills and tools to help you improve your lifestyle and mindset outside of the studio. If you dislike sweaty, exhausting workouts like Zumba or Crossfit, Nia Dance is for you. It consists of 52 calming moves that will leave you with a renewed sense of calm energy at the end of each class.

 

Pain relief, released muscle tensions, weight loss, improved muscle strength, increased flexibility between joints and mobility, deeper spiritual connection, more opportunities for self-discovery, higher levels of endurance, improvements in organ function and cardiovascular health, and decreased symptoms of depression and anxiety are some of the most common benefits of Nia Dance.

 

Classic Nia Online

Classic Nia is a Dance NZ class that takes place every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. and every Friday at 9:30 a.m. Currently, these classes are being held on Zoom, and are the most ideal classes available at Dance NZ for competent dancers and individuals with higher activity levels and mobility.

 

Just like in-person sessions, online classes will provide a supportive, welcoming, and judgment-free environment with your teacher and peers but through the internet. Belinda Goodwin is the only instructor at Dance NZ and will be guiding you through your Nia Dance routines in Classic Nia.

 

Belinda is a highly qualified and exceptional teacher, having recently obtained her brown belt in the Nia Technique. This means you will be taught and guided by the best hands. Your teacher also ensures that each movement may be performed at several levels of difficulty within each session, so you can challenge yourself while sticking to what you know.

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With lockdown likely to be extended, don’t wait for Alert Level 2 to enjoy your favourite pastimes. Enjoy a new kind of dance, Nia Dance, through Dance NZ’s online Classic Nia Zoom sessions! Or check out other Dance NZ classes below. If you can’t commit to a specific class timeslot, have a look at Dance NZ’s 24-hour purchasable replays here.

 

If you have any queries, contact Dance NZ by submitting your questions and concerns in the contact box below.

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

Please be aware that to book Dance NZ classes, you must be a member. Being a member is free, and you can sign up here.

 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. The class location is at Saint Aidan’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also available here.

 

• Classic Nia Tuesday: Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. The class location is Waikato Sports and Fishing Club, which is on Grantham Street in the Hamilton area. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Gentle Nia: Every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The class location is at Raglan Town Hall, which is on 41 Bow Street in Raglan. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Classic Nia Friday: Every Friday at 9:30 a.m. The class location is at Saint John’s Hall, which is at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Every Friday at 12:00 pm. The class location is also at Saint John’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also open here.

 

Want to hear more about the Nia Technique? Head over to nianow.com.

Are you a senior and worried about staying at peak health over lockdown? Exercise is one of the most strongly advised activities for seniors. Finding the right type of fitness for you can help enhance your quality of life and provide support in overcoming any pains or chronic conditions. This blog will cover an amazing, healthy senior fitness hamilton class. 

Physical, mental, and emotional well-being can all also be improved through the best fit of exercise for you.

Numerous studies show that staying active in your later years can help maintain and improve levels of happiness, support your health, and help you create and sustain social connections. 

Dance NZ provides excellent classes for seniors seeking fun yet gentle workouts in a social setting. Let Nia Dance provide you with joy, socialisation, and an abundance of health benefits.

 How Nia Dance Can Bring Better Health

But what is Nia Dance? Well, Nia Dance is a unique blend of martial arts, healing arts, and dance arts, with 52 total motions that make up the practice. This allows for tremendous variety and high adaptability within the movements. Nia Dance is a non-impact, free-flowing type of dance that can be tailored to each individual’s specific needs and skills.

 

When your body doesn’t feel right completing a motion, body awareness can guide a more kind and gentle approach. This leaves you without feeling sweaty, sore, or tired. Mindful movement like Nia dance Move to Heal can sustain your energy and leave you feeling goodafter a workout . Seniors are prone to depression, with one of the most common root causes being a lack of social contact. 

With lockdown currently underway, this can only worsen symptoms. Nia Dance is a wonderful opportunity to broaden your social circle and form new, long-lasting friendships, even over Zoom. Loneliness and other depressive symptoms can be reduced by the encouragement and enthusiasm you receive from not only your peers but also your teacher. 

As said prior, Nia Dance can provide a variety of benefits. This practice can even help with sensory stimulation as well as cognitive health and organ functions 

Other benefits include joint, muscular, and general pain alleviation, improved muscle and joint strength, improved organ function, improved circulation, weight loss, reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression, higher levels of mobility, and more.

Nia Dance Move to Heal

Nia Dance Move to Heal is a Dance NZ class ideal for seniors and anyone who needs to exercise more gently. This can include individuals part of the ACC recovery program, or people with general pains, such as back pain, muscle aches, etc. This class is been approved by Waikato Strength and Balance for seniors and those with limited mobility.

 

All Dance NZ classes are held and taught by Belinda Goodwin, who has just obtained her brown belt in the Nia Technique. Belinda ensures to provide every class with a safe, non-judgmental environment, even over Zoom, as well as varying levels of difficulty to each movement and routine.

 

This allows every participant to feel comfortable and to complete the workout at the pace most comfortable to them. As mentioned earlier, you’ll be able to make new social connections through Dance NZ classes. Even over Zoom, Nia Dance allows you to maintain a high level of socialisation each week.

 

Adding a Nia Dance Move to Heal class to your weekly routine is a fantastic way to meet new people, stay social, and alleviate symptoms of depression. Looking for physical lessons for Nia Dance Move to Heal after lockdown?

 

This event takes place every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. at the location of Saint Aidan’s Hall. Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available. Currently, only Zoom sessions are open due to New Zealand remaining under Alert Level 4 lockdown.

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Don’t let lockdown restrict you or push you away from making the change today to create a healthier, happier lifestyle. One of the few businesses in New Zealand with classes for seniors available at the moment, Dance NZ will ensure your life inside and outside of lockdown to be more pleasurable and healthfuller. Find new social connections and joy through Nia Dance Move to Heal.

 

Have a question or a few concerns? Contact us by writing your queries in the submission box below and we’ll respond as fast as we can.

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

Please note that you must be a member in order to book classes at Dance NZ. Becoming a member is free, and if you wish to sign up, you can do so here.

• Classic Nia physical lessons are practiced every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. Classes take place at the Waikato Sports and Fishing Club. This location is on Grantham Street in the Hamilton area.

Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

• Gentle Nia physical lessons are conducted every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The location is Raglan Town Hall, with the building being located on 41 Bow Street in Raglan.

Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

• Classic Nia classes are practiced at Saint John’s Hall. This class occurs every Friday at 9:30 a.m., with the building being located on 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton.

Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is open every Friday at 12:00 pm. The physical location is also at Saint John’s Hall. Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

Want to hear more about the Nia Technique? Head over to nianow.com.

With New Zealand’s lockdown still underway and the likelihood of it being extended once again very high, you might be finding yourself growing a little bit bored. Most people saw this lockdown as short-term but with how events are going, you might want to focus on ways to have fun as your hunker down at home.  So why not try an online social beginners dance class?

 

Lockdown is the perfect time to learn a new skill or participate in a new activity. With so much time on your hands, the possibility of trying new things is endless.

 

Dance NZ offers a class perfect for newcomers to Nia Dance or beginners in dance or fitness looking to learn. Available online every week over Zoom, you can get friends and family involved from different households too!

Nia Dance As A Social Activity For Beginners

First, you’re probably wondering what Nia Dance is. Well, Nia Dance is a non-impact practice that is adapted from 9 different movement forms that originate from the dance, healing, and martial art fields. Some of these movement forms include the Alexander technique, Aikido, and tai-chi to name a few. The combination of these practices is what makes up the Nia Technique and its 52 total movements.

 

Because of its high adaptability, Nia Dance is not only perfect for newcomers in dance but any individual. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mum, a student, or a senior, Nia Dance is the perfect activity for everyone. Nia Dance is about listening to your body and becoming in-tune with what movements feel right and what doesn’t.

This means that movements are never forced, and you won’t be left tired, sweaty, and sore after the workout. The Nia Technique doesn’t require you to perform exactly like your teachers or even your peers. Instead, you can adapt the moves to your own level of ability and mobility, and even incorporate your own style to each action.

 

Nia Dance Benefits

A great thing about Nia Dance is the numerous and wide variety of benefits it has to offer. So, no matter what your goal is for participating, Nia Dance will be able to meet you halfway. The practice offers physical and mental health benefits, as well as emotional and spiritual benefits. On top of that, Nia Dance helps teach you the skills and tools required to maintain these health and wellbeing benefits outside of class and add them to your lifestyle.

 

Some of the many benefits of Nia Dance includes pain relief, enhanced organ and cognitive functioning, supported posture and balance, improved hand-eye coordination, reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety, weight loss, increased muscle strength, higher levels of mobility and flexibility, calmer mindset, mental clarity, reduced tension and stress, and the opportunity to deepen your self and spiritual connection.

Gentle Nia at Dance NZ

Dance NZ is a Nia Dance company established in New Zealand, conducting courses in the Hamilton and Raglan area. Online classes held on Zoom are also available. Due to lockdown, online classes are the only classes open presently.

Dance NZ offers Gentle Nia, a class that is perfect for people who are new to dance, new to fitness, or who require movements that use lower levels of mobility.  The class is specially adapted and designed for people who have limited mobility or are new to dance or exercise.

Gentle Nia provides a safe, fun, social, and judgment-free environment for everyone who participates, whether you’re a beginner or not. You’ll also find that your peers and teacher, Belinda Goodwin, be not only energetic, positive, and supportive, but also highly easy to socialise with and develop new social relationships.

 

You can check out our other blog here that focuses on how to download Zoom, access Nia Dance classes online, and the best ways to optimise your viewing experience and participation!

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Don’t wait to try something new! Lockdown provides the perfect opportunity to allow you to spend time doing the things you love and finding more hobbies to enjoy. Nia Dance will keep your mind, body, and soul happy and healthy so why not try it now!

 

If you have any further questions about Nia Dance, Dance NZ, Gentle Nia, or anything else, contact us below!

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

• Saint Aidan’s Hall holds the physical lessons for Nia Dance Move to Heal. This event takes place every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. (corner of Thames and Heaphy, Hamilton). Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

• Classic Nia physical classes are held on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. Classes take place at the Waikato Sports and Fishing Club. Waikato’s Sports and Fishing Club is located on Grantham Street. Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

• Gentle Nia in-person lessons are conducted at Raglan Town Hall on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. This building can be found at 41 Bow Street in Raglan. Zoom sessions are also available and may be scheduled here.

 

• On Fridays at 9:30 a.m., Classic Nia lessons are offered in Saint John’s Hall. The location of Saint John’s Hall is at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance in-person classes is available on Fridays at 12:00 pm. The location is also at Saint John’s Hall, which is at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. Zoom sessions, which can be arranged here, are also available.

 

Want to hear more about the Nia Technique? Head over to nianow.com.

Have you recently suffered a physical injury and are in the process of finding the right recovery program for you and your body? Maybe you’ve had a consistent injury that you might perceive as very minor, like muscle aches or back pains, and you haven’t received support for yet or found anything that helps you.

 

In this blog, we’ll cover what Nia Dance is, how it can help you recover from a specific injury or ailment, and where and how you can attend classes.

How Does Nia Dance Help My Specific Recovery Process?

The Nia Technique (also known as Nia Dance) is a holistic dance practice that focuses on learning to listen to the complex design of your body and perform movements based on what your body says, rather than forcing unnatural actions. As well as this, Nia Dance also involves becoming in-tune with your energy, and learning how to harness and increase positive, calm energy, and discard negative energy.

 

So, not only is Nia Dance designed to aid your physical body but your mental and spiritual body too. Nia Dance is comprised of 3 different art forms, namely martial, healing and dance arts, and within each of those, there are another 3 forms by which Nia Dance is inspired. Some of these forms include Tai-Chi, Yoga, Aikido, and Jazz to name a few. The blend of all these different movements and practices is what makes Nia Dance so unique, easily adjustable and adaptable, and able to target and provide benefits to many areas of your life.

 

Because of its adaptability, Nia Dance can be a specific recovery program for your specific injury or ailment. Alongside the fact that all movements can be as gentle or intense as you feel is best for your body, there are also numerous mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health and lifestyle benefits that can come with the practice of Nia Dance.

 

Some of these benefits include, but are not limited to, pain relief, improved muscle strength, increased cognitive functioning and coordination, higher levels of mobility and flexibility between joints, better balance, higher mood levels, decreased symptoms within depression and anxiety, calmer moods with diminished tension or stress levels, and more which you can read about here.

 

Nia Dance Move to Heal at Dance NZ

Dance NZ is a Nia Dance company that has 5 classes based in either the Hamilton or Raglan area. Belinda Goodwin runs all 5 classes, and is a highly experienced and well-trained teacher in the Nia Technique, having obtained her white, blue, and green belts in the practice and currently progressing through her brown belt training.

 

Nia Dance Move to Heal is a class specialising in aiding injury recovery, whether it be muscle-related issues, chronic illness, or other ailments. This class is a part of the ACC Recovery Programmes and is also an approved Waikato Strength and Balance class, so you can feel assured that you’re receiving the best care and support while progressing through your recovery journey.

 

Belinda has specifically designed Nia Dance Move to Heal to be a far more adaptable and gentle version of the Nia Technique movements to cater to every individual’s particular needs and type of injury. Just like her other classes, Belinda provides different levels of difficulty to each movement so you can work at a comfortable level or try something to push your body.

 

If you’re recovering from a serious injury, it might be likely that you’re unable to transport yourself from home to a class. Luckily, this isn’t something you need to worry about at Dance NZ, as all classes are held over Zoom too as well as in-person. The online Zoom sessions are held live at the same time as physical classes, so you can still feel that level of connection to your peers and teacher.

 

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If you’re still in the decision-making process or have tried other recovery programs before with not much luck, consider Nia Dance at Dance NZ! The Nia Technique is already a gentle, free-flowing group of movements, so, with the way Nia Dance Move to Heal is designed, it’s able to be accessible to nearly anyone while still providing the amazing benefits of the Nia Technique.

 

If you’re still having trouble deciding or have any other concerns, contact your recovery support member or team, or feel free to reach out to us with any queries using our submission box which can be found below this blog.

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

• Nia Dance Move to Heal classes occur at Saint Aidan’s Hall, on Tuesdays at 11:15 am (corner of Thames Street and Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are available for booking here.

 

• Classic Nia classes are at Waikato Sports & Fishing Club, Tuesday at 5:30 pm (Grantham Street, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

 

• Gentle Nia classes are at Raglan Town Hall, Wednesday at 9:30 am (located on 41 Bow Street, Raglan). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

 

• Classic Nia classes are at Saint John’s Hall, Friday at 9:30 am (20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

 

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance classes occur at Saint John’s Hall, Friday at 12:00 pm (20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). Physical classes and Zoom sessions are open for booking here.

More information about the Nia Technique can be located at nianow.com.

The Level 4 lockdown in New Zealand was sudden and may have come as a shock to most. As most might know, Alert Level 4 means that all non-essential businesses are required to close. This includes gyms and other public fitness locations. Luckily, there are a few fitness-based companies still running up and running thanks to their lockdown online exercise classes.
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Dance NZ is one of these businesses; if you’re new to the amazing classes of Dance NZ, this blog will explain what practice these classes teach, the type of classes available, and why it’s perfect over the course of this lockdown.

 

If you’re already an active member at Dance NZ, you may or may not be aware of the online classes available. This blog will detail what programs are running, and the best way to view and enjoy them in the comfort of your own home.

What Is Nia Dance and Why It’s Perfect for Lockdown

Nia Dance is a non-impact, holistic fitness style that incorporates 52 total movements into its routine. The great thing about Nia Dance is that it requires no equipment, not even shoes as it’s best performed barefoot! All you need to practice this dance form is yourself and space open enough to move around in.

 

Nia Dance is also a great way to stay social, even during the lockdown period. By connecting with peers on Zoom to participate in classes together, you can help keep your immune system strengthened by keeping up your levels of happiness through social connections.

 

On top of that, thanks to its unique blend of dance, martial, and healing arts, those who practice Nia Dance can experience a variety of other benefits. This includes mental, emotional, and physical benefits. Nia Dance can help with weight loss and maintenance, muscle building, posture assistance, and muscle toning.

 

It can also support cognitive and organ functions, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, improve your circulation and cardiovascular system, and increase balance and coordination. All of which are important health benefits to consider during lockdown.

Dance NZ Classes and Accessing Them

There is a diverse range of lockdown online exercise classes available at Dance NZ that are specially designed to suit anybody’s specific needs or abilities. Classic Nia is ideal for all individuals and highly recommended if you’re an experienced dancer or fitness lover. Gentle Nia is perfect for beginners but also works well for individuals outside of that category.

 

Nia Dance Move to Heal is a class specialising in soft movements for those recovering from injuries or specific ailments. Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is a class designed and only available for individuals with Parkinson’s and their caregivers.

 

Accessing online classes for the first time? Not to worry, Dance NZ live streams all classes on the video-sharing application, Zoom. You may already have experience using Zoom from last year’s lockdown. If you haven’t, downloading Zoom and accessing your class on it is extremely easy. You can watch a YouTube tutorial on how to set up Zoom here, and also download the application here.

 

Zoom is available on most devices, such as tablets, laptops, or phones, however, it’s recommended to connect the device you’re using to a TV, to optimise your viewing. The larger the screen, the easier your class will be to view. There are a few options to transfer the video feed from your devices to your TV, using either a Chromecast or HDMI cable.

 

 

Replays For Those With Hectic Lockdown Schedules

 

Depending on your current occupation, you may still be required to work from home and not have the time to commit to a specific class. However, Dance NZ offers a solution for this too. 24-hour replays of different classes are available to purchase and can be browsed and bought here.

 

Replays are ready to watch for 24-hours and can be watched as many times as you like during this window. Moreover, this allows you to not feel pressured to commit to a specific class time, and gives you the freedom to rewind, fast-forward, and rewatch as much as you want.

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Don’t let Level 4 lockdown get in the way of your fitness routine or hold you back from enjoying your day-to-day life doing the things you love. Try Nia Dance today with Dance NZ’s fabulous lockdown online exercise classes. With something to suit everyone’s needs and abilities, you can feel confident that you’ve got something to keep you entertained this lockdown. So, let’s Zoom in together!

 

Got any other questions or concerns about classes, Zoom, or something else? Submit your queries in the question box below and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Weekly Dance classes to choose from , dancing Live Online or In person at our Dance Venues

• Physical classes for  Nia Dance Move to Heal are held at Saint Aidan’s Hall. Every Tuesday at 11:15 a.m., this takes place (corner of Thames and Heaphy, Hamilton). There are also Zoom sessions available, which may be booked here.

 

• On Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m., Classic Nia in-person classes are held at Waikato Sports and Fishing Club. The Sports and Fishing Club is located on Grantham Street, in Hamilton. There are also Zoom sessions available, which may be booked here.

 

• Gentle Nia in-person classes are held on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Raglan Town Hall. This building is located at 41 Bow Street in Raglan. There are also Zoom sessions available, which may be booked here.

 

• On Fridays at 9:30 a.m., Classic Nia lessons are offered in Saint John’s Hall. This building is located at 20 Wellington Street in Hamilton. There are also Zoom sessions available, which may be booked here.

 

• On Fridays, 12:00 pm, at Saint John’s Hall, Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance in-person classes are available (20 Wellington Street, Hamilton). There are also Zoom sessions available, which may be booked here.

 

Wish to learn more about the Nia Technique? Check out nianow.com.