The Non-Physical Side of Nia Dance

So, what type of exercise can provide so many benefits to so many areas and be accessible to anybody? Well, welcome to the world of Nia Dance. Also known as the Nia Technique, NIA stands for ‘Neuromuscular Itergrative Action’ or ‘Non-Impact Aerobics’. Each name relates to the way Nia Dance is designed, following the complex makeup of our nervous system, organs, muscles and joints, and by how adaptable it is through its non-impact movements.

Nia Dance, compared to other fitnesses, focuses on changing movements based on what feels most comfortable and effective for your body. Because everybody, every person is different, Nia Dance emphasises that it’s okay not to perform movements exactly like your instructor, and encourages you to move how you feel and to even add your own style! Being focused on how the movement feels rather than how it is precisely performed, as well as its non-impact actions, is what makes Nia Dance so effective in delivering a wide variety of benefits to anybody who participates, whether that participation is a 7-minute workout or an hour-long class.

Nia Dance also incorporates mindfulness techniques and important mental teachings from movement arts such as yoga, tai-chi, and the works of Moshe Feldenkrais to name a few. Some of the beautiful mental and spiritual benefits Nia Dance can offer you includes: enhanced connection to self, improved sensory awareness, higher levels of mindfulness, feelings of joy and peace, increased energy and productivity, and easier connection to those around you. 

Connect To Your Soul At Dance NZ

If you’re based in New Zealand, you may have found difficulty in coming across a Nia Dance company in your area or that provides online live sessions. Dance NZ is a Nia Dance-based group that offers classes online through Zoom and in-person at different beautiful venues in Raglan and Hamilton. There are 5 classes available at Dance NZ each week at various times and dates, with 4 different types of classes that you can take part in. 

Your preference of class and method of participating is entirely up to what you feel is the best fit for you! You may not feel comfortable performing in front of other people, so an online class or 24-hour purchasable replay might suit you better! Or maybe you love working out in groups and taking on a physical class.

Depending on your goals and ability or restrictions of your body and other factors, each class may appeal to you differently. Classic Nia is a great all-rounder class for anyone, especially experienced dancers. Gentle Nia is ideal for those beginning in fitness, dance or require soft movement for low mobility. Nia Dance Move to Heal is a certified ACC recovery program that is perfect for those with intense injuries or minor aches or pains. The final class, Nia for Parkinsons Freedom Dance, is only available to people with Parkinson’s and their carers but is an excellent and stimulating class that help alleviate Parkinson’s symptoms.

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Connect to your chakras, emotions and soul with Nia Dance! Whether you’re a spiritual person/someone who is in touch with their emotions or not, Nia Dance can provide something for you. That can be extra happiness, a boost in productivity, or a higher connection to yourself. Or try a class out to reach your physical goals if that’s something you’re more focused on! You can read a blog about the great physical benefits of Nia Dance here.

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.

Explore the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Create a Positive Space for Your Mental Health With Nia Dance

Made to nurture and fulfil your mind, body, and soul, Nia Dance offers an abundance of mental and emotional wellness benefits. There are numerous ways that Nia Dance is able to do this, no matter your ability, age or the number of times or consistency you perform it at. One of its methods of boosting your wellness is through its music design. Using binaural frequencies and specific chords and instruments, these sounds can stimulate your neural pathways and brain to produce positive benefits such as calmer energy, higher mindfulness levels and a sense of peace.

Nia Dance is made up of nine different movement arts that originate from dance, martial and healing techniques. Adapting both their physical and verbal teachings, Nia Dance incorporates this with mindfulness practices to help provide positive energy and mindset, and feelings of productivity.

The technique of Nia Dance is set up into 7 different cycles, each one stimulating your mind differently. The cycles help you focus on goals and intentions, become in-tune with your body, energise your being and recentre and harmonise with your soul.

Boost Your Wellness and Energy At Dance NZ

Whether you’re looking for online HYBRID-style classes or in-person sessions, Dance NZ has you covered for Nia Dance lessons! Having classes based on Zoom, and in Hamilton and Raglan, Dance NZ offers 5 different classes allowing a diverse range of individuals to participate. 

There’s Gentle Nia, a class focused on soft movement for lower mobility and beginners. Nia Dance Move to Heal is a class specialising in movements that relieve pains and aches. For those with Parkinson’s and their carers, there’s Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance. There’s also Classic Nia for seasoned dancers, experienced Nia students and those with good mobility. 

Also coming to Raglan on the 12th of December, there will be a wonderful Nia Dance event that you can take part in to further boost good energy and feelings of wellness. Register for the 2021 Nia Dance Jam at The Kokiri Stage in Raglan today to secure your booking. For only $45, you can experience Nia Dance in a way that you never have before! Take to the Kokiri Stage for 55 minutes of Nia Dance with your favourite instructors,  Deidre, Lisa, Hilda, and Belinda. After your Nia routine, the session will flow into a beautiful 45 minute sound meditation journey with the Didgeridoo, led by Jimi, and pure crystal bowls, played by Karin.

The proceeds of this event are going towards hiring a professional photographer to take still shots and videos of your teachers for their 2022 Marketing, so you can feel like you’re dancing for a cause! To book entry for this lovely event and to prioritise your wellness, click here. https://forms.gle/dKBJt7MQ3NYq3W9fA

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Take care of your body and mind at the same time with Nia Dance. The beauty of this technique is that it can cater to any mind and any body to make sure no one is left out of receiving all its bountiful benefits. Attend Nia Dance classes at Dance NZ and rejuvenate your mental health with positivity, and take advantage of the upcoming Nia event now before it’s all booked up!

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 

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

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

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

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

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

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Take part in this session here. Time and dates: 12:00 p.m, Friday afternoons. Official class location: Saint John’s Hall (designated venue place: 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.

Delve further into the world of the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Nia Dance Strengthening Your Brain and Cognitive Function

Nia Dance is unlike any other mentally stimulating exercise you would have participated in or heard of before. It is a holistic movement art that is uniquely composed of 9 different techniques that stem from the martial, healing and dance arts. Some of these techniques that inspire the 52 movements of Nia Dance includes Duncan dance, Jazz, the Alexander Technique, Yoga, and Ta-Chi.

Each one of these techniques that makes up Nia Dance has interwoven its own unique movements and teachings into the Nia Technique to maximise the level of attention to stimulating and improving mental health and cognitive function. The technique of Nia Dance was also carefully designed following the complex makeup of the human body, including cognitive, neural, nerve, and organ functions. In turn, this significantly optimises the positive impact Nia Dance has on your mental health and brain function.

As mentioned before, Nia Dance is made up of a total of 52 movements. Each movement benefits you in a particular way, and you can take different movements and create a routine that provides a particular group of benefits or focus on different areas, such as organ function or circulation. The Sun Levitation is a routine of set movements within Nia Dance that strengthens the neurological pathways within your brain. Boosting the power of these pathways improves the function of your brain and cognition overall, creating a healthier and happy brain.

Many commonly reported mental benefits that are a result of Nia Dance includes improved coordination, heightened balance, higher levels of cognitive function, reduced mental anxiety and stress, the release of endorphins (feel-good chemicals), and better concentration and focus.

Improve The Health and Function of Your Cognition at Dance NZ

All of Dance NZ’s classes are available online as a live stream on Zoom. If you haven’t already, installing Zoom and using it to access your class is really simple. Online classes are just as effective as in-person classes and provide the same brain and mental health benefits.

There are also 24-hour replays of various classes available for purchase, which may be explored and purchased here. Replays are available for 24 hours and may be seen as many times as you want during that time frame. This frees you from feeling obligated to attend a set class time and have a time that suits you to focus on your mind.

Dance NZ offers a wide choice of lessons that are specifically tailored to meet the demands and abilities of each individual. All classes, although different, still target your brain and neurological pathways to help boost mental clarity and health. Classic Nia is suitable for everyone and comes highly recommended whether you’re a seasoned dancer or fitness enthusiast.

Gentle Nia is ideal for beginners, but it also works for people who aren’t in that group. Nia Dance Move to Heal is a soft-movement-focused class for those healing from injuries or illnesses and can be great for mental healing too. Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is a class created specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease and their caretakers. This class was made specially to stimulate minds affected by Parkinson’s and reduce symptoms.

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Don’t underestimate the power of your brain! Participate in Nia Dance at Dance NZ online and take care of your mental health to achieve a healthier, happier lifestyle. Boost your cognitive functions and neurological pathways in your brain with the Sun Levitation technique practised only within Nia Dance. Book the class that suits you best today!

Have any concerns or questions? CONTACT Dance NZ here and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Kind regards, Belinda.

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

Nia Dance Sessions Transpire Weekly at Dance NZ: Online HYBRID-style Classes And In-Person Sessions

Sign up as a Dance NZ member for free here and have access to booking online HYBRID-style classes and in-person Nia sessions.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal classes: Book here. Class start time is at 11:15 a.m. The dates and location are Tuesday in the Saint Aidan’s Hall location. The location of the mentioned venue is the corner of Heaphy Terrace and Thames Street, Hamilton.

• Classic Nia classes: Book here. Class start time is at 5:30 p.m. The dates and location are Tuesday at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club. The location of the mentioned venue is Grantham Street in Hamilton.

• Gentle Nia classes: Book here. Class start time is at 9:30 a.m. The dates and location are Wednesday in the Raglan Town Hall venue. The location of the mentioned venue is 41 Bow Street, Raglan. 

• Classic Nia classes: Book here. Class start time is at 9:30 a.m. The dates and location are Friday in the Saint John’s Hall location. The location of the mentioned venue is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance classes: Book here. Class start time is 12:00 pm. The dates and location are Friday at the Saint John’s Hall location. The location of the mentioned venue is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton. 

Click here to be able to purchase Nia HYBRID-style classes and purchasable 24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin, your instructor.

Click here to be redirected to the Dance NZ site for more information about HYBRID-style classes and 24-hour replays to purchase.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Improve Your Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health With Nia Dance

Nia Dance is a widely practised holistic movement art that is more than just a form of exercise or style of dance. Each of the 52 movements is designed to focus on specific areas of the human body to provide numerous wellness benefits while remaining non-impact and adaptable. Nia Dance not only gives you a fun and effective workout to boost your wellness but also teaches you the skills and tools you need to lead a happier, weller life outside of class.

The Nia Technique is unlike any other practice. It combines techniques and verbal teachings from a variety of martial, dance, and healing arts. This diverse set of techniques and their movements are then modified and incorporated together to target the entire network of your body. The unique and complex design of Nia Dance explains why so many advantages are available in so many areas, particularly in the area of your mental and emotional wellness.

Nia Dance also emphasises listening to your body and adapting movements to what feels natural to you. As briefly mentioned prior, each movement is extremely customizable to your skills and needs. You can even add your unique flair and style to the movements to truly feel like you’re dancing how your body wants you to. Being able to dance how you want and let loose is a fantastic way to remove stress from your mind and open it to wellness.

The music and social support you experience with Nia Dance are other excellent ways to increase your wellness significantly. Music of Nia Dance was designed to boost wellness levels through binaural frequencies and specific instruments and chord combinations. You’ll also find your mental and emotional wellness to be extra supported through the friends you make at different Nia Dance classes and hangouts.

Online HYBRID-style Classes for Wellness at Dance NZ

Dance NZ offers a wide selection of lessons that are specifically tailored to meet the requirements and abilities of each individual. Based in the Waikato region, Dance NZ has various classes in Hamilton and Raglan venues as well as online. Classic Nia is suitable for everyone and comes even more highly recommended if you’re a seasoned dancer.

Gentle Nia is ideal for beginners, but it also works for people who are just looking for softer movements. Nia Dance Move to Heal is a soft-movement-focused class for those recuperating from injuries or illnesses. Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is a class created specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease and their carers and helps stimulate individual’s with Parkinson’s and aid symptoms.

Dance NZ also has 24-hour replays of several classes available for purchase, which may be viewed and purchased here. Replays are available for 24 hours and may be seen as many times as you want during that time frame. This frees you from feeling obligated to attend a certain class time and allows you to rewind, fast-forward, and replay as often as you choose.

Accessing HYBRID-style Classes Online

All of Dance NZ’s HYBRID-style classes are live-streamed on Zoom, a video-sharing app. You may have used Zoom before during the lockdown last year. If you haven’t already done so, installing Zoom and using it to access your class is quite simple. Here’s a YouTube lesson on how to set up Zoom, and here’s where you can download the app.

Zoom is available on most platforms, including tablets, laptops, and smartphones; but, to get the most out of your viewing experience, you should connect your device to a television as it will be simpler to see your class. Using either a Chromecast or an HDMI connection, you may send the video stream from your devices to your TV. You can read more about optimising your online HYBRID-style Nia Dance classes here.

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Put your mental and emotional wellness first and try out an online HYBRID-style Nia Dance class at Dance NZ today! Feel the difference in your rejuvenated, happier mood and thought process.

Have any concerns or questions? CONTACT Dance NZ here and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Kind regards, Belinda.

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

Nia Dance Sessions Transpire Weekly at Dance NZ: Online HYBRID-style Classes And In-Person Sessions

Sign up as a Dance NZ member for free here and have access to booking online HYBRID-style classes and in-person Nia sessions.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal classes: Book here. Class start time is at 11:15 a.m. The dates aand location are Tuesday in the Saint Aidan’s Hall location. The location of the mentioned venue is the corner of Heaphy Terrace and Thames Street, Hamilton.

• Classic Nia classes: Book here. Class start time is at 5:30 p.m. The dates and location are Tuesday at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club. The location of the mentioned venue is Grantham Street in Hamilton.

• Gentle Nia classes: Book here. Class start time is at 9:30 a.m. The dates and location are Wednesday in the Raglan Town Hall venue. The location of the mentioned venue is 41 Bow Street, Raglan. 

• Classic Nia classes: Book here. Class start time is at 9:30 a.m. The dates and location are Friday in the Saint John’s Hall location. The location of the mentioned venue is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance classes: Book here. Class start time is 12:00 pm. The dates and location are Friday at the Saint John’s Hall location. The location of the mentioned venue is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton. 

Click here to be able to purchase Nia HYBRID-style classes and purchasable 24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin, your instructor.

Click here to be redirected tot the Dance NZ site for more information about HYBRID-style classes and 24-hour replays to purchase.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Prioritising your mental health and improving your wellness can help with productivity, reduces numerous health risks, and reduce stress and tensions. Dance can be an excellent way to boost wellness and mental health. But what dance is best for you?

How Nia Dance Can Impact Your Well-Being

Nia Dance is a special, non-impact dance style that is defined by 52 unique movements. Each movement is based on a martial art, healing method, or dancing form. Tai Chi, Duncan dance, and Yoga are some of the practises that inspire Nia Dance. Nia Dance also incorporates verbal teachings of these arts and mindfulness techniques in order to teach you skills and provide you with tools to help you create and maintain a mindful and healthy lifestyle.

Nia Dance is considered to be a very successful holistic method that is more than just exercise or a type of dance. All motions are designed to focus on the intricate network of the human body and give a wide range of mental, physical, and spiritual advantages. Nia Dance gives you a fun, effective, and soothing workout that guides you to live a better, more conscious life.

Nia Dance also guides you to listen to your body and adapt movements to what feels natural to you. As a result, Nia Dance exercises won’t leave you feeling hot, tired, or sore after a workout. All 52 motions are extremely customizable to each individual’s skills and needs, and you can even add your own unique flair and style to the movements to truly feel like you’re dancing how your mind, body and soul wants you to. This leads to a healthier soul, body and mind.

When it comes to mental healing and boosting your health or mood, the Nia Dance moves, music and teachings can help you keep a positive mindset and energy both inside and outside of class. 

Feel Well at Dance NZ

Dance NZ offers a variety of wellness and mental healing classes. All classes are also accessible online as live Zoom sessions and 24-hour class replays. Online Zoom sessions are held at the same date and time as in-person classes. Replays may be bought for a 24-hour period and can be watched as many times as you wish within this timeframe. 

When you’re at home, replays provide you with the greatest flexibility, whether your schedule prohibits you from committing to a certain class or you’re in a different area that’s too far away from in-person sessions. Online sessions are perfect if you can only participate from home but have more flexibility with your schedule. In-person classes are held at various locations within Hamilton and Raglan.

All Dance NZ classes, with the exception of Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance, are available to everyone. Each class is planned differently in order to specifically suit the different needs and abilities of individuals. Classic Nia, for example, is appropriate for experienced dancers or dance aficionados, whereas Gentle Nia is ideal for beginners.

Nia Dance Move to Heal is a class designed to help provide healing to those who are dealing with injuries or discomfort, or just need softer movements. Finally, Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is for Parkinson’s individuals and their guardians alone. This class combines gentle yet stimulating movements to help improve Parkinson’s symptoms.

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Take control of your wellness and mental well-being with Nia Dance at Dance NZ. Boost your well-being and see significant improvement in all areas of your life with Nia Dance today. 

If you have any concerns or questions, CONTACT Dance NZ. Please do not hesitate!

Kind regards, Belinda.

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

Nia Dance Classes Weekly at Dance NZ: Live and Online Sessions or In-Person Classes at our Various Nia Dance Locations

Become a member for free here to be able to book Dance NZ Nia Dance online and in-person classes.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal is located at the venue location of Saint Aidan’s Hall (corner of Thames Street and Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton). On Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m. and may be organised here. 

• The Waikato Sports Fishing Club venue (based in the location of Grantham Street in Hamilton) has Classic Nia Tuesday lessons (5:30 pm). Which can be organised here. 

• Gentle Nia Wednesday lessons (9:30 a.m.) may be organised here. Classes occur at the venue location of Raglan Town Hall (41 Bow Street, Raglan). 

• Classic Nia Friday sessions (9:30 a.m.) may be organised here. They occur at the venue location of Saint John’s Hall (located at 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton).

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance Friday classes (12:00 pm) occur at the venue location of Saint John’s Hall (located on 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton), and can be organised here. 

To find 24-hour class replays and Nia Dance HYBRID style classes online with Belinda Goodwin, click here.

Any and all information about Dance NZ classes and access to 24-hour replays, are available at Dance NZ here.

Discover more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Are you looking for a technique that leaves you feeling healthier within your mental health and emotional well-being? This blog will discuss fabulous wellness dance classes in Hamilton that will rejuvenate your mental state.

These classes take place in a quiet and supportive atmosphere, rather than high-intensity exercises in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, which further aims to support your wellness. But you may be wondering: what is Nia Dance? And how can it impact my wellness?

How Nia Dance Can Positively Impact Your Energy and Wellness

Nia Dance is a one-of-a-kind, non-impact movement art with 52 moves that define it. Each motion is based on a martial, healing, or dance technique. Nia Dance is also defined as holistic fitness, as it was designed to improve your physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental health and well-being by following the intricate design of the human body.

Some of the techniques that inspire Nia Dance include Tai Chi, Alexander Technique, and Yoga. It also integrates mindfulness methods that strive to teach you the skills and equip you with tools to assist you in developing and maintaining a thoughtful and well lifestyle.

Nia Dance is unlike any other type of exercise or dance. It helps maintain a good mentality and energy both inside and outside of class when it comes to mental healing and enhancing your health or mood. Nia Dance also encourages you to listen to your body and adjust your movements according to what feels right to you. As a result, Nia Dance workouts won’t leave you sweaty, sore, or exhausted.

By listening to your body, you can personalise the movements and add your own flair and personality to the dance. You can genuinely feel like you’re dancing how your body wants you to, which is not only easier and healthier for your body and mind, but also makes Nia Dance workouts a lot more enjoyable.

Classes Adapted To Your Needs and Abilities

Dance NZ provides a wide range of classes that focus on wellness and healing, as well as general mindfulness techniques. All classes are also available online in the form of live Zoom sessions and class replays that may be purchased for a 24-hour period.

Replays give you the most freedom when you’re at home, whether your schedule prevents you from committing to a certain class or you’re in a different location too far from in-person classes.

Except for Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance, all Dance NZ classes are open to absolutely everyone. Even though most classes are available to everyone, each one is designed uniquely. Classic Nia, for example, is suitable for dance enthusiasts or seasoned dancers, whereas Gentle Nia is suitable for beginners.

Nia Dance Move to Heal is a class meant to assist those who are suffering from certain injuries or pains. Finally, Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is exclusive to Parkinson’s patients and their carers. This class was created to aid with Parkinson’s symptoms and incorporates soft movements such as Nia Dance Move to Heal.

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Dance NZ is one of the few places in New Zealand that offers Nia Dance classes that are accessible to all individuals. There are also a wide variety of classes to pick from so anyone, no matter their abilities, can participate and reap the benefits of Nia Dance. Take advantage of Level 2 if you live in Hamilton or Raglan, and try Nia Dance in-person today! Or attend from home through Zoom! Book below!

Weekly Nia Dance Sessions to Choose From: Dance Online, Live or In-Person at our Nia Dance Locations

Want to book a Dance NZ class? Sign up as a free member here so you have access to book classes.

• Nia Dance Move to Heal Sessions: Available on Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. The venue location is at Saint Aidan’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also available here.

• Classic Nia Sessions: Available on Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. The venue location is at the Fishing and Sports Club, Waikato. This is located in Hamilton on Grantham Street. Zoom sessions are also open here.

• Gentle Nia Sessions: Available on Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. The venue location is at Raglan Town Hall. This is located in Raglan at 41 Bow Street. Zoom sessions are also open here.

• Classic Nia Sessions: Available on Fridays, 9:30 a.m. The venue location is at Saint John’s Hall. This is located in Hamilton at 20 Wellington Street. Zoom sessions are also open here.

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance Sessions: Available on Fridays, 12:00 pm. The venue location is in Hamilton, Saint John’s Hall. Zoom sessions are also open here.

Learn more about the Nia Technique at nianow.com.

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Wanting to find a dance and exercise class in a social setting? Maybe you’re stuck at home recuperating from a physical injury and are on the search for something to help your recovery? Nia Dance (also known as the Nia Technique) is a unique blend of martial arts, dance arts, and healing arts, designed to improve spiritual balance, mental clarity, and physical functions.

Dance NZ has numerous classes that allow you to not only practice this technique but bring forth a sense of empowerment, and the opportunity to make new friends.

What Benefits Does Nia Dance Have?

Nia Dance offers a wide range of mental and physical healing to those who practice it. If you’re more focused on your physical exterior, Nia Dance creates a love for the body, increases muscle gain, supports posture, and tones muscles.

If you’re looking for benefits to your physical interior, Nia Dance can strengthen your immune system, heighten concentration and senses, aid in circulation, and help organ function.

Mentally, Nia Dance brings more pleasure in day-to-day living, reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, and creates new, calmer energy. While all these benefits can come from participating in Nia Dance, you also learn in these classes that healing comes from more than just dancing and fitness.

Nia Dance supplies you with the skills and tools in self-care to focus on improving your health and wellbeing inside and outside of classes. It can teach you that through the words we say and the intentions we have, healing can be shared and received.

A Nia With Belinda Class Outside in the Fresh Air!

How Active Do I Need to Be?

The great thing about Nia Dance is that nearly anyone can participate and feel the benefits. Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent, recovering from surgery, leading an active lifestyle, or a not-so-active one, Nia Dance can accommodate!

Dance With Belinda has a variety of classes to choose which can allow you to feel comfortable in taking part. There’s no requirement on mobility, activeness, or experience, and nearly all ages can participate. If you have a good range of mobility, Classic Nia is perfect for all individuals. If you’re recovering from an illness or injury, Nia Dance Move to Heal is a class specialising in healing those particular ailments and is more accommodating to limited movement. Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is another class available designed for those with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers.

(Note: Both of these classes are approved Waikato Strength and Balance classes for seniors and those with limited mobility).

A Larger Nia With Belinda Class!

What If I Don’t Have Time?

That’s okay! If you want to participate in sessions but feel as though you might not have space in your schedule or have an unpredictable timetable, there are numerous opportunities for you to join in.

Every Nia With Belinda class has the option of booking a Zoom lesson rather than a physical one. Every Zoom session occurs live, meaning that while you’re watching at home, the physical class is happening at the same time. This allows you to maintain the same connection as if you were there in person.

You might find that you still have problems sticking to a particular time slot; don’t let that hold you back! 24-hour replays of Nia With Belinda classes are available to purchase so you can decide in your own time when to start.

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Nia Dance offers a multitude of health benefits and aids physical, spiritual, and mental growth. No matter your schedule, level of fitness, age, or experience, Nia With Belinda has a class that will work for you!

Making time for your exercise class is made even easier with a 24-hour replay of the class allowing you to view the class again as many times as you like within 24 hrs!

 

Nia Dance at Dance NZ offers a 24 hr replay of all weekly classes, to access these replays and find online HYBRID style Nia Dance classes with Belinda Click HERE

 

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

 

• Nia Dance Move to Heal Tuesday classes (11:15 am) are held at Saint Aidan’s Hall (located on the corner of Thames Street and Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton), and can be booked here. 

• Classic Nia Tuesday classes (5:30 pm) are held at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club (located on Grantham Street, Hamilton), and can be booked here 

• Gentle Nia Wednesday classes (9:30 am) are held at the Raglan Town Hall (located on 41 Bow Street, Raglan), and can be booked here 

• Classic Nia Friday classes (9:30 am) are held at Saint John’s Hall (located on 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton), and can be booked here  

• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance Friday classes (12:00 pm) are held at Saint John’s Hall (located on 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton), and can be booked here. 

For all information regarding these classes and to access 24 hr Replays contact us at Dance NZ

 

If you want to find out more about the Nia Technique, visit nianow.com.

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