There are many exercises and techniques that are extremely beneficial to individuals with Parkinson’s. Methods like tai-chi or yoga have been shown to significantly positively impact symptoms associated with Parkinson’s. Today’s blog will be discussing a fantastic exercise for Parkinsons in Hamilton or online that combines many of these beneficial techniques to create an extremely effective workout for those with Parkinson’s, as well as their caregivers.
The Positive Impact of Nia Dance on Parkinson’s
Nia Dance is a dance form and style of fitness that was designed following the inspiration and layout of nine different movement arts. These include healing, dance, and martial arts, with some techniques including yoga, tai-chi, aikido, and jazz, all of which have research that shows the many benefits they have towards Parkinson’s disease.
Because Nia Dance is the combination of this unique blend, as well as having followed the complex design of the human body and nervous system, it has a profound positive impact for those with Parkinson’s. This impact can range from physical and mental benefits, to social and spiritual advantages too. Nia Dance is a non-impact style of exercise and is highly adaptable too. This means that no matter your individual needs, abilities or level of mobility, you can participate in Nia Dance and still receive all of its wonderful benefits.
For individuals with Parkinson’s, this can be a very important factor; with Nia Dance, you can take part in the movements standing up using your whole body or even sitting down using your upper body. You don’t need to replicate movements perfectly. Instead, you can adjust them to what suits your body and create your interpretation of each move, reducing your risk of injury, tiring out or sweating.
The music played in Nia Dance sessions were also designed to positively boost your mind, body and soul, and help deliver great advantages to individual’s with Parkinson’s too. Factors like binaural frequencies and specific chords and instruments help stimulate cognitive and organ functions, as well as boost the functioning of your nervous system. This, as well as all the other Nia Dance benefits, significantly help Parkinson symptoms.
Stimulate Your Mind and Alleviate Parkinson Symptoms at Dance NZ
Dance NZ is a company based online and in Hamilton and Raglan, providing Nia Dance classes for everybody with a desire to learn and participate in Nia Dance. Whether you’re thinking of booking a class online or in person, Dance NZ provides the opportunity for you to make new friendships and boost your social levels.
Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance is a certified Parkison’s dance class that is only open to individual’s with Parkison’s and their carers. This restriction on who is allowed to participate makes socialisation easier and more beneficial, as you’re connecting with and understanding people who are experiencing similar situations, challenges, and day-to-day living.
This class is an approved Waikato Strength and Balance class, specialising in movement for seniors and those with limited mobility. Movements in Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance are simpler and more adaptable, yet stimulate the mind and offer the same benefits as any other Nia Dance class or routine.
Belinda Goodwin is the Dance NZ instructor and she’ll be guiding you through every class, including Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance instructor. She created the Nia Dance routine that is a part of this Freedom Dance specifically to help with brain coordination and balance, as well as joint and muscular strength.
Belinda has finished her brown belt training and has obtained this belt. She is also a certified first aid worker and has advanced certifications in Parkinson’s dance workshops and programmes, making her more than qualified to teach this wonderful dance style to individual’s with Parkinson’s.
Book Now
If this class and holistic dance and healing technique sounds like it’s perfect for you or someone you know, book a class today. Feel completely different in the best, most refreshing way with Nia 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.
Weekly Dance NZ Nia Dance Classes: In-Person and Online HYBRID-Style Courses
To book in-person sessions, as well as online HYBRID-style classes, you must be signed up as a Dance NZ member. This can be done for free on the Dance NZ website here.
• Nia Dance Move to Heal: Book sessions here. The class starts at 11:15 a.m. Weekday dates and venue is Tuesday in the Saint Aidan’s Hall location. The venue place is on the corner of Heaphy Terrace and Thames Street, Hamilton.
• Classic Nia: Book sessions here. The class starts at 5:30 p.m. Weekday dates and venue is Tuesday at the Waikato Sports Fishing Club. The venue place is Grantham Street in Hamilton.
• Gentle Nia: Book sessions here. The class starts at 9:30 a.m. Weekday dates and venue is Wednesday in the Raglan Town Hall venue. The venue place is 41 Bow Street, Raglan.
• Classic Nia: Book sessions here. The class starts at 9:30 a.m. Weekday dates and venue is Friday in the Saint John’s Hall location. The venue place is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton.
• Nia for Parkinson’s Freedom Dance: Book sessions here. The class starts at 12:00 pm. Weekday dates and venue is Friday at the Saint John’s Hall location. The venue place is 20 Wellington Street, Hamilton.
Nia HYBRID-style classes can be booked and 24-hour replays with Belinda Goodwin can be purchased by clicking here.
Further information about HYBRID-style classes and 24-hour purchasable replays can be accessed by clicking here.
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