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General Nia FAQ's What is Nia? Nia is a workout, lifestyle and personal growth program. More than a physical fitness or weight loss program, Nia is a way to condition, heal and transform your body, mind, emotions and spirit. Nia is a system that blends Eastern and Western movements, concepts and philosophy derived from three main movement forms: Martial Arts (mindful precision), Dance Arts (personal expression) and Healing Arts (self-healing). The philosophy of Nia is based on the pleasure principle: If it feels good, keep doing it; if it hurts, stop and adapt what you do to feel better. Who created Nia? Nia was created in the early 1980's by Debbie Rosas and Carlos Rosas, then fitness professionals in Marin County, California, searching for a smarter and less painful way to workout and stay fit. What type of movement does Nia involve? Nia movement integrates dynamic, expressive systemic movement. It is based on thirteen foundation principles, 52 basic moves, and the energy of three arts: Martial Arts, Dance Arts and Healing Arts. A variety of speeds and styles, ranges of motion and energy dynamics are included. What is the science behind Nia? Nia is based on The Body's Way, which means, using the body's design to improve function. The biochemistry, joint and muscle action are triggered using imagination, music, emotion and vocal sound. Movements work with and against gravity and include: abduction, adduction; flexion, extension; eversion, inversion; dorsal flexion, plantar flexion, pronation and supination; horizontal flexion, extension; rotation inward, outward, upward and downward, elevation, depression, and circumduction. Nia addresses the body's five main sensations: flexibility, strength, mobility, agility and stability and focuses on conditioning the body and the nervous system. How does Nia differ from other "mind-body" programs? Everything in Nia is perceived, experienced and processed through the body. Nia uses the body to develop Sensory IQ wisdom. The mind is used to imagine, witness, focus and direct attention. The emotions are used to personally engage the individual with activity, thereby creating the coupling effect needed to trigger the mind-body connection. Spirit is used to honor the uniqueness of each individual. Nia uses emotion and sound to condition the body and nervous system. Nia's teaching style emphasizes internally directed guidance, uses visual and sensory language, user-friendly choreography, that can be adapted to fit personal needs, and includes three stages of learning for all levels of ability. Where can I find Nia? Nia is taught in nearly every state of the United States, as well as in 37 other countries around the world. Nia is offered in a variety of settings - from gyms and fitness centers to the finest spas and resorts. You'll find Nia in: Fitness and Health Clubs, Yoga Centers, YWCA's, Pilates Studios, Non-Exercise Facilities, Healing and Wellness Centers, Senior Centers, Retreat Programs, Summer Camps, Personal Growth and Transformation Seminars and Conferences, HMO Programs, Corporate Wellness Programs, Sport Vacations, Teen and Inner City Youth Groups, University PE, Theater, and Pre-med Departments, Dance & Martial Arts Schools, Spas, Hospitals, Prisons, and Drug/Alcohol & Cardiac Rehabilitation Centers, to name a few! Who takes Nia? People of all ages, from all walks of life and with varied interests participate in Nia. People who love to move and are passionate about change, people who desire a conscious, artistic, fun, expressive and pleasurable way to get fit, to heal and to personally grow. What are the benefits of taking Nia? Increase the pleasure of living in your body Facilitate weight loss and proper weight maintenance Strengthen muscles, improve muscle tone, and increase muscle definition Calm the mind and relieve stress Improve endurance Increase grace and flexibility Balance the autonomic nervous system Improve posture and even increase height Improve organ function, particularly that of the heart and lungs Enhance sensory awareness Heighten sexual function Build reservoirs of chi energy Alleviate emotional problems, including depression, anxiety, and stress Improve circulation of blood and improve lymphatic drainage Strengthen immunity Improve concentration and cognitive function
Does Nia require special equipment? No, Nia requires no equipment at all. In fact, Nia was designed to be performed in bare feet. If you choose to dance with shoes, we suggest a thin, soft soled shoe. Has Nia received industry recognition? Over the past 25 years, Nia has been presented at Health, Fitness, and Wellness Industry conventions such as: IDEA, IRHSA, Science and Consciousness, National Wellness, Health Magazine-Women's Wellness Weekend, and Sound Healers Conferences. Nia is recognized as an ACE and AFAA, Continuing Education Provider. Nia has been recognized as a pioneering leader in the Fitness, Health and Wellness Industries. |
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