NIA – Yoga, Dance and Relaxation Techniques for Advanced Learners

Every NIA session thrives on its unique music (ranging from classical to hip-hop, house, indie, to electronic) and its rhythm! NIA is both physical and mental fitness training, danced barefoot. The dance sequences, primarily from jazz and modern dance, combined with elements from martial arts (Tai Chi, Aikido, Taekwondo) and yoga, enhance coordination skills and improve posture. The abbreviation itself stands for "Neuromuscular Integrative Action," meaning NIA promotes a functional interplay between muscles and the nervous system. The 52 movements in NIA support mobility in the 13 main joints (ankles, knees, hips, spine, shoulders, elbows, wrists). The alternation between Yin and Yang elements fosters physical and mental balance, which carries over into everyday life. There are three intensity levels that can be individually adjusted.