NIA – Yoga, Dance and Relaxation Techniques for Beginners

Every NIA session is brought to life by unique music (from classical to hip-hop, house, indie, ... to electronic) and its rhythm! NIA is both a physical and mental fitness training and is danced barefoot. The dance step sequences, mainly from jazz and modern dance, combined with elements from martial arts (Tai Chi, Aikido, Taekwondo) and yoga, improve coordination and enhance posture. The abbreviation itself stands for "Neuromuscular Integrative Action", i.e. NIA promotes functional interaction 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 promotes physical and mental balance, which carries over into everyday life. There are three intensity levels that can be individually adapted.