What does Nia mean?
Originally, Nia stood for Non-Impact Aerobics. The letters ‘NIA’ have come to stand for Neuromuscular Integrative Action, in other words, the interaction between our bodies and our minds.

How does Nia work?
Nia honors the organic movements of the body to strengthen, stretch, open, align, balance, invigorate and heal. Accessible and innovative choreography engages the mind, stimulating music evokes the emotions, and instructor-guided focuses and visualizations access the soul. Engaging both the outer and inner self invites freer and fuller movement and results in a well-rounded and satisfying movement experience.

Who can do Nia?
The foundation of Nia is the pleasure principle-all gain, no pain. Nia choreography is designed to be adaptable by students according to their own intuition and self-referral. From athletes to dancers to those who are just starting out, students of all levels and backgrounds will be challenged and energized.

Who teaches Nia?
Nia teachers undergo an intensive certification process led by professional Nia trainers. Training sessions include instruction in anatomy, music theory and a wide range of movement techniques. Nia instructors are required to renew their certification annually and must be CPR certified.

Where is Nia taught?
Since it's beginning in California in 1983, Nia has spread throughout the U.S., Mexico, Canada, New Zealand and Europe -- there are now hundreds of Nia instructors throughout the U.S. and classes are now taught in 14 countries. The Nia technique is taught in traditional health clubs, university degree programs, and dance and martial arts studios. It can also be found in such prestigious spas as Rancho La Puerta, the Golden Door, Coolfront and New Age. Specialized Nia classes are also offered in hospitals, prisons, drug/alcohol and cardiac rehabilitation centers.

Where in Colorado is Nia taught?