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Nia Class Video - Awareness of Upper Arm Bone

By: Nia Technique
Published May 21, 2013

Immerse yourself in this month’s continuing education focus: Sensing Direction in the Upper Arm Bone. Join Nia Trainer, Kelle Rae Oien and the enthusiastic dancers at StudioNia Santa Fe for an invigorating class practiced to the Routine Vibe. Learn and grow as you take your Nia practice to a new level – whether personal or professional!

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National Dance Week Nia Flash Mob

By: Nia Technique
Published May 14, 2013

What better way to Celebrate Nia’s 30th Anniversary and National Dance Week than with a Dance in the Park?

On Saturday, April 27th, park goers at Portland’s, Director’s Park were treated to sunny skies and an enthusiastic Nia Flash Mob dance performance. 100 or so movin’ and groovin’ Nia dancers let it all fly to the foot tapping, soul stirring, dance happening music of the new Nia Fly Routine. Everyone had a fantastic time! On-lookers were smiling and bobbing to the beat as the dancers shimmied, shook and shared that Nia Energy!

Thanks everyone for your participation!

And a big thank you to our Nia HQ production team for pulling it all off without a hitch (well, almost! The ...

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Awareness of Upper Arm Bone - Sensing Direction

Awareness of Upper Arm Bone - Sensing Direction

Awareness of Upper Arm Bone - Sensing Direction

By: Nia Technique
Published May 3, 2013

This month’s focus, the upper arm bones, is particularly fascinating. The upper arm bones attached to the shoulder and elbow joints are structurally designed to serve you in practical and creative ways. There’s nothing more beautiful than a man or a woman expressing physical grace. Read on to learn how awareness of your upper arm bones can turn moving into the sensation of dynamic flying.

We’re excited to feature articles by Debbie Rosas and Megan MacArthur.

Be sure to register for the May 6th telecourse with Nia Trainer Kelle Rae Oien.

Debbie Rosas, Nia
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Debbie - Teaching

Debbie - Teaching

Experience the Magic of Nia Dance As you Celebrate National Dance Week

By: Nia Technique
Published April 26, 2013

Restore, revitalize and invigorate your senses through Music, Movement and Self-Expression. Nia is the dance of Body, Mind and Spirit. The perfect blend of Form and Freedom.

Join us for a special Nia Class experience led by Nia Co-Founder Debbie Rosas and Nia Training Faculty members Kevin VerEecke and Caroline Kohles.

Date/Time: Thursday, May 2, 2013. 8:30-9:30am.
Place: Jewish Community Center in Manhattan
334 Amsterdam Ave @ 76th Street
New York, NY 10023

To Register call 646.505.5708
JCCmanhattan.org

Free for JCC members
$20 for nonmembers

“There is nothing more powerful than dance to connect people to themselves, their body, music, community, spiri...




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Loss Within Our Community – Celebrating the Life of Haviva (Vivi) Kraft

By: Debbie Rosas
Published April 17, 2013

I remember taking a bath one night and bursting out in tears. I became aware of the many people I am privileged to know, and the number of deaths I will be a part of. I cried from the depth of my being. Yesterday was one of those days. I, we, the Nia community, a family and the world lost Haviva (Vivi) Kraft. Sudden death came too early, and as always, there are no words to soften the blow and the loss her family will feel: her sister Varda, her mother Naomi, her Aunt Carmella, her sons Oron and Lyor, her Uncle Yigal and niece Molly, and the many more family members who we do not personally know who were touched by her life. While I could not be there at 11:00 for her service, my heart could. My spirit could. At 11:00 I sat and reached l...

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Nia Class Video - Awareness of Shoulder Joint

By: Nia Technique
Published April 15, 2013

Travel to Santa Fe, New Mexico for an informative and invigorating Nia class with Kelle Rae Oien, Nia Training Faculty member. Join the dancers of Studio Nia Santa Fe as they are guided by Kelle through a heart pumping exploration in sensation.

Dance to the new Nia routine FLY with special focus on the Shoulder Joint. Kick off the class with a special gift just for you! Kelle’s enthusiasm is contagious and she inspires us with her encouraging view that “there is always more potential and more freedom available to us.”

Don’t miss the related articles about the Shoulder Joint, download the Read more

Debbie Rosas Inspiring Women Summit 2013

Debbie Rosas Inspiring Women Summit 2013

Change Your Life, Change the World; Join Debbie for the 4th Annual Inspiring Women Summit

By: Nia Technique
Published April 12, 2013

Get inspired to Wake Up, Step Up, reclaim your Feminine Essence and offer it back into the world in a much bigger way.


Do you feel change and growth coming? Are you looking for the inspiration to take that next bold step into yourself - into your feminine power? Do you long to find the courage and the strength to say YES to your essence and passion? Need a little guidance on how to take action when you’re already overwhelmed by the responsibilities of home, family and work?

Join Debbie for the 4th annual Inspiring Women Summit

A unique and timely forum for women to support and inspire each other to live our most radiant, vibrant, e...

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Awareness of Shoulder Joint - Sensing Freedom

Awareness of Shoulder Joint - Sensing Freedom

Awareness of Shoulder Joint - Sensing Freedom

By: Nia Technique
Published April 1, 2013

For this month's focus on the shoulder joint, we're excited to feature Jayne Mielo and Holly Curtis from the Nia Training Faculty.

Be sure to register for the April 1st telecourse with Nia Co-Creator Debbie Rosas and Nia Trainer Kelle Rae Oien.

Debbie Rosas, Nia Co-Creator, says:

My dad was an avid and excellent golfer. He used to get me in the backyard to “chip” balls into a hat, and to practice putting. From time to time he’d even take me to the driving range. Over the years he taught me a lot...

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Nia Class Video - Awareness of Shoulder Girdle

By: Nia Technique
Published March 22, 2013

Watch this video to take a class with Nia Co-Creator Debbie Rosas Nia livelihood members and students at StudioNia in Portland, Oregon. Focused on cultivating an awareness of your shoulder girdle, this class is practiced to FLY.

Learn and grow as you take your Nia practice to a new level–whether personal or professional! Read the related articles about the shoulder girdle, download the student handout, and listen to the corresponding t...

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Vickie Saito

Vickie Saito

Update on Nia's Support for Architecture For Humanity

By: Vickie Saito
Published March 13, 2013

Vickie Saito is a Nia Black Belt Teacher and White Belt Trainer. With over 22 years experience in the movement arts, Vickie brings somatic skill and playful self-discovery to each Nia experience. She lives in Portland, OR and travels teaching and leading Nia trainings internationally.

Dear Beloved Nia Community,

Two years ago the West Linn, Oregon Nia community brought our time, energy, and talent to together to manifest a successful Nia Jam benfefit for communities affected by the 2011 tsunami and earthquake that struck Japan. As we all remember, the devastation caused by this natural disaster was catastrophic and widespread. To help offer support, we organized ou...

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