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Nia in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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About Nia

What is Nia?

Nia is a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by connecting the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music in more than 45 countries. Trainings are designed for those seeking personal enrichment and professional development. Every experience can be adapted to individual needs and abilities. Step into your own joyful journey with Nia, and positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live.

How does Nia work?

Nia draws from Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, jazz dance, modern dance, Duncan dance, yoga, Alexander Technique and Teachings of Moshe Feldenkrais. Every class offers a unique combination of 52 moves that correspond with the main areas of the body: the base, the core and the upper extremities. Stiff beginners and highly fit athletes alike can adapt Nia to meet their needs by choosing from three intensity levels. Consecutive trainings collectively explore 52 principles for personal enrichment and professional development. Read testimonials from people of all ages, backgrounds and locations.

Why was Nia created?

Nia’s purpose is to grow a worldwide community of healthy people who are empowered to do great things. We believe every person can discover, explore, unleash and enhance their individual potential to live a fulfilling and meaningful life – by engaging their senses and listening to their bodies. With the right tools and education, we can increase our confidence and happiness. We can become connected to others to shape a consciousness that extends beyond our own. Together we will unearth possibilities never before imagined.

Our Classes

Barbara Ades

Nia 5 Stages Class

at Rhythmic Rainbow Studio in Etobicoke
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9:00am
Nia 5 Stages

Day: Saturday

Time: 9:00am

Location

175 Birmingham Street Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$16 per class, $70 for 5

Sept. 29, Oct. 13, 27, Nov. 10 24.  Please call or email to let me know you're coming!

Notes About This Class

Create more ease of movement and function in your body with these 5 simple movements!

Su Keen

Classic Nia Class

with Su Keen
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9:15am

Day: Thursday

Time: 9:15am

Location

141 Wilson Avenue Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

This is a members-only facility.  Please contact the club for details.

Notes About This Class

This is an invigorating class in one of Toronto's finest private clubs.

Barbara Ades

Classic Nia Class

at Rhythmic Rainbow Studio in Etobicoke
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9:30am
Classic Nia

Day: Wednesday

Time: 9:30am

Location

175 Birmingham Street Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$16.50 single drop-in; $145 for 10 classes

Notes About This Class

This class starts October 10, 2012.  What a way to start your day...!

Sarah Jean Butler

Classic Nia Class

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9:30am

Days: Tuesday, Friday

Time: 9:30am

Location

6 Noble Street Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

at Joy of Dance in Toronto
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9:45am

Day: Saturday

Time: 9:45am

Location

95 Danforth Ave Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$18/class (includes HST) no discounts
$75 for 5 classes ($15/class)
$140 for 10 classes ($14/class)
$265 for 20 classes ($13.25/class)
*Seniors, Equity, Actra, CADA and post secondary
student discounts offered on class packs of 5 or more*
**class cards expire 6 months after date of purchase and can be applied to all of Jennifer’s Nia classes at Joy of Dance**

Notes About This Class


Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

at Joy of Dance in Toronto
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9:45am

Day: Sunday

Time: 9:45am

Location

95 Danforth Ave Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$18/class (includes HST) no discounts
$75 for 5 classes ($15/class)
$140 for 10 classes ($14/class)
$265 for 20 classes ($13.25/class)
*Seniors, Equity, Actra, CADA and post secondary
student discounts offered on class packs of 5 or more*
**class cards expire 6 months after date of purchase and can be applied to all of Jennifer’s Nia classes at Joy of Dance**

Notes About This Class

Joy of Dance
95 Danforth Ave, 3rd Floor (just east of Broadview)
416-406-3262
http://www.joyofdance.ca/

Barbara Ades

Classic Nia Class

at Rhythmic Rainbow Studio in Etobicoke
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10:00am
Classic Nia

Day: Saturday

Time: 10:00am

Location

175 Birmingham Street Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$145 for 10 classes in 12weeks

$130 for 10 classes in 6 weeks

$16.50 single

Notes About This Class

Soulful fun for everyone!

Su Keen

Classic Nia Class

with Su Keen
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10:20am

Day: Wednesday

Time: 10:20am

Location

28 Fairlawn Avenue Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

Pre-registration is required per series of classes, as outlined below.  Please click on the blue link above to be directed to the Fairlawn Neighbourhood Centre's website for cost and registration policies.  Subject to space availability, pro-rated registration is accepted after a series of classes has started.  You will need to contact the Centre directly for this.

Notes About This Class

EveryBODY is welcome!  Come and experience the Joy of Nia in this vibrant neighbourhood centre located within the Fairlawn United Church, just west of Yonge, a few blocks north of Lawrence.  Free street parking in the neighbourhood.

Fall 2012 series runs September 12 through and including December 19.

Winter 2013 series runs January 2 through and including March 6.

Spring 2013 series runs March 20 through and including June 19.

Please be aware there are no classes on the following Wednesdays:

Boxing Day, December 26

March Break, March 13

April 24, community event on this date prevents access to the studio space

Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

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12:10pm

Day: Sunday

Time: 12:10pm

Location

7 Hart House Circle Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

7 Hart House Circle
(416) 978-2452
For U of T students and members

Inquire about purchasing a day pass to attend this class

Notes About This Class


Su Keen

Classic Nia Class

with Su Keen
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12:30pm

Day: Tuesday

Time: 12:30pm

Location

160 Esna Park Drive Markham, Ontario, Canada

Cost

This is a members-only facility.  Please contact the club for details.

Notes About This Class

An energetic class in the environs of a wonderful, newly renovated gym facility.

Su Keen

Classic Nia Class

with Su Keen
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1:30pm

Day: Monday

Time: 1:30pm

Location

28 Fairlawn Avenue Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

Pre-registration is required per series of classes, as outlined below.  Please click on the blue link above to be directed to the Fairlawn Neighbourhood Centre's website for cost and registration policies.  Subject to space availability, pro-rated registration is accepted after a series of classes has started.  You will need to contact the Centre directly for this.

Notes About This Class

EveryBODY is welcome!  Come and experience the Joy of Nia in this vibrant neighbourhood centre located within the Fairlawn United Church, just west of Yonge, a few blocks north of Lawrence.  Free street parking in the neighbourhood.

Fall 2012 series runs September 10 through and including December 17.

Winter 2013 series runs January 7 through and including March 4.

Spring 2013 series runs March 18 through and including June 24.

Please be aware there are no classes on the following Mondays:

Thanksgiving, October 8

December 24 & 31

Family Day, February 18

March Break, March 11

Easter Monday, April 1

Victoria Day, May 20

Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

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5:10pm

Day: Monday

Time: 5:10pm

Location

55 Harbord St Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

For U of T students and members

Inquire about purchasing a day pass to attend this class

Notes About This Class


Barbara Ades

Classic Nia Class

at Rhythmic Rainbow Studio in Etobicoke
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6:30pm

Days: Monday, Wednesday

Time: 6:30pm

Location

175 Birmingham Street Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$145 for 10 classes in 12 weeks

$130 for 10 classes in 6 weeks

$16.50 single

Notes About This Class

Invigorating, dynamic, soulful fun!

Move your body ~ Feed your soul!

Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

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6:30pm

Day: Wednesday

Time: 6:30pm

Location

750 Spadina Ave Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$125 for JCC members, $155 for non-members

Notes About This Class

WEDNESDAYS
750 Spadina Ave (at Bloor)
*this is a PRE-REGISTERED CLASS; sorry, no drop-ins
Oct 3 - Dec 5, 2012

Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

at Joy of Dance in Toronto
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7:00pm

Day: Tuesday

Time: 7:00pm

Location

95 Danforth Ave Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$18/class (includes HST) no discounts
$75 for 5 classes ($15/class)
$140 for 10 classes ($14/class)
$265 for 20 classes ($13.25/class)
*Seniors, Equity, Actra, CADA and post secondary
student discounts offered on class packs of 5 or more*
**class cards expire 6 months after date of purchase and can be applied to all of Jennifer’s Nia classes at Joy of Dance**

Notes About This Class

everyBODY is welcome!

Jennifer Hicks

Classic Nia Class

at Joy of Dance in Toronto
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7:00pm

Day: Thursday

Time: 7:00pm

Location

95 Danforth Ave Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

95 Danforth Ave, 3rd Floor (just east of Broadview)
416-406-3262
$18/class (includes HST) no discounts
$75 for 5 classes ($15/class)
$140 for 10 classes ($14/class)
$265 for 20 classes ($13.25/class)
*Seniors, Equity, Actra, CADA and post secondary
student discounts offered*
**class cards expire 6 months after date of purchase and can be applied to all Nia classes at Joy of Dance**

Notes About This Class

This Nia class will be an athletic Nia class, focusing on conditioning and technique. In addition, we will create a short performance to share with the Joy of Dance community at the end of term showcase (December, 2011).

In this class, you will experience:

1. An athletic Nia class – one that allows us to find our own individual dynamic and engaged practice, which will be unique to each one of us. Emphasis on attitude/approach, technique (to really allow us to move in ways our body is designed to move) and commitment to the process will be important components of this part of our practice*.

2. Performance choreography – we will create a 2 minute piece of choreography which we will perform at the Joy of Dance showcase in December, 2011. You will have input into the choreography and costumes so that we develop and play with this piece as a group! Fun!

Staying true to your bodies’ sense of comfort, pleasure and joy, you will enjoy the following benefits by participating in this class:

* Improved flexibility, agility, mobility, strength and stability
* Improved ability to extend higher and sink lower
* Enhanced creativity and personal expressiveness
* Move up and down from the floor with greater ease

While allowing our bodies to experience the joy of movement, together we will:

* experiment with a variety of unique choreography
* experiment with quicker choreography changes
* challenge ourselves to physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually do our best.

Barbara Ades

Nia 5 Stages Class

at Rhythmic Rainbow Studio in Etobicoke
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8:00pm
Nia 5 Stages

Day: Monday

Time: 8:00pm

Location

175 Birmingham Street Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$16 per class, or $56 for all 4.

Oct. 15, 29, Nov. 12, 26.  Please call or email in advance! 

Notes About This Class

Create more ease of movement and function in your body with these 5 simple movements!

Viktoria Elkina

Classic Nia Class

at Roxi's Dance Studio in Vaughan
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10:00am

Day: Saturday

Time: 10:00am

Location

8888 Kelle st, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Cost

15$

Notes About This Class


Martha Randall

Classic Nia Class

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7:00pm

Day: Monday

Time: 7:00pm

Location

1443 Bathurst St. Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

Single $17

5 Classes in 2 months: $80

10 Classes in 3 months: $150

20 Classes in 4 months: $180

Viktoria Elkina

Classic Nia Class

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7:30pm

Day: Thursday

Time: 7:30pm

Location

885 Don Mills Rd Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Cost

$15.

Notes About This Class


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