Nia's Blog

A Fantastic Video of Debbie's Trip to Paris, France

By: Nia
Published September 1, 2010

On July 17, 2010, the French and international Nia community welcomed Debbie in Paris. Here, Debbie taught a Nia class to more than 40 Nia teachers and students from France, Belgium, Sweden, Finland, England, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United States. 

Debbie says, “Nia was created out of a desire.... Read more

Pakistan Flood Relief

Pakistan Flood Relief

How You Can Help Nia Provide Flood Relief For Pakistan

By: Nia
Published September 1, 2010

With your generosity and the dedication of Mercy Corps, we can help the 20 million people affected by the floods in Pakistan. Donate using Nia's fundraising page on the Mercy Corps website.

Or attend Nia's "Dance Jam for Pakistan" on Friday, September 10th at 5:45PM in Portland, Oregon at Studio.... Read more

Debbie Hero

Debbie Hero

Walking Upright with All Four Paws ~ White Belt Principle 9

By: Debbie Rosas
Published August 31, 2010

This month we are focusing on White Belt Principle 9, The Upper Extremities of the Body. For those of you just joining us: This is one of the 13 principles of the White Belt, Nia's first level of training, which lays the foundation of the Nia practice, philosophy and lifestyle..... Read more

carmen finn

carmen finn

A Story About Nia Helping Brain Injury Survivors at Jodi House in Santa Barbara, California

By: Carmen Finn
Published August 31, 2010

The letter below is from Carmen Finn, who had been given a 3 percent chance to survive by her doctors at UCLA. She is currently taking Nia classes at Jodi House, and says, “We at Jodi House are grateful for Nia… Our classes are terrific and challenging.”

About Read more

Teacher - Holly Sack

Teacher - Holly Sack

Determined to Dance!

By: Holly Sack, Nia Brown Belt Teacher
Published August 31, 2010

"The power of Nia is awesome!!"... Read more
R1 Cover

R1 Cover

Behind the Scenes of a New Routine Called R1

By: Debbie Rosas
Published August 24, 2010

The journey of creating a routine is just that – a journey. While my process over the years has remained fairly consistent, it has also evolved as a result of small tweaks that go along with learning and improving.

Getting ready to film a routine video takes about six months and.... Read more

Share your story heart

Share your story heart

Share Your Nia Story by Submitting a Testimonial

By: Nia
Published August 20, 2010

Just yesterday we added a new feature to the homepage of our website, which allows you to conveniently share your Nia story. Submitting a testimonial is probably one of the best ways to express the benefits of the practice to someone who's never tried Nia before (apart from inviting them.... Read more

We Love Black Belts

By: Nia
Published August 19, 2010

We captured some beautiful photographs of aspiring Black Belts training at StudioNia in Portland, Oregon this week. It's hard not to be inspired by such an incredible group. The Black Belt represents the highest level of mastery in a multi-level series taken for both personal enrichment and professional development..... Read more

A Movement Break at the Next Generation Trainer Program Kickoff Event

By: Nia
Published August 13, 2010

A lot is happening at StudioNia – the studio at Nia International Headquarters in Portland, Oregon. As part of the three-day kickoff event for a new ten-month program led by Debbie Rosas, this short movement break featuring aspiring Next Generation Trainers is a necessary pause in the midst.... Read more

NGT Story Image

NGT Story Image

Why the future of your physical and emotional health is bright: How the demand for a more meaningful and complete approach to wellness is being met by a rapidly expanding movement and lifestyle practice

By: Nia
Published August 9, 2010

Getting empowered by Nia will be easier than ever, thanks to a growing training faculty dedicated to helping you create the body and life of your dreams.... Read more

More stories >