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by Tracey Fenner
This is a question that I am asked a lot.
Nia (pronounced KneeAh) is many things to many people. For me Nia is a fabulous movement and lifestyle practice that helps to enhance my health, my well-being and my fitness. Given the choice I would rather spend my time exercising in a fun, joyful way than suffering pain and pushing my body to it’s absolute limit.
I discovered Nia 6 years ago. I wasn’t really sure what it was all about to start with, I read an article in a health magazine and was intrigued. I have danced mainly classical ballet since the age of 3 years old and loved it! In my mid 30’s I found that the many years of pushing my body to it’s limit were starting to take its toll! I was looking for a change, something different, something more gentle on my body & something more holistic in nature. I still wanted to dance but I wanted to dance in a way that would take greater care of my body.
Hello Nia! I’ve found a movement practice that stimulates my physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. It’s everything I was looking for in one amazing hit! I get to sweat my stresses away, dancing to amazing soul stirring music, I have lots of fun and I have never felt fitter in my life, and that is saying something after a lifetime of dancing for a living!
What I love about Nia is the variety. There are 9 forms of movement combined in one powerful class. Nia is comprised of the best elements taken from Tai Chi, Aikido, Taekwondo, Jazz, Modern dance, Duncan dance, Yoga, Alexander Technique, and Teachings of Moshe Feldenkrais. I love that you don’t need to have any experience in any of these forms to love Nia. I love the structure & precise of the choreography which is built on 52 Moves. I love that there is also ‘freedom’ with the free dance sections. I love that I get to move my body gently to a place of full potential and inspire other people to so the same. I love how Nia has taught me to be inspired, to learn more about the anatomy of my body, and what it feels like to live in a healthy body. Being aware of my body-mind connection during class has also improved my ability to live with more awareness in my life. I love the way Nia empowers people to move in their way, according to the design of their body.
Often in an exercise class we are just ‘following the teacher’ we’re not 100% aware of our bodies. In practicing Nia you become your own conscious personal trainer, getting what you want out of the class moment to moment! Every day is different, depending on what life has in store for us! Every day is an opportunity to be a better human being….
Nia has opened my mind to a NEW healthy way of moving. Now I only dance Nia. It’s the very best thing I ever did for my body-mind-spirit. If you are a person who get’s ‘bored’ with exercise then I highly recommend Nia. If you are looking for something unique, experience Nia. If you are looking for more pleasure, fun & happiness in your life, give Nia a go. If you are looking to improve the health and well-being of your body, dance Nia. If you are looking for fitness that lasts and enhances your life in profound ways, discover the many benefits that Nia can offer you. At the end of the day what have you got to lose?! Nia may just be the very best thing you ever did for your body and mind….Fitness doesn’t have to be no pain, no gain. Nia proves that. Nia for me is the answer to the very best 21st century fitness/movement class experience. Take the leap today….
Nia was created over 30 years ago and is now growing fast, reaching about 48 countries, you can find a teacher near you by checking out the ‘find a teacher’ on Nia Now
About Tracey Fenner
Dancing has been part of Tracey’s life since the age of 3 years. Tracey left home at 16 years to attend the Northern Ballet School in Manchester, England. After extensive classical training Tracey graduated & danced professionally for a number of years. Tracey now has almost 2 decades of teaching experience, traveling extensively worldwide. In 2007 Tracey discovered Nia, a path that would change her life forever. Tracey is trained by the Co-Creators of Nia, Debbie Rosas & Carlos Rosas as well as International Master Trainers Helen Terry & Ann Christiansen. Now based in Hong Kong, Tracey has been instrumental in introducing the Nia Technique to the city, and is currently the only Certified Nia Black Belt in Hong Kong. Tracey is the Founder and Artistic Director of Nia Hong Kong and facilitates transformational Nia class experiences, workshops, & retreats around the planet at renowned yoga conferences, academies for performing arts, multi award winning health resorts & destination spas, creating a sacred space for her knowledge & wisdom to inspire others.
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Twitter: Tracey @ Niahongkong