Nia Body + Life Education

ABOUT ME My relationship with Nia began in a rehabilitation centre where I was being treated for chronic eating disorders and exercise addiction. At a time when I was experiencing complete disconnection from my body, that first class felt like “coming home” and I was reminded of something I’d long forgotten – that movement can be pleasure. Since then, the Nia practice became my most important tool for self-healing and development. I began teaching Nia in Beijing, China, in 2008, and built a thriving community whilst at the same time transforming my own body, mind and spirit. Years later, after falling in love with Cambodia and its beautiful people, I decided to relocate to Siem Reap and pursue a full-time path with Nia. Dedicated to planting the seeds of this incredible practice throughout Asia, I have travelled to dance studios in Singapore, schools in Myanmar and refugee camps in Thailand and Bangladesh to share Nia with people from all walks of life, in all stages of life. "Nia continues to be my number one navigation tool for life in this body. It's the biggest gift I have ever received, and I hope to always be able to share it with others". ABOUT MY CLASSES I currently teach daily Nia classes at my wellness centre in Siem Reap , Cambodia - Alchemy Movement and Wellness. Co-founded with my husband, Alchemy was born from a deep desire to move in a space that is dedicated to Nia and holistic transformation through movement. I also lead regular retreats and workshops in Cambodia. The aspect of Nia that I love the most is how the practice encourages people to move with authenticity, honesty, and uniqueness. I aim to bring this human element into every single Nia experience I deliver.

Kellie is a 2nd Degree Nia Black Belt Teacher, Faculty Trainer, Melt Level II Instructor, Founder and Studio Owner of Just Move Fitness, and Stay at Bloom Retreats. She is an entrepreneur, choreographer, designer, mother, sister, grandmother and lover of movement. She resides in Pleasant Hill, Oregon where she dances daily with her vibrant Nia community. With hundreds of hours of Nia Trainings under her belt, Kellie has applied the tools that Nia teaches to navigate major life changes including the loss of her husband to cancer and stepping out into a new chapter with meaning and purpose. “To me Nia is not just a dance but a beautiful lifestyle practice to become more empowered, vibrant, connected and alive. It is absolutely transformative.” Kellie believes this growth is possible for everyBODY and every HEART. She sees the beauty in each dancer. Kellie encourages and guides people to come alive through movement, self-expression and self-discovery. Kellie’s true joy and life calling is sharing dance with the world, empowering others, and inspiring confidence and joy in everyone she meets.