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ART OF SENSATION

A Sensory Journey of Movement, Mindfulness, Connection + Joy


ART OF SENSATION explores Nia practices and philosophy in 13 body-centered principles that have been developed and tested by thousands of participants over 40 years. 

This transformative experience guides you home to your body where you will discover and connect with your authentic self.

Learning to listen to the voice of your body develops body literacy and empowers you to make choices that enhance health and total well-being in your body and life.


EXPERIENCE THE JOY

BODY • MIND • EMOTIONS • SPIRIT

EMBODY HEALTH + WELL-BEING

Creatively explore five core areas of study to enhance your body + life


  • The Body's Way Philosophy: study of the body's inherent wisdom
  • Sensation Science: study of body awareness, health + vitality
  • Sensory Anatomy: study of body design, part + systems
  • Movement Creativity: study of moving, health + potential
  • Music + Sound Resonance: study of sound, health + expression


STEP-IN TO ART OF SENSATION

$1599 USD + tax (paid in two installments)

ART OF SENSATION

Experience Highlights

 

13 Body-Centered Principles | Holistic Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit | The Body's Way Sensory Perception | Vitality - Sense of Being Alive - Joy of Movement | Imagination + Emotional Expression Pearls | Music Meditation | Sensory Study of Authenticity | Sensory Anatomy | Developmental Movement Patterning | Sensory Study of Primal Motivation | Core - Upper Extremities - Base Sensory IQ Kinesphere | Personalizing Movement | Flow State Psychology | Transformational Practice | Well-Being Mindset


STEP-IN TO ART OF SENSATION

$1599 USD + tax (paid in two installments)

LEARN + EXPERIENCE

Nia Techniques + Practices to Increase Joy, Pleasure, Awareness, Mindfulness and Connection in your Body + Life including:

  • Four Parts of Being Human

    Listen and connect deeply with your Body, Mind, Emotions and Spirit

  • Joy of Movement

    Tools and techniques to sustain and increase joy and pleasure in your body.

  • Living Meditation

    Develop presence, ease and relaxation in any moment.

  • 52 Moves of Nia

    How to use of the language of Nia for conditioning and self healing.

  • Well-Being Fitness

    Consciously cultivate Flexibility, Agility, Mobility, Strength, Stability and Stillness to enhance your movement skill and quality of life

  • The Body's Way Philosophy

    Using somatic anatomy and awareness for sustainable movement, conditioning and self-healing.

  • Art of Listening

    Connect with music, sound, silence in a deep and profound way.

  • FreeDance

    A practice to liberate your body, mind, emotions and spirit and discover new ways to move and connect with your body.

  • Fusion of 9 Distinct Movement Arts

    Create energetic, emotional and movement variety through the blending 3 Martial Arts, 3 Dance Arts and 3 Healing Arts.

  • Body Wisdom

    Listen to the voice of your body and use your internal judgement-free witness as a tool to feel better.

  • Well-Being Mindset

    Tools + techniques to support a lifestyle of holistic well-being, meaning and purpose.

  • Global Community

    Connect with a diverse global community of curious, committed and inspired individuals.

MEET YOUR TRAINER

Nia Faculty Trainer Esther Berg

Drawing on my extensive life experience and qualifications as a Physiotherapist, Nia Black Belt Teacher, Yoga Teacher, and Energetic Healer (CQM, ICCP), my mission is to empower women to harness their innate strengths for greater success and happiness. Located in Vienna, my studio serves as a nurturing environment where individuals converge to learn, evolve, and metamorphose into healthier, more fulfilled versions of themselves. For teams seeking an escape from their daily routines, this space offers a sanctuary. With over 20 years of experience teaching Nia, I have witnessed countless individuals discover joy and profound connection with their bodies through this transformative form of movement. Witnessing the remarkable metamorphosis that occurs when movement resonates with the spirit is truly awe-inspiring. Nia fosters a sense of community while engaging every muscle group, tailored to each participant's abilities. I take immense pleasure in cultivating strength without subjecting the body to rigorous drills, employing a mindful and engaging teaching approach. Having triumphed over a life-threatening illness a decade ago, I have firsthand experience in the potency of self-healing and the mobilization of inner strength through energetic healing, meditation, and tapping into the internal power reservoir. I integrate these valuable insights into my classes and coaching sessions to guide you toward a state where you can consciously access and unleash these inherent capabilities. As a mother of four and a revered mentor, I specialize in guiding individuals to reconnect with their bodies and lives, aiding them in finding a sense of profound belonging and alignment.

Nia Faculty Trainer Rossella Vanti

I am a Nia Black Belt 2nd degree practitioner hailing from the lands of Italy, from Rome precisely. My journey brought me to share the art of Nia in Italy, England, and now in the heart of the USA. Living in Suquamish on the picturesque Kitsap Peninsula, I am greeted by nature's grandeur daily. The mighty forests, every sight, every sound is a resounding testament to the pulsating energy of life in its purest form. In the dance of Nia, I rediscover same essence of vitality that courses through me, ever-ready to ignite my spirit. With a passionate heart, my mission is to present this precious gift upon all who seek it. Witnessing my students embrace the sheer joy of being alive, I am humbled by the opportunity to bring goodness into the world. My teaching style is a blend of simplicity and playfulness, supplying to diverse learning preferences while nurturing a deeper sense of awareness and freedom of expression. Through the fluid art of movement, I tap into my creative core, igniting a spark that inspires others to do the same. From my experiences as a swimmer, jazz dancer, and athletics enthusiast, I infuse my classes with the wisdom of Nia philosophy and the skills and knowledge obtained in my past explorations. Beyond the realm of movement, my soul finds solace in the healing energies of Reiki, the mystique of shamanic studies, and the sense of curiosity about ancient cultures and wisdom. Since Nia entered my life holistic nourishment for the mind, body, and spirit became an essential part of the core of my classes and life as well.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

This 16-Session Online Experience Includes:

1)  16 2-Hour LIVE Experiential Sessions via ZOOM where you will experience the 13 ART OF SENSATION principles through embodied exercises, personal reflection and group discussion
       (live participation is encouraged, however replay access is available)

2)  10 LIVE Online Nia Classes with your Trainer to help you embody and integrate ART OF SENSATION principles and practices

3)  Small Peer Group "PODS" to share learning, connect with your peers and build community

4)  Pre-Training Online Course Portal with materials and information to prepare you for your ART OF SENSATION experience

5)  ONLINE Course Portal* with access to the ART OF SENSATION Curriculum including

  • 15 individual ART OF SENSATION session booklets (PDF Downloads) sharing Nia philosophy, principles and practices correlated to each live session
  • Nia ART OF SENSATION Journal to document and record your course journey (PDF Download)
  • 2-Week FREE Trial of Nia On Demand (for new Nia On Demand subscribers)
  • Bonus Materials


*You will have access to your online course portal for a total of 18 weeks (for the duration of your training plus bonus time).  If you wish to extend your portal access, you are invited to join Nia Membership at the conclusion of your training.

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VITALITY • WELLNESS AUTHENTICTY • JOY

Experience the ART OF SENSATION

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NO EXPERIENCE OR PRE-REQUISITES REQUIRED

Anyone can take the Nia ART OF SENSATION White Belt. 

This course is adaptable to all levels of fitness, experience and abilities.


CONTINUE THE JOURNEY WITH NIA MEMBERSHIP

After you graduate, you are invited to join our global community of Nia members.

Nia membership is for every training graduate, with choices for the passionate body and life student, the prospective Nia teacher and the Nia teaching professional. 

Joining Nia membership connects you to a global movement of peers who, like you, are living the magic of Nia in body and life.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT NIA MEMBERSHIP


CANCELLATION + TRANSFER POLICY

Registration and instruction fees are non-refundable. Should you cancel your registration more than 30 days prior to the training start date, the registration fee will be credited to your Nia account. Should you cancel your registration less than 30 days prior to the training start date, you will incur a cancellation fee of $250, which will be deducted from your registration fee. The remaining balance will be credited to your Nia account.

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