Training will begin on April 3 at 7:45 AM & end on April 7 at 2:30 PM 

COME HOME TO YOUR BODY

Move Better • Feel Better • Live Better

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). Discounts are available for SA residents, please contact Susan on +27 83 306 3852

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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). Discounts are available for SA residents, please contact Susan on +27 83 306 3852

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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

Susan Sloan

Being a Nia teacher is like being a curator of the greatest art exhibition ever! If Nia is art, then movement is the brush strokes and I am the paint. I am in awe of the artists I work alongside with teaching Nia, and believe that the joy it brings is a mural full of colour and life! Nia allows me to incorporate all my life’s history and celebrate the tapestry of who I am and share with others wholeheartedly. I thrive on discovering creativity and healing, as others emerge with theirs, through Dance and Movement. Nia gives us the opportunity to create and curate a life of stillness, purpose and reach our potential. When more people move their bodies, their purpose will be clear, which will help them build a more meaningful future as architects of their life. Being a Teacher Trainer since 2012, I have learnt that every class, training or workshop is as magical as the first- a blank canvas of endless potential and joy. My healing journey started in 2000 as a Reiki Master(Usui)/Trainer certification (2000), Level 7 Kahuna Massage Therapist (10 years), Hatha Yoga Instructor since 2000 (ISHTA Yoga Teachers-YTF, IYF) having taught yoga and Nia Technique since 2003. In 2003 I founded the Nia and Yoga studio in Dunkeld West, JHB, named Studio Kairos. The studio is a co-creation of community; love for our practice and understanding that together we are strong and designers of a better future for all. In October 2026, the studio became Soul Motion under the care of the dynamic & inspiring Julia Kerr Henkel (Black Belt Nia Instructor & also long-time student of Nia). I taught at the Old Eds Virgin Active Gym - JHB for 13 years, as well as in corporate and government organizations. I have explored workshops with Gabor Mate on The Wisdom of Trauma and Healing. Since 2012, I have been invited to share Nia Retreats at the Buddhist Retreat Centre in Ixopo. KZN (voted by CNN as one of the top 10 places in the world to meditate). I currently reside in Hermanus (since Dec 2026) @susansloan_nia for more on YouTube

WHAT'S INCLUDED

This 5-Session In-Person Experience Includes:

1) 32 Hours of In-Person, Experiential Group Learning of the 13 ART OF SENSATION principles through embodied exercises, personal reflection and discussion

2) 10 1-Hour Nia Classes with your Trainer to help you embody and integrate ART OF SENSATION principles and practices

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

4) ART OF SENSATION 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  ART OF SENSATION 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.

CLICK HERE to learn more about becoming a Nia Teacher.

VITALITY • WELLNESS AUTHENTICTY • JOY

Experience the ART OF SENSATION

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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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