What is a Nia class like?

Nia is a cardio and whole-body conditioning program for body, mind, emotion, and spirit.  Flavored by dance arts, martial arts, and healing movement arts, Nia offers a full range of soft and strong movements to improve overall conditioning in all of us.  Non-impact and done with barefeet, Nia awakens our senses and opens us to the pleasure and joy of moving, and of course, the health benefits.  A typical Nia class is one hour.  Each class starts with a focus (what you'll put your attention on) and gentle warm-up movements. From there, we transition into a more cardiovascular section, and then close with cool-down stretches that feel like playing on the floor (no more yucky floor "work"!)  Each teacher provides levels which honor light, moderate, or more intense workouts for each individual.  With regular practice, you'll get stronger, more flexible and agile and yes...happier! Beginners start at any time.  All-fitness levels invited and celebrated. 

When are NiaDivas' Classes?

Our classes run in sessions for several weeks, usually 6 or 7. Membership packages are purchased by session. You can start anytime!  Click here for membership packages.  

Missed the beginning of the session? No problem, we will prorate your membership package up to half-way through the series. Beyond that we'll create a package for you from our drop-in rate of $14 per class + bonuses!

Saturday Mornings- Classic Nia with Jill: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m

Sunday Mornings- Classic Nia with Lesley: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m

A Free "Welcome to Nia" class is held on the Second Saturday of each month. Click here for more details.   NiaDivas host a FREE "Welcome to Nia" class 9-9:50am at Youngstown Cultural Arts in West Seattle. This class is designed to give newcomers some explanation of what Nia is, why it is good for them combined with a sample Nia class. Together we'll discuss the basics of Nia, followed by a 25-minute mini-Nia class. Class is taught by Jill and Lesley. This class is free, but on-line registration is required as space is limited (go to calendar, click on date)

Jill and Lesley also teach at other location, most open to all, which you can find on the calendar by clicking here.

Where are NiaDivas Classes?

Nia Divas classes are held at Youngstown Arts Center, 4408 Delridge Way, SW, Seattle, WA 98106.  We are in the Movement Studio at the south end of the main floor of the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center located at 4408 Delridge Way SW, close to Highway 99 and the West Seattle Freeway (click for directions). However, always check the calendar to verify the actual venue location for a particular class or event.

What do I Wear/ Bring?

• Wear clothes comfortable for moving -- clothes that you feel good in and that make you feel good!  Examples: yoga wear, loose-fitting pants and tops, colorful playful layers. 
• Nia is done barefoot, so no shoes are needed.  If you prefer wearing shoes, bring indoor-dedicated shoes that allow forward and lateral movement.
• Bring water to drink.
• Print and fill out the Medical Release form (click below) so you can have it ready for class.

WINTER WEATHER ALERTS
Are we having Nia classes? Here's our criteria:
 For Saturday and Sunday 10am classes:
1) If there is snow on major WS roads, NO Nia. 
2) Check www.westseattleblog.com, if there are bus delays and reports of bad roads, NO Nia.
3) Last resort if unsure: Call Jill at 206-999-1743.

MEDICAL INFORMATION/RELEASE FORM

New students are required to submit a medical information/release form for our records. Those are available onsite or you can save time and download a copy from the link below and fill it out to bring with you when you attend.