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Nia
Nia is a fitness and movement program drawing elements from martial arts, yoga, and dance. Developed in the early 1980s by Debbie and Carlos Rosas, Nia now claims teachers and practitioners around the world.
The name "Nia", though not capitalized like an acronym, is actually derived from "Neuromuscular Integrative Action". It also means "with purpose" in Swahili.
The name "Nia", though not capitalized like an acronym, is actually derived from "Neuromuscular Integrative Action". It also means "with purpose" in Swahili.
Sites in Nia
Nia: Neuromuscular Integrative Action
Original creators of Nia, combining elements of tai-chi, yoga and dance. Regional directory, news, products, links.
Nia in Business Week
Reprint of an article about Nia that appeared in Business Week.
Exercising the Mind, Body and Spirit
Descriptive article about Nia from Austin Holistic Community. |
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