NiaHealthMoves of St. Joseph        

  What Should I Wear?  Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows you to move.  Nia is designed to be done in bare feet.

  What Should I Bring?  You only need to bring what will make you more comfortable...a bottle of water is suggested.

  What Can I Expect?  Expect to have fun and to leave more relaxed and rejuvenated!

  When Can I Start?  Right away, Nia is a non-progressive class, so you can step-in any time!

  Do I Need Experience To Take This Class?  No, Every-Body can come to Nia.

  How Can I Get The Most Out Of My Nia Experience?   Arrive 10 min. early.  Do not have a full stomach.  Drink water before you come, so you will be hydrated.  Move at your own pace and allow yourself the freedom to enjoy being a  beginner...above all else, prepare to have FUN!!!

  Is This Class Right For Me?  I have Not Exercised For A Very Long Time...I Am Overweight...I Am Getting Up There In Age...I Have Arthritis...I Have Bad Knees ...  The good news is that Nia is JUST RIGHT for all of these situations and many, many more.  Nia is holistic fitness, using your own Body's Way to move and exercise...therefore, it is a very healing movement practice that can be adapted to many different physical conditions. 

 If you have any other questions not answered here, please contact Tricia Titcomb @ 816-244-7925

The 16 Benefits of Nia

•  Increases the pleasure of living in your body 
•  Creates weight loss and proper weight       maintenance
•  Strengthens, tones and defines muscles
•  Calms the mind and relieves stress
•  Improves endurance
•  Improves and increases balance, flexibility and agility
•  Balances the autonomic nervous system
•  Improves posture and can increase height
•  Improves organ function, particularly heart and lungs
•  Enhances sensory awareness
•  Heightens sexual function
•  Builds reservoirs of chi
•  Alleviates emotional problems including: depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders and anger management issues.
• Improves circulation of blood
• Improves lymphatic drainage
• Strengthens the immune system
• Improves concentration and cognitive function
•                       

What Tricia's Student's Say About Nia!

 "I have done many different types of fitness classes over the years.  Due to arthritis in my hands I had to discontinue doing yoga.  A freind told me about Nia.  I went, and from the very first moment in class I loved Nia!  It is unlike anything I had ever done before and it fills me with such Joy.  I totally lose myself in the music and movement...and to think I am burning calories all the while!"                                                   Mary Mullinax

 "Nia has all the wonder of yoga and meditation, yet all the practical health aspects and desired physical benefits of a traditional exercise class.  In addition, it is simply FUN!  If you do only one thing for yourself during the week, it should be Nia! 

                               Carolyn Sanders  

                          Human Resources Mgr. 

    "I am extremely grateful Nia is a part of my life!  It takes me out of my comfort zone and allows me to experience freedom within myself. I enjoy a deeper level of well being, mind, body and soul!  All of these benefits that I get while in a Nia class, stay with me when I leave!  Nia is very hard to describe, it truly needs to be experienced."

                             Linda Midyett

               Educare Dir. Youth Alliance         

  "Nia is great for stretching and has improved my energy level!  I look forward to class and feel more relaxed when I am finished!"  J.C  Teacher

 "Growing up I had Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis.  Nia does not hurt my joints like other traditional aerobic classes.  I am in better shape, I am more relaxed, centered and focused.  I look forward to each and every class!             T.I.           1st Street Graphics

 "I love the focus for each Nia class and how easy it was for a beginner...yet still challenging enough to be a great workout!  The relaxation was great...I haven't felt that relaxed in my body for years!!!"   Brigitte