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 You’ve got one body. Get in it. Move. Discover the power of its design - whether for fitness, for self-healing or for the pure pleasure of feeling well for a lifetime. You were meant to feel good. I believe movement is medicine. I invite you to move your body, mind and soul by stepping into one of my trainings, workshops or class experiences. Transform how you move, think, feel and live.

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What Is NiaWhat Is Nia

What Is Nia

Nia is feel good fitness for the body, mind and soul. It is a cardio-dance, fitness practice that blends energizing, soul-stirring music with choreography that is easy to follow and designed to move the whole body. Moves are infused with the power and precision of the martial arts; expression and fun of the dance arts; and the mindfulness of the healing arts. Nia is the original non-impact form of fusion fitness that is easily adapted for each person. More than just a workout, Nia is a holistic approach to health designed to address the body, mind, emotion and spirit. Nia reconnects people to the joy of movement. As an ongoing practice, Nia promotes mindful awareness of the body, holistic fitness, and a well-being lifestyle.

 

 

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Move of the Week

Pelvic Circles 1

Pelvic Circles - one of my favorite moves - is a core move that may be practice in any stance with your feet parallel. Begin by circling your hips fluidly as if you are hoola hooping, paying attention to the rotation of your hip joints, and the ball of the hips rotating. Play with small circles, large circles, and evenly directing energy with the motion of your tailbone or pubic bone.  Feel the muscles of your core, your abdomen and lower back as you isolate and integrate your pelvis.

As you gain movement skill and balance, have a little fun by playing with different speeds, range of motions and energy variety. Continue below for Tip and Video! 

 

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Nia Studio | Nia Headquarters, Portland OR

Address: 918 Southwest Yamhill Street, Portland, OR 97205, USA

 

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Description:

NiaStudio is located on the 4th floor of the Pythian Building in the heart of downtown Portland. It is one of the most beautiful dance spaces in the world, with its original 19th century hardwood floors in two premier movement studios.

Transportation:

NiaStudio is located on the 4th floor of the Pythian Building in the heart of downtown Portland. Below are some resources to help you get here and plan your stay.

Portland International Airport (PDX)
Visit the official Port of Portland site for airport and passenger services.

Blue Star Airport Shuttle
Phone: (503) 249-1837
Visit this site to arrange ground transportation.

TriMet – MAX Light Rail
Portland’s award winning public transportation. You can ride the Redline Train directly from Portland International Airport to the “Galleria/SW 10th Avenue” stop one block north of StudioNia.

Travel Portland
Visit the official tourism and meeting website for Portland, Oregon.

Portland Citysearch
A great resource for finding all of the area hotspots.

 

Accommodations:

The following is a list of places to stay in downtown Portland near StudioNia. You can find additional hotel information from POVA (Portland Visitors Association).

Paramount Hotel
www.portlandparamount.com
808 SW Taylor
Portland, OR 97205 2 blocks from StudioNia
503-223-9900 / 855-215-0160.

Receive a 25% discount off the Best Available Rate. Reserve your room online at www.portlandparamount.com enter “NIATE” under PROMO Code to receive your discount. Mention that you are with a Nia Intensive Training for phone reservations.

The Nines Hotel 
www.thenines.com
525 SW Morrison
Portland, OR 97204 5 blocks from StudioNia
877-229-9995 -OR- 503-222-9996

10% – 25% off the Best Available Rate* (use the Corporate Account Number374543 to receive your discount)
*Based on hotel room availability. Please call Darcy Brady at 503-802-4821 if you have further questions.

Hotel deLuxe
www.hoteldeluxeportland.com
729 SW 15th Ave.
Portland, OR 97205
503.219.8627
Special Nia Rate of 20% of best available found here:
or by calling 503-219-2094 and asking for the Client Appreciation rate

Sentinel
http://www.sentinelhotel.com
614 SW 11th Ave.
Portland, OR 97205
503.224.3400
Special Nia Rate of 20% of best available found here
or by calling 503-224-3400 and asking for the Client Appreciation rate

Hotel Modera
www.hotelmodera.com
515 SW Clay
Portland, OR 97201
503-484-1084

Mark Spencer Hotel
409 SW 11th Ave
Portland, OR 97205 10 minute walk to StudioNia
503-224-3293 | 800-548-3934

Ask about their apartments available for weekly rental!
Mention Nia and receive a Discount

Northwest Portland International Hostel and Guesthouse
www.nwportlandhostel.com
425 NW 18th ave
Portland, OR 97209

20 minute walk to StudioNia, or easy Street Car Ride
503-241-2783 | 888-777-0067

Portland Guest House
www.pdxguesthouse.com
2185 NW Flanders St.
Portland, OR 97209

20 minute walk to StudioNia, or easy Street Car Ride
European-style accommodations for the budget minded, independent traveler.

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  • Testamonial 1
    “ Laurie’s set the tone of the group and training with a calm and grounded presence – which allowed for greater receptivity as a student. She provided wonderful structure, and her delivery allowed a permission and opportunity for me to delve deeper and explore further. A different style and approach in delivering the course, which made it marvelous moment by moment. Thank you, Laurie! ”
  • Testamonial 2
    “ Laurie is amazing. She makes it so easy to enjoy the journey of the training. I love her ease, her pauses and her velvet voice.”
  • Testamonial 3
    “ Laurie is a warm, engaging and masterful trainer. The 5 Stages Training has been a personal and professional highlight in my life.” Janet Etty-Leal
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