Nia

Adult Group Class / Dance Program

Experience Nia, a unique blend of dance, martial arts, and mindfulness that nurtures your body, mind, and soul. This barefoot movement practice uses 52 simple moves to energize your body, clear your mind, and balance your emotions.

In this workshop, you’ll explore the joy of movement, learn Nia’s foundational principles, and connect with a supportive community. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels, Nia inspires personal growth, vitality, and well-being. Step in and transform how you move through life!

Emily has been teaching Nia Technique (which integrates the mind-body-spirit connection of yoga in a dance/martial arts format) for over 15 years, and also teaches Groove dance and Hatha, gentle, and restorative yoga. Yoga and dance have helped Emily discover peace and healing, and she loves sharing that with her students.

Emily lives in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago with her husband and their 2 children, ages 6 and 10. Outside of dance and yoga, Emily is a huge bookworm and especially loves sharing children’s books with other parents.