Nia Somatic Movement Education
Nia brings together movement and knowledge from dance, martial arts, mindfulness, neuroscience and healing arts.
More than a workout, Nia is a holistic movement practice and somatic education pathway for body, mind, emotions and spirit. Through movement, sensation and awareness, you learn to understand your body, make empowered choices and bring greater vitality, wellbeing and joy into everyday life.
Two ways to begin
In Australia, you can begin your Nia education in person with the six-day Nia Art of Sensation training or the two-day Nia 52 Moves weekend. Both trainings are also available in an online format.
Nia Art of Sensation (White Belt)
A six-day introductory immersion into Nia’s somatic principles for moving with embodied joy and living with purpose.
Art of Sensation is for anyone seeking a deeper connection with their body and its wisdom – from complete beginners and experienced Nia students to movement, health and mental health professionals.
You will learn and experience:
- Nia’s seven mindful practices
- 13 foundational principles integrating The Body’s Way, music and sound resonance, movement energy, variety and creativity, and sensory anatomy.
- Nia’s 52 Moves for holistic fitness and functional movement
- Body Literacy – responding to your body and making personalised choices for your health and wellbeing
Your training also includes access to an online portal with on-demand Nia classes, readings and comprehensive downloadable LEARN books.
25-30 August 2026 – Magnetic International Resort, Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island QLD with Sophie Marsh – LINK
Investment: USD 1599 – paid in 2 instalments
Deposit at registration paid in USD: USD 500
Balance: USD 1099 (converted to AUD)
Nia 52 Moves + MoveIT certification
Over two days, learn and embody Nia’s 52 foundational moves and discover how they support strength, mobility, balance, agility and whole-body conditioning.
Open to everybody, this training is for Nia students wanting to deepen their movement practice, teachers wanting to strengthen their knowledge of the 52 Moves, and movement or fitness professionals looking for fresh tools.
For those who want to teach Nia MoveIT, the training also provides a pathway to certification.
26-27 September 2026 with Laurie Bass + Sophie Marsh
Windsor Community Centre, 57 Grafton Street, Windsor QLD
Investment: USD 599
52 Moves INFORMATION + REGISTRATION
Continue your Nia training
The first four levels of Nia training explore 52 Principles for holistic health and wellbeing:
- Art of Sensation (White Belt)
- Art of Communication (Blue Belt)
- Art of Perception (Brown Belt)
- Art of Creativity (Black Belt)
Next step: Nia Art of Communication (Blue Belt)
Following Art of Sensation, Nia Art of Communication explores conscious communication and the dynamic relationship between body, mind, emotions and spirit.
29 September – 4 October 2026 – Paddington QLD with Sophie Marsh + Laurie Bass – LINK
Investment: USD 1599
Deposit at registration: USD 500
Balance: USD 1099
Return to a Training
Once you have completed a level of Nia training, you can return and experience it again for less than half the full training price.
A retake is an opportunity to revisit the principles, deepen your embodiment and experience the training from the perspective of who you are now.
Full retake: USD 599
Register with a USD 99 deposit. Email Sophie at for the registration code.
TEACHING Nia
After completing Art of Sensation, you can begin your journey towards teaching Nia by becoming a Nia member and completing the online SHARE course.
GREEN Belt “Art of Teaching” offers optional professional development for Nia teachers and is available online.
Learn more about teaching Nia: nianow.com/teach
SPECIALTY TRAININGS
Nia offers additional specialty certifications, including Moving to Heal, 52Moves, MoveIT, 5Stages, FreeDance, and Floorplay. Find out more: nianow.com/specialtytrainings
Information about Brown Belt and Black Belt trainings can be found at nianow.com/trainings
QUESTIONS? Contact Australian Nia Trainer Sophie Marsh on 0431 484 054 or