Nia with Mia

03/09/2026

There comes a point where more information is not what we need. We need a deeper way to listen, embody and live what we already know.

Nia — from the Swahili word for intention or purpose — invites us to move with purpose and tap more deeply into the intelligence of the body.

Through its diverse movement forms, breath, sound, sensation and awareness, we explore ways to repattern, condition and support healing — while learning how to work more consciously with our energy, nervous system and natural capacity to adapt.

The Nia Art of Sensation Training is a space to slow down enough to notice, refine how you move, listen to what your body is communicating, and reconnect with its inherent design and wisdom.

Not simply to move better — but to become more present, responsive and alive in the way you live.

STELLENBOSCH — IN PERSON
16–18 & 23–25 October 2026
The Floating Dojo, Stellenbosch

ONLINE
October–December 2026
Mondays 18:00–20:00 SAST

4 Saturday immersions
4 post-training mentoring sessions

42 HPCSA CPD points available for South African health professionals.

Register: niawithmia.com/training

If this speaks to something you are ready to explore more deeply, I would love to share the journey with you.

12/08/2026

✨ RESONANCE — Music, Movement & Magic ✨

Still feeling the ripple of this beautiful day. 💛

There is something incredibly powerful that happens when people come together — to move, to listen, to share, to heal, to celebrate, and to support one another. And when we do it while raising funds for an organisation like CANSA, that ripple reaches even further. 🎗️

This was our 5th annual CANSA Women’s Day fundraiser, and I truly love creating these events. Bringing people together through music, movement, meaningful stories and connection fills my heart. But it would never be the same — or even possible — without the incredible people who step in, support, contribute and help bring the vision to life. I am deeply grateful. 💛

From the joy of Nia’ing together, to standing in circle, sharing stories, receiving sound healing and simply being present with one another… this day reminded me that healing happens in connection.

A huge THANK YOU to every single person who helped us create this experience with Mia Steyn and Rupert Museum. 🙏✨

💃 To our wonderful Nia teachers Damian Jardim, Mia Steyn and Dee Scharer — thank you for bringing your energy, joy and magic to the floor.

✨ And to Almarie from RE~MIND WELLNESS l Almarie Venter l Wellness in Practice — thank you for taking us on such a special sound journey. It was the most beautiful way to soften, receive and integrate everything we had experienced together.

💛 To our guest speakers Rentia Robbertze and Anette du Preez — thank you for so courageously sharing your deeply inspirational stories of healing through cancer. Your vulnerability, wisdom and resilience touched us all.

🌿 To the Rupert Museum and its wonderful staff — thank you for holding us so beautifully in such an extraordinary space.

🎁 And to our incredibly generous sponsors who filled our goodie bags and lucky draws with so much love — this would simply not be possible without you:

rain South Africa
Hillcrest Berry Orchards & Restaurant
Wedgewood Nougat
Nathi Skin | Macadamia Skincare South Africa
HAPPY CULTURE
MannaBrew
MadeByKoos and Co

And a very special thank you to my fellow CANSA Seal Partners Cape Fynbos Tea and Lipsano for your generous suppo

12/08/2026

21/07/2026

🌍 𝗔𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗕𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦, 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗢𝗗𝗬

From my little Stellenbosch studio—lovingly built by my husband—I connect with people across South Africa and the world through the Nia Art of Sensation Training | White Belt.

I bring the warmth, rhythm and sense of connection that are so much part of where I come from, together with a deep respect for the wisdom of the body.

This training is an invitation to come home to yourself—to reconnect through sensation, embody the work and learn how to share it personally and professionally. Ongoing mentoring supports you beyond the training itself.

For my final online training of 2026, participants worldwide can access the South African training fee, with flexible payment options available.

Perhaps this is your moment to stop saying “one day” and finally say YES.

✨ Begins 5 August 2026
✨ Wednesdays | 18:00–20:00 SAST
✨ Live, online and deeply interactive
✨ Open to South African and international participants

🤍 Please share with someone who may be waiting for this invitation.

More information and registration:
https://onlinetraining.nianow.com/courses/nia-art-of-sensation-new-white-belt-with-mia-steyn-08-05-26

15/07/2026

✨ RESONANCE: Music, Movement & Magic ✨
The 5th Annual Nia CANSA Women’s Day Fundraiser

Join us for a truly special morning at the beautiful Rupert Museum in Stellenbosch — a morning created to uplift, inspire, connect and raise funds for CANSA.

This year’s theme, Resonance, celebrates the powerful way music and movement ripple through the body, brain, emotions and human connection.

Expect inspiring guest speakers sharing insights into the neuroscience and benefits of music and movement, a joyful Nia movement experience, meaningful connection, beautiful canapés, magical surprises, upmarket goodie bags, and a deeply restorative sound journey to unwind, rest and move into full-on receive mode.

Come dressed in something magical — shimmer, sparkle, celestial touches, flowing fabrics, colour, wonder… or simply something that makes you feel radiant.

📍 Rupert Museum, Stellenbosch
🗓 Saturday, 8 August 2026
⏰ 10h00 – 13h30
🎟 Sliding-scale donation: R350 – R850
💗 All proceeds go to CANSA

This is more than a fundraiser.
It is a community experience.
A morning of music, movement, meaning and magic.
A space where women support women — and where your presence makes a difference.

✨ Quicket link to book your spot. ✨https://www.quicket.co.za/events/385980-resonance-cansa-nia-womens-day-fundraiser/

21/06/2026

Congratulations to our newest Nia Art of Sensation graduates. 🎉

Over six days, we moved, sensed, listened, explored, learned, laughed, and grew together. I am deeply honoured to share this work with such extraordinary human beings. Every training reminds me why I love this education so much—it is practical, profound, and so needed in the world today.

To witness people reconnect with their bodies, deepen their awareness, and discover new possibilities for living, learning, healing, and teaching always leaves me in awe.

Thank you for your trust, your courage, your curiosity, and your willingness to show up fully.

My heart is full. ❤️

The next Nia Art of Sensation Training takes place in Stellenbosch over two weekends:
📍 11–13 September & 18–20 September 2026

If you feel called to deepen your relationship with your body and learn the art of sensation, I'd love to welcome you.

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29/05/2026

Day 1 at the Good Life Show and my heart is full. 💚

Today we danced, connected, laughed, learned, and shared the Joy of Movement with so many beautiful people at the CTICC. From our opening activation to the conversations, classes, demos, and spontaneous moments of connection, it was a powerful reminder that movement brings people together.

Nia is so much more than fitness. It is community. It is wellbeing. It is connection. It is coming home to ourselves and each other.

Deep gratitude to everyone who joined us, moved with us, supported us, and helped pulse Nia out into the world today. Thank you for your energy, your curiosity, and your willingness to step onto the dance floor.

Special thanks to and for being part of this beautiful journey. ✨

If today taught me anything, it's that people are hungry for authentic connection, joyful movement, and practices that nourish body, mind, emotions, and spirit.

We can't wait to do it all again tomorrow!

29/05/2026

Day 1 at the Good Life Show and my heart is full. 💚

Today we danced, connected, laughed, learned, and shared the Joy of Movement with so many beautiful people at the CTICC. From our opening activation to the conversations, classes, demos, and spontaneous moments of connection, it was a powerful reminder that movement brings people together.

Nia is so much more than fitness. It is a community. It is wellbeing. It is a connection. It is coming home to ourselves and each other.

Deep gratitude to everyone who joined us, moved with us, supported us, and helped pulse Nia out into the world today. Thank you for your energy, your curiosity, and your willingness to step onto the dance floor.

Special thanks to and for being part of this beautiful journey. ✨

Thank you for the footage

If today taught me anything, it's that people are hungry for authentic connection, joyful movement, and practices that nourish body, mind, emotions, and spirit.

We can't wait to do it all again tomorrow!

07/05/2026

A little glimpse into our recent Q&A for the upcoming Nia Art of Sensation Training ✨

This training is about so much more than movement.

It’s about learning to listen to the body differently.
Understanding sensation.
Supporting the nervous system.
Rediscovering joyful, functional movement.
And reconnecting to yourself from the inside out.

Whether you’re curious for personal healing, deeper embodiment, or professional application — this conversation may speak to you.

DM me “SENSATION” and I’ll send you the full Q&A replay 🤍

04/05/2026

What if your body isn’t something to fix… but something to understand?

I’m hosting a short live Nia Training overview + Q&A this Wednesday at 6pm.

A space to explore how to better support your body, move with more ease, and discover a more intelligent, sustainable way of moving—for yourself and/or in your work with others.

No pressure. Just a chance to feel into it and ask questions.

DM me “Q&A” and I’ll send you the link.