About Mia
"Bringing balance and Joy to the body to live your best life in the moment, is not only a choice but also your birthright! Nia allows me to connect, discover and express all parts of me, the warrior goddess, the playful child, and the silent introvert. I love how in one class it takes me and my students on a journey of sacred, fun, expressive & introspective movement, all whilst connected to sensation to move with meaning and purpose, from the inside, out."
-Mia Helena Steyn, Nia Art of Sensation Trainer. Somatic educator. Teacher trainer.
With over 18 years of experience as a dedicated Nia teacher, and one of only two Nia trainers in South Africa, part of the International Nia Training Faculty. My journey began amidst a quest for healing and self-discovery, after being in a bomb explosion with my family and suffering from PTSD. Searching for a way to calm my nervous system and find balance again in my body, mind, emotions, and spirit, I learned and practiced various movement modalities like yoga, TRE, breathwork, and other healing practices. Yet, it was Nia that resonated most profoundly with my soul, rewriting the very chemistry of my being to foster peace, harmony, and vitality.
As a mother of two precious boys, an advocate for animals and nature, and a former events industry professional who gleaned invaluable lessons from the brink of burnout, I bring a wealth of life experiences to my role as a facilitator of healing and connection. My passion lies in holding space for others, using movement & music variety & mindfulness to unearth their authentic selves, self-heal, and rediscover their purpose in life.
Nia transcends mere dance; it is a sacred, enjoyable, and introspective movement journey that connects us to our sensations, allowing us to move from the inside out. Reconnecting us with the divine intelligence that resides within. This practice has liberated my body, released tension and trauma, and brought greater harmony and vitality into my life. It has made me feel ageless and free, sparking a passion to share this transformative experience with others.
Join me in delving into the depths of your being through Nia. Whether you're taking your first steps or seeking to deepen your professional practice, I am here to offer support and guide you in connecting more profoundly with your body's inherent wisdom. Together, let's empower ourselves and live our most authentic lives, creating magic not only within ourselves but also in the world around us.
Nia Art of Sensation Training
Nia White Belt with Mia Steyn
IN PERSON | STELLENBOSCH
The Floating Dojo, Stellenbosch
16–18 & 23–25 October 2026
Two weekends
US$500 registration fee
US$700 training fee
Payment plans available
[EMAIL MIA] | [BOOK A ZOOM CALL]
ONLINE | OCTOBER–DECEMBER 2026
UPCOMING 2027 TRAININGS
End of February 2027
Dates and venue coming soon
Who is the training for?
Take the training to teach Nia, apply the principles professionally, or simply experience it for yourself — to deepen your relationship with your body, movement, sensation and wellbeing.
Learn. Move. Sense. Embody.
Email me for more info/ book a Zoom call