Joy Immersion Weekend: A Nia Florida Retreat

Join us for a nourishing weekend of movement, mindfulness, and community as Nia teachers, students, and friends come together from across our region and beyond to celebrate and deepen our shared practice. Our retreat space is at Cypress Lodge, on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Wauburg in Micanopy, Florida.

Over two days, you’ll experience a blend of Nia, SloMo, guided meditation, creative exploration, and restorative sessions designed to uplift the body, calm the mind, and connect us to one another. Whether you’re new to Nia or a long-time practitioner, this weekend invites you to recharge, expand your practice, and celebrate the joy of movement in community.

Attend the full weekend or choose a Saturday-only or Sunday-only pass. Lunch (Saturday) and brunch (Sunday) are included with registration. Optional Friday welcome reception and Saturday dinner offer additional opportunities to connect but are not included in the ticket price. Lodging is not included. There are many options in nearby Gainesville and a few in Micanopy.

We can’t wait to move, breathe, laugh, and learn with you!

What to Expect:

FRIDAY Evening: Welcome Reception (optional)

SATURDAY

• Nia Class!
• Community Lunch (included)
• Rest and Digest - Toning the Vagus Nerve. Learn how to use gentle movements and sounding to tone the vagus nerve to regulate your nervous system.
• SloMo. A gentle meditative movement practice inspired by Nia, Tai Chi and stillness, fostering awareness, deep relaxation, and sensory connection.
• Deepening The Dance. Learn ways to move to release your Inner Artist and Sacred Athlete to enhance your practice and life.
• Community Dinner (optional)

SUNDAY:

• Nia Jam!
• Hypnotize Yourself for Happiness. Learn 5 ways to re-train your brain for happiness in as little as 10-15 minutes a day.
• Community Brunch (included)

PARTICIPATION OPTIONS

Entire weekend experience $169 by Dec 31st, $199 after

Saturday only $135 by Dec 31st, $155 after

Sunday only $50 by Dec 31st, $65 after

10% OFF for Nia Belt Graduates. Please contact Christine at [email protected] for discount code

Cancellation Policy

By 12/31/25 - Full Refund

By 1/31/26 - 50% Refund

By 2/21/26 - 25% Refund

After 2/21/26 - No Refund

We know that plans change. Your registration is transferable.

Info: Saturday, February 28th (subject to change)
10:30am Opening Circle
11am Nia Class (Sarit and Christine)
12pm Lunch
1pm Rest and Digest: Toning the Vagus Nerve (Christine)
2pm SloMo: Movement and Stillness (Sarit)
3:15pm Deepening the Dance (Gail)
4:30pm Closing Circle

6:30pm Dinner Gathering (Local restaurant location TBD)

Info: Sunday, March 1st
(subject to change)
10:30am Nia Class Jam (Multiple Teachers)
12pm Hypnotize Yourself for Happiness (Traci)
1pm Closing Circle and Brunch

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

UF Department of Recreational Sports, 133 Regatta Drive, Micanopy, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Get App