Moving with a purpose
NIA DANCE ENSEMBLE
We nurture personal growth through creative expression and empowerment.
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Ebony Naima Zan
wontanara
Wontanara is an African word that means "we are friends," "we are together," or "we will support each other". It comes from the Susu tribe in West Africa.
Wontanara is a central theme in Guinean culture. It's a call to support each other, embrace differences, and recognize the value of diversity and global education.
Promoting confidence, self love, respect, unity & healing
The Purpose Pledge
I pledge: To love myself and my distinct features. To reach for the stars & be the best that I can be. To respect myself & others. To avoid people, places or substances that may endanger me. To respect my elders. To value life because violence is not the way. To build stronger communities.
Capturing Creativity: A Visual Journey Through Nia Dance Ensemble
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What does Nia mean?
Nia is purpose, intention, having meaningful goals and aims in life. It is through striving towards creating positivity and contributing to the betterment of oneself and others that we find fulfillment and purpose. Through Nia we are inspired to seek goodness and purpose in our actions and endeavors.
Classes & Events
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Nia Dance Ensemble
2pm
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3:30pm
Event Details
Nia rehearsal currently on break
Nia Dance Ensemble
Join the ensemble! You will learn traditional dances of the African diaspora as well as songs and cultural history.
Come explore the arts w...
2pm
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3:30pm
Mondays
Senior classes African Drum and Dance Class!
12:00
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12:50pm
Participants of Macedonia FACE Only
Event Details
Mondays
Senior classes African Drum and Dance Class!
Currently I am teaching classes at Macedonia FACE for seniors! Participants are engaged through song, dance and drumming. We will have fun e...
12:00
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12:50pm
Participants of Macedonia FACE Only
Currently on break
Adult African Dance Class
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
TBA
Event Details
Currently on break
Adult African Dance Class
Participants will learn the basics of African dance through fun choreography. Participants will get a great work out with a combination of ...
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
TBA
Currently on break
Beginner youth African dance class
2pm
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3pm
Eastliberty
Event Details
Currently on break
Beginner youth African dance class
ln this 6 week session youth will learn 1 to 2 African dances along with technique And stage presence. This class will culminate in a commun...
2pm
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3pm
Eastliberty
September 2025
The Healing Community Drum Circle
12:30
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5:30p
To be announced
Event Details
September 2025
The Healing Community Drum Circle
Our Healing Drum Circle aims to get the community out and engaged in Arts of the Diaspora that promote unity, communal wellbeing, physical, ...
12:30
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5:30p
To be announced
Discover the magic of performances with Nia
Discover the magic of performances with Nia
Discover the magic of performances with Nia
Discover the magic of performances with Nia
Discover the magic of performances with Nia
Discover the magic of performances with Nia
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