NIA Studio – Conscious Movement for Physical and Emotional Well-being

Visitors are invited to discover the movement practices offered by NIA Studio – Pilates and NIA. These sessions are designed not only to strengthen the body, but also to support emotional well-being, balance energy, and deepen the connection with oneself. 

Pilates is a mindful movement practice that helps strengthen the core muscles, improve posture, flexibility, and overall body stability. The sessions place strong emphasis on breathing, movement quality, and safe, effective conditioning. This practice can help release tension in the shoulders, reduce back pain and fatigue, improve posture, and create a greater sense of ease in the body. NIA is a unique movement practice that combines elements of dance, mindful movement, martial arts, and relaxation techniques. It supports not only physical mobility but also emotional well-being, helping to reduce stress, restore nervous system balance, and strengthen the connection with oneself. No dance experience is required for NIA; participants are simply encouraged to listen to their bodies and move in ways that feel natural and enjoyable. 

NIA Studio is a space dedicated to mindful movement, well-being, and inner balance. Here, movement is viewed as a way to strengthen the body, nurture emotional health, and create a more harmonious relationship with oneself. The studio’s philosophy is based on movement that energizes rather than exhausts, leaving people feeling stronger, lighter, and more vibrant. 

The founder of the studio, Ingrida Merkininkė, is a mindful movement instructor, wellness coach, and certified Pilates teacher. Since 2018, she has been leading NIA movement practices and Pilates classes. Holding a Master’s degree in Dance and Movement Therapy from Vilnius University and having completed NIA training in Greece with certified NIA instructors, she integrates movement, body awareness, emotional well-being, healthy lifestyle principles, and balanced nutrition into her work.