Who we are

At Embody Studio, we believe movement is medicine. Our classes blend mindfulness, music, and somatic practices to create a welcoming space for every body.

Led by Evonne Bentley and a growing team of dedicated teachers, the studio offers accessible and transformative practices like Nia, Kaiut Yoga, and Tai Chi Chih along with assessable movement forms. Whether you’re new to movement or deepening your practice, you’ll find a supportive, inclusive community here.

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    Nia

    Nia is a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts, dance, and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by connecting the body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music. Learn more about Nia here.

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    Kaiut Yoga

    The Kaiut yoga method is a floor-based practice that utilizes gravity to unwind chronic restrictions in the joints. It stimulates the joints in long held poses helping regain or retain mobility while diminishing pain, rigidity and stiffness and has a positive effect on the nervous system. Learn more about Kaiut yoga here.

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    Embody Dance

    Embody is a form of free-movement dance that is about self-expression and improvisation. It emphasizes authentic, unscripted movements, providing a safe space for women to express emotions that may be difficult to articulate in words.

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    Evonne Bentley

    OWNER

    Evonne Bentley is a Black Nia Instructor, Kaiut Yoga teacher and founder of Embody. You can learn more about Evonne at her website embodiedwithevonne.com.

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    Jodi Nute

    INSTRUCTOR

    Jodi Nute is a White Belt Nia teacher, crafter and pillar of support at Embody Studio.

  • “Nia and Kaiut Yoga are two mainstays of my life thanks to Evonne. Both the Nia and Kaiut practices are truly art forms for the mind, the body and the spirit. They enhance my joy and relieve my sadness. Included in this amazing package is fun, community and a room full of love, light and gratitude. And Evonne? Well she is an artist or a magician, probably both.”

    — Janice Martin

  • “I am so grateful to have Evonne as an Nia instructor in Durango. Attending her class feels like both self AND community care. I leave feeling more connected, energized and balanced, both in my body and to the world around me. I walk out ready to start my day with a positive purpose and sense of gratitude and joy.”

    — Jodi Harper-Nute