Denise Kocol

       My name is Denise Kocol and I graduated from Colorado State University with a B.S. in Business and a Dance minor.  It was my interest in dance that led me to take my first Nia class, but it was my love of movement that inspired me to become certified and begin teaching in 2006.  Through my Nia training and practice I have learned and believe that we have the ability to heal ourselves through mindfulness and body awareness.  I truly believe that any movement, no matter how small, can offer the body many benefits.  I have learned to how to exercise smarter and honor better ways of moving the body.  I love sharing this with people and helping them improve their lives.  I am inspired by my students to keep learning and exercising, because their dedication and enthusiasm is contagious.  You can expect an informative, sincere, "don't take yourself too serious" experience in my class.

       I share my life with an amazing husband, a wonderful daughter, a dog and a cat.  When I'm not teaching I enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, and waterskiing.