duende is a Spanish word for presence, aliveness and authenticity.

the duende way is a playful practice for inviting these qualities to emerge in us.

the duende way is built on 2 pillars:

duende BODY

Ground. Regulate. Create capacity through your body.

duende PLAY

Take micro risks. Build courage. Discover aliveness through play.

Hey, I’m Angela.


Over years of movement practice, I learned that micro courageous steps, taken with the wisdom of the body, can unlock new forms of self-expression.

As children, we play organically.

As adults, the seriousness of productivity and discipline can go out of balance.

We forget to be intentional about play: about connection, joy, aliveness.