Nicole Duran

Nicole Duran (Maya Devi) is a yoga teacher and Reiki Master Teacher with nearly 25 years of experience on the healing path. Her journey began in 2001 at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, in Tempe, AZ. where she completed a BA in Ministerial Duties, Metaphysical Studies & Holistic Health Care. 

 In 2011, she completed her 200-hour YTT at Spirit of Yoga, in Tempe, AZ and became  the Director of Raise the Vibration Reiki Healing Studio, where she currently offers Reiki, Yoga, Meditation and integrative healing. 

 In 2016, Nicole completed an advanced Master Training (500+ hours) in the Himalayas at Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India. 

 Nicole’s teaching reflects a blend of ancient wisdom and modern embodiment, inviting students to experience yoga not just as a physical practice, but as a path of unity, balance, and awakening. Her classes are heart-centered, soulful, and designed to help students cultivate inner strength, clarity, and peace both on and off the mat.

 Nicole Hope Duran Maya Devi Thunderbird is the Director of Raise the Vibration Reiki Healing Studio, serving clients and students with Reiki, meditation, and holistic healing since 2011. She is a certified yoga teacher, having completed her 200-hour YTT at Spirit of Yoga in 2011 and advanced Master Training (500+ hours) at Sattva Yoga Academy in Rishikesh, India in 2016. Nicole is also a Reiki Master Teacher, blending energy medicine, yoga, and holistic practices to support healing, balance, and personal transformation.