Overview
Be Moved Studio is a movement arts sanctuary in downtown Lawrence, Kansas, housed in the historic Liberty Hall Building. For over 20 years, the studio has offered a diverse range of classes including 5Rhythms, yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, women’s circles, and breathwork. Yoga styles span from Foundations and Breath-Led Vinyasa to Restorative, Yin Yang, and meditation-focused practices. A free community yoga class is available by love offering. The studio emphasizes community care and ethical teaching, with policies that include registering at least one hour before class and arriving 5–10 minutes early. Class cards cost $65 for 5, $100 for 10, and $160 for 20, expiring after a year. The space features natural light and wood floors, with a warm, welcoming atmosphere praised by visitors. Note that the studio is on the second floor with 20 stairs; the studio encourages reaching out about accessibility needs. Reviewers highlight the knowledgeable teachers, variety of offerings, and the sense of belonging cultivated over many years.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 8:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 8:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 8:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 8:00 am – 7:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 8:00 am – 9:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Sunday | Open | 10:30 am – 8:00 pm |
Studio in Details
Overview
Be Moved Studio has been a fixture in downtown Lawrence for over 20 years, housed in the historic Liberty Hall Building on 7th Street. The studio acknowledges the land of the Kaw, Kiikaapoi, Očeti Šakówin, and Wazhazhe Maⁿzhaⁿ people. The space itself is described by visitors as beautiful, with a wood floor and abundant natural light, offering a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. The studio’s ethos centers on community care, curiosity, and creating a brave space where different perspectives are respected. Agreements drawn from the work of Michelle Cassandra Johnson and Karine Bell guide interactions, emphasizing self-care, personal responsibility, and anti-oppressive practices.
Classes and Offerings
The studio offers a wide spectrum of movement and meditation disciplines, including 5Rhythms, yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, women’s circles, and breathwork. Yoga classes range from Foundations and Breath-Led Vinyasa to Yin Yang, Restorative, and Asana & Meditation. A free community yoga class is available by love offering. The 5Rhythms practice, a movement meditation by Gabrielle Roth, is central to the studio, along with Women’s 5Rhythms closed circles open twice a year. Somagik Breathwork sessions and workshops on yoga specialties, women’s health, and Ayurveda are also offered. Teachers have diverse training backgrounds, and the studio maintains a strong ethical policy regarding student-teacher relationships.
Visitor Experience and Policies
Class cards are available: 5 classes for $65, 10 for $100, and 20 for $160, expiring after one year. Registration is required at least one hour before class; classes may be canceled if no one registers. Late enrollment is typically not accepted, and doors lock soon after class begins. Visitors should arrive 5–10 minutes early and bring their own mat and water bottle (filtered water is available). Shoes are removed at the entrance, and personal belongings are stored in the back room. The studio is on the second floor with 20 steps; the studio welcomes inquiries about accessibility needs. Reviewers consistently praise the variety of classes, knowledgeable teachers, and the sense of belonging—one noting over 16 years of joyful practice. The studio feels both sacred and heart-filled, inviting all folx and bodies.