Elena Vans Evers is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher. She is the founder and owner of Urban Zen Bodywork. She is a graduate of Florida Career College, where she earned her diploma in Massage Therapy.

With over 18 years of experience, Elena specializes in Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Prenatal Massage, Reiki/Energy Work, Thai-Yoga Massage, Barefoot Ashiatsu, and Reflexology. She has worked with a wide range of clients—from professional athletes to individuals with desk-related tension and chronic pain conditions.

Elena approaches each modality as its own science, while intuitively blending techniques to create customized sessions. Her work focuses on relieving pain, restoring balance, and improving mobility, with the ultimate goal of enhancing overall function and quality of life.

In 2010, Elena became a certified yoga teacher after experiencing the transformative benefits of yoga firsthand. She completed her 200-hour teacher training and now teaches a variety of styles. Her philosophy is rooted in the deep connection between body, mind, and spirit.

Elena’s passion lies in helping others reconnect with their bodies, heal from within, and cultivate lasting wellness through intentional, therapeutic care.