Mindi Zim

My class vibe is: Funky, spirited, witty, encouraging, challenging.

When not at DB: I’m either hanging out with my sister (aka my BFF), annoying my husband about a puppy, or finding new ice cream spots.

Go-to playlist: Mint (such good hidden jams).

My tag-line is: When in doubt, shake it out.

Health Hack: Lemon water in the morning, zinc, and probiotics.

Favorite part of class: The part where you feel exhausted, burnt out, yet strong and you hype everyone up for that climax.

I’m known for my: Standing Ab Series 

Natalie Vatalaro

My class vibe is: Energetic and authentic.

When not at DB: I’m hanging out with my husband (DB Dude), our cat Fred, and we’re most likely watching a true crime documentary.

Fav DB move: Give me all of the pop-ups!

My tag-line is: *When Dirrty comes on.* We've all seen the video. Everyone put on your a**less chaps and let’s do it!  

I’m known for my: Side Series. Your dancer legs will thank me later!

I feel powerful when: I’m able to connect with this incredible community. Knowing I’m making even the smallest difference in someone's day makes me feel powerful!

I give back by: Fostering animals and donating to animal rescues in NYC.

Emily Sindoni

Favorite class to teach: Full Out

My tag-line is: Less of a line, more of a move.....*DAB*.

Health Hack: Know how much sleep your body needs to function at its best and aim for it most nights.

I’m known for my: Standing Leg Series. Lunges, squats....let's burn baby.

I feel powerful when: I’m using the knowledge and experience in my life to make confident and informed decisions on important matters.

I give back by: Contributing to Adopt-A-Grandparent. Every year for the holidays my family collects donations from local businesses and we deliver gifts to a nursing home in our town.

Brooke Ivory

Favorite class to teach: Signature because I love seeing clients progress throughout the quarter. By month 3 you’re playing around with the moves and it’s a freakin’ party! 

My tag-line is: Saucy, bossy, and flossy.

My favorite part of class is: About half-way through when the energy is high, hearts are pumping, sweat is dripping, and everyone’s fully committed.

I’m known for my: Killer Plank Series

I feel powerful when: I’m staying true to who I am and believing in myself.

I give back by: Volunteering at Girls, Inc of Greater Los Angeles. It’s important to me that young women have positive role models and outlets to encourage them to express themselves and be confident in who they are. 

Marisa Nelson

Favorite class to teach: Full Out

My tag-line is: During Sculpt I always cue "3, 2, 1, and dooooneee" if we're doing something on the mat.

My favorite part of class is: When everyone in the room is moving as one, and is so in tune with what we're doing in the moment where I don't even need to say anything. I could just look a certain way and they'd know what to do and where to go.

I’m known for my: Inner/Outer Thighs Series

I feel powerful when: The moment during class when clients decide to not hold back. Their energy feeds my soul! I feel powerful commanding a space that allows for that energy exchange to occur.

Gracie Epperson

My class vibe is: Energetic, empowering and accepting.

When not at DB: I’m attending dance classes and working as a professional dancer.

Fav DB move: A High Kick

My tag-line is: Sweaty is the new sexy.

My favorite part of class is: The last 15 minutes when everyone is pushing their hardest to finish strong.

I feel powerful when: I’m surrounded by amazing people who all want to move together.

I give back by: Writing letters during the holidays to Love For Our Elders, a non-profit that sends messages to retirement homes.

Dani Gorayeb

My class vibe is: Fun, energetic, but not too serious. We came to work, but we also came to play.

Go-to playlist: 90’s Dance Party

My favorite part of class is: The show piece dance of our quarterly choreographed dances. When month 3 hits, we all move as a unit and live our best lives - love to see it!

 I’m known for my: Butt Lifts

I feel powerful when: Being surrounded by a community of powerful, ambitious, smart, strong, supportive women. After taking or teaching a DanceBody class, I get this incredible supercharged rush that makes me feel like I can take on anything. It’s the best feeling.

Mackenzie Testa

Favorite class to teach: Full Out 

My class vibe is: Fun and spicy.

When not at DB: I’m buying new athletic sets!

My tag-line is: Act confident and no one will question you.

Health Hack: Listen to your body and honor its cues.

My favorite part of class is: The final push of cardio when we empty the tank.

I give back by:Donating to the National Pancreas Foundation to help fund their efforts to educate people on both pancreatic diseases and cancer.I was diagnosed with a genetic form of Pancreatitis at age 14. This diagnosis was the catalyst of my healthy lifestyle. I’m very passionate about raising awareness of the disease, as it’s commonly misunderstood.

Stacy Beltran

Favorite class to teach: Signature

My class vibe is: A judgment free zone.

When not at DB: I’m driving all around Miami working in marketing for the majority of hotels along Miami Beach.

My favorite part of class is: The end. You can feel everyone's high energy and sense of "wow, that was a good workout"  & "we made it”. 

I’m known for my: Lower Body Series

I feel powerful when: I’m having a productive day. Getting up early, making a coffee, getting a good workout in, and getting dressed up nice for myself just to get the day going. Personal power is the most valuable power to have because it's 100% yours, unconditionally.

I give back: Working closely with The Woody Foundation. They help to transform the quality of life of those living with paralysis.

Ris Finazzo

Favorite class to teach: Dance & Sculpt! Double the fun and best of both worlds.

My tag-line is: Let's get movin and groovin! 

Health Hack: Sleep. Always make sure to get a good night's sleep so you wake up ready for your day ahead.

I’m known for my: Intense leg workouts using our D-Weights and Sculpt bands.

I feel powerful when: I’m surrounded by the amazing DB community of badass women.

I give back by:Teaching kids to dance.

Alle-Faye Monka

Favorite class to teach: Dance & Sculpt

When not at DB: I’m teaching children's dance classes or hanging with my pup.

Go-to playlist: When I'm in the zone, Pumped Pop; when I want to chill, Postmodern Jukebox.

My tag-line is: Smile through the pain...I swear it helps.

I’m known for my: Booty Mat Work! Hate me in the moment and love me later.

I feel powerful when: I’m making a positive difference in someone's life and bringing out their greatest potential. Plus, I strive to make at least one person smile a day! 

I give back by:Giving when I can to an organization called Social Tees. I absolutely love animals and rescued my pup from them. They place animals from high kill shelters into loving homes.

Veronica Sack

My class vibe is: Punny, energetic, loud.

When not at DB: I’m graphic designing 9-5, cuddling my cat, and hanging with my boyfriend.

Go-to playlist: Anything with Taylor Swift.

My tag-line is:  Sweetest bi*ch you’ll ever meet.

Health Hack: Fuel 2-3 hours before your workout.

I feel powerful when: I’m on the dance floor…. anywhere… teaching class, at a wedding, in the street, etc!

I give back by: attending and raising money for Relay for Life in honor of my parents.

Maeve Ellington

Favorite class to teach: Dance & Sculpt

My tag-line is: It's not going to be easy, but I promise it will be worth it.

Health Hack:  Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.

My favorite part of class is: When everyone in the room is focused, working really hard, and it just clicks.

I’m known for my: Weighted Standing Sculpt

I feel powerful when:I’m watching how the incredible female body can change and adapt through different life phases.

Justina Aveyard

My class vibe is: Fierce & liberating.

When I’m not at DanceBody: I'm dancing professionally or binge watching a TV show.

My tag-line is: Werk. Slay. Fierce.

My favorite part of class is: Hyping up the room! It's so fun getting our energy up and feeding off of each other.

I feel powerful when: I set goals and accomplish them. Big or small!

I give back by: I'm part of a peer counseling program for young adult cancer warriors. I love when I can help others find joy during such a tough time.

I’m known for my: Killer side series!

Health hack: Listen to your body! It's okay to do less sometimes so you can come back stronger tomorrow.

Go-to playlist: Anything that's empowering but also bad b*tch energy. Think Lizzo radio vibes!

Colleen Gorsky

My class vibe is: Fun, flirty, and empowering!

When I’m not at DanceBody: I’m taking a dance class, traveling, or reading a good book in the park.

My tag-line: Smiling makes working out easier!

Fav part of class: The first 20 minutes of class - the energy is so high and the excitement is empowering. 

I feel powerful when: Everyone is moving and sweating together.

Health hack: I drink between 5-6 bottles of water a day.

Go to playlist: “Country hits” and any early 2000s hits playlist.

Caroline Eby

My tag-line is: You’ve got this.

I feel powerful when: I’m dancing!

My favorite part of class is: Right before the end of class - the final push. I love when everyone is giving their all finding out how much they are capable of.

When not at DB: I’m cooking or working as a professional dancer.

Go-to playlist: Anything Lawrence the band, Allen Stone, or Stephen Day.

My class vibe is: Energetic, groovy, and community driven. Let’s work hard together and hype each other up.

Noelle Steinmetz

My tag-line is: Effort is everything!

I feel powerful when: I accomplish my goals. Checking off my to-do list for the day, squeezing in that extra rep, or fulfilling a long term promise to myself - there’s no better feeling!

I give back by: Donating to Rise of Broken Women, an organization dedicated to helping homeless women in NYC 

My favorite part of class is: When the playlist hits that one song and everyone’s energy goes through the roof! 

When not at DB: I am traveling and seeing the world!

Health Hack: Dates are natures answer for all my fellow sweet lovers out there. Just on their own or smear them with nut butter, drizzle of chocolate, and pinch of salt - chefs kiss! 

Go-to playlist: Queen B

My class vibe is: Fun and sweaty

Alex Infranco

My tag-line is: "We're in this together!"

I feel powerful when: I’m wearing a matching workout set!!

My favorite part of class is: That FINAL push!

When not at DB: I’m teaching dance as Miss Alex, watching FRIENDS, or reading on my kindle.

Fav DB Move: Love me a Pony!

My class vibe is: Sassy, Sweaty, & Rewarding!

Heather Hunt

My tag-line is: If I can do it, so can you!

I feel powerful when: I have a slick back pony and a matching set on.

My favorite part of class is: When everything clicks and we’re moving as one unit. There’s something so special about the energy in the room when that happens!

When not at DB: I’m dancing professionally or watching Survivor with my husband!

Health Hack: When in doubt, foam roll it out. Your muscles will thank you.

Go-to playlist:2000’s throwbacks. Always.

I’m known for: My playlists! Aka my prized possessions.

My class vibe is: Challenging, Encouraging, and Playful.

Kandace Campbell

My class vibe is: work hard, breathe, stay silly.

I feel powerful when: I’m moving my body.

My favorite part of class is: The final push when we’re all dying but we keep moving anyway.

Health Hack: rest when possible and treat yourself.

When not at DB: reading a book, or eating a snack.

Go to Playlist: my Spotify Daylist just gets me!

Nicole Lemelin

I feel powerful when:I finish a class! It is amazing what our bodies can do, and it is evident at DanceBody.

My favorite part of class is:The beginning when we all start moving as one and find our groove.

When not at DB: I'm performing or rehearsing somewhere around the city.

Health Hack:Eat when you're hungry, prioritize sleep, and move your body!

Go-to playlist:has a little bit of everything; some upbeat moments, some really sappy stuff, and a little country.

My class vibe is: Fun, no-judgement zone.

Gianna Annesi

I feel powerful when: I’m on stage or in front of a room teaching. There’s nothing I love more than performing. Teaching is a form of performing that gives me a more personal connection with my audience which I love! 

My favorite part of class is: The warmup. It is the perfect opportunity to set the tone for class.

When not at DB: Definitely dancing! But on my down time, I love to spend time with my family and friends. 

Go-to playlist: ELVIS! Whether I am in a good or not-so-good mood, I can always count on The King to be right there with me! 

I’m known for my: Dedication to everything I do, my fiery Italian energy, love for those dear to me, and being the biggest animal lover.

My class vibe is: Good moves, good music, good vibes! I love what I do and love to share it with others!  

Samantha Tilton

My tag-line is: Shall we dance? 

My favorite part of class is: The warm-up! It’s a fun, interactive moment to check-in with the class and instill excitement for the work ahead.

When not at DB: I am probably eating hummus.

Health Hack: Health is all encompassing: get your z’s in, fuel properly, find your favorite way to move, and surround yourself with people who make you feel unstoppable.

Go-to playlist: My Spotify playlist, “Born in the Wrong Generation.” I love to groove to sounds of the 80’s and 90’s.

My class vibe is: Sassy, supportive and very sweaty—but never too serious!