Mindi Kirsch

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 fiance 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.

Catherine Zervas

Favorite class to teach: Hip Hop Hits

Health Hack: Oatmeal. You can eat it in the morning for a nutrient dense start or after class to regain energy!

My favorite part of class is: 20 minutes into class, during the highest intensity dance when the music is building and you feel the endorphins start to emerge.

I’m known for my: Killer Arm Series 

I feel powerful when: I’m in the studio with our badass DB babes working hard for themselves but together as a group. 

I give back by:Donating to Sunrise Day Camp, where my sisters and I used to attend. This camp was created for children with cancer and other life threatening diseases, to attend a camp with their siblings in a safe and fun place.

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.

Vanessa Kolias

When not at DB: I'm developing and investing in sky-scrapers across the country.

Go-to playlist: Funky Disco House Jams

My tag-line is: What is meant for you, will not pass you.

My favorite DB dance is: Level Up by Ciara

I’m known for my: Infectious energy and tan all year round.

I feel powerful when: I help motivate and inspire others to challenge themselves and accomplish their goals.

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.

Katie Call

My class vibe is: Spicy and sweet! You'll get a great burn, but it’s always done with high energy and most importantly, a smile.

Go-to playlist: Either a Broadway musical soundtrack or classic rock.

My tag-line is: Say a prayer, brush your hair.

Health Hack: I start each morning off with hot lemon water to prepare my voice and body.

My favorite part of class is: The sweat. I never feel more confident or sexier than after a DanceBody class!

I’m known for my: Side Series for Legs

I feel powerful when: I’m helping others feel confident through movement.

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.

Tracy Sokat

My class vibe is: Bubbly and silly! My goal is to make sure your workout is the best hour of your day!

When I’m not at DB: I'm working as a professional dancer in NYC, going for long walks with my dog in Central Park, and baking up a storm in my kitchen!

My tag-line is: “3, 2, 1, LET’S GET IT”

I feel powerful when: I’m surrounded by a group of empowering individuals who are working towards a common goal.

I’m known for my: Matching sets and positive attitude!

Kathleen Humphreys

My class vibe is: JOYFUL

My fav DB move: High kicks!

My favorite part of class is: When I see clients improving and gaining confidence.

I feel powerful when: I’m dancing.

Health Hack: Stretch before bed.

Makena Diehl

My class vibe is: Making others feel like the best version of themselves.

Fav DB move: Any lateral series.

My favorite part of class is: A dynamic plank series when everyone is looking down at all the sweat pour from their face feeling STRONG.

I’m known for: Always working out with a smile on my face.

Health Hack: Eating seasonally!

Go-to playlist: Anything with Drake.

Katelyn Cotto

My class vibe is: Empowering & fun. Work hard, Play harder.

When I’m not at DB: I’m working as a professional dancer & teaching dance to kids and adults!

My fav DB move: Anything with a little booty pop.

My tag-line is: Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.

I feel powerful when: I’m helping and inspiring others to be the best versions of themselves.

I’m known for my: My killer butt lift.

Health hack: Give yourself a rest day or your body will do it for you!

Maddy Hall

My class vibe is: Intense but just as fun.

My fav DB move: Any ab series.

My favorite part of class: When we all collectively get a second wind and push even harder at the end!

I feel powerful when: I’m creating and making art.

I give back by: Teaching dance to underprivileged youth in the NYC school system.

Health Hack: Coconut water! 

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!