Zumba Instructor , 

I’ve been a zumba instructor for 9 years, and Total Power (Peru) and Comboxing (Spain) combat fitness instructor for 3 years. I’m a pioneer of these combat fitness styles in Chicago, and I’m proud to teach and share how they have changed my life. My goal is not to be the best instructor, although I am demanding, but to leave a positive mark with what I do, so that you love and enjoy what you’re doing. The rest will fall into place.

I’m Mexican, from the state of Durango, married, with 4 children. I am a woman who loves sharing, helping, and listening. My moto has always been: “In my classes, if we are going to shine, we shine all together, and for those who can’t, we will push them through because we are all equal.”

That’s me, and I’d love to share with you the activities that have changed my life.

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Dance Instructor, 

I was born in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, and I’ve lived in Chicago, Ill., since 2001. I am enthusiastic, positive, dynamic, creative, and I aspire to be the best version of myself. I love being on time and always respectful, and love sharing all my dance skills.

I began my career in 1992, in Monterrey, as a member of Ballet Folklórico de Monterrey. It was there where I developed as a person and as a dancer. I then transition as a dance instructor at the State Institute for Youth and Sport (INJUDE - Instutito Estatal para la Juventud y el Deporte.

Throughout my career, I’ve been part of the dance companies of Group Folkloric Huapango, Ballet Folklórico Fiesta Mexicana, and I have participated in seminars and training on multiple dance styles.

Yoga Instructor,

A 500hr certified yoga teacher, brings warmth, compassion, and expertise to her teaching. With over a decade of experience sharing yoga with diverse communities, she creates inclusive and nurturing spaces for students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Trained in the tradition of Sri Dharma Mittra, Shei's teaching is rooted in the ancient wisdom of Hatha Raja Yoga. She teaches chair yoga, kids' yoga, and senior yoga, adapting her approach to meet the unique needs of each student. With a holistic approach to health and wellness, Shei also explores the benefits of herbalism and natural living, empowering students to cultivate balance and vitality in body, mind, and spirit. Fluent in Spanish and English, Shei welcomes students from all walks of life, offering a supportive environment for growth, healing, and transformation.

Yoga Instructor, 

​Laura is a 200-hour certified yoga instructor passionate about helping others find their “Flow to Glow” through the healing power of yoga.
She discovered yoga 12 years ago while recovering from a serious bike-car accident that left her with anxiety. When words failed, movement became her medicine helping her reconnect with herself and begin the healing process. As her practice grew, Laura saw the lack of representation and accessibility in many yoga spaces, especially for BIPOC communities. This inspired her mission to make yoga more inclusive and body-affirming for all.
Laura believes yoga is more than physical poses it’s a path to empowerment, inner healing, and body liberation.