Cari

From a young age I held a truth at my core, I was a creative type. I explored everything from drawing and design, to music and welding. The one thing that always felt special, where I felt most myself, was expressive movement. It’s a different kind of creativity, a language of the soul. It’s speaking without words. This idea developed into one of my core philosophies, movement is a universal language. No two people look the same, speak the same, or move the same. Yet, those emotions expressed through movement are universally understood, while still being individually unique. Movement is something all your own, no rules, no right or wrong. It's your moment and in that you are free. You’re allowed to turn off the chaos and let it all flow through you. I hope to help you explore and grow that expressive seed that’s in everyone. Be it for health, confidence or exploration, I hope to cultivate a safe, uplifting and genuine experience for you and your journey.

Tori

Since the time I was 3 years old and put on my first pair of ballet shoes, dance has been the highlight of my life. I found aerial dance at a very difficult time when I thought it would be impossible for me to continue dancing, and I am beyond grateful that I did. Dance and our Onyx community bring so much joy to my life, and I am so honored that I now get to teach others to love it as much as I do. As an instructor, I aim to create a safe and supported space for students to attempt new things or perfect old ones. I will always be your number one cheerleader and hope to help you find beauty, grace, strength, and fun at whatever part of the journey you are at right now. I am always so excited to teach and hope you all can feel that excitement every time you have a class with me! Now get off your phone and come dance with me!

Lisa

Dance—and movement of all forms—has always been a passion of mine. Onyx came to me when I was at the lowest point in my life and helped build me back up. I am excited to teach at Onyx to give back to a community that has helped me grow as a person and accept who I am. My mission is to help others with their journey who struggle to believe in themselves. I just need you to show up and I’ll support and cheer you on the rest of the way. You don’t have to have taken dance lessons previously or pole lessons to be an artist or dancer. You just have be able to move, whatever that is for you. To me, all movement is wonderful. I say that instead of “beautiful” because sometimes we don’t want to be beautiful: we want to move awkwardly or aggressively to deal with whatever emotion we are working through. I personally love awkwardness and if you have ever seen me in a halloween show, I like to be freaky! Onyx has allowed me to express myself in multiple forms with each form being equally celebrated; for my students, I will do the same. As your new instructor, I’m here for you. I am honored to be part of your journey; I hold a lot of weight to that and respect for each student who comes to the studio. Let’s make the most of the time you are here and step away from your troubles or worries for an hour. Or if your celebrating and in the best mood, let’s carry that energy into class and allow it to help you move and be excited about each new step of your own journey.

Kaia

I have found my greatest passion in life to be moving my body and expressing myself through movement. My passion for movement has flourished at Onyx where I have learned how to be in tune with my body and move with intention. I am drawn to teaching because I want to share my knowledge of movement and gain perspective of how others relate to movement. My goal as an instructor at Onyx is to help students feel safe to try, fail, succeed, and grow. Life is constantly changing requiring constant growth. Yet growing can make us feel very vulnerable which can be scary at times. I want to create a space where students feel safe to be vulnerable free of judgement and where they can find ways to move that make them feel good. I am so excited to put these goals into motion and be apart of your journey at Onyx and you be apart of mine.

Kortni

When I first started Onyx I didn’t realize how big of an impact it would have on my life. I have learned so many amazing new skills but most importantly I have found myself. Being at Onyx has given me such an empowering feeling, both physically and mentally. This is more than just a business to me, it is my safe place, my passion, my home. As an instructor my goal is to give back what Onyx has given to me; to encourage, inspire, and equip others to believe in themselves and to be a part of their journey. I believe that Onyx came to me in my time of need and I am so excited and honored to now be a part of it.

Jess

Bio coming soon

Arielle

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