The Team
Clarissa
Clarissa's love of movement and authentic self-expression has led her to dedicate herself to bringing unique dance-inspired fitness and personal growth programs to as many women as possible. After a successful career in the corporate world, she embarked upon an entrepreneurial venture as a businesswoman, speaker, and dance instructor.
Since 2002, she has taught classes across the country and has worked with many notable groups including Women's Health Magazine, Southlake Chamber of Commerce, Jr. League, Mocha Moms, and the Dallas-based Kidd Kraddick Morning Show. Under Clarissa's direction, her class and event offerings garnered attention from D Magazine, Modern Luxury Magazine, Dallas Observer's Best of 2004, Houston Chronicle, and many others.
She was also honored to be featured in The Art of Exotic Dancing instructional videos.With a substantial sports and fitness background, including a Personal Trainer Certification from The Cooper Institute, her expertise has broadened from physical fitness to overall health and well-being for women in all areas of their lives.
Clarissa is available for private instruction in Choreography, Custom Fitness Instruction, "SexyBack Makeovers", Motivational Speaking (women & teens), and Corporate Team Building Workshops.
Since 2002, she has taught classes across the country and has worked with many notable groups including Women's Health Magazine, Southlake Chamber of Commerce, Jr. League, Mocha Moms, and the Dallas-based Kidd Kraddick Morning Show. Under Clarissa's direction, her class and event offerings garnered attention from D Magazine, Modern Luxury Magazine, Dallas Observer's Best of 2004, Houston Chronicle, and many others.
She was also honored to be featured in The Art of Exotic Dancing instructional videos.With a substantial sports and fitness background, including a Personal Trainer Certification from The Cooper Institute, her expertise has broadened from physical fitness to overall health and well-being for women in all areas of their lives.
Clarissa is available for private instruction in Choreography, Custom Fitness Instruction, "SexyBack Makeovers", Motivational Speaking (women & teens), and Corporate Team Building Workshops.
Vickie
Vickie Griffith has been training and consulting in the Dallas Metroplex for 10 years. Vickie danced as a "Show Girl" for Texas Christian University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education. Vickie's primary certifications include, The National Academy of Sports Medicine (Certified Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Pre/Post Natal Specialist), The Cooper Institute, and The C.H.E.K. Institute. In addition to personal training, Vickie is a Functional Nutritional Advisor for Health Excel using their Metabolic Typing System.
Vickie holds a Group Fitness Certification and has taught a wide range of classes, including Kick Boxing, Power Sculpt, Female Factor, and Circuit Classes. Vickie specializes in Female Factor, a sensual dance class designed specifically to target women's problem areas while boosting self-confidence. In 2008, her unique class was recognized by D Magazine.
Vickie holds a Group Fitness Certification and has taught a wide range of classes, including Kick Boxing, Power Sculpt, Female Factor, and Circuit Classes. Vickie specializes in Female Factor, a sensual dance class designed specifically to target women's problem areas while boosting self-confidence. In 2008, her unique class was recognized by D Magazine.
Dani
Dani Prater is an Office Manager for an Accounting firm in Dallas, Texas. She is married to her wonderful husband, Chris and has a daughter, Sydni.
She started dance at the age of 5 and only had classes on and off. She was on drill team in high school and on a dance team in college. This is where she found her love for dance. After over ten years of stepping away from dance, Dani wanted to get back in, but in something different. This is where she found a whole new world of dancing and her actual "passion" for dance. Dani has been exploring exotic and pole dancing since 2008. She says that not only does this work out every muscle in your body, but it also makes you focus on yourself as the beautiful woman that you are right here right now.
Dani was asked what made her decide to start teaching and she said "I love to help people discover that little spark inside them and then share with them what can make that spark turn into a burning fire. Plus, I'm not only a teacher but I'm also a student. I love to learn something new everyday from other teachers and other students."
She started dance at the age of 5 and only had classes on and off. She was on drill team in high school and on a dance team in college. This is where she found her love for dance. After over ten years of stepping away from dance, Dani wanted to get back in, but in something different. This is where she found a whole new world of dancing and her actual "passion" for dance. Dani has been exploring exotic and pole dancing since 2008. She says that not only does this work out every muscle in your body, but it also makes you focus on yourself as the beautiful woman that you are right here right now.
Dani was asked what made her decide to start teaching and she said "I love to help people discover that little spark inside them and then share with them what can make that spark turn into a burning fire. Plus, I'm not only a teacher but I'm also a student. I love to learn something new everyday from other teachers and other students."
Stephanie
Stephanie Pina has an extensive background in dance. In 2004, she graduated from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts with a major in dance. During her high school years she performed with Luna Sol Ballet Folkorico company and The Repertory II dance company.
Stephanie absolutely loves to choreograph, perform, learn and teach dance. She is currently studying to receive her personal trainer certification through ACE.Stephanie is a big advocate of healthy living and learning new methods of fitness. Most recently, she has fallen in love with the art of pole dance and is ecstatic to become apart of the Zensual Dance Fitness team. She cannot wait to add her touch to this evolution of pole dance fitness!
Stephanie absolutely loves to choreograph, perform, learn and teach dance. She is currently studying to receive her personal trainer certification through ACE.Stephanie is a big advocate of healthy living and learning new methods of fitness. Most recently, she has fallen in love with the art of pole dance and is ecstatic to become apart of the Zensual Dance Fitness team. She cannot wait to add her touch to this evolution of pole dance fitness!
Winter
Winter Rainone, a self-taught professional pole artist since 2002, is not only an award winning pole dancer, she is also part of a wide community of athletes who are exemplifying the strength, grace, and skill needed for this aerial artform. Winter is best known for her sensual and flowing style of dance, which she radiates in each of her performances. One of Winter’s favorite aspects of pole dance is the ability to share experiences and knowledge with other women; “pole dancing is not only a creative and exhilarating workout, it also enhances you body image, inside and out.”
Winter placed second in her first competition at the Vertical Pole Challenge in Las Vegas. Lookout for Winter as she tours the country providing specialty workshops for students and instructors. Most recently, Winter has qualified for the USPDF East Coast Competition and she is also in the running to compete at the International Pole Dance Fitness Association, competing with pole champions from around the world.
Winter placed second in her first competition at the Vertical Pole Challenge in Las Vegas. Lookout for Winter as she tours the country providing specialty workshops for students and instructors. Most recently, Winter has qualified for the USPDF East Coast Competition and she is also in the running to compete at the International Pole Dance Fitness Association, competing with pole champions from around the world.
Carrie
Marketing Manager
Carrie Corcoran is a savvy social marketer, combining her love of traditional marketing with social media. She has more than 10 years experience in trade show and event management. She is a Certified Trade Show Marketer, CTSM. In her past, Carrie has been an Account Manager, a Trade Show Manager, a Meeting Planner, and an Executive Assistant. She has worked with diverse clients from the Department of Health and Human Services to Fortune 500 clients like Sun Microsystems.
Carrie earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech Communication and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.The first time Carrie took a spin around the pole she fell in love with pole fitness. She discovered a hidden passion and wanted to help share it with the world.
Carrie Corcoran is a savvy social marketer, combining her love of traditional marketing with social media. She has more than 10 years experience in trade show and event management. She is a Certified Trade Show Marketer, CTSM. In her past, Carrie has been an Account Manager, a Trade Show Manager, a Meeting Planner, and an Executive Assistant. She has worked with diverse clients from the Department of Health and Human Services to Fortune 500 clients like Sun Microsystems.
Carrie earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech Communication and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.The first time Carrie took a spin around the pole she fell in love with pole fitness. She discovered a hidden passion and wanted to help share it with the world.
Guest Instructors
Throughout the year, look out for guest instructors from the world of Pole Dance & Pole Fitness.
