LIKE BRAPP, BRAPP, BRAPP!

Rihanna, Riri...whatever you want to call her haha is my Spirit Animal (if that is such a thing, she would be mine). There's just something about her personality, vibe, and style that I connect with on a level that is difficult to explain. If there was anything I could describe it would be that her confidence and the way she carries herself inspires me to be stronger, do better, and even to just simply believe in myself on a daily basis. Day after day most of us are faced with the same routine, which at times can get overwhelming as well as boring. I believe it's important to dedicate time to yourself, enjoy friends, explore new places and cultures, or even take up a new hobby...

No matter what, each person who exists on this earth deserves to be as happy as we believe our "celebrity crushes" are and experience similar adventures. Throughout my short 28 year life (my Birthday is coming up in a few days by the way...the 16th), I have come to learn that happiness will not just fall into your lap. You must wake up from day to day and tell yourself, "I am going to be happy," "Today will be an awesome day!" It really is that simple and if you believe in it, then everything in your daily life will start to reflect that mindset. If you don't trust me, then try it for yourselves...I bet after a few days, weeks, maybe even months if you're willed to keep it up that long, you will notice some type of change in your overall outlook and daily attitude. I find myself smiling, laughing, and just looking around, noticing my surroundings more often, which has given me a deeper appreciation for not only my environment, but the people in my life as well.

Who would have thought choreographing to "Bitch Better Have My Money" would have inspired all that...lol...I am strange.

ABOUT THE CHOREO & TEACHING STYLE

Teaching has become an important part of my life and believe me I never thought that would be a "calling" of mine, but somehow it works. I truly enjoy my students and they're what makes me look forward to classes each week. Between hip hop and Zumba I have met some pretty incredible people who are out there trying to make the world a better place one step at a time in their own unique ways. I take all of this into consideration when teaching because I understand that everyone learns a little differently. I utilize a combination of methods from new ways of expressing movement as well as coming up with analogies that describe the movements that the students can relate to...all of this helps the class run smoother. Check out take two of this choreo and watch how each student puts a little bit of themselves into the dance.

I hope this post or the choreo brought some sunshine to your day. I know the world is a crazy place at the moment and we need each other to lean on for support and inspiration. Happy Monday friends!!

ESCAPE THE ORDINARY!!!