Meet Melinda and Martena:
"We met through Talitha Dance’s Sunday Zumba session in Bed Stuy in 2019. We didn’t know each other before meeting in class. [Melinda] I remember taking a spot right next to Martena and our conversation just flowed. Her vibe really made me feel like she was someone cool. I thought it was awesome that she rode to class on a motorcycle!
At first, we would meet up just in class, maybe a text here or there, but honestly, after COVID hit our relationship took a turn to beautiful. We met back up in person at one of Talitha Dance’s outdoor Zumba sessions and we have been inseparable since!
Over time we have learned that not only do we share many fitness hobbies outside of Zumba, our connection is real because we have many similar life experiences. Our experiences and fitness hobbies have created a sister-like bond that has uplifted our personal wellness to new heights.
Talitha Dance is a place where you can truly come as you are and leave with something special. The classes are fun and full of love as you burn calories to an amazing workout routine. [Melinda] Being a part of Talitha Dance gave me a community in a place where I knew no one because I had just moved. Not only did Talitha Dance introduce me to some great people and an amazing dance routine, it helped me get my blood sugars under control."
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This year's Giving Season spotlights our clients who connect on a wellness level with others from our class, embodying the Talitha Dance mission to build a wellness community. They bring their peeps, turning class time into us-time, and connect with class friends outside of the studio. For us, they put the TY (thank you) in community, and we’re so grateful to be able to share their stories!