Time for another Hoboken Girl of the Week!
Marie Medina is the founder and owner of Fitness Meets Dance Studio, a dance and fitness studio right here in Hoboken. Marie has a BS in Legal Studies and an MBA in Finance and has been dancing since the age of six. She has always been passionate about fitness and dance, as well as exploring different cultures and art forms. Marie traveled to countries like Italy, Spain, and Cuba in order to learn more about their cultures and dance forms. She also holds various dance and fitness licenses and certifications in Zumba® Fitness, Turbo Kick®, Hip Hop HUSTLE™, AFAA Fuze-Craze™ and several others. She also has been training in Salsa since 2006.
The lovely lady and owner of Fitness Meets Dance
Marie opened Fitness Meets Dance Studio in Hoboken in July of 2013 with the goal of sharing her passion for dance and fitness with the Hoboken community. She wanted to create an atmosphere that is best suited for the working women in Hoboken who dislike the over-packed gyms or studios and for those who yearn to dance and workout within an intimate setting. Fitness Meets Dance is where women in Hoboken come to feel the thrill of a dance workout, without having to be a professional dancer. It’s the best way to get the look and feel of a dancers body and to take all dance related classes under one roof. Its core clients are working women who yearn for a quality workout, the thrill of a dance routine, and the look of a dancers body. They’ve combined it all within a unique schedule, with classes like Zumba, Cardio Barre, Balance & Flow and Ballroom Fit. They also offer periodic workshops in various dance styles; this July marks the beginning of a new cycle of dance classes in New York Style Salsa and Divas in Heels (Street Jazz). In addition, all classes are taught by professional, qualified instructors who are active in the dance and fitness industry and possess backgrounds with valuable dance and fitness experience. Fitness Meets Dance Studio also caters to individuals by offering private lessons, personal training sessions, and customized choreography services for special occasions such as weddings. Additionally, Fitness Meets Dance Studio hosts private group events for occasions like ladies’ night out or bachelorette parties.
Of course, we had to have Marie answer the standard Hoboken Girl of the Week questions after gushing about her booming business!
1. What is your favorite restaurant in Hoboken?
I love The Cuban Restaurant. The food is delicious and I love the backroom’s decor.
2. What is your favorite boutique?
Anthology, they have the cutest pieces and everything is so affordable.
3. What is your favorite thing about Hoboken?
My favorite thing about Hoboken is the sense of community. Everyone seems very helpful and comes together, especially when it pertains to a good cause.
4. What is your favorite thing to do in Hoboken?
I enjoy walking around and absorbing the culture, from the unique cafes & gift shops to the brown stones & luxury condos. Hoboken has a myriad of things to “sight see” and walking is probably the best way to make the best out of it.
5. How long have you had a business in Hoboken?
I opened my doors in Hoboken in July 17 of 2013.
6. What is your favorite outdoor place to hang out in Hoboken?
I love Pier A! It’s beautiful. It’s a great place to think and get fresh air, workout, or go for a walk. Pier 13 is also great, the view is beautiful.
7. Where do you go out in Hoboken?
Teak on the Hudson & Willie McBrides are two of my favorite places.
8. What inspired your business?
I’ve always been passionate about dance & have been health and fitness conscious for as long as I can remember. However, after working at big box gyms and other local facilities I saw there was a need to create a studio where the atmosphere & hours are best suited for working women who are done with the over-packed gyms, and for those who yearn to dance and workout within an intimate setting.
To celebrate its one-year anniversary in Hoboken, Fitness Meets Dance Studio will be hosting a FREE open house in September. All are welcome to join and come see what Fitness Meets Dance Studio is all about — details coming soon. To learn more about Marie and Fitness Meets Dance Studio or to register for a class, go to http://www.fitnessmeetsdance.com.
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