INSTRUCTORS
STEPHANIE - Owner/Instructor
Hi, I'm Stephanie owner and instructor of SHiNE™ 5280 in Southeast Denver, Colorado. I consider myself a lifelong learner which is why I love learning and teaching new dance routines to my backup dancers. I am a big believer that fitness should be something that you enjoy, not dread. I found my passion with dance fitness, I love hitting the dance floor and performing for an hour, all while burning calories and building muscle. I've been teaching group fitness since 2009. I hope to see you in class soon!
(Certified in SHiNE™, SHiNE LIGHT™ & UPLIFT™)
CURRENT SCHEDULE:
- SHiNE™ + UPLIFT™ Sundays @ 4 PM - Live Healthy 24
- SHiNE™ Tuesdays @ 6:15 PM - Flourish Movement Studio
- SHiNE™ Thursdays @ 6:15 PM - Flourish Movement Studio
CLAIRE - Instructor
Hi, I’m Claire, an instructor for SHiNE™ 5280 in Southeast Denver, Colorado. I was born and raised in Colorado, and my husband and I have three amazing kids who I am privileged to homeschool here too.
I was recently certified as a SHiNE Dance Fitness™ instructor, but I have been taking SHiNE™ classes since 2020 when I absolutely fell in love with it. Exercise is a really important part of my life, but my real passion is for dance and dance fitness. I believe it is an excellent way to express yourself and an amazingly fun way to stay in shape. It is even more fun when we can all dance together on the dance floor, so I would love for you to join me! I hope to see you soon!
(Certified in SHiNE™)
CURRENT SCHEDULE:
- SHiNE™ Wednesdays @ 7 PM - Live Healthy 24
Jennifer - Instructor
Hi, I’m Jennifer (or Jenn), an instructor for SHiNE™ 5280 in Southeast Aurora, Colorado. I found SHiNE™ back in 2020 during the pandemic & began taking classes online with Stephanie. It’s always enjoyable going out dancing with friends & the hip hop songs took me back to my high school days. It was so much fun to learn the moves while getting a great workout in! I began thinking about becoming an instructor in 2023 & took the leap to get officially certified in April 2024. It is very important to me to find a community that is supportive & uplifting, which is exactly what we stand for. I’m so excited to continue to build our tribe!
In addition to being a dance fitness instructor, I spend the majority of my time working from home as a surgery scheduler. It can be stressful at times & the hours can long so it’s nice to have a break to move my body. Hand in hand I am an independent consultant with a wellness company. Teaching people about health & self care is something I’m truly passionate about. Between all those things I set side time to spend with my husband & two kids. We enjoy crafting, playing board games, watching anime, roller skating & getting outside during the summer.
(Certified in SHiNE™)
CURRENT SCHEDULE:
- SHiNE™ Saturday's @ 8 AM - Live Healthy 24
Shawnee - Instructor
Hi dancers! I began dance lessons at the age of three, and haven’t stopped dancing since! I performed with my high school dance team, and later as a young adult auditioned and was selected for a new ballet company in my hometown of Little Rock, Arkansas. I have also coached cheerleading for the US Navy’s Morale, Welfare, and Recreation department. Once I discovered dance fitness I knew I had found my calling - to share my passion for dance and movement with everyone who loves hitting the dance floor too! I have taught for five years. I’ve called Colorado for 24 years, and some would say I still have a Southern accent. I have three amazing children, who live in Denver also. I would love to see you lace up those dancing shoes and rock a fun fitness class with me soon!
(Certified in SHiNE™ & SHiNE LIGHT™)
CURRENT SCHEDULE:
- SHiNE LIGHT™ Saturday's @ 8:30 AM - Heather Gardens
Workouts
SHiNE Dance Fitness™ brings original routines to life using hit music and choreography for all abilities. Rooted in jazz, ballet and hip-hop, this workout gives you a creative outlet to escape from daily stress. Each class includes the perfect balance of high-cardio and toning to ensure you receive a full-body workout with real results. SHiNE™ is a mood-lifting experience that leaves you feeling capable, confident and connected to a supportive community.
SHiNE LIGHT™ is a branch of SHiNE Dance Fitness™ specializing in low-impact and simplified choreography. SHiNE LIGHT™ uses all the same routines you find in SHiNE™, but we reduce impact, increase stability and modify the moves to meet your needs as a student. It’s a mood-lifting, confidence-boosting experience for anyone looking for a more inclusive approach to dance fitness. We believe everyone deserves the FUN that dance provides. Join us! It’s your time to SHiNE™!
SHiNE Dance Fitness™ has cracked the code to create a strength-training program that’s the perfect balance of effective and HELLA FUN! In fact, UPLIFT™ so much fun it turns fitness LOATHERS into LOVERS and LOVERS into ADDICTS. This is not a dance class, but each routine is choreographed to iconic music, and when safety isn’t compromised, you’re likely to find a booty shake or shimmy.
A 1-hour UPLIFT™ class starts with a cardio warm-up and transitions to standing routines with equipment, alternating between upper and lower body. A balance track is included after you’ve fatigued your muscles which is challenging, rewarding, and a welcome change of pace before transitioning to the mat. We complete the workout with routines for the core, booty, abs, and chest and a cool down with deep stretching. This UPLIFTING experience leaves you feeling strong and confident.