MARIELLE ALLEN

I am a native of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico and have throughout my life participated in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Growing up I was a dancer, basketball player, Track Athlete, Cross Country runner and Cheeleader between high school and college. I received a Bachelor's degree in Marketing in 2002 from the University of Puerto Rico and a Masters Degree from the University of Phoenix, Indianapolis Campus in March 2006.  

My love for fitness grew when I moved to Indianapolis in 2001 and found myslef wanting to share my passion with others around me. In 2006 after finishing my Masters I decided to get certified to be an instructor and that moment changed my life. 

I continued sharing my love for fitness before and after two pregnancies and pursued more certifications to find others ways to motivate others.  I love being with the public and I thrive on helping people feel better about themselves. "There is no greater satisfaction than having a student in your class come and talk to you after class and say "You push me and motivate me to be better" or "Watching you teach while pregnant shows me that there is no reason to give up or give exuses" This has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

Almost 10 years later, I am now certified in Turbo Kick, Zumba, AFAA, Zumba Gold, Zumba Sentao, Zumba Kids, Zumba Toning, Insanity and STRIKE (Lifetime Fitness specialty format).