Mariann Gannon moved to Virginia Beach in 1982. Her love of music and burning calories lead her to dance aerobics. Being so inspired, she became certified herself and starting teaching in 1984. Since then, she has taught in all the local gyms including Bally's, Wareings Gym, the local rec centers, the YMCA and Inlet Fitness. While visiting her family in New York, she would teach as a ""guest instructor"" and loved every minute of it! Mariann became co-owner of a fitness studio called Ocean Fitness from 1991-1995 and enjoyed a reputation along with the many relationships/friendships that formed. Mariann's motto is ""fitness is the key to life!!"";"0