Carlene Mitchell

Carlene Mitchell is a passionate and enthusiastic Dancer, Choreographer, and Singer with over 28 years of professional experience in the Entertainment Industry.  Carlene is recognized nationally and internationally in the industry as an Award-Winning Tribute Artist, as well as staging and choreographing various tribute shows and productions with multiple awards received in Las Vegas. In addition, Carlene is an R&B, and Jazz Headliner, singing in reknowned venues across the country. Carlene has also poured out her passion for THE ARTS through teaching music, dance, and theater to children, as well as working with senior citizens, and the general adult population. As a first generation American with a family heritage from the Carribean and from Portugal, Carlene's love for Latin music fueled her interest in Ballroom Salsa dancing which she has danced for many years. Her passion for Latin, African, Hip Hop and other various dance styles, led her years ago to taking Zumba classes as part of her own personal fitness goals. Carlene is so grateful that she now teaches what she enjoys, allowing her to celebrate others and help them reach and maintain their fitness goals as well. As a certified Zumba Fitness Instructor, Carlene is currently licensed to teach Zumba®, Zumba® Gold, and Zumba® Toning. She plans to receive additional continuing education and certifications in Aqua Zumba® and Silver Sneakers. Carlene is dedicated to making fitness fun, and a rewardingly therapeutic experience, as it inwardly provides comfort and healing to people!

As a Professional Entertainer, Carlene strongly believes in performing with, not just for, her audience. - “Performing is a conversation with the audience. We all communicate; we all get involved. As a Zumba Fitness Instructor, Carlene believes in creating a platform where her students are "the stars" and are free to express their unique self. "We all dance together; We all shine together !!!"