Patricia Mendez, AIA, LEED AP

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Participant testimonials

“I’ve been attending Patricia’s Zumba classes for about 9 years now, and she is my favorite Zumba teacher! She is so fun with a great sense of humor. I always leave her class in a great mood- and with a great work out! Patricia’s class is full of energy, and it’s a joyful, non-judgmental place for participants of all levels and comfort zones. 

I was really nervous to try Zumba for the first time. But Patricia’s personality immediately put me at ease, and her classes are so addicting. I was surprised by how quickly I was hooked. The music is great, the choreography is really fun, and class honestly feels like a party”.

Hilary El

“Patricia’s Zumba classes are full of energy! Her welcoming and encouraging personality make Zumba fun and accessible for all levels. Her music and choreography has great variety and during class, you can always tell that everyone is having a great time. I always look forward to her classes!”

Jill Meleedy

“It’s the end of another work week and the worries of ever day life have worn you out. However, today is a different day; it is a Zumba with Patricia Mendez day. Walking into the studio you are greeted with an enthusiastic smile and hello from Patricia and your mood begins to change. You are surprised that Patricia greets so many by name. The energy in the studio is growing as everyone says hello or waves across the room. There is a sense of excitement about seeing each other and the cares of the week begin to fade.
The music starts and Patricia is up front leading us on with her contagious enthusiasm. As the class moves with the music, and Patricia’s lead, you glance around the room. You are amazed at the people in the class. Together they make up every demographic of society. There is a saying that “everyone smiles in the same language” and Patricia has us all speaking the same language. Everyone is smiling. The next thing you know we are done. It is over too quickly. Thanks to Patricia, for a short period of time you have forgotten all of your troubles but don’t worry there is always next time. Thank you Patricia Mendez”.

Court Carruthers

Skills

Patricia is a highly rated Zumba Fitness Instructor with 15 years of experience. Her classes use easy to follow and fun choreographies that bring smiles and joy to participants of all levels of fitness. Originally from Peru, she shares her love for Latin dance and culture with her classes. Additionally, Patricia spent decades practicing volleyball at competitive levels, including six players and doubles, indoor and outdoor. Lastly, Patricia is a Karate practitioner of Gotan Ru (strong style) and her rank is green belt.