"Mari brings the embodied wisdom of her diverse dance lineage to each class​ she teaches. She creates a nurturing environment that invites students to dig deeply and inquisitively into their practice. She seamlessly infuses technique into creative choreography while encouraging self expression, discovery, and spontaneity. Her deep respect for her teachers, her students, and her collaborators is apparent in all her creations."

 

Kristen DeAmicis - dance student 

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"I loved everything about Mari's class! What a vibe she created! The music was so good, she made it chill yet a great workout, and I loved her descriptions and reminders. Wow! So Impressive!

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Jenny Larson - pilates student

"I love dancing with Mari! She leads without judgement and creates an inclusive community environment. Mari embodies expression, creativity, and playfulness. I push myself to stretch and take risks in her class. She has helped me grow as a dancer and as a person."

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Kat Wentworth - dance student

"Dancing with Mari inspires fluidity, strength, freedom, playfulness, subtlety, beauty. Her movement facilitation invites curiosity, authentic expression, and grace. Dancing with her has stirred a deep embodied wisdom that integrates how I move in the world ." 

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Rose Rothfeder - dance student

"I'm so grateful to Mari for providing a dance environment that is nurturing and empowering. Through her workshops I've developed strong female friendships, and a deeper level of understanding and trust in myself "

 

Hope McManus  - dance student

​"My daughter loves Mari's nature dance camps! The setting is an idilic summer wonderland! She had the best time and learned a ton. She was excited to practice her dances at home and share with us what she'd learned, as well as what she was creating." 

 

Jasmine Santaro - dance camp mom

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