Valerie D.

Valerie completed her YTT-200 in January. She’s also a certified Reiki Master and in the 2025 cohort of the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certificate Program under the tutelage of esteemed teachers Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. A former public relations executive, Valerie turned to fitness after having her first child ten years ago in Chicago. She was so touched by the important role group fitness played in her own journey, she began teaching pre and postnatal fitness, dance and barre in hopes to help other women feel strong, healthy and supported. She is deeply passionate about helping people truly connect their bodies, mind and spirit and is committed to doing her part to raise people’s moods and vibration through dynamic flows, upbeat music and positive energy. You’ll find her around the studio with a smile on her face (usually laughing at her own jokes) and always being your biggest cheerleader!