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Marissa Powers was born and raised in Westfield, MA, where she first fell in love with dance. She is now a New York City-based choreographer and dance educator. Known online as @_marissapowers on Instagram and TikTok, Marissa has built a community of over 100,000 dance enthusiasts by sharing her journey as an artist in NYC.
...Read moreMarissa Powers was born and raised in Westfield, MA, where she first fell in love with dance. She is now a New York City-based choreographer and dance educator. Known online as @_marissapowers on Instagram and TikTok, Marissa has built a community of over 100,000 dance enthusiasts by sharing her journey as an artist in NYC.
Her choreography is sought after both nationally and internationally, leading her to teach at conventions, host workshops, and set original works across more than 18 states and the United Kingdom. Marissa is known for her contemporary choreography, where she prioritizes storytelling and emotional connection to create meaningful, authentic movement.
In her classes, Marissa strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where every dancer feels encouraged to explore their own movement style and take risks, without the fear of making mistakes.
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Class Descriptions
Perfect for dancers newer to contemporary or returning after time away, this class focuses on building a strong foundation in movement, musicality, and confidence. Class begins with a gentle warm up, followed by basic contemporary technique, improv prompts, and a short combination that encourages self-expression in a low pressure environment.
This class is designed for dancers who are building confidence in their technique and are ready to dive deeper into musicality, storytelling, and personal expression. Dancers will be guided through a full body warm up, improv exercises, and a choreographed combination using contemporary technique and emotion.
Join Marissa Powers for a contemporary class that blends storytelling, athleticism, and emotional connection. Rooted in a strong technical foundation, this class encourages dancers to push beyond steps and explore the why behind their movement. Each class begins with a warm up to activate the body and mind, followed by guided improvisation, and a choreographed combination that challenges dancers both physically and artistically.