TRIBE FITNESS, LLC - DANCE2FIT WITH MARLYS

Written by Marlys Kinard

I’ve been on a “getting healthier” journey since having gestational diabetes with both of my children. I started eating healthier and going to the gym with my dad and I remember telling him that there has got to be a more fun way to do this. That’s when I found Dance2Fit with Jessica Bass James, which combined dance, music, and traditional exercises for a cardio-blasting, strength-building, lean-muscle generating, exercise that is FUN!

Then, in June 2016, with the support of my husband, I went to Tennessee to become a Dance2Fit instructor. I remember telling friends and family that if I could help just a few women that wanted to get healthier like me, then it would be totally worth it. On October 3, 2016, I started teaching classes at Griffin Dance and I enjoy helping women become healthier and happier through fitness and dance!

All Dance2Fit classes start with three rules:

1. Have fun!

2. NO judgment!

3. Do you!

In 2018, classes grew, and more women entered the doors. It was at this time that I realized that all of this was a blessing from God. He helped me to grow into faith and fitness with dance so I could help others, and that’s when I decided to name my business Tribe Fitness, LLC because, as I always say, whether you’ve been to one class or a thousand of them, you are part of the TRIBE!

It’s been almost 7 years, and the Tribe has grown and done so much for so many people. I’ve been blessed to help with fundraisers for those in need, team-building activities for sororities, and fitness fun days at schools with kids. We’ve all gotten healthier, happier, and made friends. This Tribe of women will help you, do you!!

We start class with prayer, the three rules, and then we dance! Classes are on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 6-7pm. The cost is $5 per class or $40 per month. There’s also some Saturdays at 8:30am for $5. If you are looking for a fun, healthier lifestyle… please come dance with us! Bring a friend, and if you don’t have one, let me know and I’ll walk in with you! Find out more on our Facebook page, Tribe Fitness, LLC - Dance2Fit with Marlys.