The Golden Girls, University of Missouri (Mizzou) circa 1985

“Growing up as a dancer, I never had to try to stay in shape, so most exercise regimens were mundane and boring to me. I was active and played tennis five days a week, but had gained 25 pounds since college and sported an unruly muffin top. After I started teaching four Mojo classes a week, I lost three sizes – and have kept them off. I’m sporting “guns”, and my energy level rivals any teenager. Most importantly, I’m having a blast dancing with my Mojo friends all week long.”

An ex-cheerleader with a razor sharp memory, Laura is a spitfire who brings delicious energy to all our classes. Laura was not a fan of group classes, but is now addicted to the Mojo boost and gets antsy when her Mojo schedule is disrupted. “The class flies by and I can feel it the next day,” she says. “I hit muscles I didn’t know existed and it puts me in such a great mood!”

Laura is a no-drama, no-nonsense Jersey girl with three young boys. She works with her hubby at their recruiting firm in King of Prussia and enjoys watching her sons’ sports, volunteering at school and hanging out with friends and family.

As one of our more mature specialists, Haidee is a fitness phenom and a wonderful example of how to maintain a youthful, muscular physique via a low-impact exercise regimen.

A former Jazzercise franchisee and instructor for seven years, Haidee is well-trained on how to burn calories and strengthen muscle tone without sacrificing your joints along the way. Her secret to a lean and mean physique? “Don’t Stop! There are always so many reasons to put exercise on the back burner. Don’t give in.” Haidee says her commitment to a healthy lifestyle has paid her back in youthful dividends.

Haidee’s passion to help others inspired her to become certified in health coaching. Whether the topic is weight management or increasing energy, she provides hands-on support for clients looking to lead healthier lives. Website: Health By Haidee

We’re thrilled to welcome Gema Arredondo (The “G” is pronounced with an “H”) to our Mojo Fitness crew. Gema is a teacher from Toledo, Spain (a stunning medieval town) and grew up studying flamenco dancing. While she loves Latin style dancing, when it comes to workouts, Mojo is her go-to.

“Mojo makes me work so much harder than most dance style workouts, but it’s still fun. I love how much stronger it has made me. I have muscle in my arms and in my curves. My husband likes cycling, Mojo is my sport. I love it!”

Deena has been Mojoing with us since day one in 2009. While she’s a little on the shy side, she’s impossibly cool. She’s become a close friend we can count on to help boost the energy factor up a few notches. We need all the help we can get!

“My Mojo journey started when I was about to break 200lbs – and I was not going to let that happen. I was never one to exercise, because it was so repetitive and boring to me. I loved the way it made me feel. That’s when I started thinking differently. I found myself walking more and making better food choices at home, and the weight started melting off,” she says.

“I find myself drawn to the wonderful energy of the music and the friends I’ve made through the years. If it wasn’t for Mojo I’d be over the 200 mark and I’m so thankful.”

Accompanied by an enchanted blonde ponytail and infectious energy, you’d never know Dolores was a systems engineer. Since joining our crew in 2010, Mojo has become a family affair she shares with both daughters, Rachel and Juliana – both of whom have appeared in our videos.

Since Dolores’ Mojo lifestyle began, she has lost two sizes and has kept it off. She’s enjoying a more taut midsection and continues to see new muscle groups come to life.

“I am an active person and I love the energy boost I get from the HIIT workout. The cardio is better than anything I have done before. Cindy’s encouragement to focus on engaging core muscles and adding resistance to my motions make each class new and challenging. The music is infectious and I am guaranteed to be exhausted and happy after each class!”

Since Michael was 5 years old, our community has been the beneficiary of his authentic, athletic, and infectious spirit. Having participated in team sports all his life, Michael says Mojo is his “happy place”, because of our welcoming community and zero-stress approach to getting a great workout.

“Not only do we exercise our bodies, but we also give our minds a break for an hour. I like Mojo’s low-key philosophy, If we cannot do one of the moves, just keep moving and have fun with it.”

Michael’s positive vibes are just as contagious outside our Mojo community, as he was just voted Great Valley High School’s senior class Homecoming King this year. He is headed to The University of Delaware next fall but promises to come back and jam it out with us when possible.