Siren Dance Instructors

Sonya Thompson

Monique

Barbara Robinson

Crystal Chen

When I started training at Siren in spring of 2007 I was desperate for a little spice in my workout. Having explored a lot of forms of dance, including belly, ballroom, and latin, I thought it was time to take another form, exotic. I was excited when I discovered it wasn't just dancing, which is still my favorite part, but an amazing workout too. The challenge of integrating tricks on the pole with dancing and the friendships I fostered through my classes and outings kept me coming back for more. Now is my turn to pass on what I've learned and share the joy of dance and feminity with other women!

 

Kere Blair

Kere has traveled and performed with a variety of groups including The Belly twins, Mohammed Khordadian, kiyana's dance company and more. Kere is also a dance therapist in training and has her masters in clinical psychology.

Michelle Mack

I am the proud mother of two wonderful adults and four Beautiful grandchildren.  At this time in life most people would to GET OLD.  I am here to tell you life is just starting!  I first tried these amazing classes with very good friends for exercise and fun, what I have received is so much more than I can explain.  It is not just the physical aspect that is very empowering, but the psychological as well.  I have deepened my bonds with friends.  I have made wonderful new friends.  And I discovered a very confident, strong and sexy stranger I never knew before, ME!  I like her :)  Remember, everyone's journey is different but the same. 

Ladies, let's walk.

Jasmine Burgos

Jasmine was born in the City of New York and raised in Tampa, Florida.  It was at the tender age of 18, that she discovered the world of dance.  Jasmine entered her first ballet class at the University of Tennessee.  While living in Tennessee, Jasmine booked her first job as a back up dancer for Grammy Nominated & Dove Award Winning Artist Nicole C. Mullen.  It 2004, Jasmine moved to Los Angeles to pursue opportunities in the dance industry.  She became part of the Debbie Reynolds Shcolarship Program, worked with several L.A. Salsa & Hip Hop Companies, and danced with various artists, including Out of Eden, Mexican sensations Marilyn Fernandez & Huiecho Dominguez.

It was that year that she discovered the goddess in her & found the art of burlesque dancing.  Being one of the original members of the Sassy Minxx, she was able to explore different ways to use music and movement to provide a seductive, flirtatious way of self expression.  It is unbelievalbe how much influence the Sassy Minxx has had on women's inner strength.  Jasmine wants to take that same energy and strength and share it with you.  Come explore, create & learn the Art of Burlesque... 

Dani Clemente

LeAnne Fuller

I went to a pole dancing class a few years ago not expecting anything but a fun workout. What I found was a life changing experience. In the process of learn­ing to pole dance, I learned about myself. My insecurities and fears; my courage and strength, my joy at letting myself have fun while I got in great shape. It was such a life changing experience, I wanted to share it with others. I licensed with Felicia Laconi, the creator of the Power Within Method and started teaching. As I taught I realized that I wanted to know more and sought more training. In the spring of 2007, I completed the Polecat Power teacher training.

Today, I am the owner of Siren Dance, the fitness based company that specializes in pole dancing. I find great joy in opening up doors to women on own journey. All women should have a place where they can get hot, work their bodies, explore their minds and feel like the amazing women they are everyday.

I continue on my own journey, down paths that are sometimes unknown, but always leading me forward.­

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Teresa Rohleen

I'm a wife. I'm a mother. But foremost a woman.

It has been a journey to rediscover myself. After having two children and caring for two whippets, the role of mother clearly defined me. Nevermind that I graduated Magna Cum Laude from college, held executive postions at various companies and studied martial arts for years, the role of parenting is a neverending challenge.

Oh, yes I was the human bottle for nearly four years. It was tough, but I was glad that I could do it. It was during this time I found Vixen -- a combination of yoga and pole dancing. Phenomenal! It not only helped me get back in shape physically, but it also helped me remember that I'm not just mom, that I'm Teresa too.

The variety of music was key for me too. Nothing really moves you like a great song. It is such a great feeling to dance and be free, get lost in the music and just be without any judgement from ourselves or others. It's what children do, but somehow we lose our way growing up.

I continued to study on and off for a year and a half then became a certified pole instructor through Vixen Power. It is through this journey I have met and befriended many remarkable individuals such as the women behind Siren. Strong. Sensual. Supportive. This is what they mean to me and what Siren is all about.

Other Interests: Sleeping, reading, hula dancing, rock climbing and water activities.

Christine Bonn

I want to exercise, really I do, but I hate the gym. I would walk in and feel like I was 13-years-old all over again, entering gym class at school with all those insecurities and vulnerabilities. I couldn’t stick with it. Then a friend (with the encouragement of my husband) talked me into taking a pole dancing class. The class began and within minutes, for the first time in a long time, I felt good about my body.  Leanne showed all of us how beautiful we were (face it, we women pick on ourselves unmercifully) – how gorgeous our thighs were, how amazingly strong our legs were, how fun our booty is! Then she taught us a pole trick and I was astounded at what joy and amazement there could be in that simple move – Wow! The next morning I woke up and I was sore…in all the right places. I realized - this was a work-out!  Another first for me - exercising can be fun! I joined my first 6 week session and I’ve been going ever since. When the teacher training came around I jumped at the chance to learn how to share this incredible journey with other women.  I hope that you will come to Siren and let us show you how really beautiful, incredible and strong you are!

Jeanine Benjamin

Hello Gorgeous Women!

Well, where do I begin…I am conservative, never a dancer and more of a caretaker. I am 41 and the mother of two awesome girls. I love to work out and have tried many forms of exercise from cardio kickboxing to yoga. Nothing has captured my attention the way Vixen Power Flow has done.

It all began at the prodding of friends to take Vixen Power Flow. Then, for one reason or another, none of my friends followed through. Hesitant and nervous, I showed up for class. The dim lighting, no mirrors, and support of the other women in the class were very comforting to me. For the first time in a very long time, I felt sexy and alive. I was immediately addicted to this workout. I have never been happier with myself and my body. This class had touched my life in a way I never thought possible.

I became an instructor because I believe in the journey. I want to be part of helping other women reach their physical and mental goals. All women should feel gorgeous, desirable and have a place to work out to discover their own sensuality. I became a presenter because it is so much fun listening to women laugh and bond in this most outrageously fun setting.

SO JOIN US AND SEE WHAT ALL THE HOOPING AND HOLLARING IS ABOUT!!

Dee Filipo

Katie Kaufmann

I'm a South Bay native raised on the energy and optimism of Southern California spending just enough time out of state to know where I belong. I love to play and to be playful, whether at the Sirendance studio, on my 1050cc Triumph or partaking of my favorite activity, PINBALL! Music drives my rebellious soul and I'm particular to the music of SoCal, be it Black Flag or DJ Quik.

Becca

As a mother, small business owner & college student, I realize that approaching 40, exercise is essential to health and happiness. On my 37th birthday I came across an ad for "learn to pole dance", which was great because I was looking for a fun NEW way to keep fit. The Private Party led me to Siren Dance. I have been a student of Siren Dance for more than 2 years. It has been an amazing journey. I have met some genuine women. Siren dance is a safe environment where I can express myself through dance. There is no "cookie cutter pole dancer.” By nature, women are both unique and beautiful.