Meet Anson! South Loop Studio Manager

Anson is a MaZi gem! She is MaZi's South Loop studio manager, a Gift of Movement team lead, a MaZi Dance Chicago company member and also a soon to be graduate of Columbia College's Master's Program with an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling and  Graduate Certificate in Movement Analysis program.

Everyone knows when Anson is in the room, thanks to her magnetic smile, sugar-spun sweetness and sparkly eyes & earrings.

"You heard right! ANOTHER SET!"

Don't be fooled though! Anson is a relentlessly focused instructor that delivers fun-filled Zi-Cardio & Ballerina Bum classes!

What do you love about teaching Ballerina Bum method classes?

I love teaching Ballerina Bum classes, because I love what they can do for my body! I started taking classes at MaZi last May after I needed some serious getting in shape. I quickly became addicted to the killer workout and the positive energy that exists at MaZi! Today, I feel better than I have ever felt before. The workouts are inspired and different from any other kind of workout, which makes teaching them exciting and enlivening.

What about Zi-Cardio?( MaZi's version of Zumba)

I love teaching Zi cardio because it is a killer workout that leaves me feeling unstoppable. I love the choreography and the fun music is always sure to lift my spirits. As an instructor, I really love when people are able to take the steps and make them their own!

How do you relax?

I like to relax through some good self-care. I like to paint my nails, do a facial mask, take a bath, watch a movie, be with friends, etc… I like to do things that help fill my soul and help me feel like a better me.

How do you rev up?

I like to put on a good song and dance around like a fool! It wakes up my body and gives me a surge of energy! Of course throwing my hair up into a killer side ponytail always puts a little extra pep in my step as well!

What fashion item can you not live without?

Earrings. I am not much of a fashionista (as most of my fashion choices have been described as “comfy”), but I feel like earrings can make any boring outfit a little more exciting!

Go to healthy snack?

Avocado!!! I’ll eat a plain one whole. So yummy and filling!

Fave indulgence?

Without a doubt sushi! While I definitely can indulge on items that may be more sinful, if I am going to treat myself, I do it with sushi!

What do you like about teaching at MaZi!?

I love teaching at MaZi because not only do they provide an amazing fulfilling workout, there is also an amazing community. I feel the environment created at MaZi exudes positive energy and I am so happy to be part of a team that helps generate the love and support that is MaZi!

Song that keeps you going?

I think this goes hand-in-hand with how I rev up. Putting on a good song will always lift my spirits and make me move! Some of my favorite go-to songs that help rev me up are: Forget You by Cee Lo Green, Beating Hearts Baby by Head Automatica, and Signed Sealed Delivered I’m Yours by Stevie Wonder….among many others. While these are not necessarily my all time favorite songs, they do have a great beat and I have some sort of nostalgic connection to them, which always brightens my day.

Fun fact?

I love to knit! I have knit hats, scarves, ear warmers, mittens, leg warmers, and my favorite…socks!

Your #1 Fitness tip?

To stay positive! Some days working out can be more challenging than others, but always stay positive by tracking your progress and celebrating the successes no matter how small. Positivity can help keep you going through anything!

Strong & Graceful 

Come take her classes at MaZi South Loop, Tuesdays & Thursdays, and she can also be found rocking out a MaZi Wicker Park on her rare free time, it's a treat to dance & work out with her! 

- Zi