SimplyPassionFruit

SimplyPassionFruit, aka: Marlene is an Artist, an Educator, a Wellness Advocate, and a Kingdom Woman who enjoys fusing her passion for dance/fitness, mental health, and love for Jesus in all of her endeavors. She believes that movement is medicine and through the healing power of The Holy Spirit, we all have the access to heal ourselves from the challenges and wounds of life. After recovering from multiple injuries, medical diagnoses, and broken relationships, Marlene is a living witness that praise and worship music and movement have transformed her mind, body, spirit, and soul from the inside out.

Born and raised in Houston, TX to Trinidadian immigrant parents, Marlene is a Daddy's Girl. She has been dancing and teaching for nearly half of her lifetime, and doesn't plan on slowing down anytime soon. After graduating from the High School for Performing and Visual Arts ('06), Marlene spent time honing her craft and relationship with God while living in New York City. For ten years, Marlene taught in private fitness studios and large public schools while pursuing her BFA in Dance ('09) and MEd in Dance Education ('19).

Marlene is a gifted mover and thrives on being able to encourage people to fall in love with themselves. She believes that her identity in Christ has helped her gain the wisdom and courage needed to help others have a healthy self-image and the unshakeable resilience to overcome trauma and negativity. Marlene loves people and loves serving. Thanks to the Houston Chronicle, she was recently dubbed one of "Houston's Top Fitness Pros" of 2022. Marlene beams with joy and light and leads with love and integrity - authenticity and transparency.