We’re excited to announce July’s Goddess Spotlight, Vanessa! Every month we feature one of our amazing members as the Spotlight of the month. Keep reading below to learn a bit more about Vanessa.
What inspires you?
My past, the people I surround myself with, nature, music and my daughter.
What brought you to RGF?
I have been a single mom since my daughter was a year old. She’s always been my main focus. My family and friends have always told me I need to do something for myself. The summer of 2020, I started my search. I was looking into getting back into gymnastics but my schedule didn’t align with any of the gyms around me. When I googled “rhythmic gymnastics near me”, the first thing that came up was “Rising Goddess Fitness” AND it was 7 minutes away! My daughter and I came in to visit the studio to see what it was about and I fell in love when I saw a Lyra class in session! After seeing the girls looking amazing on the Lyra, I signed up for foundations.
What do you enjoy doing outside of the studio?
I love to garden. It relaxes me. Gardening teaches me patience, responsibility, appreciation and helps with my overall mental health. It is gratifying to watch the plants and flowers I planted grow and seeing how beautiful they have become. I love spending time with my daughter as she is now 11. She does hammock and it has been amazing to share the same interest. I also love going out to restaurants for a good meal and some wine. My family is very important to me since the majority of them are out of state or out of the country. I value the time I spend with them.
What is your favorite thing about aerial dance?
I love the connection I feel with my mind and body doing aerial. I am able to express my feelings through my dance. I also crave a challenge. Aerial challenges me both mentally and physically. After class, I feel happy, calm and proud of myself. It is also amazing to be part of such an amazing community.
