Marissa is a choreographer, performer, and competitive dancer. She has been dancing for over 16 years, is trained in a wide variety of styles, and has over six years of teaching experience, working with expert choreographers and icons. Additionally, she has multiple teaching certificates from CLI Studios and awards from schools and competitions. She is currently a student at Central Connecticut State University, working towards a Bachelor of Science in Dance Education with a Specialization in Entrepreneurship. Currently, she is the President of Dancentral, a dance company/club at Central, and is entering into her senior year in the fall.