Our Instructor Squad
Alex
(She/Her)
Thursdays @6AM YES STRENGTH-Barre Thursdays @4:30PM YES STRENGTH-Express Barre
Introducing Alex, a coffee enthusiast by morning, a dance floor dynamo by night, and a personal trainer extraordinaire in between. Whether she’s leading group fitness classes or perfecting barre moves, she lives by Todrick Hall’s motto: “Nails, Hair, Hips, Heels.”
Alex has certifications in NCSA, CSCS, & Precision Nutrition- PN1 along with a Masters in Human Performance from Lindenwood University. As a former Division 1 athlete, she’s worked with everyone from college and professional athletes to clients of all ages and fitness levels.
Her mission? To make fitness fun and inviting for everyone. Alex believes that exercise should be enjoyable, so she creates workouts that not only challenge and motivate you but also leave you smiling!!!
Anneka
(She/Her)
Tuesdays @ 6:45PM
Fridays @ 12 PM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Chairs / Heels / Poms / Twerk 101 Special Events
Meet Anneka, your favorite British girly who is bringing her infectious and positive energy to the dance floor right here in St. Louis! She is all about empowering her friends, clients, and Honey’s to be the boldest and bravest version of themselves in her class.
With 15 years of dance experience under her belt, Anneka’s passion for dance runs deep. From Hip Hop to Heels, Ballet to Burlesque, Contemporary to Musical Theatre, and more. You name it, she’s probably mastered it!
In Anneka's classes, she's not just a teacher—she's your motivator and confidence-booster all in one. Whether you're mastering choreo or strutting in heels, she's there to guide you every step blending Hip Hop, jazz, and feminine moves, including floor work, BOOTY work, and twerking, that’ll make you feel fierce and free! Anneka knows how to throw down a party too! Jump into her themed Club Tracks and Remixes classes for a guaranteed sweat fest.
Anoushka
(She/Her)
Mondays @5:30PM YES MOVE/YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Meet Anoushka, a scientist by day, and dancer by night. When she’s not at work or Yes Honey, she’s probably cooking, at her favorite St. Louis coffee shops, or honestly, still dancing!
Starting as early as she could walk, Anoushka has trained in ballet, hip hop, Indian classical, and contemporary styles. Currently, she is a competitive Bhangra dancer, getting to choreograph and compete across national stages. While she has done a bit of everything, Her personal style blends contemporary and jazz styles with her Indian roots and her favorite pop music!
Anoushka is here to be your number 1 supporter and make sure you leave class feeling even better than when you walked in. In her YES MOVE classes, expect high energy, lots of fun and bumping playlists! And don’t forget to catch her monthly YES CHOREO classes, which cover a diverse range of dance styles! So get ready for some good vibes and let’s get dancing!
Arik
(He/Him)
Rotating Sundays @ 5:30 PM and 7PM
YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced Hip Hop)
Check out Arik, the talented dancer and artist, proudly born and raised in St. Louis! With a heart set on dance, design, illustration, and painting, he’s a burst of creative energy just waiting to amaze you!
Arik’s dance style? It’s all about that performance commercial hip hop vibe. Think feel-good grooves, clean lines, and killer footwork. With a background in skating and being able to interpret music on the fly, he brings that freewheeling energy to every move, making his creative process unique. He’s been all over the place—choreographing, teaching, and busting out moves with collegiate dance crews, hitting up various studios across town, and strutting his stuff at Kode Redd Dance Studio.
In his classes, get ready to learn advanced hip hop combos. Don’t forget to lace up your shoes because Arik’s ALL about mixing it up! He’ll pull from hip hop roots in b-boying, waving, breaking, and even throw in some contemporary leaps and west African footwork. Whether you’re wanting a full-on club track performance, smooth R&B vibes, or a throwback house party hip hop session, Arik’s GOT YOU covered!
Ashley
(She/Her)
Guest Instructor
Have you met our youngest guest instructor at Yes Honey? Ashley is a St. Louis native Dancing Diva who’s performed on national TV, in music videos, and at live concert venues. She is currently busting out moves and pursuing her Bachelor’s in Dance at Washington University, and is also fluent in American Sign Language!
With over six years of pro dance experience, she brings a ton of knowledge and passion to her teaching. If you’re into hip-hop and pop, you’re in for a treat—those are her absolute favorite styles!
Join her as a guest instructor at Yes Honey Studio, where she brings her signature blend of energy and style to YES CHOREO classes. Expect an inspiring fusion of strutting, Hip-Hop, and Jazz with themes like Poms, Heels, feel-good vibes, and Pop Queens, guaranteed to leave you feeling uplifted and ready to groove!
Chanel
(She/Her)
Every other Friday @ 6:45PM
YES CHOREO (Beginner)
Chairs / Heels Special Events
Introducing Chanel, your fierce, fun, and flirty GAL all the way from sunny Los Angeles, California. She’s all about those smooth R&B jams and sharing it on the dance floor!
With eight years of dance experience and counting, Chanel’s got the moves to teach a range of styles. But her specialty? It’s teaching her clients including her Honey’s how to be fierce, confident, and sexy with a dash of flirtatious sass.
Chanel is your go-to girl for beginners’ heels and hip hop. She’s not just about teaching you to dance, she’s also about empowering you to OWN every single step, especially in those killer heels! So, come as you are, and unleash your inner diva in Chanel’s class!
Clay
(He/Him)
Saturdays @ 8:15AM YES STRENGTH- Barre
Check out Clay, your go-to instructor for spreading good vibes and keeping minds and bodies in TOP shape. As a licensed mental health therapist at the hospital, Clay is all about that can-do spirit, ensuring you leave his classes feeling happy and healthy.
For a solid 8 years, Clay’s been dominating the barre scene like a boss, sharing his expertise everywhere from Physique Fitness to The Studio by Jamie Kinkeade. With certifications in TRX and strength training, he's not just about the moves, but also about empowering folks to feel UNSTOPPABLE, while making sure they’re pushed to their limits every single time.
With his upbeat personality and sassy style, Clay brings the energy, incorporating the best mix of motivational music to keep you moving and grooving. So, if you’re ready to jam out to some pop tunes and conquer your fitness goals with other divas, Clay is your guy! Sweat it out together and show those workout’s who’s boss!
Danisha
(She/Her)
Wednesdays @ 6:45PM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Get ready to dance with Danisha, St. Louis’s very own dance STAR!! Bursting with energy and a passion for movement, she’s here to make sure you not only feel confident but OWN the dance floor and TAKE UP SPACE!
As a licensed Zumba instructor and a former front-row dance student, she’s a PRO at bringing the heat and getting the PARTY started. With her, you can expect a mix of everything from pop to hip hop and spicy Latin beats!
Sweat, cheer, and unleash your inner dance superstar at her YES MOVE classes – and don’t miss out on catching those electric and upbeat vibes at her monthly YES CHOREO sessions. (They are beginner friendly!) Let’s dance, baby!!
Dezzie
(She/They)
Every other Monday @ 8PM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Heels / Chairs /Vogue Special Events
Meet Dezzie, the sexy Sagittarius who’s not just a part-time dancer, model, and musician, but a full-time Janet Jackson lover! Fun fact…Janet Jackson watched Dezzie perform!!!
From those early days grooving in church and school teams to becoming a self-taught dancer, Dezzie’s journey has been quite the ride! Along the way, she’s polished her skills and moves by choreographing for local talent, and now she’s bringing that whole mix of experience and flair straight to her classes.
Prepare for chaos (the good kind, obviously!) and a whole lot of fun in Dezzie’s classes. Her style has no limits! Expect everything from sexy heels to hard-hitting pop from cunty Vogue to intricate K-Pop, and everything in between. And hey, if you’ve got a special request, you better believe she’ll have the perfect playlist ready to go!
Favour
(He/Him)
Mondays @ 6:45PM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner)
Get ready to groove and dance your heart out with Favour, the ultimate party-starter from St. Louis! This versatile artist, dancer, choreographer, entertainer, and entrepreneur turns every class into an electrifying dance party.
With his infectious energy and killer moves, Favour makes sure beginners feel right at home as they dive into his unique blend of grooves and hip-hop style. But that’s not all—Favour might just surprise you with a live serenade, showcasing his impressive vocal chops. Don't miss his latest single, "Ali," streaming on all platforms.
In Favour’s classes, you’ll master smooth and unique dance moves with a focus on killer footwork. Expect to vibe out to R&B, Hip Hop, Afrobeats, and latest hits from artists like Tyla, Chris Brown, Usher, and Sza. Come join the fun and feel the rhythm in Favour’s class!
Jenny Hill
@yeshoney.studio
(She/Her)
Friday @ 9AM YES STRENGTH-Power Barre
Meet Jenny, the powerhouse behind YES HONEY Studio! Can you believe she opened her DREAM dance fitness studio while pregnant with her third kiddo during the pandemic? She thought, “if not now, then when?”
Originally from Chicago, Jenny’s fitness journey has taken her from the Windy City to the glitz and glam of Hollywood. Now, she’s bringing all that experience and big-city energy to grow her brand and community right here in STL! At YES HONEY, Jenny’s mission is simple: create a fitness studio and community where everyone feels welcome and can come together and just enjoy moving their bodies!
Despite Jenny’s background in personal training, group fitness, and yoga, here’s the kicker: she had ZERO dance experience! But hey, she’s all about diving into new adventures and shaking things up. So, she decided to create a space where she could groove and learn from the BEST instructors in town. Although Jenny is not on our weekly rotation, you may occasionally find her subbing a YES STRENGTH Barre, YES STRENGTH Bootycamp, or YES YOGA class. She’s also popping into many classes during the week!
Keeks
@kueenkeeks
(She/Her)
Sundays @ 9:30AM
Rotating Sundays @ 5:30 PM and 7PM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced)
Heels / Chairs / Twerk 101 Special Event Instructor
Introducing Queen KEEKS, your local business owner, dancer, and PROUD mom right here in St. Louis! She’s had the absolute joy working alongside some amazing artists like Paige Alyssa, Shai Lyn, Smino, Big Weezy, Mai Lee, and Drea Vocalz.
She has been busting moves since she was just 3 years old! From ballet and tap to jazz, musical theatre, hip hop, and lyrical — you name it, she’s done it! While hip hop is more of her jam, she’s always down to teach whatever’s lighting up her heart at the moment.
In Keek’s classes, whether it’s hip hop, jazz, musical theater, or even heels, get ready for high energy, a sprinkle of new dance moves, and a whole lot of joy-filled sweat. And let’s get one thing straight: her classes are all about having a BLAST! So, please don’t take yourself too seriously. Plus…she will be your loudest cheerleader every step of the way!! Let’s WERK IT!
Kelley
@kell.bauer
(She/Her)
Friday @ 6:45PM Fem Flow (once a month)
YES YOGA Standing Sub
Believe it or not, Kelley wouldn’t have even thought about stepping into a dance class at YES HONEY if it weren’t for her love with yoga. As a kid, she was always tripping over her own feet, but then, in 2011, she found yoga and it changed everything! Yoga became Kelley’s safe haven, her place to feel truly at home in her own skin. She credits yoga not only for boosting her confidence but also giving her that easy, go-with-the-flow attitude we all know and love.
Kelley’s not just your average yogi—she’s a 500 hour RYT with over a decade of yoga teaching under her belt. From one-on-one sessions to founding her very own Offbeat Yoga Studio, she’s pretty much done it all in the yoga and wellness world. Oh, and let's not forget about her secret weapon: her background in Tantra. Yep, she's got some serious tricks up her sleeve!
So, what's Kelley bringing to the table? Well, get ready for her original Fem Flow class, making its grand appearance twice a month at YES HONEY. But it’s far from your average yoga session. Fem Flow is a journey of sensual, embodied movement and acting, designed to help you let go of those pesky emotions by tapping into different feminine archetypes. Get ready to sweat it out, sprinkle in some magic, and leave feeling like an absolute GODDESS!
Mo
(She/Her)
Tuesdays @ 5:30PM
YES MOVE/CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Melissa “ Mo” Allen is a professional dancer, choreographer, & aerialist all the way from sunny Sacramento, California! With over 30 years of experience in teaching dance and group exercise, Mo’s passion for movement started in musical theatre and gymnastics and grew to include all types of dance and acrobatics.
Mo trained to teach Pilates under Elizabeth Larkam with Balanced Body and her expertise extends far and wide with Feldenkrais, Alexander, Limon, Graham, and Horton dance and movement techniques. She's also danced on the courts of the NBA, dazzled audiences under the big top with Ringling Brothers/Barnum and Bailey Circus, and even brought her magic to the glitzy floors of Harrah's Casinos.
She’s your go-to gal for getting that blood pumping, nailing proper alignment, securing safe pathways, and bringing out the BEST in your moves with efficiency and style. With a philosophy of radical acceptance for every person and body that walks through the door, Mo’s mantra is simple: HAVE FUN! Catch her leading the charge in pretty much anything YES HONEY has to offer, but look for her YES MOVE classes, Barre Express, and Pilates Mat sessions, where she's always ready to pump up the volume and spread love louder than ever.
Natalie
(she/her)
Mondays @ 9:30AM
Wednesdays @ 8PM
YES YOGA
Meet Natalie, your new favorite yoga guru! She is a true St. Louis native with a passion for music, yoga, and rocking the mom life! From a young age, she was all about dance and music, and now, she’s been spreading the joy of music as a teacher and performer for over 20 years.
Her yoga journey kicked off in 2016 when she got certified, and since then, she has been on a certification spree, adding over 700 hours of training in 2022 and 2023 alone!
When you roll out your mat in her class, get ready for a journey focused on more than just stretching and poses. She’s all about keeping those nerves in check, moving mindfully, and adding a touch of musical magic to every practice. So, if you're ready to flow and find your zen in the sound, come join her on the mat!
Nick
(He/Him)
Rotating Sundays @ 5:30PM and 7PM
YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate and Advanced Hip Hop)
Presenting Nick, the talented professional dancer and instructor from St. Louis! He is known for his kind demeanor, positive energy, genuine spirit, and calming presence.
Nick’s dance style is as diverse as it is groovy, tapping into the deepest layers of musicality. With 11 years of dance experience, including five years in the professional field, and a contract with 411 South Dance in Atlanta, Nick’s talent shines brighter than ever. Currently, he is lighting up the stage for his fifth season with Kode Redd, one of the nation’s top Hip Hop companies in St. Louis!
As an instructor, Nick brings his passion for dance to life, offering a variety of intermediate and advanced Hip Hop classes. From R&B-inspired moves to the infectious rhythms of Afro Dance styles like Amapiano and Afro House, Nick's classes promise a fun, challenging, and upbeat experience for all his students. Get ready to groove like never before under Nick's expert guidance!
Ryan
(He/Him)
Thursdays @ 5:30PM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Lights, camera, SMILE, it’s Ryan! A lifelong performer Ryan trained as a musical theatre triple threat and turned his performing background into a career in fitness for the last decade. A firm believer that fitness can and should be FUN.
Ryan has taught on an indoor cycling bike and dance floors in New York, Boston, Chicago and his hometown of New Orleans! A former SoulCycle instructor and NASM personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Ryan will teach you how to be strong, powerful and laugh confidently along the way!
Come ready to jam to your favorite pop girlies, Musical Theater favorites, and EDM bangers worthy of the club dancefloor, smiling the whole time!
Renée
(She/Her)
Fridays @ 5:30PM Saturdays @ 9:30AM YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
It’s always a fun day with Renée! Whether she’s trying new foods, exploring the city, or hitting an 8 count, Renée sees life as an adventure! She teaches, creative directs, choreographs, and performs across the country, primarily as a company artist with RESILIENCE Dance Company and Kode Redd. She’s also collaborated with many artists in live concert venues and music videos, such as Blanca, Kbthesinger, Aaliyah Weston, Jasmin Savoy Brown, and more. Follow her Instagram to catch her shows!
With over 20 years of dance experience and BA in Dance from WashU, you can get a variety of dance styles from Renée! She loves high energy hip hop, house, and jazz funk, but can throw out musical theater, contemporary, jazz roots, Horton, or even ballet! She gravitates towards hip hop, RnB, pop, and EDM but listens to any music from country to classical. Making playlists and sharing music is her passion, your requests may pop up in her classes!
She’s a believer that ANYONE can dance: get not only more comfortable, but more excited and energized to dance in her YES MOVE classes! Want to take your dancing to the next level? She is a musicality maven than can break down fancy footwork and intricate details, especially for beginners, in YES CHOREO!
Sam
@danceyyancey
(She/her)
Mondays @ 6AM
YES STRENGTH-Express Classic Barre Wednesdays @ 5:30PM YES STRENGTH- Classic Barre
Thursdays @ 6:45PM
Saturday @ 10:45AM
YES MOVE & YES CHOREO (Beginner/Intermediate)
Poms Special Events
Meet Sam! She’s our friendly and FEARLESS studio manager. When she’s not at YES HONEY, she’s working hard spreading good vibes as a mental health professional! Outside of work, you can find her throwing clay, sipping a cold brew, or reading in the park with her massive Golden doodle Teddy!
Sam’s not just about teaching—she’s also a judge for the Universal Dance Association, spreading her love for dance at regional and national competitions. She has also danced for two professional Modern companies in South Florida and a Contemporary Company in Saint, Louis. She’s the go-to choreographer for dance teams all over St. Louis, fueled by her passion for dance and fitness pedagogy.
Sam’s been rocking the dance fitness scene since her college days, and now, she’s certified in Barre by the IBBFA. Her classes are like a dance party in your bedroom—no judgement, just pure fun! And when it comes to choreo classes, she’s all about Contemporary, Poms, and Hip-Hop!
ShaTorey
@fittishwino
(She/Her)
Thursdays @ 8PM
Sundays @ 10:45AM YES YOGA Fridays @ 4:30PM YES STRENGTH- Express Barre
Meet ShaTorey, fellow yogi & barre girly! At heart, she is a music junkie, coffee enthusiast, and a wine connoisseur. She is also a lover of all things travel, food, and of course the queen herself, Beyoncé.
ShaTorey is yoga (200-hour YTT & 85 hour prenatal) and barre certified. She’s also a Reiki Master as of October 2024. Reiki (pronounced “RAY KEE”) originates from Japan and it is holistic energy healing through gentle touch. Reiki can balance and restore on physical, emotional, mental or spiritual level.
Join her for YES YOGA on Thursday nights (Yin) and Sunday mornings (Flow) and YES STRENGTH - Barre Express on Friday afternoons. Her classes are designed to enhance mobility, promote recovery, and emphasize mindful movement to energize your day.
Stephanie
(She/Her)
Mondays @ 4:30PM and Tuesdays @ 7AM
YES STRENGTH-Express Power Barre Wednesdays @9AM YES STRENGTH-Power Barre
Meet Stephanie! She’s a Georgia native who practically grew up on the soccer field. She was a part of the GA Olympic Development Team and later joined the Region 3 Team, which gave her the incredible chance to travel and play internationally! Her soccer career continued through college and in 2017 she made the transition from the field to the studio. Barre was the first method Stephanie was certified in and she fell in love with how gentle & low impact it is, yet how challenging it can be. She loves group fitness because it creates a space where people become community. There’s nothing else like it!
She is a certified ACE Group Fitness Instructor, Barre certified, has her Masters in Education, & completed a 200-hour YTT for yoga. She also has a passion for teaching people with visual impairments and because of this, she has volunteered at Camp Abilities (a sports camp for students with visual impairments) for 8 years now.
Stephanie has a love for teaching, building community, and encouraging people to move their bodies in a way that brings them joy! Her goal is to cultivate an environment where you feel safe, seen, and valued. Stephanie is a light that is sure to brighten your day with her positive, high energy. While taking her classes, you can expect to hear her talk about her favorite subjects...food and dogs! She will share all the fun stories to help pass time through those challenging holds. Be sure to bring the energy because she feeds off of it!
Victoria
(She/Her)
Sundays @ 7:45AM
YES STRENGTH- Classic Barre/Pilates
Introducing our sunshine-filled instructor, Victoria! When she’s not lighting up the studio at Yes Honey, she’s busy making a difference as a school psychologist in public education. And when summer rolls around, you’ll catch her soaking up the sunshine on outdoor adventures and, of course, diving into even more classes at the studio!
With over five years of experience and certified in barre fitness, Victoria's gearing up for her third year of teaching at Yes Honey (WOOHOO!)
Her mission? To create a space where everyone feels safe and pumped to move! From building strength and endurance to nailing that perfect posture and balance, her classes are all about grooving to those feel-good beats. And let’s not forget the props—Victoria’s all about them, helping you connect even deeper with your body. With a ton of modifications up her sleeve, she’s all about making sure everyone feels their best. Oh, and those “woo!” shout-outs in class? She lives for them!