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Big thanks to our sponsors thus far: Cleveland Dance Project, Ohio Arts Council, and Cuyahoga Arts & Culture

11:30-11:40 Welcome & Mindful Meditation/Intention Setting with Molly Weiss

Molly Weiss is President of the CDP Company Board. She is a dancer and choreographer based in the Cleveland area whose passionate and vibrant attitude helps her to succeed as a performer and a teacher. She graduated from the University of Michigan in 2017 with a B.A. in Sociology and a minor in Creative Writing; her passions lie in the arts. She began competitively dancing at age six and hasn't stopped since, trained in the styles of jazz, hip-hop, ballet, contemporary, tap, musical theatre, and acrobatics. During her time at University of Michigan she was a member and choreographer of a hip-hop dance crew, as well as performed in music videos and took classes through the U of M dance department. After graduating, Molly taught at various dance studios and choreographed for high school show choir and musicals. During this time she also trained on Cleveland's elite hip-hop dance crew, Elevāted, which led her to performance opportunities such as World of Dance and the Cleveland Cavaliers game. In 2018, Molly became the founding Artistic Director of Cleveland Dance Project Company, a 501c3 contemporary fusion dance company committed to promoting wellness for dancers and exploring the benefits of movement for physical and mental health. She furthered her choreography and performance experience by getting involved with Cedar Fair Entertainment as the Park Choreographer at Valleyfair Amusement Park, and had the opportunity to serve as Associate Choreographer for two of their immersive festival events, ‘Grand Carnivale’ and ‘Tricks and Treats.’ Molly is excited by the opportunity to embrace the athleticism, beauty, and art of dance.

12:25-1:10 Pilates Fusion with Claire Monda, owner/founder of Momentum Fitness

Pilates fusion

Claire Monda has been a driving force in Cleveland’s dance and fitness community for over 15 years. After graduating from Ohio University with a focus in dance, she began teaching at Creative Movement Center and quickly expanded her passion into fitness, becoming a certified instructor. For the past 6 years, she’s helped condition dance and sports teams across Northeast Ohio. Now, as the owner and founder of Momentum Fitness, Claire has realized her dream of creating a space where fitness, growth, and community come together. Supported by an incredible team, she’s dedicated to empowering others to discover their strength and wellbeing.

1:15-2:00 Foundations for Thriving Movement: How to Support Your Body On and Off the Dance Floor with Maura Trombetta, BS, FDNP, EP-C, CHWC

Dancers and movers ask a lot of their bodies, but the true secret to longevity isn’t just in movement alone; it’s in how we recover, fuel, and care for ourselves day-to-day. In this session, we’ll break down the key foundations that keep the body strong, resilient, and energized: nutrition, stress support, sleep, and simple recovery strategies. You’ll walk away with practical, sustainable tools you can start using right away to feel your best both on and off the dance floor. Attendees will also receive a special discount code to purchase the RWC Foundations Guide for continued support after the workshop.

Maura Trombetta, BS, FDNP, EP-C, CHWC, brings nearly a decade of experience in the health and wellness field. She specializes in autoimmunity, gut health, chronic stress, and hormone optimization. She is passionate about supporting those who feel unheard by helping them navigate their health with a holistic, personalized approach. Maura also brings a lifelong love of movement to her work. She trained in competitive dance for 18 years, attended a performing arts high school in Pittsburgh, PA, and later minored in dance during her undergraduate studies at Slippery Rock University. This background gives her a unique appreciation for the physical and mental demands that movers place on their bodies and the importance of sustainable self-care to support them. Her passion for root-cause healing was shaped by witnessing loved ones struggle with cancer, autoimmune diseases, and mental health challenges, as well as navigating her own autoimmune journey. Most recently, she worked alongside top Functional Medicine doctors, supporting high-profile clients, including celebrities and politicians from all over the world. These experiences deepened her expertise and reinforced her commitment to empowering others with the knowledge and tools to achieve lasting wellness.

Jen Fiala was born and raised in North Dakota and has always loved anything that kept her active. She grew up doing gymnastics and dance and moved to New York City in 2015 to dance professionally. Jen has a BA in Communications and a BA in Psychology. She now has her M.A. In Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is working as a therapist.

In 2016, Jen joined a yoga studio in New York City. As a yoga teacher she has been teaching yoga for 6 years. Jen has completed a 500 hour Hatha training in British Columbia, a 200 hour Vinyasa training in Los Angeles and most recently a 200 hour Vinyasa Sequencing in Toronto in 2019. In the summer of 2025, Jen also had the opportunity to lead the sequencing section of a yoga teacher training.

As a teacher, Jen is all about the smooth and steady beat and rhythm of a flow class and the mental and physical challenge that is inside the movement of yoga. You'll see her playlists are meant to match the rise and fall of the speed, intensity and movement of her classes. Jen believes yoga's purpose is to challenge and train yourself to be present, to evolve your self image internally and to learn how to be a better person for yourself and for others. 

The Dancer Wellness Workshop, as a part of our Community Wellness Project, is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.