MARYA ZARKOUT

“Marya is awesome! I really liked how she broke down the steps of the chopper, and it made it a lot easier for me to understand the mechanics behind it.”

-Lovely Lioness Student (Union City, NJ)

“What a thoughtful, attentive, and amazing teacher! She really cares about your learning process in the classes, she is kind and supportive throughout the entire experience. I could not ask for more. I will definitely keep coming more and more to Marya's classes.”

-Lovely Lioness Student (Union City, NJ)

“Marya is a fiercely dedicated, reliable, and talented pole dancer and instructor. I mentored Marya during her time at Body & Pole -- she arrived to the program totally prepared to make the most of it and she did just that! I watched her prep to succeed in her mock classes, train for a competition, and take on an extremely layered and challenging dance role in a studio production and deliver a truly magnetic, captivating performance. She is a triple threat -- performer, teacher, student -- and she truly brings it to all 3! I am so lucky to have crossed paths with such a powerful, loyal, accomplished person and I recommend her for all of the things!”

-Body & Pole Mentor

“Marya is a fantastic pole dance instructor, performer, and coach. She has an extensive background in dance and movement that truly shines through in her teaching. In group classes, Marya makes sure that all students are engaged and enjoying the process. She has a great balance of teaching technique and musicality, even when students have different needs and limitations. In 2023, Marya coached me individually, helping me create and rehearse a combined spin and static solo routine. She guided me throughout the process, and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without her! I highly recommend Marya for both group classes and private pole instruction.”

-Private Client (New York, NY)

"I've had the honor to be one of Marya's mentors during her time with the Teacher's Training Program at Body & Pole. During this time, she was highly attentive, always ready and willing to learn, and every note she took she translated it into her own teaching style with ease. Her attention to detail and dedication to movement is astounding!”

-Body & Pole Mentor