Marina Alvarez (she/her)
Movement Coach & Community Engagement Coordinator
Hi, I’m Mari Alvarez,
My role as Movement Coach and Community Engagement Coordinator is to offer communal experiences and programs that connect, support, and inspire healthy practices and enrich the daily lives of our members.
It is my personal goal to reach and serve others through various outreach platforms and conversations in hopes for them to find community at Thrive Ahead Co.
Although I have not yet had the pleasure of meeting the Thrive Ahead local community, I look forward to creating a variety of collaborative, inclusive, connective events, group workshops and safe space gathering of empowerment.
Building sustainable communities while meeting the needs of all its members is how I move through life. I pride myself as a community connector.
Growing up I was taught to help others and serve my community. It led me to pursue a degree in Architecture and Urban Planning with a focus in Community Development.
Movement is also a strong passion of mine. You can find me choreographing and teaching classes at a dance studio in the evenings. When I’m not busy moving with intention, my self care routine looks like walks or hikes with my pup, grounding, sunbathing near water or laughing amongst good company. I simply thrive best when in community. Therefore couldn’t be more thrilled than to work alongside a team like that at Thrive Ahead Co.
Areas of Focus:
Mindful Movement
Building Sustainable Community
Empowerment
Community Engagement
Populations:
Chicago Community
LGBTQIA+
Experience:
Choreography
Intentional and Mindful Movement Practices