Hello! I am Marissa, the owner and creator of Full Turn! I am so happy you are here! 

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I have been dancing since I was a child, have been a ballet instructor, and have performed in several local shows. I hold my Masters of Social Work from the University of Missouri, am a PLMSW in the State of Arkansas, am a certified Pilates + Mama Movement instructor, and am childcare CPR certified.

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My goal is to incorporate Social Work best practices with the dance and fitness world, focusing on the person over the product. Every person who attends class deserves to feel seen and have their strengths highlighted. 

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Full Turn creates approachable movement experiences built around the participant rather than perfection. Private Ballet lessons give young dancers individualized goals, technique instruction, evaluation, and encouragement.

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Mother-focused pop-ups allow mothers a place to attend Pilates alongside their babies, creating a welcoming environment and eliminating the need for outside childcare.

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Full Turn combines extensive ballet experience with a social-work-informed, strengths-based approach. Its clearest distinction is mother-focused programming where babies are welcome, alongside private ballet instruction designed to build skill without coldness, shame, or unnecessary intimidation.​