Melissa is a licensed nutritionist and professional ballet dancer with a passion for helping dancers fuel their performance—without stress or restriction. She holds a Master of Science in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and is a Certified Nutrition Specialist®, having completed her clinical hours under the supervision of The Nutrition + Herbal Collective. Melissa specializes in dance-specific nutrition coaching that supports energy, stamina, recovery, and long-term well-being. Her work is grounded in balance, body respect, and real-life strategies dancers can actually use.

As a current professional dancer herself, Melissa deeply understands the unique demands dancers face. Whether she’s leading a workshop, collaborating with a dance company, or working one-on-one, her goal is always the same: to empower dancers with the tools they need to thrive—both on and off the stage.

Melissa is a licensed nutritionist and professional ballet dancer with a passion for helping danc... Read More

Specialities: Dance Medicine, Hip injuries, Women’s Health, Crossfit –

Jenna grew up a dancer, which is where she first fell in love with movement. She graduated from Nazareth college in Rochester, NY with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2011. She immediately began working as a Dance Medicine Specialist, and spent time with The Rochester City Ballet, Garth Fagan Dance Company and Eastman School of Music. ​ After relocating to Northern VA in 2013, she quickly realized her unique experience in Dance Medicine was able to fulfill a need in this area, so in 2016 she opened On Pointe Wellness and Rehab. ​ In her time as a Physical Therapist, Jenna has served as an adjunct faculty member at Nazareth College and George Mason University. She an active member of the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) and serves as on the advisory board for Doctors for Dancers.

Specialities: Dance Medicine, Hip injuries, Women’s Health, Crossfit – Jenna grew up a dancer, w... Read More

Specialties: Dance Medicine, Dry Needling –

Maeve received her doctorate of physical therapy from Mary Baldwin University and her BFA in dance and choreography from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has a passion for working with performing artists of all levels which has taken her to work with artists in Richmond, Chicago, and on tour with a Broadway musical. Maeve focuses on functionality to help her clients keep doing what they love. In her free time she enjoys reading, crocheting, and traveling to new places.

Specialties: Dance Medicine, Dry Needling – Maeve received her doctorate of physical therapy fro... Read More