Passionate about teaching the life-changing power of dance, CEO and founder of Melody DanceFit, Melody Afkami has created a new paradigm that transcends traditional fitness and dance. Notorious for her humorous and inspirational message to focus on the release of dance, Melody DanceFit was the first dance fitness brand in Austin to rent out local concert venues and bars in lieu of the traditional studio. What started out as a small ten person class quickly grew into events of a hundred plus people– selling out venues all over town. Melody has cultivated a following that is hooked to her message of self-acceptance, joy and transformation. She has taught for international conferences and festivals, including SXSW and Austin City Limits Music Festival. She's also been hired to teach for companies such as Lululemon, Facebook, Bumble and Google. Melody's life mission is to take the intimidation out of dance to help people unlock their power within.