Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Marissa Lauren is a Canadian-based dancer and choreographer. With her extensive years of training, Marissa has performed, instructed, and choreographed throughout Ontario, Canada, including Hamilton, Niagara, Mississauga, and Toronto/North York.
At the young age of 23, Marissa began her journey owning Our Haven Dance Studios and Havens Heels Company in downtown Burlington. She has now expanded that from Oakville across to Stoney Creek and everywhere in between. Marissa has been able to broaden her repertoire as she was hired as the head choreographer for many different Burlesque/Cabaret Shows across Ontario. She is passionate and empowers her students in finding their confidence to truly express themselves in a judgment-free environment.
Marissa enjoys helping others navigate through life with a positive mindset and choosing joy every dance step of the way. Using her love and technique of dance, combined with her infectious laughter, Marissa finds happiness in motivating & inspiring others to become the best versions of themselves.”