Brena, a Colorado native, began dancing at the age of five, practicing tap, ballet, and jazz, at the Centre of Dance for 13 years, and was a member of Broomfield High School’s Pom Squad, which won both state and national recognitions. In college, Brena focused her studies on the history and movements of modern dance and ballet, receiving her Bachelors degree in dance from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and later spent many years dancing professionally on the Las Vegas strip. Aside from her dance background, Brena is a nationally certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, and Master Barre Instructor. She holds certifications in TRX as well as Les Mills BODYSTEP, BODYJAM and barre fitness.