Sasha, founder of Take Up Space, a former professional dancer & choreographer, had a very fun career of performing, that lasted for 15 years (but hey, once a dancer always a dancer)! Sasha began her fitness journey in 2013, in New York City. She gained recognition as a popular celebrity trainer (working with Alicia Keys, Karlie Kloss, Ryan Seacrest, Dakota Fanning, Hilary Duff, and more) and was teaching sold-out classes throughout the city at boutique fitness studios. She delved into the fitness franchise industry, becoming a Master Trainer with AKT and a Guide with Kinrgy under Xponential Fitness. Her expertise extended nationwide as she trained fitness instructors and designed class programs.

After spending many years immersed in the performative world of dance mixed with teaching physically demanding high intensity group classes, Sasha reached a point of her own personal burnout, chronic fatigue, and anxiety. This led her to embark on her own healing journey, where she discovered amazing methods and techniques for maintaining an active lifestyle and attaining holistic objectives- knowledge that she currently imparts through her programs.

She is dedicated to empowering others to feel self-assured, resilient, and centered in both their physical and mental well-being. Thus, Take Up Space Fitness was born! Taking Up Space means being unapologetically yourself and refusing to shrink. Creating room for you to embrace your own presence in your life. Be your own main character, do things that bring you joy, find playfulness in your world- claim YOUR space!!

Incorporating dance, functional movement, and mindfulness- Sasha offers a variety of classes, sessions, and coaching both around Charleston and online. So, why not join her and start embracing your own space?