Today we’d like to introduce you to CJ The trainer.
Hi CJ, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself
Hello, I’m CJ the trainer . Born and raised from Jacksonville Florida. Currently residing in Houston Texas and I’m the owner/ Creator of Twerkology 101. I’m an international Twerk / Bounce Dance fitness instructor.
Twerkology 101. Started as an idea back in 2017. I began dancing as a form of depression relief when my dad passed away in 2011. I became very passionate with dance. Naturally I was a dancer, but not professionally trained. In 2016 I moved to Orlando Florida with my company at the time, and met some local dancers who, in conversation, got me connected with Jamel Washington who owns Jamel’s top secret dance fitness. After a year of traveling with Jamel, I was in process of moving back to my hometown of Jacksonville Fl. I gathered 4 of my local dance fitness girls and created my first dance routine. Within about a week of practice, we took it to Facebook and went viral in the city! From there, it took off locally.
Humbly I started with 7 paying students after my first big free class, which housed over 107 people! After 9 months, I grew from 7 to a consistent 50 students a week. The studio owner attempted to sabotage my business and took her studio from me without notice.
Until 2019 happened. I went to a house party and recorded me dancing with a friend of mine. Just having fun, because it was a girl’s night out and I was the special host. In June of 2019, someone spammed my IG account and took that video and it started going viral on Twitter, Then Facebook, and then Instagram. After touching the major platforms, the blog site: The Shaderoom, took the video and posted. From there, I’ve hosted thousands of master classes nationally and internationally.
I’ve been blessed to teach Lizzo and also acquired a talent contract with Savage X Fenty by Rihanna.
I currently travel and tour the county full time.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
This road hasn’t been smooth. The hardest part was finding studios to use, especially when you’re not from the city. Dealing with multiple personalities, attitudes from different regions. Stealing and false claims to banks. Things that occur with a business.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m a dance fitness coach. I specialize in dance choreography for the sole purpose of weight loss, fitness and fun
We love surprises, fun facts and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
I’m not really sure lol. I’m pretty straightforward with my life.
Contact Info:
- Email: Xclusyvfitness@gmail.com
- Website: Officialcjthetrainer.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/Officialcjthetrainer
