Devine Funk Dance

Specialties

Hip-​Hop Dance and Cardio Bootcamp classes for all ages.

History

Established in 1990.

Mariecella Devine, of Devine Funk Dance, began teaching fitness classes at Gold’s Gym, here in Portland, OR, over 24 years ago. She had a background in dance, including Modern, African, Afro-​cuban and Jazz, mostly through Portland State University. Since she transitioned to hip-​hop, around 1990, she’s taught at various studios and clubs, including 24hr Fitness, Oregon Ballet Theater, Conduit, NW Dance Project, and Polaris Dance, among others. She’s performed with many companies, including Oregon Ballet Theater, and in many shows, including Michael Curry’s «Spirits». She now teaches classes through 24hr Fitness McLoughlin and Hollywood, and Center Space Studio. These classes include cardio bootcamp, interval and strength training, and soulful hip-​hop-​style dance. Mariecella is an extremely energetic, talented, friendly and experienced teacher who can honestly teach students of all ages and abilities.

Meet the Business Owner

Mariecella D.

Business Owner

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Mariecella Devine grew up watching Solid Gold and Flashdance, and listening to Michael Jackson’s Thriller album. She moved to Portland, OR 30+ years ago and started dancing at Portland State University around 1990. She’s taught dance and fitness, locally, for over 24 years.