One of my most humbling experiences as a dance fitness instructor happened during what was supposed to be a fresh start—the first session of the year 2024.
Picture this: you’re leading a high-energy class, the music is flowing, your clients are vibing… and then water starts seeping through the floor. The room had flooded the night before due to a leak in the roof, but the damage wasn’t visible until we began to dance.
My first instinct? Stop everything. Safety and comfort come first. But before I could react, I saw my former dance fitness mentor—who was also attending the class—quietly mopping up the water between the dancers. No complaints. Just calm, purposeful action.
Then I looked around. My clients—some of the most successful and stylish ladies I know—kept dancing, unbothered and unshaken. These are individuals who had left the comfort of their elegant homes and luxury cars to come move, sweat, and connect. And even at the end of the class, when I apologized, they smiled and said, “It’s okay—it wasn’t your fault. We had to finish.”
That moment? It could make a grown man cry. While their response was comforting, I made sure to move the class to a better location the following Saturday.
I’ve always thought of myself as a consistent person, but watching these ladies—and my mentor—tune out the chaos and stay fully present was powerful. Everything else was just noise. They had come to dance as usual, and nothing was going to stop that.
Ronchez Fitness was built on that same kind of consistency. It made us the first in our space to run a fully independent dance fitness program without the backing of any gym. And for nearly three years, clients have shown up—every week, rain or shine—because they believe in the power of rhythm, commitment, and community.
Here is why we value consistency and the incredible dedication of the people around us.
Trust: The True Currency of Wellness
Over the years, I’ve danced with clients who run major organizations, lead global teams, and balance demanding careers with family life. These aren’t just clients—they’re powerhouses. Their schedules are packed, their decisions impact thousands, and yet… they consistently show up for themselves.
This is the same community that stood by us when management at our original venue would switch off the power because we were “making too much noise.” They waited patiently the day we had to delay a class by 30 minutes because the generator took too long to arrive. And still, they showed up the following Saturday.
Missing only one class in six years has taught me that reliability is built through consistency—even when things don’t go perfectly. When you keep showing up, people trust that you’ll handle any hiccups, because your actions show that you value and respect their commitment.
Confidence
Back in university, a lecturer once came to watch us dance. He was scouting for dancers to join the drama team. After we finished, he pulled me aside and said, “Never stop dancing. I like your confidence.”
That moment stuck with me.
Passion is one thing—but it’s consistency that builds mastery. I have been dancing since I was a kid in church, and all those years of practice make me feel at home on the dance floor. Whatever the crowd, I always remind myself: I’ve done this so many times—I can do it again.
I’ve also led sessions where only one or two people showed up. Even though they may be anxious as we start because they feel all the attention would be on them, they end up gaining confidence and loosening up. My message is always the same: “As long as you’re here, this is a full class. I’ll make you dance like no one’s watching.” I am happy when I get to pass that energy on—reminding every dancer in the room: You can do it. You belong here
Results, Growth, and Rhythm Over Perfection
Small efforts done consistently lead to long-term results. Our sessions are about rhythm, not rules. But I’ve seen consistent clients master real dance skills.
Personally, I believe I serve clients better through preparation and staying committed. As a perfectionist, I’ve had to accept that things may occasionally go wrong. But consistency beats perfection every time. People remember the other 1,000 times you didn’t mess up.
Remember, self love is not selfish…