Maribel is originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, where she began her formal dance training with Danza Jazz Stage. From an early stage in her career, she demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication, later being recognized as one of the Best Dancers in the Adult Division at the AMTC International Talent and Model Competition in Orlando, Florida. Throughout her competitive career, she earned multiple first-place awards in hip hop and contemporary, as well as recognition for Best Choreographer.

A certified Latin dance instructor, Maribel is passionate about teaching, choreographing, and mentoring dancers of all ages. She is also an intentional coach and motivational speaker, empowering students and artists to grow not only in technique, but in confidence, discipline, and purpose. Originally from Mexico, she has expanded her impact internationally, teaching and sharing her artistry in Italy, Spain, Mexico, and across the United States.

Maribel continues to invest in her professional growth by training with world-renowned choreographers such as Misha Gabriel, Mia Michaels, Marty Kudelka, Brian Friedman, Robert Prescott Lee, Jeff “PHI” Nguyen, Napoleon and Tabitha D’umo, Tyce Diorio, and many others. She has completed intensive training programs at Broadway Dance Center and Steps on Broadway in New York, along with numerous national workshops.

In addition to performance and teaching, Maribel has directed and choreographed large-scale flash mobs and community projects to support nonprofit organizations including Special Olympics and Nova. Her performance and choreography credits include work with AMTC International, Danza Jazz Stage, the award-winning Outlaws Dance Team (recognized as Best IFL National Team), Rimrock Opera, Patron G, comedian Hannibal Buress, Eric Bellinger, and Terpsichore Dance Company, where she danced and choreographed for six years.

Maribel is the Director of Breccia Performing Company and Raíz Eterna Dance Company, where she leads with a vision rooted in cultural pride, artistic excellence, and community impact. She also created the piece Echoes for ARC – A Montana Dance Collective, with the intention of promoting resilience, unity, and hope during difficult times.

Maribel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, with endorsements in Spanish and Business. She currently serves as a Spanish teacher at West High School and teaches at the School of Classical Ballet and Montana Dance Center. She is also an active member of ARC, a Montana Dance Collective, and has co-directed El’s Clay and MadCo Dance Co.

Through dance, education, and intentional leadership, Maribel continues to inspire artists and communities to move with purpose, resilience, and passion.