If you don't challenge yourself, you will never realize what you can become.
Jessica
Jessica Viola is no stranger to the sedentary office environment. Formerly an auditor at one of New York City's "big four" accounting firms, Viola left the corporate world behind 10 years ago to pursue a career in dance — a passion that started for her at age three.
"Growing up I was very shy — dance became my outlet, my voice, my reason," she says.
Viola graduated from the University of Massachusetts in 2008, where she earned her BA in Accounting and BFA in Dance — all in just four years. After leaving her corporate accounting role, she was accepted into Broadway Dance Center's Summer Professional Semester, where she continues to train.
Her drive to bring movement to others led her to pursue opportunities in the fitness industry. Viola's affinity for music and movement meant was spinning love at first sight. She began teacher training at Soul Cycle in 2015 and has since gone on to instruct and inspire students at several boutique studios in Queens, where she currently resides.
As a barre, spin, and dance instructor, Viola's inherent ability to make students feel instantly comfortable provides an experience that leaves everyone feeling better and brighter. Her classes focus on personal growth, pushing past limitations and (of course), rocking out to upbeat music.
Viola's innate talent and unparalleled energy earned her parts on several hit shows including The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Power, as well as dance roles in movies; Step Up, While We're Young and Excuse Me for Living. She can be seen performing in music videos alongside top music artists like Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake and The Gaslight Anthem.
As co-founder of Timeless Moves, Viola is on a mission to bring her experience in the entertainment and fitness industry to the corporate office setting to serve a distinctly American need. She utilizes her knowledge of dance, love of fitness and personal experience to inform business decisions, creating an outlet for all participants to let go, move and enjoy an enlivened siesta.
"I have always seen movement to be the best form of expression," she says. "Being a dancer my whole life and being inspired and encouraged by so many, I have found in recent years that I want to share my knowledge and power with those around me."
Having observed the need for movement and mindful breaks in the corporate setting firsthand, Viola's background makes her uniquely positioned to create and deliver customized, motivating dance experiences to offices in need. Working with Viola and the Timeless Moves team means making an instant improvement to your office environment, curated by experts who understand the unique needs and nuances of bringing motivational movement into any space.