Mar'Koya has been dancing seriously for seven years. She danced with the Kristie Wright School of Dance under Kristie Wright, Dawn Mykut, and April Atherton. Mar'Koya trained in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical/contemporary, and modern styles. She earned a dance minor from Indiana University Indianapolis under Paige Craigie, with a focused curriculum on traditional Horton and Graham. She loves contemporary movement. Mar’Koya is an ever growing dancer who loves any opportunity to strengthen herself as a dancer. She been slowly diving back in after what feels like thousands of injuries but can’t wait show how dedicated she is to the craft! Mar’Koya is elated to be dancing another season with Strive, and cannot wait to be amazed by all the hard work the group will put in under Meghan's leadership!