Anja is a mother of five, a soldier's wife and has been living in New York with her family and dog since the beginning of the year.
Anja is the founder of Meno Balance Fitness and has more than 25 years of experience as a licensed fitness coach. Her innovative and holistic training concept is specifically tailored to the needs of women in menopause.
With her passion for exercise and health, Anja inspires and motivates women to master their menopause with strength and self-confidence.
"I love dancing, it's good for body and soul and I'm delighted to be able to support the fundraising".
Anja is paired with Fred Astaire Professional Elmar
Elmar began ballroom dancing in Germany at the age of 7, and through the years successfully competed in many Regional, National and International competitions. Upon completion of the extensive German training to become a certified dance instructor, he was immediately offered a position as Assistant Manager and Dance Instructor at one of the largest German dancing schools in Munich, Germany.
In January 2007, Elmar joined Fred Astaire Dance Studios as an owner and Director of the Brookfield, CT location and with the success of that studio He and his wife opened a second studio in Greenwich where he continues to pursue his passion for dancing. Under his direction and instruction, the Greenwich Fred Astaire Dance Studio's students and certified instructors have won top placements in competitions and enjoy the magic of dance.
