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Empowering lives through the transformative power of music and movement.
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Emerge with Hope is passionate about empowering lives through the transformative power of music and movement.

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About Exzetta Willis

Emerge With Hope Executive Director and Founder

Exzetta Willis

Exzetta Willis is a licensed Zumba Instructor and the Executive Director and Founder of Emerge With Hope. With over 8 years of experience teaching Zumba in various settings, Exzetta’s passion is to create an uplifting experience for her students, leaving them feeling confident, accomplished, and fit after every session. In 2023, she received the prestigious Humanitarian of the Year Award from Zumba Fitness, Inc. for her innovative Zumba and Zen program at the Valley Oasis Domestic Violence Shelter. This program brings the joy of music and movement to those in shelters, offering them a sense of empowerment and healing.

As a domestic violence survivor, Exzetta’s personal journey of healing through Zumba inspired her to share the life-changing benefits of this practice with others facing similar challenges. She believes in the power of community, and through her classes, she strives to build an environment where participants can feel supported, strong, and hopeful as they emerge from difficult circumstances.

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Testimonials

"Volunteering with Emerge With Hope has been a blessing for me. Showing up for people who have gone through many trials and seeing their hardship turned into joy, if even for a short time, while doing Zumba dancing is such an amazing thing to watch. Seeing the smiles and the laughter from both the adults and the children is priceless. I have seen and received great appreciation, and even some hugs, from the women for this time spent with them. They are truly the gift!"
Shelly Mount
Volunteer
"The emerge with Hope has been a true calling for me to bring love, compassion, wellness, and life to those who are suffering from domestic violence. Zumba(music and dance) Yoga(stretch, and mindful restoration) Is very therapeutic and healing mentally and physically. It’s personally gratifying watching the sad, scared, and hurt faces turned to smiles, appreciation, and love which brings me so much joy! The children playing with us while the moms are doing yoga give that little extra to help them forget the ugliness they are going through. The moms are very thankful even giving hugs cannot wait for us to return again. For me volunteering with Exzetta is a true blessing."
Vickie Henry
Volunteer
"Volunteering and teaching yoga through Emerge with Hope at Valley Oasis and Cherish LA is an enriching experience. During Zumba and Zen. I engage with participants of all ages. Adults arrive pushing strollers in Zumba shirts, and kids on dirt bikes with yoga mats tucked under their arms , eager to move and have fun. We dance, we laugh, we breathe, and find our footing together, as group. It is rewarding to see participants taking ownership of their health. Providing options for healing and wellness to those who have the strength and drive to overcome so much is rewarding. I am grateful to have the opportunity to celebrate the light in each of them."
Gina Ranieri
Volunteer
"Volunteering with Exzetta's Emerge with Hope has been such an incredible experience! At first I was hesitant because I was not sure what I had to offer but God is so faithful and graceful that He showed me what I could do. Some days I dance Zumba with everyone, sometimes I do Yoga, other times I play with the sweet children and there are times where I hold babies so their mommas can enjoy Zumba and Yoga. Seeing the client's faces light up when we show up, fills my soul with such joy and it is so endearing when they ask when we are going to return. Volunteering has blessed me immensely and has been such a transformative experience."
Miriam Torres
Volunteer
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News & Updates

Turning Hardship Into Possibility

January 14, 2025 / Doug Robertson / / No Comments
It’s here! The official website of Emerge With Hope! I’m excited to share this space with you—a space born out of a desire to make a difference, foster healing, and bring
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Welcome to Emerge with Hope: A New Online Space for Healing and Support

October 10, 2019 / admin / / No Comments
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Emerge with Hope’s new website, designed to provide a supportive and informative space for individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.
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