Joni began her dance career early, teaching Modern Dance at the State University of New York in Cortland while still in high school. She earned a scholarship from Dance Circle Company at Boston University and graduated Summa cum Laude from SUNY Brockport with a BA in Dance and Art. She has taught at Cazenovia College, held an Artist-in-Residency at the University of South Florida, and studied with renowned companies such as the Martha Graham Company, the Alvin Ailey Company, and Merce Cunningham. After moving to Los Angeles, Joni appeared in commercials, print ads for Glamour and Allure, and modeled for Oscar de la Renta and Calvin Klein, also dancing alongside Baryshnikov in ballet classes. Joni transitioned to wellness, becoming a certified Yoga Instructor with Larry Payne and Samata International. She has worked as a Wellness Consultant for Toyota, Office Depot, Mattel, and Northrop Grumman and led the Yoga Miracles program, conducting seminars nationwide at resorts, spas, and conferences. Influenced by spiritual disciplines like The Science of Mind and A Course In Miracles, Joni integrates meditation, visualization, and affirmation in her teaching. Some of her favorite books include "Ask and It Is Given" by Abraham-Hicks and "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay.