Strength for Every Body

Expert guidance and approachable strength training—designed for real bodies and real life.

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zoom Classes

Join Maria for scheduled, live Zoom classes featuring upbeat, full-body workouts that combine strength, cardio, and great music. With expert guidance and thoughtful modifications throughout, you’ll get the energy of working out together with the convenience of joining from home.

$49/month

on demand classes

Move on your schedule with on-demand access to Maria’s recorded live classes, featuring the same upbeat music, full-body strength, and energizing cardio. You can get a great workout whenever and wherever it works for you.

$5/class for 24-hour rental

community events

Build strength, break a sweat and connect with a community that makes movement more fun. Maria hosts occasional community workouts and is also available to lead fitness classes for private gatherings, local events and community celebrations, bringing energizing movement, great music and an inclusive approach to every group.

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Meet Maria

With 10 years of fitness experience, Maria brings expert guidance, positive energy and an approachable style that helps every body feel strong, supported and confident.

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  • Loved the movements. Maria's instruction and cues are easy to follow. She takes the time to explain each movement and how it's supposed to feel. I've trained with her before and saw results. Looking forward to our next session.

    Diana

  • Challenging but in the best way possible! I enjoyed going heavy to test my limits then going light and focusing on form, it was the right amount of balance.

    Jennifer

  • Maria is phenomenal. Very professional, but encouraging and uplifting. I have thoroughly enjoyed my Saturday morning workouts, even with me not being a morning person.

    Maria D

  • She's so intentional about form and puts a lot of care into every workout she builds. I've done both her individual sessions and group classes, and somehow she still makes it feel like you're getting one-on-one attention.

    Valeria

Upcoming Events

Lululemon

Hispanic Heritage Month: Full Body Workout with Maria Cortez

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a joyful, accessible, full‑body workout led by Maria, personal trainer, virtual group fitness coach, and proud Latina creator of approachable movement for busy schedules. This special class blends Maria’s signature style with minimal equipment, full‑body strength, and energizing cardio. Whether you’re new to fitness or a seasoned mover, this experience is designed to feel welcoming, empowering, and fun for all levels. Expect upbeat music, community energy, and a space where everyone can show up exactly as they are.

This class honors Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting movement, culture, and community. It’s a chance to celebrate strength, joy, and identity—while supporting inclusive fitness experiences at lululemon Bethesda Row.

September 19, 2026

8:30am

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