coach jessica mclaughlin
Jessica McLaughlin is an IFBB Bikini Pro, former NFL Cheerleader, gROUP fITNESS coach and the founder of POISE Posing Co.
Beginning her teaching career in 2015 at her mothers's New Jersey dance studio, Jessica has since developed hundreds of women through dance instruction, choreography, group fitness, and posing coaching. Her early experience teaching dancers of all ages laid the foundation for her expertise in movement, body awareness, and performance.In 2018, Jessica performed professionally as a cheerleader for the New York Jets. Performing before crowds of more than 80,000 fans at just 18 years old gave her firsthand experience in commanding a stage, captivating an audience, and delivering high-intensity athletic performances while maintaining poise under pressure.Her passion for movement naturally evolved into fitness and bodybuilding. In 2021, she began competing in the NPC Bikini Bodybuilder while teaching group fitness at Life Time Athletic, where she built a strong following as an instructor.In 2025, Jessica earned her IFBB PRO status and launched POISE Posing Co. Through individualized coaching, she teaches competitors how to refine their posing, master transitions, and present themselves with confidence, precision, and poise under pressure.
Jessica's coaching approach is shaped by her background in professional dance, group fitness, and competitive bodybuilding, built on a genuine passion for helping others discover their strength and confidence through health and fitness.The POISE Mission
Whether you're stepping on stage for the first time or preparing for the professional level, POISE provides expert coaching in pose execution, transitions, stage walk, flow, and overall presentation to ensure your hard work is showcased at its highest level.
Built on the belief that excellence lives in the details, POISE helps athletes refine every movement, elevate their stage presence, and bring their best package to the stage.