Mess blends strength, sculpt, conditioning, and Pilates inspired movement through intentional programming designed to support consistency, longevity, and sustainable strength.
It’s not about being perfect.
It’s about showing up.
Meet Our Instructors
Amber Hirsch
Founder of Mess
Amber created Mess Method with the belief that movement should feel intentional, effective, and sustainable.
Drawing from years of experience in dance, strength training, sculpt, and Pilates inspired training, she developed a method designed to challenge the body while supporting longevity, consistency, and everyday movement.
Marisa Montella
Marisa Montella is an avid fitness enthusiast + instructor. Marisa was a Dance Major at Montclair State University and is a certified Barre Instructor. She brings her style, musicality, passion, and positivity to every class.
Laura De La Garza Noble
Born and raised in Mexico City, Mexico, Laura has dedicated her life to the study of the body and movement. A dancer since a very young age, Laura discovered the multiple benefits that movement has for body, mind, and soul. Laura continued her study of the body through a BFA in Dance performance, EdM in Dance education, a barre certification, and a Vinyasa Yoga certification. You can expect a class that combines cardio, HIIT, and strength training for a body health focused workout. Using body alignment and anatomical savvy, Laura bases each of her classes on overcoming the unique challenges each individual may be facing.
Ally Caminiti
Received her barre certification in 2018, and continued to enhance her education by pursuing her yoga certification in 2019, along with CPR and pre/post natal training. Ally wants to have a positive impact on the people she teaches. Not just becoming a healthier version of themselves, but the happiest. For Ally, Fitness isn’t about being the best, it's about feeling good.
Meg Grant
Meg is an experienced, Barre certified instructor that knows how to bring on the shakes in all the best ways. Her classes are always mindfully crafted to push you just enough out of your comfort zone while leaving you feeling accomplished and energized. She particularly loves focusing on Mat Frontal Core so get ready for some serious fire!
Donielle Janora
Donielle is a certified Flexologist (FTP) who specializes in dance-related injuries and pre/postnatal training. She is a former competitive gymnast, dancer, and nationally ranked pentathlete with certifications in yoga, barre, personal training, and assisted stretch. Her musically driven classes infuse strength and a playful flow in order to create balance. Donielle loves being a part of the Hoboken fitness community and helping clients achieve their goals!
Our Leadership
Amber Hirsch, Founder + CEO
Amber created Mess Method with the belief that movement should feel intentional, effective, and sustainable.
Drawing from years of experience in dance, strength training, sculpt, and Pilates inspired movement, she developed a method designed to challenge the body while supporting longevity, consistency, and everyday movement.
Today, Mess continues to evolve as a modern movement studio built around thoughtful programming, elevated energy, and community.
Ellen Effron, COO
For 37 years Ellen Effron practiced custody and divorce litigation as a partner in matrimonial boutiques. In addition to co-authoring several books, appearing on national television and radio as an expert on topics related to children and the law, and serving in leadership positions in the field, in 1985 she founded the Mediation Institute at Harvard Law School.
As Amber’s private client for ten years, Ellen had such faith in her creative ability, choreography, and knowledge of the body in movement that she eventually encouraged her to open her own studio. Never imagining she would be at the helm of another business, Ellen now proudly serves as Amber’s business partner and sounding board.