When Cody Rigsby moved from Los Angeles to North Carolina at age 8 with his mother, two dogs, and three cats, he experienced “a complete culture shock.”“I remember looking over at my mom and being like ‘Mom, where am I Rollerblading?’” Rigsby says.Growing up gay in a small Southern town wasn’t easy.
The conservative and religious values of the region fostered guilt and shame, making self-acceptance difficult for Rigsby.Fortunately, he always had dancing, something he’s been passionate about his whole life.
His passion propelled him toward the bright lights of New York City and eventually helped him to become one of the most popular Peloton instructors.