Have you heard of Zumba?
Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance fitness program that has been around for a while. According to the Zumba website, the now-celebrity fitness trainer Beto Perez had stumbled upon the concept by accident one day in his hometown in Columbia in the mid 90s and Zumba became the most popular fitness class at his facility. In 1999, Beto brought Zumba to the United States and by 2001, he was approached by a couple of entrepreneurs, who all three of them trademarked the word "Zumba" to spread this fitness philosophy all over the world. The response to Zumba was great that that it created a big demand for Zumba instructors. By 2006, there were thousands of Zumba instructors worldwide, and it is still going strong, that the company launched its third DVD collection in 2008.
I am not exactly sure when I first heard of Zumba, sometime in 2006 or 2007 perhaps, but I never tried it until last week, and I must say I am hooked! The website defines Zumba as a "fusion of hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away", it further goes on to say: "Our goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, to get hooked." Well, they succeeded with me, and from the size and the attitude of the class I joined, I'd say they were successful with others too.
I was a bit hesitant to join ( I always am), but I do enjoy dancing, love Latin music and need the workout. And lets face it, if I am sweating the same dancing and having fun as cycling and grunting, I'll go for dancing any time. I am actually looking forward to Friday class. Can you believe it? Looking forward to working out? It is true, I have finally caught the Zumba bug and I love it. If you like dancing, need a cardio and toning workout, and there is a Zumba class near you, join! You won't regret it.
Comments (7)
Fun video! LOL at the guy with the hand fan.
I've heard of Zumba but never been to a class at the gym. However, every time I GTG with my friends and play our Latin music we do all those moves. Shakira's music is perfect for a great workout!
Posted by Maria I. | January 13, 2010 12:26 PM
Posted on January 13, 2010 12:26
Hi Candi, your Zumba class sounds very cool and fun. And from the video the moves and routine along with the music looks like a really great workout!
Have fun and enjoy your Friday classes.
Posted by Kathy (Trekcapri) | January 14, 2010 7:42 AM
Posted on January 14, 2010 07:42
I'd like to give this a try - it really looks like a lot of fun!
Posted by Annie | January 14, 2010 8:50 AM
Posted on January 14, 2010 08:50
I've never heard of Zumba either, but it sounds like a fantastic and fun workout!
Posted by Anne | January 16, 2010 11:08 AM
Posted on January 16, 2010 11:08
Forgot to say that I read your comment on the ST forum about your Dad's worker not being able to reach his brothers in Haiti...hope he gets in touch soon, and will keep them all in my prayers.
Posted by Anne | January 16, 2010 11:10 AM
Posted on January 16, 2010 11:10
This looks like so much fun! I might have to give it a try following the YouTube video. You will have to update us with how your first class went.
I hope your father hears from his friend soon.
Posted by girasoli | January 17, 2010 12:08 AM
Posted on January 17, 2010 00:08
I've never heard of Zumba,Candi. It looks like so much fun!Enjoy the class.
Posted by sheri | January 17, 2010 8:53 PM
Posted on January 17, 2010 20:53