Zumba started in 2001 when Alberto "Beto" Perez, an aerobics instructor from Cali Colombia, forgot to bring his music to class and all he had with him were salsa and merengue tapes . Beto had to improvise the music and the ladies loved it. In a coffee shop, Beto partnered with two other guys to create what is now known as Zumba Fitness. Zumba has been around for over 10 years and it's still rapidly growing. Zumba Fitness was named Company of the Year in a December issue of Inc.com magazine. I have added the link to the article and hope that you will find it as interesting as I did ! http://www.inc.com/magazine/201212/leigh-buchanan/zumba-fitness-company-of-the-year-2012.html
ZUMBA ... What do you think of when you hear that word? Well, I think fun, fitness party!! If you have never been to a Zumba class or event you should take the time to check it out and see what the buzz is all about. Zumba is Latin inspired aerobic dance. You will see a wide array of dance styles. Some of my favorites are salsa, cumbia, reggaeton, bachata and of course a little hip-hop. The best part about Zumba is that it really is for everyone and you don't have to have a background in dance to be able to do it. Simply, follow your instructor and they will show you what to do.
Zumba Glow Party, Lake Wylie, Sc
I would like to share how Zumba has changed my life. First, I was a smoker and wanted to quit. I knew that I would have to replace a bad habit with a good one so the first step I took was to join my local YMCA. I did the usual treadmill, elliptical and weight lifting but I really wanted something that was more "fun" while still getting a full body workout. So, I saw a Zumba class and I knew right away that it was something I wanted to try. My first class I found my spot in the back of the room but I was hooked from the start. Eventually, I made my way to the front of the class and then in February 2011 I drove 10 hours, to Hattiesburg, Mississippi to get my certification to instruct. Here I am, two years later, still enjoying every class like it was the first one.
You can find my schedule at Zumba.com or you can find an instructor in your area. I also have some upcoming events that I will post later. I invite you to come join the fun while supporting some great causes!
