I LOVE that lady in green! She's out of the house, she's at an exercise class, and she made it right the way through, by the look of it. More power to you, lady - you're a zillion steps ahead most of us!
this is a great example of what Zumba is all about... not everyone has the same style or can keep up. the instructor obviously was trying to show us WHAT it's all about... and probably does help students keep up and learn the moves eventually.
BE the lady In the green shirt Scemo!!! She's out there getting herself in better shape and not being afraid of what she looks like. She'll be looking a lot better & more coordinated sooner because she's there, not sitting at her computer watching someone else.
she is a FANTASTIC instructor. We have mirrors and she is watching EVERYONE in the class. This was after 7 weeks of the class. If you can't get it by then, you're just not gonna get it. I love her and love taking her classes...she's taught me PLENTY. She even inspired me to become an instructor myself.
I zumba on Fridays in my area but I have to say that you teach a MUCH better class than I'm used to! Of course, the moves look familiar, but your method of giving direction is AWESOME! You're so much easier to follow than my instructor! Loved the vid!
I'm going to my first ever zumba class tonight, and this video has provided brilliant insight to a wary beginner. the moves are basically things i do when i'm pratting about in my dining room to music *giggles* i've been doing dance moves without realising it! thanks for posting! xx
When I was in my early twenties I LOVED dancing and music made me move. Im 46 now and 65 pounds heavier but I still have a hard time NOT moving to a good beat. I wonder if I could move again. It looks SO FUN!!
I have since become a Zumba instructor myself. I tell my class don't worry too much about the steps...just keep moving. Eventually you get the hang of it.
Wow! I think I just fell in love with Zumba! Got a DVD and WOW! Saw this class and it looks really fun! I'd probably look like the lady in the back with the green, the instructor is getting down!!
this is so much better than the ordinary old boring aerobic class where the instructors that I saw have flabby tummy and arms.. I open group exercise class that combines many types of dance and the result is great. My members like it. DANCE works more than running. Keep it up. I like your spirit..
It's great fun! I just started last week - have been to 4 Zumba classes so far. It's a big calorie burner if you put yourself into it. You just have to move and not care what you look like or who's watching! LOL
I do Zumba at the local seniors centre love the music, our teacher is Mexican and has so much energy. I could watch forever.(which I try and do) lol....
This is a great video, I added it to my favorites. I am just starting out and am having trouble with some of the steps! You are doing great with the steps!! Thanks for posting it has helped. Chrissy
thanks for posting this video showing normal people learning this stuff. I'm gonna start taking a zumba class in a few weeks and watching those commercial videos made me kinda nervous but after watching your video I think I'm gonna have me some fun doing this!
Fitness is all about what makes you WANT to be fit, in a class, outside, where ever you feel the most comfortable is the best place for YOU to exercise. I applaud the OP for showing us the best place for her! (BTW the wife wants to do that too :)
Hey! Im almost 20 and a terrible dancer, and I would not join this class just because Im too embarrassed to be seen, but I love this video and I use it as a workout 2-3 times a day and I love it, even though I still look ridiculous for doing it! Thank you so much for posting it! I am very grateful.
This looks like such a blast. I watched your video for a little preview before I attend my first class Saturday morning at my gym. It looks a bit intimidating though.
The lady up front in the blue reminds me of my zumba teacher. Its funny, I didn't think I'd like zumba because I don't like dancing all too much, or following other peoples dance moves, but just a week in zumba and I've been dancing anywhere that plays zumba like music, including stores in the mall. Super fun when other people join in too.
Exactly it's Aerobics/Salsa mixed with latin music. Looks like a load of fun. That older lady in the green shirt is my favorite. She Zumba's on her own beat and hangs in there...
Thanks for this! It's unreasonably hard to find a video that just shows what Zumba looks like for some reason. I see a lot of instructionals, and ones just talking about it, but not what it all looks like put together.
That looks like fun!! Had fun watching the woman in the green t-shirt at the back as well, hihi. But I applause for the effort she makes.... Can see why it´s a hype.
You did a great job doing the routine. Plan to see a demonstration in my area soon. I am encouraged I can do it because u did a great job. Inspired me to try the class.
Thanks for posting this. I was looking up Zumba and all I found were these way skinny girls dancing really fast! LOL Its good to see real people doing this, maybe I can get moving also. :) Total compliment to everyone in your class.
I'm glad to see that it's okay if you aren't amazing right away...The official Zumba videos scared me off...but seeing real classes makes it seem like something I might like to do. I love dance, but have gotten out of practice after having a few kids. I think this looks like just what I was looking for. Ladies everywhere are thanking the lady in the green shirt! : )
Don't let that stop you. It's not important that you follow 100%. It's only important that you keep moving. There is no recital or final exam...it's exercise...that's all.
I'm going for my first Zumba class tonight and I hope it's a good as this one. I watched some other vieos but this is the only one that really held my interest.
omg i got a workout in my CHAIR!!! You did so well!!! Great rhythem u have!! I was watching this because my first class is tonight to kinda get a hang of it. THANKS SO MUCH!!!
it seems awesome! im going with my aunty on tuesday for my first class (im 15) i like to keep fit but its sometimes a chore. this seems like something you would look forward to do. cant wait now haa
I love that Zumba has people dancing/getting moving. And, it's critical to bring a fun but safe dance experience. Limited guidance limits our ability to gain flexibility/agility/mobility/strength/stability - that is safe where our bodies are. Many are injured/frustrated doing Zumba, when it's only about "exciting, fun moves". Want to move at your level/range of motion, with steps, alignment bringing safe fun movement with a wide range of great music? Try Nia.
any chance you can name some of the tracks you use? ive been trying to finf some of them, and noticed you use some of the ones that the class i go to uses
She's just fine. I love my instructor. She inspired me to become an instructor as well. It's not about stopping and getting the steps right. It's about moving and having fun.
Thank you for posting this. I'm headed to my first class on Wednesday so I wanted to see if I could at least get some of the steps down before then, so I don't make a complete ass of myself. I was nice to see a real class in action :)
I joined the Zumba party two weeks ago. I attend just once on a Friday night. It is an hour class. I'll just say I'm over 60, not a lot over, but over. I've always loved dancing. Anyway, the first night I probably did about 25 min of the hour class. The following week about 40 minutes. So, I'm expecting to complete the hour soon. You just keep moving if you can't keep up. Its fun, and the music is great.
Keep it up! It gets easier. I thought I was going to DIE my first class. I was so uncoordinated it wasn't funny! By week 8, I had it down...almost. I just started session 2 and we had some new songs...I was an uncoordinated mess again :) But it sure was fun!!
if you dont mind me asking how much have you lost with doing zumba coz im trying to start up my on work out routine and im trying to look for the most effective work outs
I agree with sashia324 about "what is Zumba" . As far as teaching Zumba. You as an individual taking the class has to be more considerate that teaching a Zumba class or any other class is a totally a new dimension and also a learning curve for the instructor to improve in their teaching abilities. It's a skill that improves in time. You can't always please everyone. So have fun and join the party : )
St. Louis, MO. Her name is Darlene and she is AWESOME! Since I became an instructor, I don't get to Zumba with her much anymore...but I do whenever I can!
@Chib1Chan most instructors do not break down the steps. It's not a dance class, it's a fitness class. the main idea is to get your heart rate up and keep it there for 45 min - hour. You'll do fine! It takes 3-4 weeks to get comfortable with the routines.
Wow what a great job u do!! Im so scared to take this class cause im probably going to suck at it!! But my sister and cousin want me to take it with them!!
I have a really bad shoulder, and can't do many sorts of workouts as I can't strain it, I've been wondering about following a zumba class... Do you reckon it could work out?
I'm starting to Zumba this week, along with some cardio (running ex) workout and combined with healthy food, how fast will you think i can loose weight? my goal is 6 kilo :) Can't wait to start!
Hi Angela - thanks! I'm actually wearing Jazz Sneakers. They are designed for easy movement on the hardwood floor. There are a lot of pivots and twists in Zumba and the less traction on your shoes, the better! Thanks for your concern! :D
It's cute to see how people are just so drastically different - specifically in the way they move. Barely anyone is actually moving at the waist, like the teacher. But this looks like a killer workout to me!
You're a great instructor! I'm surprised you don't use a headset microphone like my gym's instructors do. Is it personal preference or is that really a small room?
That's fantastic! I started Zumba at about the same weight...I got down to 172 before having my 2nd baby. I'm back to instructing (I'm NOT the instructor in this video...I'm the gal in black) and I'm at 229 now. I'm instructing 3 days a week.
I LOVE that lady in green! She's out of the house, she's at an exercise class, and she made it right the way through, by the look of it. More power to you, lady - you're a zillion steps ahead most of us!
the lady in green made my day
I love watching that lady in the green shirt... not that would be me... :) -- Thanks, now I know what Zumba is all about!
this is a great example of what Zumba is all about... not everyone has the same style or can keep up. the instructor obviously was trying to show us WHAT it's all about... and probably does help students keep up and learn the moves eventually.
lol lady in the back with the green shirt be like forget yall im doing what i want
That be something like me lol
Thanks! That's me! :-)
I'm the one in the black. This was taken two years ago. I have since become an instructor myself.
I would totally be the lady in the green shirt... poor lady :P
Scemo Person ikr poor lady...
Me too. I have no rhythm .
BE the lady In the green shirt Scemo!!! She's out there getting herself in better shape and not being afraid of what she looks like. She'll be looking a lot better & more coordinated sooner because she's there, not sitting at her computer watching someone else.
+Scemo Person What? She probably is just starting. If not, so what? She's livin' the dream. Hey, thanks. I think I just encouraged MYSELF!
Excellent job Sashia! Thanks for the video -- I have never seen a Zumba class before. Looks like a lot of fun and exercise!
Thank you for sharing your Zumba class with us! Fantastic! You got me inspired too. :) Have an awesome day --
Man am I glad I looked it up before just showing up.
Great video! Thank you for sharing. Your teacher is an incredible dancer.. When I am out of my cast, I am going to Zumba.
I can't wait to try this. I've just started Zumba and love it. Thanks heaps.
she is a FANTASTIC instructor. We have mirrors and she is watching EVERYONE in the class. This was after 7 weeks of the class. If you can't get it by then, you're just not gonna get it. I love her and love taking her classes...she's taught me PLENTY. She even inspired me to become an instructor myself.
I zumba on Fridays in my area but I have to say that you teach a MUCH better class than I'm used to! Of course, the moves look familiar, but your method of giving direction is AWESOME! You're so much easier to follow than my instructor! Loved the vid!
I'm going to my first ever zumba class tonight, and this video has provided brilliant insight to a wary beginner. the moves are basically things i do when i'm pratting about in my dining room to music *giggles* i've been doing dance moves without realising it!
thanks for posting! xx
When I was in my early twenties I LOVED dancing and music made me move. Im 46 now and 65 pounds heavier but I still have a hard time NOT moving to a good beat. I wonder if I could move again. It looks SO FUN!!
Always cute seeing the shy people in the back. That would totally be me! I really want to try this.
I have since become a Zumba instructor myself. I tell my class don't worry too much about the steps...just keep moving. Eventually you get the hang of it.
Wow! I think I just fell in love with Zumba! Got a DVD and WOW! Saw this class and it looks really fun! I'd probably look like the lady in the back with the green, the instructor is getting down!!
Everyone looks like they are enjoying themselves! Takes a lot of courage for uncoordinated people to put themselves out there. Kudos!!
Thanks for posting, I have my first class this afternoon and wasn't sure what to expect.
This is what I do when I am alone in my room.
This is about moving your body and having a good time, it is not about perfecting dance moves. Good beats and good moves. I love it!
this is so much better than the ordinary old boring aerobic class where the instructors that I saw have flabby tummy and arms.. I open group exercise class that combines many types of dance and the result is great. My members like it. DANCE works more than running. Keep it up. I like your spirit..
Awesome!!!! I want to sign up as soon as possible. It looks like a lot of fun.
Thanks for posting this! I'm considering Zumba..It looks like fun and a great way to exercise!
It's great fun! I just started last week - have been to 4 Zumba classes so far. It's a big calorie burner if you put yourself into it. You just have to move and not care what you look like or who's watching! LOL
I do Zumba at the local seniors centre
love the music, our teacher is Mexican and has so much energy. I could watch forever.(which I try and do) lol....
i just went to a workshop this weekend in texas, you're gonna love the workshop, i have lots of practice to do. have fun and take it all in.
This is a great video, I added it to my favorites. I am just starting out and am having trouble with some of the steps! You are doing great with the steps!! Thanks for posting it has helped. Chrissy
thanks for posting this video showing normal people learning this stuff. I'm gonna start taking a zumba class in a few weeks and watching those commercial videos made me kinda nervous but after watching your video I think I'm gonna have me some fun doing this!
Fitness is all about what makes you WANT to be fit, in a class, outside, where ever you feel the most comfortable is the best place for YOU to exercise. I applaud the OP for showing us the best place for her! (BTW the wife wants to do that too :)
Hey! Im almost 20 and a terrible dancer, and I would not join this class just because Im too embarrassed to be seen, but I love this video and I use it as a workout 2-3 times a day and I love it, even though I still look ridiculous for doing it! Thank you so much for posting it! I am very grateful.
This looks like such a blast. I watched your video for a little preview before I attend my first class Saturday morning at my gym. It looks a bit intimidating though.
that looks like so much fun and it looks like they are working all muscle groups.... thank u for posting it...
The lady up front in the blue reminds me of my zumba teacher. Its funny, I didn't think I'd like zumba because I don't like dancing all too much, or following other peoples dance moves, but just a week in zumba and I've been dancing anywhere that plays zumba like music, including stores in the mall. Super fun when other people join in too.
My friends are totally into this stuff right now, and I've never checked it out before.. but this looks like a lot of fun! Thanks for the video.
thanks for the vid, I was thinking of taking up an exercise class and your vid makes zumba look like the kind of thing I might enjoy.
Great Job Everyone! Keep it up!! I absolutely enjoy my Zumba class, and it's so nice to see everyone else enjoys it so much too! :)
Exactly it's Aerobics/Salsa mixed with latin music. Looks like a load of fun. That older lady in the green shirt is my favorite. She Zumba's on her own beat and hangs in there...
Thanks for this! It's unreasonably hard to find a video that just shows what Zumba looks like for some reason. I see a lot of instructionals, and ones just talking about it, but not what it all looks like put together.
That looks like fun!! Had fun watching the woman in the green t-shirt at the back as well, hihi. But I applause for the effort she makes.... Can see why it´s a hype.
a new zumba studio just opened up about two blocks from my house, i always wanted to try it and this looks like so much fun.
This looks like a lot of fun! I feel bad for the lady in the green, though......she looks shy! I want to start this.......
It's called African Dreams and it's on one of the ZIN (Zumba Instructors Network) CDs.
You did a great job doing the routine. Plan to see a demonstration in my area soon. I am encouraged I can do it because u did a great job. Inspired me to try the class.
I just did my first Zumba class today and loved it. You are rocking that class Sahsia324! Way to go!!!!
Hey lady great job and great fun :))) thanks a lot for posting this :)
Thanks for posting this. I was looking up Zumba and all I found were these way skinny girls dancing really fast! LOL Its good to see real people doing this, maybe I can get moving also. :) Total compliment to everyone in your class.
Gonna start a Zumba class on Monday...looks like so much fun!!
I'm glad to see that it's okay if you aren't amazing right away...The official Zumba videos scared me off...but seeing real classes makes it seem like something I might like to do. I love dance, but have gotten out of practice after having a few kids. I think this looks like just what I was looking for. Ladies everywhere are thanking the lady in the green shirt! : )
My mom was doing this in the living room. Then I saw the lady in green. I had to put this on my favorites.
Don't let that stop you. It's not important that you follow 100%. It's only important that you keep moving. There is no recital or final exam...it's exercise...that's all.
I'm going for my first Zumba class tonight and I hope it's a good as this one. I watched some other vieos but this is the only one that really held my interest.
Oh my god this looks like so much fun, makes me miss my classes.
Wow you teach a great class but I think I would die if I had to do that for an hour!! but it looks so fun.
That looks like great fun. Is it something that is doable for at-home exercise?
Shake it mama!!! Looks fun, my wife just bought the Wii program so "we" can exercise in front of our tv until we can find a class.
omg i got a workout in my CHAIR!!! You did so well!!! Great rhythem u have!! I was watching this because my first class is tonight to kinda get a hang of it. THANKS SO MUCH!!!
it seems awesome! im going with my aunty on tuesday for my first class (im 15) i like to keep fit but its sometimes a chore. this seems like something you would look forward to do. cant wait now haa
You keep up really well. I love the big goofy grin on your face, you look like you are having so much fun!
you should be soooo proud, you give us all inspiration!
I love that Zumba has people dancing/getting moving. And, it's critical to bring a fun but safe dance experience. Limited guidance limits our ability to gain flexibility/agility/mobility/strength/stability - that is safe where our bodies are. Many are injured/frustrated doing Zumba, when it's only about "exciting, fun moves".
Want to move at your level/range of motion, with steps, alignment bringing safe fun movement with a wide range of great music? Try Nia.
Wow....I think I would actually like doing something like this. Looks like fun.
Oh My Gosh!! That was SOME workput!!
Do I have what it takes? No way!!
so impressed with your moves Sashia! Thanks so much for sharing this video -- you give me courage!
any chance you can name some of the tracks you use? ive been trying to finf some of them, and noticed you use some of the ones that the class i go to uses
She's just fine. I love my instructor. She inspired me to become an instructor as well. It's not about stopping and getting the steps right. It's about moving and having fun.
Thank you for posting this. I'm headed to my first class on Wednesday so I wanted to see if I could at least get some of the steps down before then, so I don't make a complete ass of myself. I was nice to see a real class in action :)
I joined the Zumba party two weeks ago. I attend just once on a Friday night. It is an hour class. I'll just say I'm over 60, not a lot over, but over. I've always loved dancing. Anyway, the first night I probably did about 25 min of the hour class. The following week about 40 minutes. So, I'm expecting to complete the hour soon. You just keep moving if you can't keep up. Its fun, and the music is great.
Keep it up! It gets easier. I thought I was going to DIE my first class. I was so uncoordinated it wasn't funny! By week 8, I had it down...almost. I just started session 2 and we had some new songs...I was an uncoordinated mess again :) But it sure was fun!!
Looks like fun! I've taken latin dancing for years but I really want to take this for more fitness!
if you dont mind me asking how much have you lost with doing zumba coz im trying to start up my on work out routine and im trying to look for the most effective work outs
This song is engrained in my brain, same song we have in our class. Same moves also. Can't keep up, no co-ordination at all.
It is fun though:-]
I agree with sashia324 about "what is Zumba" . As far as teaching Zumba. You as an individual taking the class has to be more considerate that teaching a Zumba class or any other class is a totally a new dimension and also a learning curve for the instructor to improve in their teaching abilities. It's a skill that improves in time. You can't always please everyone. So have fun and join the party : )
I'm going to my local gym with my friend and we are gonna try this out. It looks so hard! You definitely have to have a lot of rhythm.
One of the classics, one of the best!
Wooo! This what Zumba is all about!
Do I have what it takes? Not sure but I will try! ;)
St. Louis, MO. Her name is Darlene and she is AWESOME! Since I became an instructor, I don't get to Zumba with her much anymore...but I do whenever I can!
@Chib1Chan most instructors do not break down the steps. It's not a dance class, it's a fitness class. the main idea is to get your heart rate up and keep it there for 45 min - hour. You'll do fine! It takes 3-4 weeks to get comfortable with the routines.
Wow what a great job u do!! Im so scared to take this class cause im probably going to suck at it!! But my sister and cousin want me to take it with them!!
@scottishsenorita so glad you liked it!
are there different levels of zumba? is this a beginners class or do even the zumba pros do these same steps
thanks for sharing your zumba class with us... awesome!
what's the name of the first song? I can't find it anywhere else and it's one of my favorites! great video by the way!
I have a really bad shoulder, and can't do many sorts of workouts as I can't strain it, I've been wondering about following a zumba class... Do you reckon it could work out?
I'm starting to Zumba this week, along with some cardio (running ex) workout and combined with healthy food, how fast will you think i can loose weight? my goal is 6 kilo :)
Can't wait to start!
i have a friend who teaches zumba. she is in good shape from all her practices and she looks so good when she dances. i want to learn zumba!
I am really thinking of taking this up! I am 5'7 and up to 175, I need to lose it before the summer? Do I have a chance of doing that? lol
I enjoyed! Can't wait to get started!
amen...she's just taking it at her own speed. The important thing is to just keep moving. There is not "right or wrong" in Zumba...
God bless the lady in the back, she is doing her darndest to keep up!!
Hi Angela - thanks! I'm actually wearing Jazz Sneakers. They are designed for easy movement on the hardwood floor. There are a lot of pivots and twists in Zumba and the less traction on your shoes, the better! Thanks for your concern! :D
Yes, she is. She has a passion and it really comes through to her class.
It's cute to see how people are just so drastically different - specifically in the way they move. Barely anyone is actually moving at the waist, like the teacher. But this looks like a killer workout to me!
I went for the first time last night---no breaks but you can stop to have a drink. It's a bit frantic but I enjoyed it and will go again. I'm 68.
@GRDanceFitness already follow you AND use some of your routines in my classes! LOVE THEM!!!!
You're a great instructor! I'm surprised you don't use a headset microphone like my gym's instructors do. Is it personal preference or is that really a small room?
That's fantastic! I started Zumba at about the same weight...I got down to 172 before having my 2nd baby. I'm back to instructing (I'm NOT the instructor in this video...I'm the gal in black) and I'm at 229 now. I'm instructing 3 days a week.
It's on a Zumba Fitness Music CD, but you can find it on iTune the name is
Zumbando Por Un Sueno Salsa