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As some of you know I went to Amsterdam a week ago for yet more Zumba experience and to get my Aqua Zumba certification.

I was very exited about going because I knew that Beto would be there and it was a great opportunity to meet him in person. But of course the volcano erupted just the day before and I didn’t know whether I would find an alternative route. Luckily there were bus tickets  available and I used that opportunity.

On the arrival there was no time to waste as the work shop was due to start in one hour. I walked to a registration desk and there was Beto. He was sitting on the table, so real and approachable.

Everyone wanted a photo with Beto and I could’t resist the temptation. The thought that I would spend all day in the company off Zumba enthusiasts and Beto, wiped away all tiredness from a sleepless night and a long journey.

It was very interesting to hear Beto’s story in his own words, to learn from his experience and self belief. He was very professional and full of passion for Zumba, his creation, his child.

Once the music came on and Beto started his masterclass everyone seemed to unite together as a big family. We moved to the music, people smiled to me I smiled back to them, it was amazing.

With the work  shop over there was more action in the evening. Zumba Fitness organised a live band and supper for everyone. I managed to meet lots of passionate Zumba instructors who came from different backgrounds and cultures, some people very talented in many ways, there was fashion designers , makeup artists, gymnasts,  but everyone had one thing in common, the love for Zumba.

Now I’m really looking forward to go to the next big Zumba convention in Orlando.

Hope to see you all soon in my Zumba class.

Natasha.

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DO!

Our goal is simple: We want people to want to work out, to love
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The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow
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In the past years Zumba has become nothing short of a revolution.
Coining the concept of “fitness-party” and making fitness fun,
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As of February 08, Zumba has sold over 3 million DVD’s, accrued
more than 11,000 instructors in thirty-five countries, and has a
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Why? Because it’s the best party around.

While Zumba embraces all the fundamental principles of fitness, the extraordinary secret behind Zumba is how Zumba magically motivates the body to efficiently burn calories, effectively tone all muscle groups, incorporate full range of motion, and improve the cardiovascular system.  Fun and music are the two special motivational ingredients.  Utilizing the natural beat, tempo, and music transitions, the Zumba dances seamlessly flow from one toning, strengthening, or cardio move into the next.  Participants are constantly engaged and entertained with the variety of rhythms including salsa, merengue, samba, belly dancing, cumbia, flamenco, reggaeton, and more!  Zumba breaks away from the typical 32-count aerobic format and uses the passion of the music as it was meant to be experienced.  Even those with two left feet are successful in a Zumba class because of the natural flow of the simple steps that radiate though the body in synch with the music.

Zumba is recognized by the world’s leading fitness educators, including AFAA, ACE, and CanFitPro. With sanctioned training programs in countries like China, Japan, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Venezuela, Zumba is taking the world by storm.  Everyone is invited, from teens to seniors, and both women and men.  Everybody loves Zumba.