Zumba | St. Petersburg, Florida

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sue@dancenyoga.com for more
information on Zumba Classes
or call 727-459-0257

Zumba in St. Petersburg, FL

Frequently Asked Questions about Zumba

What is Zumba?
Zumba is a fitness class that combines dance and fitness moves to the background of Latin music as well as to
a variety of other world rhythms. The experience is more like attending a party rather than an exercise class!
It is an awesome cardio workout and provides toning benefits as well. Want to see what zumba is like live?
Watch the zumba dvd video.

What do I wear to Zumba and what should I bring?
You can wear sweat pants, shorts, tank tops, t-shirts, anything comfortable and cool. G ood shoes for zumba
are athletic shoes that give you support. I recommend cross-trainers or shoes with "shocks" such as Nike
Shox. Bring a bottle of water and perhaps a towel.

When do the classes start?
The Zumba classes I teach are ongoing, meaning there is no starting or ending dates. Anybody can jump in at
any class and start brand new. New people start every week and some people in the classes have been taking
it for over a year.

What can I expect when I come to Zumba?
The Zumba instructor will lead the class in easy, simple movements that are combinations of dance and
fitness. The students just follow along; usually just visual cues are given so that the class can listen to the
music and immerse into the feel of the music. The music is fun and invigorating and is mostly latin; the dancing
is varied: salsa, merengue, cha-cha, bachata, tango, cumbia, reggaeton, samba, calypso, belly dance, swing,
country, hip-hop, and alot of hip and booty shaking! Fitness moves such as lunges, bicep curls and other
arm-toning isolations, and crunches (while standing) are incorporated. The class structure starts with a
warmup and proceeds to intervals of faster and slower tempos throughout the hour, ending with a cool-down
and stretch.

Also, expect to smile, laugh, sweat, meet great people, and hear occasional screams of joy!

What if I'm not coordinated and I can't dance!
Don't get frustrated! Zumba uses alot of repetition of steps from class to class. Be patient and try it out a few
times. After a few classes you will know the basic steps to salsa, merengue, cha-cha and all the rest. Most of
all just have fun! Zumba is an exercise party! There is no right or wrong way to Zumba. Even if you can't do
a step just move to however the music makes you feel!

What if I'm out of shape and I can't keep up?
Many students start out at lower fitness levels either due to injury or lack of exercise. They work at their own
pace and can modify their own intensity of exercise. Most of the moves are low impact and the ones that aren't
can be done that way. In fact in any exercise class you can modify the intensity in which you do it. Some
students will sit out songs to rest. That's perfectly fine! There is no competition going on here! As you
continue you will see your stamina build up and you will be able to do more and more.

What kind of people are in your Zumba classes?
People of all fitness abilities, ages, sizes and nationalities take my Zumba classes. I have had both men and
women in my classes but usually there are just women. Young children may take the class if they are
accompanied by their parent.

How will Zumba benefit me?
So many ways! There are many testimonials to the benefits of Zumba. Zumba is a total package: mind, body
and spirit! Physically, you will burn 500-800 calories in one-hour, build cardio strength and tone muscles.
Zumba fitness especially targets the core, building strong abdominal muscles. Mentally, you will relieve stress,
stimulate your brain by learning coordination and new steps, and feel more confident moving your body.
Spiritually you will feel joy, forget your worries, gain self-confidence and self-esteem. Not to mention you will
make new friends and you will learn how to dance! Students tell me all the time that they wait all week just to
come to Zumba. You'll find that after one class you can't wait to come back again, too!

Can I just try one class to see if I like it?
Of course! Your very first class at the recreation center classes listed above is free. Just come on in,
introduce yourself to me, and try it out. After the class I can give you the registration forms and you can take
them home to fill out. Then when you come to class the next time to register you'll be ready to go!

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Zumba students at Fossil Park

TRY IT OUT - YOUR FIRST
CLASS IS FREE!!
JUST COME ON IN - BRING
A BOTTLE OF WATER!

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EVERY TUESDAY!
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Willis S. Johns Recreation Center
(Fossil Park)
6635 9th St. N
St. Petersburg, FL

Classes are $6 per class or $20
per month. This price applies to
residents of St. Petersburg.

Non-residents pay $9.60 per
class; this fee is less if you buy
a non-resident card. For details
ask the recreation center.

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