Zumba

Looking for a place to dance Zumba? Look no further, Rhythm Identity’s ZIN is here to get you dancing, for dancers with children in tow, you can bring them along, for class or they can play at the children playroom while you do your workout. So what is Zumba?

Zumba is an exercise fitness program created by Colombian dancer and cyclist/choreographer Alberto “Beto” “Power Pedal” Perez during the 1990s. Zumba is a trademark owned by Zumba Fitness, LLC. The Brazilian pop singer Claudia Leitte has become the international ambassador to Zumba Fitness.

Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included.

Because Zumba offers different options, proponents of the Zumba program claim that it is safe for all ages, meaning that anyone from age 0 to 100 can participate in this form of aerobic exercise. At least some of the classes are specifically aimed at elderly people, to help them build strength, improve motion and posture, and socialize.