Hello, I have been a
certified Fitness and Aerobics instructor in many areas over the past
12 years. I taught Step Aerobics, which improves strength and balance,
and Pilates aimed at muscle toning and flexibility, and a variety of
classes with weights, balls, etc. I even taught a class called “6 pack
abs” for a while.
Some of the most fun I have had with this hobby is teaching
ZUMBAŽ, as each class is like a fun dance party. I have been certified
to teach Basic Zumba, Zumba Gold (older folks) Zumba Toning and Zumba
Level 2.
On a number of
occasions I have used Zumba as an outreach to the community. For
example, I brought some of my Zumba gals to an elder care facility to
celebrate the resident’s birthdays. Near the end of the Zumba
presentation, one of the residents insisted on having his chair moved
up front to join the Zumba gals in a “sit down dance”.
(The clip to the side was published in the facilities news
letter.)
The Class at Heritage Plantation in Pawleys Island, SC
Another highlight of my
fitness hobby is teaching Ballroom Dancing with my husband Bob, who is
a wonderful partner. We teach a course for couples on one evening per
week over 5 consecutive weeks. We teach an introduction to the
Waltz, Cha-cha, Swing (jitterbug), Foxtrot, and Salsa. I am not
sure who has the most fun: the teachers or the students, but I do know
that we both do a lot of laughing! Some couples take the course
multiple times, just for fun, even though they already know the basics
of these dances.
Here's a few photos from our last class:
A bonus of my hobby is that you have lots of FUN while keeping FIT!
My Classes in Pawleys Island, SC:
Dance Party Fitness - Heritage
Plantation, Pawleys Island, SC - Tue, Thur 9:45-10:45