I have discussed Jam sessions previously and why you should go to them in my post here. But, as a quick reminder, a ZIN Jam session is a 3-hour workshop where ZIN members can learn 4-5 songs from a licensed Zumba Jammer “ZJ” that you can teach the next day in your class. Now let me introduce… Continue reading Interview with a Jammer Series – Dionne Thomas
Happy New Year! I know it’s been 2018 for a month already, but I want to wish everyone a happy new year and check in on your resolutions (or non-resolutions). Personally, I didn’t have too many resolutions from last year other than trying to be more consistent in my workouts and eating. My goal was… Continue reading 2018 is Here!
Tis’ the season for gift gifting and spending quality time with friends and family. If you have someone in your life that is either casual or dedicated about their gym time, this is the gift guide for you. You’ll find gift ideas for those in your life that spend their time from the weight room… Continue reading Season of Fitness Holiday Gift Guide
I have discussed Jam sessions previously and why you should go to them in my post here. But, as a quick reminder, a ZIN Jam session is a 3-hour workshop where ZIN members can learn 4-5 songs from a licensed Zumba Jammer “ZJ” that you can teach the next day in your class. A ZJ as… Continue reading Interview with a Jammer Series – Courtney Ackerman
The holiday season has arrived! There’s an abundance of delicious food everywhere you look. It’s difficult to avoid the treats of the season. Especially when there seems to be some sort of holiday event every weekend that involves food. I know it is difficult to resist the temptation to eat all the goodies but it is possible… Continue reading Holidays are Here
I have discussed Jam sessions previously and why you should go to them in my post here. But, as a quick reminder, a ZIN Jam session is a 3-hour workshop where ZIN members can learn 4-5 songs from a licensed Zumba Jammer “ZJ” that you can teach the next day in your class. A ZJ… Continue reading Interview with A Jammer – Annalisa Brown
When it comes to resting, I am the worst at it. I’m a busy person so, when I have a more time than normal, I’m not sure how to act or feel. It makes me feel lazy, guilty and bore. While I know I shouldn’t, you can’t help how you feel… Anyone else relate? It’s… Continue reading Resting…
I have discussed Jam sessions previously and why you should go to them in my post here. But, as a quick reminder, a ZIN Jam session is a 3-hour workshop where Zumba instructors that are ZIN members can learn 4-5 songs from a licensed Zumba Jammer “ZJ” that you can teach the next day in your… Continue reading Interview with A Jammer – Melissa “Meli” Kirkwood
If I didn’t teach group fitness almost every night after work, I would probably be fat – to put it bluntly. I LOVE to eat and it takes serious motivation to get me moving sometimes. Growing up, I stayed in shape due to the sports and dance I was involved in. From the age of 5, I played… Continue reading What Would I Be Doing If I Didn’t Teach Group Fitness?
Most big-box gym chains require their personal trainers and group exercise instructors to hold a certificate or license in something that relates to what they’ll be teaching or training. Some of the gyms will even pay their employees to get further training in their areas of expertise. This setup translates to you knowing that the people… Continue reading Fitness Professionals and Certifications/Licenses
Dance, Fitness, Passion 