Zumba is an aerobic program composed of different rhythms such as cumbia, salsa, reggae ton, hip hop, mambo, rumba and flamenco. The program is a fusion of hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy steps, resulting in a training program full of fun.
Zumba exercise is healthy, rewarding and beneficial. Zumba provides great benefits for long term that turn out to be an explosive experience to burn calories and gain energy.
History of Zumba:
A star in the world of fitness named Beto Perez, a fitness trainer, stumbled upon the concept of Latin rhythms in mid 90's in his hometown of Cali, Colombia.
One day, while walking for his aerobics classes Beto realized that he had forgotten his music. Thinking about it he quickly picked up the tapes he had in his back pocket. In these tapes were the songs that he loved which included salsa, traditional Latin music, and meringue music. It was a challenge for him to teach the whole class using traditional aerobic music tracks. Beto was successful in it and from that moment a revolutionary new concept was born called as “the Zumba Fitness Class” .The class immediately became the most popular in his gym.
Benefits of ZUMBA Classes:
- Cardiovascular exercise.
- Increased physical endurance.
- Reduction of stress.
- Burn calories and contribute to weight loss.
- Toning of muscles of body.
- Super exercise to fight cellulite.
- Helps to lower cholesterol.
- Help in stimulation of release of endorphin which are hormones for pleasure and wellness.
8 Types of Zumba Fitness Classes:
1. Zumba Fitness: When participants see a Zumba classes in action they cannot wait to try it. Zumba Fitness class include exotic rhythms mixed with Latin and international music which are full of energy. It is easy and efficient to follow and totally invigorating. It also helps in building strong bonds between students who are repeating classes.
2. Gold Zumba: Zumba Gold points to the fastest growing segment of population. Taking the Zumba formula and modifying the movement and pace suits the needs of more active participant, as well as for those who are beginning their journey towards a healthy lifestyle. It is a kind of dance with full of fun, enjoyment and fitness.
3. Zumba Toning: It included learning with the basic steps of four beats (meringue, salsa, cumbia, reggaeton), then sorting them within a song. It also includes body shaping exercises and a high-energy cardiovascular workout with Zumba movements full of Latin flavor and thus it is a fitness program, perfect to strengthen muscles and burn calories.
4. Aqua Zumba: It is also known as the "pool party". Zumba gives new meaning to the idea of invigorating exercise. Splashing, stretching, circular motion, shouting, laughter and whistles are heard during a Zumba Aqua class.
5. Zumbatomic: It is designed exclusively for children of age 4 to 12, Zumbatomic classes full of excitement and high energy dose during holidays. It includes routines suitable for children with special choreography and music that children love, such as hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia and more. It increases concentration, confidence and metabolism and improves coordination.
6. Zumba in the Circuit: Maximize your workout while having fun at large. Zumba in the Circuit is a 30 minute class with explosive dance moves inspired by Latin dance and combined with circuit training and a series of strengthening exercises. It improves metabolism, burns calories and fights boredom. This class optimizes the time and efficiency and also can be adapted to all fitness levels.
7. Zumba Gold-Toning: Program Zumba Gold-Toning offers the best of both worlds: the thrill of a Zumba Fitness-Party and the benefits of strength training, safe and effective. It is a dance and fitness program which is easy to follow.
8. Sentao Zumba: This class offers the excitement of the celebration of fitness and explosive choreography combined with chairs to strengthen, balance and stabilize your axis and renew cardiovascular training.
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