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In honor of Mother’s Day we’re thrilled to spotlight some of our amazing Zumba Fitness mother-daughter (and mother-son!) duos. Check back throughout the next three weeks for more…

LaToya Bufford, 35 & Linda Taylor, 62 

“We are so much closer now than we used to be,” remarks Bufford, a Zumba Jammer and busy mother of four. “Now we talk daily, work on choreo together, plan outfits to dress alike, travel together and much more! We have become like ‘BFFs’ through Zumba Fitness.” Taylor, who teaches Zumba Gold and Zumba Toning in addition to regular Zumba classes, agrees: “We have really bonded. I find myself asking for her advice, and we are always carefully planning what color Zumba wear outfits to wear!”

The active duo teaches together twice a week, and hosts regular demos, community events and master classes.“Mom attends almost all of my ZIN Jam sessions,” notes Bufford. “The instructors love hearing her input!” And whenever she needs a sub, she knows just who to call. “My mom is my best back up!” When Linda was asked to organize two Zumba half-time performances for the Sacramento Kings, she enlisted Bufford’s help. After coordinating almost 150 Zumba instructors and fans, they rocked the field in unison — just one of many Zumba-inspired memories they share.“Not only has Zumba Fitness changed my relationship with my daughter, but it has helped me make a positive change in so many other peoples’ lives,” Taylor says. “Even the way we look at each other while we are teaching has an effect on people. I am loving it!”