“Most fairy tales are warm and fuzzy, but mine started off on (literally) a cold note. In January of 2016, I was driv…
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How I Help Babies and Caregivers Form Lasting Bonds Through Dance
“Several years ago, I had just had my third child and was looking for a fun fitness class to help me lose weight. I d…
I’ve Raised More Than $125k For Charity By Teaching Zumba® Classes
Marisa Stani is energetic, exuberant, and full of heart. When she started dancing at just 22 months old, she was so c…
I Left My Violent Neighborhood And Made My Dreams Come True
Rony Gratereaut grew up in a rough neighborhood in Puerto Rico, where he saw things that no young person should be wi…
Friends Don’t Let Friends Fight Alone
Meet Sandy, Jocelyn, Janet, Maribel, and Carla. These Zumba® Instructors and survivors are fierce warriors, who don’t…
Apert Syndrome Does Not Get In The Way Of My Life
“I have a syndrome known as Apert. It is a genetic disorder that affects the way your skull grows, so it affects the …
Dear Mom, This One Is For You
“One of the reasons why I love Zumba so much is because of the love you feel from the community. Not prejudiced or co…
The Beautiful Thing That Happened When I Lost All Of My Hair
“For women, hair is a big part of owning your look and expressing yourself. My whole life, I’d been known for my hair…
Watch This Zumba® Instructor Receive a Gift That Changes Everything
Meet Tekeema Parson. She lives in one of the most obese counties in North Carolina and is making it her mission to ch…
My Fitness Instructor is Truly Amazing
“To know him is to love him. Some consider him a living saint. He is a natural leader. He is a professional dancer. A…