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A Career as a Zumba® Instructor: More Than Just Teaching Classes
A career as a Zumba® Instructor brings about many opportunities and experiences; far more than people may realize. Zumba Jammers are an internation…
Doing Laundry Will Never Be The Same After This! The #CalienteChallenge.
We are bringing the #CalienteChallenge to life with famed singers Lali and Pabllo Vittar for their latest collaboration, hot track “…
Dance to This New Hot Track with Jeimy and Mauricio
Who is ready to get their dance on? If you said, “I am!”, this one’s for you! This week, we’re rocking some serious moves to Champeta Col…
Break it Free with Ecem and Jose Luis!
Wake up! It’s time to turn it up a notch! Zumba® Instructors José Luis Pizarro and Ecem Ozcan are going to make you work with this leave-…
We Bet You Can’t Guess Who This Zumba® Star Is On The First Try
That’s Right! That cute baby is Mauricio Camargo. If you don’t know him, you will soon – he is a talented dancer, dedi…
Dance to Ciara’s New Hot Track “Level Up”
Ciara is back, and her new single is everything you never knew you wanted and needed. “Level Up”, her first single since her 2015 track “…
These #ShiggyChallenge Videos are Lit
Have you tried the #ShiggyChallenge yet? In case you missed it, Instagram comedian Shiggy first did this adorable little dance to Drake’s…
J Balvin + Wisin + Yyandel – “Peligrosa” | Zumba® Choreography
Dance to the latest by this power trio, #Peligrosa with Zumba@ Instructor Mauricio Camargo. Tell your instructor to go on their #ZINPlayA…
New HOT Track: Gianluca Vacchi ft. Sebastián Yatra – Love
If you need a little bit of ‘Love’, the latest by Gianluca Vacchi ft Sebastian Yatra will make your day. Dance along by telli…
Celeb Sighting! Maroon 5’s ‘Girls Like You’
Have you checked out Maroon 5’s new song and video, Girls Like You, yet? We love this video for so many reasons – 26 of them to be …
Learn this HOT Reggaeton with Ana and Jessica
Get ready to Turn It Up in your next Zumba® class with this Reggaeton Fusion class favorite, ‘Hipnotizame by Marlon Alves’. Learn the cho…
#LatinTakeover: The Rise of Latin Music
With Luis Fonsi’s Despacito recently becoming the most watched music video of all time – hitting 5 billion views on YouTube –…
These Song Spoofs Have Us LOLing
One of the best things about Zumba® is that we like to have fun – and not take ourselves too seriously. These remakes of awesome so…
Channel your Confidence with Amy Schumer’s new flick “I Feel Pretty”
A post shared by roryscovel (@roryscovel) on Apr 2, 2018 at 8:29am PDT Last weekend, funny girl Amy Schumer’s new movie I Feel Pretty hit…
Zumba® Community Sheds Light on Domestic Violence
Dancing is fun and a great workout, of course, but Cody Olafson recently took it to a new level of healing and empowerment. Cody, a Zumba…
New Music/Choreo Alert: Prince Royce is back!
Romantic CHECK. Poetic. CHECK. Talented. CHECK. The singer and song writer, also known as Prince Royce, started making music at a young a…
Dance your Stresses Away at These Music Festivals
Tis the season… for music festivals! This is the time of year your Instagram feed fills up with photos of your friends dancing outside al…
Locos Por Juana New Music + Choreo: “Te Quiero Ver”
A post shared by Zumba (@zumba) on Apr 16, 2018 at 9:08am PDT Are you ready for this delicious new musical concoction? Zumba teamed up wi…
5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT LATIN POP GROUP CNCO
What happens when you combine 5 insanely talented latin studs with smooth and sultry voices? boy band group CNCO! New-ish to the scene, C…
New Cumbia-Moombahton Hot Track + Choreo Alert!
You don’t want to miss this infectious new beat! LA-based DJ Moy and Zumba king Beto have teamed up for an unforgettable Cumbia-Moo…
ZIN 74 has arrived: ‘Fresco’ New Music and Choreo!
While it may be a day (and month) notoriously known for pulling pranks on your friends and co-workers, we can assure you that this new mu…
Zumba® TurnUp: Learn Flamenco Choreography
Get ready to #TurnItUp in your next Zumba® class with this Zumba® original Flamenco song featuring Mauricio Camargo and Tania Ginard. Dan…
This A-List Actor Loves Latin Music!
Some of us know him for his blockbuster hits (Independence Day grossed $548 million!) and amazing sense of humor (Hello, Fresh Prince). O…
Let’s Talk About Cumbia
Now that you know more about Salsa, it’s time to learn about Cumbia! Where it’s from Cumbia’s origins date back to the days of Spanish co…
These Hits Just Turn 20 Years Old in 2018!
It may be hard to believe, but ringing in 2018 means that it’s been TWENTY years since some of our favorite songs hit the radio. Remember…
Let’s talk about Salsa!
With our new series, we’re bringing you everything you need to know about the rhythms you love to dance your heart out to in class. First…
This Month, We Celebrate Women Around The World
Describe yourself in one word. Passionate? Driven? Energetic? Quirky? Now, try this one on for size: Woman. While the word ‘woman&#…
BIG NEWS: Meghan Trainor Launches ‘No Excuses’ Zumba® Choreography
Guys, what do you do when your pop star dreams come true? Like, literally, when a Grammy-award winning, multi-platinum singer and songwri…
New Month, New Music To Dance To!
Wake up, wake up, it’s the first of the month! We consider the beginning of each month a fresh start and there are few things fresh…
Caution: Hot Moves Ahead! Dance To ‘Peligrosa’ Now
Do you like to live on the edge a little bit? Would some even say you laugh in the face of danger? If you’re thinking “yes an…
Olympics-Inspired KPop Zumba® Routines
The world has all eyes on South Korea this month! Did you catch Team USA kicking off the Olympics dancing to Psy’s ‘Gangnam Style’?…
It’s Reggaeton Time! Dance To Hot New Track ‘Duro Y Suave’
When you hit the dance floor to shake away your day, you don’t go lightly, do you? No. Chances are, you hit that floor hard and leave eve…
Win Tickets To See Jason Derulo LIVE!
By now, we’re pretty sure you can’t stop dancing to Jason Derulo’s newest hit, ‘Tip Toe’ (anybody else experience major FOMO when they sa…
Hot Track Alert! Dance To This New Urbano Hit
Do you believe in love at first listen? We totally do. In fact, we’ve fallen in love so many times that it’s hard to keep tra…
Dance To Steve Aoki’s First-Ever Spanish Language Track
Confession: while we think we are pretty good at dreaming up hot musical collaborations, there are some that we just never see coming! Ca…
All The Songs Justin Timberlake Performed At Halftime
If you watched the New England Patriots attempt to defend their title against the Philadelphia Eagles last night, then you were in for a …
Our Favorite Halftime Performances Of Year’s Past
The Big Game is happening this Sunday and football fans around the world can’t contain their excitement. Us on the other hand? We&#…
Our Favorite Grammys 2018 Moments!
Music’s hottest artists took the stage last night in celebration of the 60th Annual Grammy Awards. The 2018 show was a special one, as it…
SPOTTED: Jason Derulo Teaching ‘Tip Toe’ To A Zumba® Class
Imagine this scenario: You’re in a Zumba® class, dancing to the beat, feeling the music, and having a blast when all of a sudden pe…
Jason Derulo’s ‘Tip Toe’ Is Spreading Like Wildfire
Jason Derulo’s hit song ‘Tip Toe’, featuring French Montana, is doing its thing on the charts! It is climbing to the top and quickly beco…
How Music Can Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
We’ve all experienced the effect that music has on us during a workout. Running without your playlist is completely different than going …
Bomba Estereo Just Gave Us A Hot New Track To Dance To
If you love Colombian band Bomba Estereo as much as we do, then consider this a very happy holiday treat! They just gave us hot new urban…
Burn Off Holiday Calories With This Dembow Track
The holiday season is in full swing and it is absolutely wonderful! However, a tiny part of us can’t stop thinking about the excess…
This Reggaeton Jam Will Leave You Hypnotized – Listen Now!
Do you remember when we showed you the journey of 15 Zumba® Instructors who were selected to dance in the 2017 Fitness-Concert™? If so, y…
Instagram Accounts To Follow Right Now
If you’re a Zumba lover (#thatsme), then you probably dream of dancing every day away. But since that’s not realistic for a lot of us, th…
Click Here To Support Officer Delgado, First Responder From Pulse Nightclub Attack
All of us remember the horrific events that took place at Orlando’s Pulse Nightclub in June of 2016. The tragedy is engrained in our hear…
Bring On The Heat With This Hot Electronic Track
December is creeping by and most of us are deep into the holiday spirit. Although this can be the most wonderful, eventful, and fun time …
Pitbull’s Got A New Song For You and We’ve Got The Choreography!
For those who celebrate it, Christmas is still a few weeks away, but it feels like it came early for us! Why? Because Pitbull has dropped…
This Zumba® Class Favorite Is Being Nominated For Major Awards
When people ask, “What was the song of 2017?” what do you think of? If you’ve listened to the radio even once this year, then surely you’…
An Awesome Dance Party Just Went Down In Japan – Watch!
What happens when 3,000 people gather in Japan to dance to hot music? One awesome party that we are having serious FOMO over!! That’…
Marshmello ‘Alone’ + Zumba® Choreography
A post shared by Yuhaine López ॐ (@yuhainelpz) on Apr 20, 2017 at 7:36am PDT If you’re a fan of electronic dance music, then surely…
10 Music Videos That Will Make You Want To Dance
Sometimes, when you’re having one of those days, the only thing that can make it better is dancing like crazy. One hour at a fierce Zumba…
These Legendary Hip-Hop and Reggaeton Artists Just Made Music Together
The feeling of hearing new music from one of your favorite artists is almost like celebrating your birthday over and over again. It’s the…
Party Animals – This Choreography Is For You!
Party animals, unite!! We’ve got a choreography that’s going to get you on your feet and keep you dancing nonstop. When you c…
Have You Joined The #MiaChallenge?
We are bringing the #MiaChallenge to life with famed singers Bad Bunny and Drake for their latest collaboration, hot track “MiaR…
Turn It Up With Brazilian Fusion Track ‘Caipirinha’
If you’ve been taking Zumba® classes for a long time, then you’re definitely familiar with this class favorite! We’ve been rocking it for…
Get Your Halloween On, Zumba® Style
It’s that time of year again – goblins, pumpkins, witches, and skeletons are everywhere and it’s time for… Zumba®? Yep, instructors every…
This Is The Largest Zumba® Class That Has Ever Happened
It seems like all around the world, people love getting together for the sake of dance. Music and movement unite people in a way t…
15 Lucky Dancers Just Had The Opportunity Of A Lifetime
Those born with a passion for dance are some of the most hard-working, driven people out there. They dare to dream big and don’t shy away…
Get Your Dancing Shoes On – It’s Moombahton Time
Are you familiar with moombahton rhythms? Let us school ya right quick. This dance-worthy music style actually originated in 2009 when Am…
You’re Going To Love This Hot Latin Track
One of the things that so many people love about going to Zumba® classes is that you are pretty much guaranteed to get a little Latin fla…
Wisin & Yandel Are Back And Better Than Ever
No need to adjust your vision. You read that right. Everyone’s favorite reggaeton duo – Wisin & Yandel – are back together and making…
Check Out This Exclusive Merengue Tune Just For You
Get your maracas out – it’s time to shake things up! There’s no better way to start off the week than by dancing, right? And the cherry o…
Get To Know The Artist Behind Hot Song ‘Contento’
Estoy contento por dentro! Who else can’t get this awesome song out of their heads?? We’ve definitely been singing it all day long. Recen…
Exclusive New Music To Make You Feel Happy Today
Everyday, there are things happening in the world that make us sad and make it hard to focus on the good. Today, we want to look on the b…
Beyoncé Remixed ‘Mi Gente’ For A Good Cause
Many celebrities are doing their part in donating money for hurricane and natural disaster relief around the world. You can read about wh…
We Love Your ‘Perro Fiel’ Dance Videos
Earlier this summer, we brought you ‘Perro Fiel’, a hot reggaeton dance track by Shakira and Nicky Jam. It looks like it’s been a Zumba® …
Um, Can We Talk About Wyclef’s Awesome Zumba Moves?
We love us some Wyclef Jean. The Haitian superstar has impressed us with his music for decades and has been a regular on the Zumba scene …
The Remix To This Classic ’80s Hit Is Here
If you were around in the late ‘70s/early ‘80s (or just have an affinity for that era’s music), then surely you remember ‘Roxanne’, the m…
Your Moves To This Dembow Track Are Hot, Hot, Hot
We recently gave you an insider look (and listen) to a fiery track called ‘Ponteme’ by Jen Morel. The rhythm? Dembow – a Caribbean style …
See The Best 2017 MTV VMA Performances Here
The MTV Video Music Awards just aired and it was quite a show! We never miss the VMA’s because it’s a chance to see our favorite musician…
This Version of ‘That’s What I Like’ Is Awesome
What happens when you take Bruno Mars’ mega-hit ‘That’s What I Like’ and put a reggaeton spin on it? An instant new #ZumbaHit. If you’re …
Have You Heard Taylor Swift’s New Song?
If you follow Taylor Swift on IG, you may have been wondering what those snake videos were all about this past week. We’re used to sweet …
New Music Coming To Your Favorite Zumba® Class
Do you remember that feeling back in the day when you would go to a music store, buy a new CD, unwrap it, and get hooked on the hits? We …
New Week, New Dembow Music
If you’re a ZIN™ Member, then you know that receiving monthly music volumes is like celebrating your birthday every few weeks. And …
Show Us Your Dance Moves to These Hot Tracks
We’ve got a question for ya, Zumba fam. Are you loving all the new music we’ve released to you recently? If you’ve missed out, let us cat…
Want New Max Pizzolante Music? We’ve Got It
There’s something everybody in the Zumba community has in common: we are fiercely loyal! When we find a musical artist that we love, you …
Get This Jencarlos Canela and Don Omar Song Before Anybody Else
Take a look at Jencarlos Canela and you’ll know he’s a heartthrob. Take a listen to his music and you’ll know he was put on this good ear…
Hot New Choreo Just For You To Shakira’s Hit ‘Perro Fiel’
Have you been listening to Shakira’s new album ‘El Dorado’? It hit #1 in 34 countries within hours of its release (aka …
Colombian Singer Fanny Lu Gives Zumba Fans Hot New Music
Fanny Lu is a household (er, class) name in the Zumba world. Many a student has swayed her (or his) hips to a Fanny Lu song in Zumba clas…
You HAVE To See ‘Cars 3’ – Here’s Why
We’ll go ahead and admit it: we love the ‘Cars’ movies! The Disney franchise never fails to delight or entertain us, and we have a feelin…
Minions Unite! Official Choreography for ‘Despicable Me 3’
Once upon a time – in the year 2010 to be exact – the movie ‘Despicable Me’ was released and the world was introduced to (and forever cha…
Max Pizzolante Brings You Exclusive New Music
If you love going to Zumba® classes, then you most likely also love listening to Max Pizzolante’s music. The American-Italian-Venezuelan …
These Viral ‘Despacito’ Videos Are Making Us Laugh
Turn on virtually any radio station in the world and you are bound to hear Luis Fonsi’s ‘Despacito’ blaring through the speakers. The mas…
Exclusive New Warm-Up Track Just For Zumba® Classes
A post shared by Zumba (@zumba) on Jun 15, 2017 at 1:04pm PDT You know what feeling beats cooling-down at the end of an amazing Zumba® cl…
Zumba, Don Omar, and Jencarlos Canela Making Music Together
A post shared by Zumba (@zumba) on Jun 16, 2017 at 9:35am PDT We love giving our fans a sneak peek of what goes down behind the scenes &#…
Your Exclusive Sneak Peek to New Shaggy Music
A post shared by Zumba (@zumba) on Jun 8, 2017 at 2:02pm PDT Isn’t it great to be a Zumba fan? Not only do you get to indulge your need t…
You’ve Got To Watch the Video Pitbull Just Shared
It’s absolutely no secret that we are huge Pitbull fans over here! And maybe it’s safe to say that Pitbull himself is a fan o…
Is Working Out at a Concert the New Thing for College Students?
What happens when you invite hundreds of college students to get together and dance to the beats of surprise celebrity DJs? One amazing p…
This Hit Zumba Song Was Just Performed on ‘The Voice’
‘Despacito’ is probably the biggest song in the world right now and #sorrynotsorry we are kind of taking credit for that! The…
Hear the New Song That Can Only be Found in Zumba® Class!
Get ready for new music! ZIN™ Members, Zumba fans, and all-around Daddy Yankee supporters – we’ve got a new, hot track for you to jam out…
Zumba® Class Livestreams That Will Take You Around the World
You’ve undoubtedly heard us say this before, but one of our favorite things about Zumba® classes is how they can take you on a musical jo…
Meet Rising French Hip-Hop Star Keblack
French hip-hop artist Keblack got his start (in true millennial fashion) on the internet, when he would record music videos of himself an…
See Who Won Big at the Latin Billboard Awards
One of the biggest nights in Latin music just wrapped and we have lots of winners to congratulate! Something we absolutely love ab…
When Caribbean and Latin Rhythms Collide
Marcelo Cezan and Shaggy are two names you likely would not expect to hear in the same sentence. The Colombian actor and singer and the J…
Get Your Dance On For a Chance To Win Awesome Prizes
If you’re like us, dance is a part of your every day life, meaning you don’t need an excuse to get moving and shaking. But, who doesn’t l…
Pick Up These Hot Zumba® Routines Straight From Instagram
Master the art of SMOOTH with Mauricio Camargo’s choreo to Where Are You Now? by Lady Leshurr ft. Wiley. Mauricio was born in Cali, Colom…
Get Ready to Dance to ZIN 68 Hot Track ‘Bailalo’
We know this is hard to believe, but your Zumba® class is about to get a lot hotter and a lot more fun! Superstar Zumba Instructors Heidy…
Watch the Official Video for ZIN 68 Hot Track ‘Forever Chugether’
What do you get when you put Zumba creator Beto Perez, Japanese popstar Aisha, and Latin star Max Pizzolante together? An addictive, hip-…
Dancing to ‘Despacito’ All Around the World
We recently gave our Zumba Instructor Network™ Members an exclusive salsa-remixed version of Luis Fonsi’s ‘Despacito’, featuring Victor M…
What Do You and Carlos Vives Have in Common?
What do you and and Colombian superstar Carlos Vives have in common? Zumba! We live and breathe the Zumba program, and Carlos Vives makes…
Women Around the World, We Thank You
Today is International Women’s Day. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the strong, dedicated, and relentless females around the world who s…
Get Daddy Yankee’s Newest Hot Track
You all know and love reggaeton mega-star Daddy Yankee. You’ve probably danced to his huge hit ‘Shaky Shaky’ in a Zumba® class. And, more…
Vacation Ideas for Music Lovers
If you love the music you hear in a Zumba® class, you’ll love visiting these cities around the world. Whether you’re into the…
HELLO….It’s Adele, Beyonce, Bruno Mars and More!
If you didn’t catch the 59th Annual Grammy Awards last night, then you need to read this recap, because it was definitely a night o…
Get Carlos Vives’ Brand New Song ‘Al Filo de tu Amor’
A video posted by Zumba (@zumba) on Feb 3, 2017 at 12:07pm PST Few artists can make our hearts swoon the way pop/vallenato star Carlos Vi…
In the Studio with Daddy Yankee and Scott Storch
What happens when Zumba creates a song and asks two masterminds to come together to produce it? A fabulous collaboration and an explosive…
Meet ‘La La Land’ Choreographer Mandy Moore
Meet Mandy Moore. No, not the singer and actress currently starring on ‘This Is Us’. We’re talking about Mandy Moore, the dancer and chor…
Why You Should Never Skip a Cool Down
You’re wrapping up an intense Zumba® class. You’ve sweat, shimmied, and rocked your way through reggaeton, hip-hop, salsa, and all your f…
Zumba Favorite Francesca Maria Has Big News
Our beloved Francesca Maria – an amazing Italian-born singer, dancer, and Zumba Instructor Network™ Member (you know her song, ‘Popee’) –…
You Have to See the ‘Chantaje’ Video Shakira Just Shared
Millions of people all across the world have added Shakira and Maluma’s explosive hit, ‘Chantaje‘ to their favorite pla…
Heads Up: New Zumba® Music Alert!
If you know anything about Zumba creator Beto Perez, you know he’s always got a fun trick up his sleeve. Whether in the studio with Daddy…
What You Don’t Know About Soca King Machel Montano
If you’ve ever taken a Zumba® class, you’ve rocked out to Trinidadian Soca superstar Machel Montano’s high-energy beats. You recognize hi…
Watch Fifth Harmony Perform ‘That’s My Girl’
Girl power, alert! We love Ally, Normani, Dinah, Camila, and Lauren – the ladies who make up the all female, powerhouse group Fifth…
Ever Wonder How Zumba Produces Music?
If you know anything about Zumba, you know that we are known for music. We team up with hot artists and dance to some of the best songs i…
Meet Travis Wall, Choreographer on SYTYCD
Dancer. Choreographer. TV personality. All around great guy. Travis Wall rose to fame as a contestant on So You Think You Can Dance in 20…
Exclusive New Choreography: Shakira + Maluma ‘Chantaje’
Zumba is known for introducing the world to the hottest artists, the best choreography, and the music that makes you want to dance nonsto…
Zumba + Daddy Yankee: New Music?
Zumba is always looking to work with the hottest artists to bring you the most bangin’ tracks for you to dance to over and over aga…
Have You Seen This Beyoncé Bride??
You know how Beyoncé is #goals for just about everybody on earth? One amazing bride recently took her goals to the next level by surprisi…
Sneak Peek: Exclusive New Music and Choreography
ZIN™ Members, listen up: we’ve got a special treat for you! You all know, love, dance, and sweat to one of our favorite Joey Montan…
Now Trending: World Rhythms to Dance To
Every Zumba® lover knows our four core rhythms well: salsa, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton. There are tons of other genres that get us m…
Obsessed With Obs3ssed
Here’s a little known fact that you might not know: Timbaland actually discovered Ludacris and brought him onto the scene. It’s clear tha…
Sia Debuts ‘The Greatest’
Sia is known for her profound, emotional, and instant-favorite hit songs like ‘Chandelier’, ‘Cheap Thrills‘, and …
Something Borrowed, Something Blue, and a Zumba® Routine too!
Weddings are always fun, but do you know what makes a wedding truly memorable? You guessed it – a spontaneous dance party (especially whe…
Katy Perry Helps Pulse Nightclub Survivor Heal
For mostly everybody on the planet, music is a source of guidance. Whether it’s an amped-up song that gets us through a Zumba® clas…
Dance With Your Kids This September (Choreography)
As you may know, September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in the United States. But you can get involved in this cause no matter wh…
Song Stuck in Your Head? We Know Why!
It can happen anywhere: while you’re on the way to work, trying to fall asleep, in class. Out of nowhere, a song starts playing on repeat…
#DanceWithShaggy: The Experience
Earlier this summer, we gave licensed Zumba® Instructors the opportunity to compete for a chance to dance on stage with reggae superstar …
Top 10 Group Dances of All Time
You know and love group participation dances. Who could resist? Here’s our list of the top 10 group dances of all time. The Bunny H…
Shaggy Behind the Scenes!
You know him as the smooth voice behind “Mr. Boombastic”, “It Wasn’t Me”, “Angel”, “I Need Your Love”, and “I Got You”. His reggae beats …
Awesome Dance Moments at the 2016 Summer Olympics
Why isn’t dancing an Olympic sport? Us Zumba® fanatics would take home the gold, for sure! Although it’s not an official competitive spor…
Timbaland Partners With Zumba® on New Program
By now, you’ve most likely heard of STRONG by Zumba™, the new high-intensity class that syncs movements to music. When it came to creatin…
Get to Know Angel Colon
As you may know, incredible human being and Pulse Nightclub survivor Angel Colon took the stage at #ZINCON 2016 to show off his dance mov…
Meet Aisha
Meet Aisha – a popstar from Japan who has a love for Zumba® classes! She recently collaborated with Zumba® creator Beto Perez for her lat…
Get to Know ‘Dance Moms’ Choreographer Gianna Martello
Long before the world got to know Abby Lee Miller on ‘Dance Moms’, Gianna Martello was just another one of her dedicated students. Now, t…
Watch JLo and Lin-Manuel Miranda Inspire the World
While the world is praying for peace across all nations, two superstars are doing what they can to make a difference. Jennifer Lopez (one…
The Science Behind Synced Music Motivation
Everybody knows the importance of an awesome playlist when it comes to working out. There’s nothing like running along to your favorite s…
Carlos Vives + Shakira Collaborate for First Time Ever!
Get a sneak peek at choreography for ‘La Bicicleta’
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Prince ‘Purple Rain’
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called life. The world was shocked and saddened to hear of singer, s…
Do You Know These Zumba® Superstars?
You’ll fall in love with this husband and wife duo
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Confessions from a Zumba® Enthusiast
What is it about Zumba® that makes it so addictive? How do you get others to join you? We caught up with Zumba® enthusiast Diego Chauca t…
Who is the Woman Behind Justin Bieber’s Dance Moves?
Choreographer Parris Goebel talks to us about what makes her rock it out
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Getting to Know Choreographer Matt Steffanina
Matt Steffanina is a world renowned dancer and choreographer. We’ve been inspired by his moves, so ZLife writer Jennifer Lauren sat down …
Not Just an Act! Is ‘Chicago Fire’s’ Joe Cruz Really a Zumba Instructor?
[one_half][/one_half]Fans went wild when they saw Joe Cruz from NBC’s hit show “Chicago Fire” teach a Zumba class. Turns out, the hilario…
What it's Like to Work at Zumba
Thousands of miles from the Zumba home office in Hallandale, Florida, Allison Robins stepped off the plane in Alice Springs, after an exh…
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Smiling On The Outside, Trapped Inside
Alena Shifrin spent much of her life overweight…smiling on the outside, but trapped and sad on the inside. In 2011, she learned of her ex…
Friends Who Take A Zumba Class Together Stay Together
Anybody who’s ever taken a Zumba® class with a friend or made a plan to meet a friend at the gym knows that when it comes to working out …
Why You Need to Make Time for Self Care
While the term “self care” may lead some to roll their eyes, it’s one of the most important habits we can form. In its most basic definit…
Redefining Before and After for World Mental Health Day
We’ve all seen before and after photos – with tons of great weight loss stories featured in our very own Zumba® stories – but…
Dreaming Of Vacationing In France? We’ve Got Your Ticket
When you think of Southern France, what do you think of? Crisp ocean air, turquoise blue waters, strolls through quaint villages, and get…
I Started My Full-Time Career In High School
Henry Cedeño was just a high school student when he discovered that being a Zumba® Instructor might make a great career choice. He had be…
Need A Side Hustle? Make Extra Income as a Zumba® Instructor!
Whether it’s to get you through the holidays or to save up for a winter vacation, many people consider working a side job at this time of…
Wondering What To Eat? This New Book Will Tell You
Food can energize, heal, repair, and uplift us. Every bite you take creates a powerful opportunity to create health or promote disease. U…
From Soccer to STRONG by Zumba: Aurelio Figari
Most soccer stars spend their days practicing their free kicks and running laps around the field. When Aurelio Figari found himself at th…
Check Out These Incredible Before and After Photos
If you’ve ever danced your booty through a Zumba® class, then you know one thing for sure: you sweat. A LOT. Which means you got a …
A Tribute to Zumba® Moms
Moms are the rocks of their families, but they can also rock the hottest dance moves. Zumba® moms are multi-tasking, hip-shaking powerhou…
How I Lost and Found My Health and Happiness
Hailing from the Bronx, NY, Tony Santiago had worked behind the scenes in television and as an on-air radio host for many years. Tony hit…
5 Great Ways to Exercise While on Vacation
With the holidays long gone and very few days off on the horizon, this is a great time of year for a vacation. Trading your usual routine…
From Over 300 Pounds To A New Me
“After about 10 years of consistently gaining weight, and ultimately reaching over 300lbs, I had enough. Throughout my late teens a…
The Surprising Fitness Benefits Of Meditating
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, one thing we can all agree on is that there is always room for improvement. After all, f…
How I Lost Weight After Years of Yo-Yo Dieting
“Hello, my name is Lena, and I am a Zumba-holic! I really don’t think there are words to describe the true impact that Zumba has made in …
This is Why You Need to Celebrate Earth Day
You don’t need us to tell you that we should all be living each and every day like its Earth Day. It can be difficult to reduce our carbo…
Shake Off These Bad Habits for Healthy Living
Let’s be honest, we all have bad habits. Some are more harmful than others, and the time has come to say goodbye to those things that are…
How Dancing Helped Me Get Through a Traumatic Car Accident
“When I first started taking Zumba classes, it was because I needed to commit to a healthy lifestyle and I needed to lose weight. I have …
I Lost an Entire Person in Weight
“Just a few years ago, I was obese and dangerously unhealthy. I had a very poor diet and mostly sedentary lifestyle. A huge wakeup call c…