EMMA HARROLD

Emma Harrold was my house guest for the past week.  I finally got her to come to a Zumba class on her last day in Hawaii before returning home to London, England.  Aloha, Emma!

MASTER CLASS

Stay tuned for our first Master Class coming in May!  I am working with an instructor from the Czech Republic so details to come.

WHAT’S A ZUMBA^® MASTER CLASS?

Beto once said that a Zumba^® master class is “a class that is much more than just the usual ‘weekly’ class. There must be something much more phenomenal about the class — that makes it special or unique from a regular weekly class.”

In other words, a Zumba master class is an event that might feature a special guest instructor from another city, a group of local or guest instructors, a special reason for the class (like a grand opening of a gym or studio), or some other element that might make the class unique or different from a regular Zumba class.

It’s true that in some professions only a “master” or an accomplished expert in that field is qualified to offer a master class. However, in the fitness world the term “master class” describes an event rather than the qualifications of the presenter, and this is why any Zumba Instructor can host or organize a master class.

 

EXHILERATE DVD

I just received my Zumba Exhilerate DVD set and have gone through three of the seven DVD's.  I love the music, choreography, and DVD format.  It also comes with toning sticks.  If you are interested in ordering a set for $90.00 including shipping, let me know or you can go to http://www.zumba.com/ to order but will pay the shipping.

Welcome Lovelyn

We welcome Lovelyn who was here visiting from Waikoloa, Hawaii.  She just did a Master Class with Efren Buzzo, the same guy who i did the Zin Jam with.

ZUMBA TONING

I added some Zumba Toning to our class.  If you own Zumba Toning sticks or 1 pound weights, bring them with to class.  If you don't have the sticks, they will be available for purchase.  Even without sticks, you can still dance with us.

Zumba For Hunger Flash Mob

Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (GMT-1000)

Honolulu, HI

This event will be held at Waterfront Plaza (aka Restaurant Row) in conjunction with the Food Drive.  Come out an support the Hawaii Foodbank.  This is a free event.  For tickets, visit my facbook wall and click on the Zumba for Hunger.

GUEST INSTRUCTOR - ROBIN COMBS

We were energized by Dr. Robin Combs of Vermont.  Robin led us in a dance to Shakira's Waka Waka.  Not only is she a Zumba instructor, but she is also a Neurologist, attending the American Academy of Neurology convention.  Mahalo Robin.  It was a pleasure having you join the class.

ZUMBA IN THE MORNING

Zumba at 6:15 am.  I didn't think I could wake that early to get into Waikiki by that time, but I did.

Zin Jam Session

I attended my first Zin Jam Session with Efren Buzzo from California.  It was held at Madalene'z Dancefit Studio in Pearl City.  I learned some new choreography that I will incorporate into some songs.

A JAMMING WEEK

We have been jamming all week with more fun to come.  I started a Zumba Gold class at 4:30 pm followed by a regular Zumba class.  I'm impressed with the people who do both classes.  It's like a mini Zumbathon.

Speaking of Zumbathons, there will be one on Saturday, April 23 at Kamehameha Schools.  This is being put on by several instructors.  I will not be teaching, but I will be attending.  It is the Zumba Love for Japan Zumbathon.  100% of the proceeds will go to the American Red Cross to help fund their relief efforts in Japan.  There are 11 participating instructions with raffles and refreshments.  It's 2 hours of energy and excitement.  Tickets are $15.

I will be having a special class this Thursday, April 7 at 6:15 am.  Yes, 6:15 in the morning.  It's a special wellness event for the hotel staff, but any one is welcomed to attend.  The cost is $3.00 and it will be the Zumba Gold format.