Wednesday, March 21, 2012
to all of you...
I am so appreciative of all you who come to my class, stand in line, just to get a good spot. Please don't ever think different. You guys are far beyond my state of mind. You have become my day to day. If you're not happy, I'm not happy, and I wish you all the best.\ I just want you to know that you are my motor. What keeps me going and doing what I do.Sometimes I may not be at my best. I certainly try to. Sometimes I've just had a bad day, and I apologize. I really always want to give you my best and be the best instructor that I can. Thank you all for being so supportive!
Change a world...
Today I saw a student of mine, very sad. She was worried and thinking she was probably gonna get fired next week.She said "I'm living pay check to pay check." You know what, I thought.. so am I! I wasn't having the best week. I have so many many things to take care of. The whole class, all I could do was look at her, and all I could think of was, how can I make her smile? You know what? She brought me out of my depression and all I could think of was... how can I make her smile? Sometimes we all have moments...things that make us reflect on our lives, tough moments we may go through. Today, I asked God to make me understand why I am going through, whatever I am going through... And I realized... I am healthy and OK... How are you doing? We worry so much about the little things... We forget the big picture and forget the some people would like to have our problems, and think about what they have to do tomorrow. When all we have to do is accept what God gave us today and move on to tomorrow. Where we can be better and not worse. Where we can make a difference and not let it all be the same.. You can make a difference... with a simple smile. I did today. I changed a persons day, just by trying to be the best person I know how to, can you?
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Schedule!!!
St. Patrick's Day Zumba
This Saturday March 17th 3 P.M.- 5 P.M.
@ Dance North County in Encinitas!
Bring a Friend!!!
$20 per person or 2 for $30
Happy Zumbatrick's Day!
Mornings @ All Star Dance in Solana Beach
Mon- Wed 10 A.M.
Tues- Friday 11 A.M.
Tuesday 7 P.M. @ The Greenasium (1465 Encinitas Blvd.)
Mira Mesa
@ Being Fit Fitness Center (8292 Mira Mesa Blvd.)
Mondays- 5:30 and 7:30 P.M.
Mission Valley
@ YMCA Mission Valley (5505 Friars Rd.)
Wednesdays 5:30 P.M.
Del Mar
@ North County Dance Arts (12750 Carmel Country Rd.)
Thursdays at 9:30 A.M.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!! :)
This Saturday March 17th 3 P.M.- 5 P.M.
@ Dance North County in Encinitas!
Bring a Friend!!!
$20 per person or 2 for $30
Happy Zumbatrick's Day!
Mornings @ All Star Dance in Solana Beach
Mon- Wed 10 A.M.
Tues- Friday 11 A.M.
Tuesday 7 P.M. @ The Greenasium (1465 Encinitas Blvd.)
Mira Mesa
@ Being Fit Fitness Center (8292 Mira Mesa Blvd.)
Mondays- 5:30 and 7:30 P.M.
Mission Valley
@ YMCA Mission Valley (5505 Friars Rd.)
Wednesdays 5:30 P.M.
Del Mar
@ North County Dance Arts (12750 Carmel Country Rd.)
Thursdays at 9:30 A.M.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!! :)
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Try to go to Zumba rehab and I said NO, NO, NO!
There is no doubt Zumba is not only fun and a fantastic workout but it is also like a drug. I see it happen every day! People get hooked very easily and can't stop going. Which I think is wonderful! I love my job and to be able to be the "dealer", so to speak, is an honor! LOL...But... How much Zumba is too much? I don't think there's a limit! It's such a positive and beneficial addiction, that the sky is the limit. I know when I take a vacation, or a couple of days off I definitely start getting withdrawals by the second day. How long does it take you? In fact every Sunday night (when I don't teach on the weekends) I feel them coming on. So, the other day it occured to me I may need Zumba Rehab. Can you imagine? What would that be like? What kind of horrific place would that be where there would be people keeping you away from doing Zumba.
Would the place be quiet...but not completely silent. They would constantly be playing fun music with the volume so low that you can't enjoy it, but loud enough to where you can identify the songs... to the point where you start yelling "Turn it up! Turn it up!". You would only be allowed to march to the music the whole time...no shaking... no wobbling...no body rolls... no clapping...No having fun. I imagine everyone would be frowning. No one is allowed to wear bright colors. So boring... so monotonous.
That's why if anybody were to try and make me go to Zumba rehab.... I would have to say No, No, No!
I want to go crazy and have fun so let's zumba on!!! Zumba is the best addiction I have ever known!
Would the place be quiet...but not completely silent. They would constantly be playing fun music with the volume so low that you can't enjoy it, but loud enough to where you can identify the songs... to the point where you start yelling "Turn it up! Turn it up!". You would only be allowed to march to the music the whole time...no shaking... no wobbling...no body rolls... no clapping...No having fun. I imagine everyone would be frowning. No one is allowed to wear bright colors. So boring... so monotonous.
That's why if anybody were to try and make me go to Zumba rehab.... I would have to say No, No, No!
I want to go crazy and have fun so let's zumba on!!! Zumba is the best addiction I have ever known!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Schedule and NEW LOCATION!
Hello my dear dancers and Zumbistas! So sorry I haven't posted anything in a while. I've had a very hectic week. I moved to a new apartment and WAW... I didn't realize how much stuff I had. Luckily had great friends help me move. Also, I am looking for a roommate. I had one ined up but she backed out on my the day before the 1st :( Do you know of anyone who would like to rent a room in the UTC area? It's a great location and amazing apartment. Let me know!
Although my stuff is still all over the place, I felt the urge to write on here and let you know that I'm back and ready to bring you some fun blogging.
I also wanted to let you know I am no longer teaching in Encinitas. I have moved those classes to All Star Dance in Solana Beach. My new schedule is as follows:
Solana Beach
Mornings @ All Star Dance (981 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite F)
Mon- Wed 10 A.M.
Friday 11 A.M.
(more classes coming soon)
Evenings @ The Greenasium (1465 Encinitas Blvd.)
Tuesday 7 P.M.
Mira Mesa
@ Being Fit Fitness Center (8292 Mira Mesa Blvd.)
Mondays- 5:30 and 7:30 P.M.
Mission Valley
@ YMCA Mission Valley (5505 Friars Rd.)
Wednesdays 5:30 P.M.
Del Mar
@ North County Dance Arts (12750 Carmel Country Rd.)
Thursdays at 9:30 A.M.
Pfizer Pfitness Center (Private gym)
Tuesdays 5 P.M.
Thursdays 12 P.M.
SAIC
@ Private Fitness Center
Tuesdays 11 A.M.
Private Dance Lessons upon request.
Hope you can join us to have a great time, get a good work out and shake it baby!
Although my stuff is still all over the place, I felt the urge to write on here and let you know that I'm back and ready to bring you some fun blogging.
I also wanted to let you know I am no longer teaching in Encinitas. I have moved those classes to All Star Dance in Solana Beach. My new schedule is as follows:
Solana Beach
Mornings @ All Star Dance (981 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite F)
Mon- Wed 10 A.M.
Friday 11 A.M.
(more classes coming soon)
Evenings @ The Greenasium (1465 Encinitas Blvd.)
Tuesday 7 P.M.
Mira Mesa
@ Being Fit Fitness Center (8292 Mira Mesa Blvd.)
Mondays- 5:30 and 7:30 P.M.
Mission Valley
@ YMCA Mission Valley (5505 Friars Rd.)
Wednesdays 5:30 P.M.
Del Mar
@ North County Dance Arts (12750 Carmel Country Rd.)
Thursdays at 9:30 A.M.
Pfizer Pfitness Center (Private gym)
Tuesdays 5 P.M.
Thursdays 12 P.M.
SAIC
@ Private Fitness Center
Tuesdays 11 A.M.
Private Dance Lessons upon request.
Hope you can join us to have a great time, get a good work out and shake it baby!
Thursday, January 12, 2012
How to get the most out of a Zumba class
- First of all, the best way to get the most out of Zumba is to come to class! LOL. If you miss it, you will really miss it and have withdrawals. Just NOT kidding. Seriously, if you want to benefit from it, like any sport, you have to keep at it.
“What fits your busy schedule better, exercising one hour a day or being dead 24 hours a day?”
Randy Glasbergen, Cartoonist
- No matter what, keep moving. As long as you can move your body in some shape or form, you are able to Zumba. I once had a lady who needed a walker to stand, and even then she hardly ever missed a class. She would sit down on a chair and wave her arms as much as possible. So if she can, you can.
“We do not stop exercising because we grow old - we grow old because we stop exercising.”
Dr. Kenneth Cooper, Cooper Institute.
- Remember to breathe. Keep your pace to a level you are comfortable with and check your pulse if necessary so you don’t over do it.
- If you want to work harder at it, push yourself to put a little more effort into it. Example: Like when we do a song with a lot of abdominal work, make sure and tighten your abs; When we do lunges, go a little lower; when we jump, jump a little higher, when we twist, twist a little more… get it? I burn about 900 calories a class. If I can, you can.
- Feel the music! The music is your guide in Zumba. Did you know that Zumba should really be taught without a microphone? The music and changes in every song are all your guides to change steps. So listen and feel the music! If you’re not very musical, look out for my cues… I usually lift my foot a little more, turn my head, clap, or simply point towards the next step to keep you on it.
- If you have a hard time doing both feet and arms, go for the footwork first and work your way up to doing both. Just wait till you’re comfortable. Remember, it gets easier every time! There will come a day when I will make a mistake and you will be the one to catch me! ;)
- Don’t take it seriously! Zumba is made to get you in shape but more importantly to make you have fun and be happy! Don’t be shy or afraid others might judge you, or look at you funny. They are on the same boat as you are. Feel free to laugh at me, or at yourself and take it all lightly.
- Smile! It will make you feel so, so, so much better if you do. When you see yourself in the mirror you will reflect happiness to yourself and to all of those around you. Sometimes the person next to you needs a smile, you just might make their day. No matter what kind of day you’re having, smile…
“Smile. It’s the second best thing you can do with your lips.”
- Make sure and stay for the cool down. It is VERY important that you stretch after a Zumba class. You’re muscles need it so you don’t hurt yourself. If for some reason you have to leave the class earlier, make sure and give yourself time to stretch before you go.
- Bring in your best energy! I know sometimes it’s hard to do because this thing called life happens, but a class with positive energy is always more fun.
“Positive thinking evokes more energy, more initiative and more happiness.”
With that said, I leave you my dearest dancers, Zumbistas, readers, or Curious George’s or Georgettes. Much love and positive energy from me to you this week and keep this in mind for the next class.
“What fits your busy schedule better, exercising one hour a day or being dead 24 hours a day?”
Randy Glasbergen, Cartoonist
- No matter what, keep moving. As long as you can move your body in some shape or form, you are able to Zumba. I once had a lady who needed a walker to stand, and even then she hardly ever missed a class. She would sit down on a chair and wave her arms as much as possible. So if she can, you can.
“We do not stop exercising because we grow old - we grow old because we stop exercising.”
Dr. Kenneth Cooper, Cooper Institute.
- Remember to breathe. Keep your pace to a level you are comfortable with and check your pulse if necessary so you don’t over do it.
- If you want to work harder at it, push yourself to put a little more effort into it. Example: Like when we do a song with a lot of abdominal work, make sure and tighten your abs; When we do lunges, go a little lower; when we jump, jump a little higher, when we twist, twist a little more… get it? I burn about 900 calories a class. If I can, you can.
- Feel the music! The music is your guide in Zumba. Did you know that Zumba should really be taught without a microphone? The music and changes in every song are all your guides to change steps. So listen and feel the music! If you’re not very musical, look out for my cues… I usually lift my foot a little more, turn my head, clap, or simply point towards the next step to keep you on it.
- If you have a hard time doing both feet and arms, go for the footwork first and work your way up to doing both. Just wait till you’re comfortable. Remember, it gets easier every time! There will come a day when I will make a mistake and you will be the one to catch me! ;)
- Don’t take it seriously! Zumba is made to get you in shape but more importantly to make you have fun and be happy! Don’t be shy or afraid others might judge you, or look at you funny. They are on the same boat as you are. Feel free to laugh at me, or at yourself and take it all lightly.
- Smile! It will make you feel so, so, so much better if you do. When you see yourself in the mirror you will reflect happiness to yourself and to all of those around you. Sometimes the person next to you needs a smile, you just might make their day. No matter what kind of day you’re having, smile…
“Smile. It’s the second best thing you can do with your lips.”
- Make sure and stay for the cool down. It is VERY important that you stretch after a Zumba class. You’re muscles need it so you don’t hurt yourself. If for some reason you have to leave the class earlier, make sure and give yourself time to stretch before you go.
- Bring in your best energy! I know sometimes it’s hard to do because this thing called life happens, but a class with positive energy is always more fun.
“Positive thinking evokes more energy, more initiative and more happiness.”
With that said, I leave you my dearest dancers, Zumbistas, readers, or Curious George’s or Georgettes. Much love and positive energy from me to you this week and keep this in mind for the next class.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Schedule this week! (2 hours at the Rock Church!)
Here is my schedule this week... Special 2 hour Zumba Event on Saturday!
Encinitas
Mornings @ Dance North County (535 Encinitas Blvd.)
Mon- Wed 10 A.M.
Friday 11 A.M.
Evenings @ The Greenasium (1465 Encinitas Blvd.)
Tuesday 7 P.M.
Mira Mesa
@ Being Fit Fitness Center (8292 Mira Mesa Blvd.)
Mondays- 5:30 and 7:30 P.M.
Normal Heights
@ Zumba Studio 3458 Adams Ave.
Tuesdays 9 A.M.
Mission Valley
@ YMCA Mission Valley (5505 Friars Rd.)
Wednesdays 5:30 P.M.
Del Mar
@ North County Dance Arts (12750 Carmel Country Rd.)
Thursdays at 9:30 A.M.
SPECIAL EVENT This Saturday January 14th 2 P.M.- 4 P.M. @ The Rock Church!
A few instructors keep the energy going.
It's only $7 per person and all proceeds go to "Never knew a fathers love" ministry.
Hope you can make it! The energy is magical!
Encinitas
Mornings @ Dance North County (535 Encinitas Blvd.)
Mon- Wed 10 A.M.
Friday 11 A.M.
Evenings @ The Greenasium (1465 Encinitas Blvd.)
Tuesday 7 P.M.
Mira Mesa
@ Being Fit Fitness Center (8292 Mira Mesa Blvd.)
Mondays- 5:30 and 7:30 P.M.
Normal Heights
@ Zumba Studio 3458 Adams Ave.
Tuesdays 9 A.M.
Mission Valley
@ YMCA Mission Valley (5505 Friars Rd.)
Wednesdays 5:30 P.M.
Del Mar
@ North County Dance Arts (12750 Carmel Country Rd.)
Thursdays at 9:30 A.M.
SPECIAL EVENT This Saturday January 14th 2 P.M.- 4 P.M. @ The Rock Church!
A few instructors keep the energy going.
It's only $7 per person and all proceeds go to "Never knew a fathers love" ministry.
Hope you can make it! The energy is magical!
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