Zumba Fitness with Kerstin

The weather is hotting up but it won't keep us away from Zumba! 🔥

(Hope you all loved our Eurovision entry last night!!!)

It's Zumba Gold tonight, so come along and join us for some wiggles and jiggles, at a pace everyone can enjoy!

6.05pm, Impact Dance Studios on Mill Road near the train station.

Book through the Gymcatch app or website under FitnessWithKerstin

It's the 5 year Anniversary of my return to teaching face to face classes after the big C (and I don't mean Covid, although that too...)

So first and foremost it's only right to once again say a huge THANK YOU to all those who supported us through the dark times and have stayed loyal or joined us since.

That first day back I played some very personal and appropriate tunes, but the warm up track was particularly significant.

Anyone remember what it was? Extra Zumba points if you do!

If you're in class tonight you'll have a little trip down memory lane...

Zumba 💚

I taught my first live, studio, face to face Zumba class tonight in 18 months.

Not gonna lie, it was a bit nerve wracking, but the nerves were gone in seconds.

Back in my happy place, doing what I love.

There were plenty of times last year when I thought I would never do this again, that I couldn't, that I didn't want to. Seeing beyond the Cancer, Chemo and pain seemed impossible. It was about surviving in the moment. The future would hopefully follow. You definitely go into survival mode and every bit of your energy - physically and mentally, goes into getting from one day to the next.

But gradually the darkness lifted and eventually the old magic began to come back. It was a slow process and taking your time is sometimes the hardest part, especially as you start to feel like you again and you want to get back to your previous self in an instant, but your body holds you back.

Tonight that old self did reappear and I haven't seen it in a long time. I was worried it might not still be there - I'm not the same person I was 18 months ago. I mean, I am to some extent, but a lot of me has gone (quite literally!!) or changed.

But I can honestly say it was joyous.

When those happy hormones kick in you're in another world - in my case, the place that I love, that makes everything else disappear. It's all-consuming in the best possible way. Surrounded by smiling faces - everyone wrapped up in the music, in the movements, in the atmosphere. These are AMAZING people who have stuck by me when we had to make lots of changes, when I couldn't teach, who supported my Team, who were incredibly loyal, who were the reason I came back, who made coming back a reality. I will never be able to thank them enough.

I loved EVERYTHING about tonight.

There is no better therapy

Just a reminder that there is no Tuesday Zumba Gold this week as it's Show week - Footloose at the Benn Hall. Hope you've all got your tickets!!

You'd be more than welcome to join us for Zumba Fitness this evening at 7pm.

Book as usual through the Gymcatch app or website.

Looking forward to seeing you all!

Total admiration for my Zumbettes tonight who battled their way through the heat and Zumba'd their soggy little socks off in 33 degree heat!

Kudos to the hardcore crew!

🔥 Feeling hot hot HOT!!! 🔥

Hope you're enjoying your Bank Holiday in the gorgeous sunshine 🌞. You all have the evening off from Zumba to make the most of the break and the glorious weather!

Slap on the factor 50 and grab a Pimms.

All being well, Tuesday Zumba Gold will proceed as normal, however we'll be implementing a new booking policy for this class, beginning this week:

Spaces must be booked by midday on Tuesday, after which bookings will close. Please plan ahead!

If you haven't booked in advance, please contact us directly to check for spaces.

See you Tuesday. Please bring plenty of water and a towel!

Well HURRAY for a normal week with no pesky Bank Holiday interruptions! 😍

Thought we'd take a moment to do something we don't get to do very often and that's to explain what Zumba is really about:

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With roots originating in South American music, Zumba has evolved to embrace rhythms from around the world 🌍
The beauty is in the variety and each class includes a range of rhythms

We face our participants - we want to make eye contact, not stare at ourselves in the mirror!

Our choreo follows a specific format ensuring it is easy to follow and we focus on physical cueing rather than shouting instructions

The energy level rises and falls as we go from a challenging, upbeat track, to a lower impact recovery routine and back up again, ensuring we're able to keep up and not burn out

Whooping is optional! If the mood takes you, whoop to your heart's content

It doesn't matter if your moves don't exactly match the Instructor's. Add your own flavour

Having fun is integral. It's a dance party 🥳 and getting fit is a bonus

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Don't believe us? Come along and find out for yourself. Everyone is welcome 💚

Monday
Zumba Gold 9.15am
Zumba Fitness 7.00pm

Tuesdat
Zumba Gold 6.05pm

Thursday
Seated exercise 11am

Book through the Gymcatch app or website under FitnessWithKerstin

https://gymcatch.com

Calling all those who missed their Monday Zumba fix!

Bank Holidays always mess us up, but
DON'T WORRY
you can join us tonight - 6.05pm at Impact Dance Studios for lots of Zumba fun.

Book through the Gymcatch app or website as usual.

Don't miss out!

As it's the Easter break and we're on a slightly altered timetable, we invite all our Monday Zumba lovers to join us this evening at 6.05pm for your Zumba fix.

We wouldn't want anyone getting withdrawal symptoms!

Book through the Gymcatch app or website as normal.

And/or join us for BalletBeFit at 7pm and try something new. You might just like it!! Don't let the word "Ballet" scare you. It's an all over body workout loosely based on Ballet moves, but no experience is necessary.

Looking forward to see you all later!

Jess has been taking part in my classes since I first began teaching Zumba nearly 14 years ago, when she was just a tiny tot.

Now a fully fledged adult, she'll be running the London Marathon this year in memory of her lovely Mum - Louise.

Both Louise and I went through our cancer journeys at pretty much the same time and shared many a cancer story together. It was heartbreaking to lose her, but she would be so proud of Jess who has been unbelievably strong in the face of such intense loss.

Please support her with a donation if you're able.
Any amount would be greatly appreciated. Jess has worked so hard to raise money to support others 💚

https://www.justgiving.com/page/jess-young-london-marathon?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&fbclid=IwdGRjcAQ7bl5jbGNrBDtuVmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHnUqifP5KIgB3lOiE3X57fknm09QsCIfVAa4Yxr6QqsPvyv92_rdv9-GgpBl_aem_inZYnvmj9Ym2JpEA_daOww

Jess’s fundraiser for The Myton Hospices Help Jessica Young raise money to support The Myton Hospices

We've had a little break from Tuesday night Zumba Gold due to other commitments, but glad to say that

*** WE'RE BACK ***

And definitely ready and raring to go 😊

Join us at 6.05pm, Impact Dance Studios on Mill Road for catchy Latin tracks, easy to follow routines and a whole lotta fun!

Book through the Gymcatch app or website under FitnessWithKerstin.

Feel free to message for further details