At Zumba's "SELFish Carnival," "Good Place" star, activist, and badass babe Jameela Jamil, spoke about taking time out of your day to be "unapologetically selfish". To that effect, we played carnival games, did a few Zumba routines and drank delicious smoothies. The almost-60 attendees and I all had a blast dedicating this evening to ourselves and our health. So take some "me time" and find a Zumba class near you; you'll thank yourself later.
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There are many kinds of classes
Whether you're looking for a standard dance class, class for seniors, kids, or even a dance class in the pool, (seriously Aqua Zumba is a thing), there's something for you. According to Grant, "There is Zumba Kids + Kids Jr., which is a Zumba program geared for kids ages 4-12, Zumba Gold for the active older adult or de-conditioned individual, Aqua Zumba and aquatic program, Zumba Step for those who want a step class with amazing music, Zumba Toning to tone and dance, Zumbini a 'Mommy and me' class and Strong By Zumba, a non-dance HIIT program". So try one or try all! (Okay maybe don't try a kid's class if you're not under age 12; you might get funny looks).
Some people go to church, others go to Zumba! (or maybe you go to both). There's no better way to make a new friend (or seven), then to sweat next to them for an hour. If you become a regular at a certain class, chances are you'll find your "favorite spot" to stand and start befriending those who stand around you. Then maybe you can all go grab a tea or healthy snack together after class! It's easy, as Grant puts it, all you have to do is "go to Zumba.com and type in your zip code", to find the class nearest to you.
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It's for everyone
If it wasn't already obvious, Zumba is for "ANYONE and EVERYONE", according to Gina Grant. "You can dance away your problems and not worry about being judged. Dance like no one is watching is actually a thing!".
Seriously, no matter what shape or size you are, or if you're a good dancer or not, you can jump aboard the Zumba train, which is part of Jameela Jamil's whole mission as an activist. She says of Zumba on her Instagram, "I love exercise that doesn't on weight loss or vanity. It's just about moving, having and listening to good music". And she's right. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for a class ASAP!
