1. The exercise phenomenon!
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The exercise phenomenon!
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2. Introduction Primer for Zumba Newbies
Welcome to Zumba Fitness: Primer for Zumba Newbies!
This course is designed to provide new Zumba
fitness users with a basic understanding of Zumba.
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3. Objectives Primer for Zumba Newbies Describe the origin of Zumba
Identify the prerequisites of Zumba
List the safety precautions that must be practiced in Zumba
List the physical benefits of Zumba
Identify the 6 types of Zumba
Identify the 4 basic Zumba steps
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Identify the prerequisites of Zumba basic
Describe the origin of Zumba
List the safety precautions that must be practiced in Zumba
List the physical benefits of Zumba
Identify the 6 types of Zumba
Identify the 4 basic Zumba steps
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After completing this course, you should be able to:
Describe the origin and basics of Zumba
Identify the prerequisites of Zumba
Identify the 6 main types of Zumba
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5. Main Menu: Topics Primer for Zumba Newbies Zumba Basics
Before Getting Started – Zumba Prerequisites
Zumba Safety
Physical benefits
Types of Zumba
Basic Zumba steps
Knowledge Check
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6. I. Zumba Basics Primer for Zumba Newbies
Zumba is a Latin-inspired cardio-dance workout that uses music and choreographed steps to form a fitness party atmosphere. Created in the mid 1990’s by Colombian fitness instructor Alberto "Beto" Perez, Zumba’s growth has been astronomical! Recent reports indicate there are over 14,000,000 in over 185 countries in more than 140,000 locations.
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Zumba is a Latin-inspired cardio-dance workout that uses music and choreographed steps to form a fitness party atmosphere.
Created in the mid 1990’s by Colombian fitness instructor Alberto "Beto" Perez, Zumba’s growth has been astronomical! Recent reports indicate there are over 14,000,000 in over 185 countries in more than 140,000 locations.

7. Zumba Basics (continued)
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Zumba Basics (continued)
Zumba classes are high energy workouts held in fitness centers, storefront studios, church basements and school auditoriums, and night clubs by day. Rhythms may contain everything from jazz to African beats to country, to hip-hop, and pop.
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Zumba classes are high energy workouts held in fitness centers, storefront studios, church basements and school auditoriums, and night clubs by day. Rhythms may contain everything from jazz to African beats to country, to hip-hop, and pop.

8. Knowledge Check Primer for Zumba Newbies True/False
Zumba is a high energy workout that is practiced in a party atmosphere.
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9. Before Getting Started: Prerequisites to Zumba
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Before Getting Started: Prerequisites to Zumba
Do you want a heart pumping cardio workout? Are you open to newness? Do you want to lose weight? Are you physically capable of fitness workout?
If you answered yes to these questions, then let’s Zumba!
Check with your doctor to be sure that you are able to physically complete the workout.
Select a qualified instructor
Determine the appropriate level for your first workout, especially if you are not an avid dancer.
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Do you want a heart pumping cardio workout? Are you open to newness? Do you want to lose weight? Are you physically capable of fitness workout?
If you answered yes to these questions, then let’s Zumba!
Check with your doctor to be sure that you are able to physically complete the workout.
Select a qualified instructor with dance and fitness training and certification.
Determine the appropriate level for your first workout, especially if you are not an avid dancer.
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Group Fitness Instructor Certification is through the American Council on Exercise (ACE)

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Instructor qualifications are not important in Zumba because workouts are conducted in a fun atmosphere.
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11. III. Zumba Safety Primer for Zumba Newbies
Wear appropriate clothing and shoes
Light, loose-fitting clothing that will not restrict movement
No tennis shoes! Shoes Should be lightweight, comfortable, thinly soled sneakers
Warm up before beginning
Be sure you have room to groove!
Be sure you have enough elbow room to work out
Drink plenty of water
Wear a headband to keep sweat and hair out of your eyes
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Wear appropriate clothing and shoes
Light, loose-fitting clothing that will not restrict movement
No tennis shoes! Shoes Should be lightweight, comfortable, thinly soled sneakers
Warm up before beginning
Be sure you have room to groove!
Be sure you have enough elbow room to work out
Drink plenty of water
Wear a headband to keep sweat and hair out of your eyes

12. Knowledge Check Primer for Zumba Newbies Multiple Choice
To ensure your safety and the safety of others around you, a Zumba participant should always:
Be sure there is ample space between you and those around you
Wear tennis shoes
Wear tight fitting, colorful clothing to get in the groove
Let your hair fly
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To ensure your safety and the safety of others around you, a Zumba participant should always:
Be sure there is ample space between you and those around you (This answer is correct)
Wear tennis shoes
Wear tight fitting, colorful clothing to get in the groove
Let your hair fly

13. Zumba builds a better body!
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IV. Physical Benefits
Zumba builds a better body!
Burns between 600 – 1000 calories in a 45 minute session
Feel happier and more relaxed after your workout
Improve your fitness
Builds toned and lean muscles
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14. Knowledge Check Primer for Zumba Newbies Click box True/False
An averge Zumba workout van burn up to 1,000 calories.
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15. V. Types of Zumba Primer for Zumba Newbies
Zumba classes have evolved over the years to include variety of specialized fitness programs. Rollover each caption to learn more about each type.
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Zumba classes have evolved over the years to include variety of specialized fitness programs.
Some of the most popular classes Zumba fitness, Zumba toning, Zumba Sentao, Zumba Gold, and Zumba Circuit. Let’s take a closer look at each of these Zumba types. Rollover each caption to learn more about each type.
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Zumba Fitness logo with rollover - The most popular style of Zumba, and the class that started it all! High intensity, low impact, interval training.
Zumba toning logo with roller - Resistance training aimed at strengthening. Uses apparatus such as toning sticks which are similar to lightweight dumb bells to enhance rhythm, build strength and tone all the target zones.
Zumba Sentao logo with rollover: An explosive chair-based choreography that strengthens and enhances muscle strength, improves definition and endurance, and tones the physique!
Zumba Gold logo with rollover - Invigorating, exhilarating dance-fitness class that provides modified, low-impact moves for active older adults and beginners.
Aqua Zumba logo with rollover - As the name implies, this workout takes place in a pool combining Zumba® formula and philosophy into traditional aqua fitness disciplines.
Zumba in the Circuit logo with rollover - 30 minutes of high-octane, Latin-inspired dance-fitness moves combined with interval training for a metabolism-boosting, strength-building workout guaranteed not to bore!

16. Types of Zumba (continued)
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Zumba Gold Toning logo with rollover- Combines the enticing international rhythms of a slower-paced Zumba® Gold dance-fitness class with the sculpting moves of a Zumba® Toning class, creating an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance-fitness program anyone can enjoy.
Zumba Kids with rollover- The ultimate dance-fitness party for young Zumba fans ages 7-11, with age-appropriate music and moves that get kids movin’ to the beat. It’s all about feeling fearless on the dance floor, reinforcing the idea that it’s okay to just be yourself and dance like no one’s watching
Zumba Kids Jr. logo with rollover – Designed for ages 4-6, classes allow the little bundles of energy to socialize, move to age-appropriate music and play games with other kids.
Zumbini- Zumba for the babies ages 0-3! Moms, dads, and their little ones wiggle, sing and learn together, the Zumbini™ program is where the science of child development meets the magic of Zumba® – for the ultimate bonding experience

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Which Zumba type is best for older participants and beginners?
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18. VI. Zumba Basic Steps Primer for Zumba Newbies Meringue Reggaeton
Salsa
Cumbia
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19. VI. Zumba Basic Steps Primer for Zumba Newbies
Meringue is a Latin dance similar to a march, but feet do not lift too high off the ground. Move arms in small circular motions and keep them close to the hips or the waist.
Reggaeton is a combination of Latin and hip hop and is more of a style of dance. It requires stomping the feet and keeping bent knees while staying close to the ground.
Salsa uses a triplet step rhythm that is counted as one-and-two, three-and-four. Your right foot goes out to the side on "one", left foot steps in place on "and", right foot back in on "two". Then the left foot steps out on "three", right foot in place on "and" and left foot back in on "four".
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Caption : Meringue is a Latin dance similar to a march, but feet do not lift too high off the ground. Move arms in small circular motions and keep them close to the hips or the waist.
Caption : Salsa uses a triplet step rhythm that is counted as one-and-two, three-and-four. Your right foot goes out to the side on "one", left foot steps in place on "and", right foot back in on "two". Then the left foot steps out on "three", right foot in place on "and" and left foot back in on "four".
Caption : Reggaeton is a combination of Latin and hip hop and is more of a style of dance. It requires stomping the feet and keeping bent knees while staying close to the ground.
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Learn the Merengue, Salsa, and Reggaeton

20. VI. Zumba Basic Steps (continued)
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VI. Zumba Basic Steps (continued)
Cumbia is a folk dance from Columbia. The cumbia step is right foot front, left foot steps in place, right foot back, left foot step in place. The cumbia feels like rocking from front to back.
Learn Cumbia
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21. Knowledge Check Primer for Zumba Newbies Multiple Choice
Which basic Zumba step is more a dance style than a dance step, and is based on Latin and hip-hop?
Salsa
Cumbia
Reggaeton
Merengue
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Reggaeton (This answer is correct)
Merengue

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23. Primer for Zumba Newbies
Thank you!
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