Laurie W

Growing up, I was the kid who was good at academics but terrible at anything related to physical education. Fast forward to my retirement years. I discovered ZUMBA! I believe that everyone – even people like me – can enjoy a Zumba dance party, move to the music, and take part in this fun fitness activity disguised as dance. Everyone is welcome in my Zumba Gold (low impact) and regular Zumba classes. If you feel uncomfortable with fitness activities, think you are not “good enough” to participate, or are challenged while getting the hang of things that other (usually younger) people seem to pick up easily, I extend a special invitation to you! I know that you CAN do it! It’s ok if it takes a while to learn. It’s ok if you never learn to do it “right” – just moving and having fun is all that counts. Come and dance with me!

I teach 45 – 60 minute group Zumba and Zumba Gold dance fitness classes. My music playlists range from Latin rhythms – salsa, cumbia, bachata, etc. – to Bollywood to American classics and current pop. I specialize in Zumba Gold, which is low impact, designed for seniors and those with mobility issues but suitable for everyone. My focus is on getting everyone moving with the music in a way that is appropriate for their own body.

My favorite client is a woman in her 70s who came to me saying she has no sense of rhythm and no experience with dance but she likes the music and wanted to try. She was hesitant at first and it was a challenge for her to follow along. I’ve been encouraging her and helping her learn and now she’s dancing right along with everyone else.

Choral singing, fashion design, creativity