Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love teaching Zumba
classes. But, a lot of people don’t understand how hard the instructor is working both in and out of class.
Here’s the best comparison I can offer you: teaching a group
fitness class is like going for a run while belting out your favorite songs (if
it’s an Aqua Zumba class, add to that the heat and humidity of an indoor
swimming pool room). Talking (and
yelling) through a whole class adds a whole new level of cardio intensity. Add to that the difficulty of always
having to think about what step comes next; it’s a workout for your brain,
too.
But teaching a group fitness class is not just a workout,
it’s a performance. When you’re on
the microphone, it’s your responsibility to keep everyone’s morale and energy
levels high. So, even when I get
tired, I can’t show it.
Another thing that a lot of people don’t realize instructors
do is choreography. We all spend
way too much time listening to new music and dancing around our bedrooms, just
to come up with a fun dance that will make our participants want to get up and
move.
For me, the hard work and exhaustion is 100% worth it. I love participating in Zumba and I
love teaching it even more.
But, if you’re into Zumba (or any group fitness classes, for
that matter), I encourage you to take some time to thank your instructor. She (or he) is working VERY hard for
you.
Check back next week for some new choreography videos! Here are the songs I’m working on:
Keep dancing,
Bridgit
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