Party for The Fringe Festival

Venue location

7.10pm Thomas Morton Hall
  Leith Library, 28-30 Ferry Road
  Edinburgh EH6 4AE,

10pm  The Yard
  2 Bonnington Road Lane
  Edinburgh EH6 5BJ,
  0131 554 131

Instructors

Joanna- EDINBURGH
Zumba Instructor Since: Oct 2009
She is Qualified Fitness Instructor REPs Level 2 Exercise to Music and Oficial Zumba Instructor B1, B2, Zumbatomic and future Aqua Zumba.
For more than 4 years she was taking different type of classes: Aerobics, Dance Aerobics, Step, Body Conditioning, Aqua Aerobic, Latino Dance and more. I was studying Oriental and Latino Dance in Granada and I starts my adventure with Bollywood Dance and Hip Hop in UK.

She was looking for some changes and some inspirations for her current classes and She found Zumba:)
Zumba It's fun, It's a good workout and It's like on the party. The steps are simple and you don't have to know how to dance.
You will have a blast :):):):):)!

Susan- FALKRIK
Zumba Instructor Since: Jul 2009
Susan has been a Physical Education teacher in Falkirk for 6 years now and is continually looking for ways to get a range of pupils involved in exercise that is worthwhile and enjoyable. She started going to classes in the local area about 2 years ago (at Donna's very first class) and was immediately addicted, She absolutely love it!!! She has recently trained as an instructor and love seeing people enjoying the classes as much as my friends and I do.
If you're unsure come along and you will soon be as hooked as we are!

Katie- FALKRIK
Zumba Instructor Since: Jan 2010
Katie became a Zumba instructor through attending Zumba classes in 2009 and immediately became hooked. Her love of Latin American music started at a young age. When in her late teens Katie took up salsa dancing, along with Jive and East Cost Swing, which she learnt in Scotland and in the USA. Even though Zumba is not done as partner dance which she had been use to in the past, it included her love of all these dances and she began teaching Zumba as her occupation. Currently studying psychology she can see why Zumba has a huge impact on peoples lives and is glad to be part of something that is continually inspiring others and making positive changes in their life, not only by encouraging people into exercise but watching peoples confidence and self esteem grow, which she considers to be the biggest hook of all

Susan- FALKRIK
Zumba Instructor Since: Jan 2010
Susan has always loved dancing and has tried her hand at most types throughout the years. When she went to her first Zumba class she knew she had found something she was going to love!!!Susan 'discovered' Zumba in October 2009 and loved it!! She loved it so much she wanted to let everyone know what a great way it is to exercise and have fun at the same time, and so she became an instructor in January 2010. Since then she has taken her B2 training and also her Zumbatomic training. Susan's zumba philosophy is - if she can do it, anyone can!!! So ditch the workout and join the party - you won't regret it!!!

Jennie and Gill-FALKRIK
Zumba instructor Since: May 2010
Gill and I have always been interested in health and fitness and discovered Zumba around a year ago. We were really lucky to have some amazing classes and instructors on our doorstep, including Donna Giffen. We very quickly found ourselves hooked and after a few months of doing zumba every night decided to do our instructors training and step it up to the next level.
The absolute buzz you get from both being part of and instructing a class is unrivalled in other forms of fitness. As well as that the "secret ingredient" zumba possesses allows you to leave your troubles at the door and forget them for one really positive hour. We've met some amazing people and have a lovely set of new buddies, who provide encouragement, support and laughs whenever it's required. Zumba IS the answer! What was the question? :) Gill Fleming and Jennie Young xxx

Julie-FALKRIK
Zumba instructor Since: : Mar 2010 .
My love for music started at a young age when I took up the violin in primary school and later started piano then guitar. Zumba for me is one of the best ways to let other people experience so many different kinds of music that they would not usually encounter and use the music to express themselves in so many ways! I absolutely love having a room full of people loving international music and "wooing" and singing along and having so much fun! I became an instructor in March this year and have never looked back!

Nicola-FALKRIK
Zumba instructor Since: Oct 2009
From a young age i have always had a passion for dance and a desire to perform. My love for dance allowed me to be involved in different styles such as tap, modern, jazz and cheerleading.
  I was introduced to zumba in 2009 and was lucky enough to attend zumba class with the amazing Donna Giffen. From the start i was hooked, finally a type of exercise that was not only good for you, but a workout with fun laughter and smiles. Having never been a fan of the "gym" Zumba was the ideal if not perfect workout combining dance and fitness into an easy to follow class.
  In october i attended the workshop and decided that i not only wanted to be a participant in classes but also an instructor, to help inspire others the way i had, with the infusion of latin beats and movements. i have met some amazing and wonderful people along the way (participants) who come devotedly to every class, share their stories and fill the room with positive energy that makes you smile the whole way through your class and instructors who are so supportive and friendly, and give encouragement and advice when needed. As the saying goes : Ditch the workout, Join the party!!! and that's what zumba is a party. Peace Love Zumba, Nick

Lee- DUNFERMLINE
Zumba instructor Since: Nov 2009.
Lee started dancing at the age of 5, and has loved showing off ever since, either on stage, doing martial arts or teaching fitness classes. Her passion for fitness lead her to study Physiology and Sports Science at university, leading to her current job as Physical Activity Strategy Co-ordinator for Falkirk Council. Her Zumba career started when she launched classes for the Circuit Health & Fitness Clubs earlier this year, before branching out on her own in Fife.

Maja-GLASGOW
Zumba instructor Since: Oct 2009.
Hi:) I'm Maya and I love teaching Zumba classes. I am graduated from University School of Physical Education (MA 2003) and I am Fitness Instructor since 2002.I have been teaching many freestyle classes but now I am in love with Zumba :) The reason is simple: Every class feels like a party! Come join me and you'll see what I mean. You don't even have to know how to dance. Just move your body and follow my lead. It's easy! Check out my class schedule to find a location you like. Or click "Contact Instructor" to send me an e-mail and I'll get in touch with you about finding a class. Come try it, I guarantee you will have a blast! I look forward to meeting you!

Vanessa- Edinburgh
Zumba instructor Since: Jan 2010
Vanessa originates from New Zealand and has been teaching in the fitness industry for over 12 years. This fun loving kiwi has a background in Dance, Gymnastics, Competitive Aerobics (4 New Zealand national tittles) and most recently was a reserve Gladiator in the new UK series!
Zumba is my new love and passion! Keeping fit has never been so much fun! Come join the zumba party!!