The Zumba® Academy
The Zumba® Academy provides many opportunities for fitness and dance instructors to learn how to teach Zumba classes. New students and aspiring first-time instructors are also welcome to begin their teaching journey with the Zumba program.
Anyone interested in becoming a Zumba Instructor must attend a Zumba Instructor Training course, and then must keep their instructor license current through a variety of courses offered by the Zumba Academy, or by joining the Zumba® Instructor Network (ZIN™).
The first step in becoming a Zumba Instructor is to attend one of these introductory courses: Zumba® Basic Steps Level 1 or Jump Start Gold™.
ZUMBA® BASIC 1
This course teaches you the foundation and formula to teach a Zumba® class. You will learn the steps to four basic rhythms (merengue, salsa, cumbia, reggaeton). You ll learn how to put these steps together into a song, and how to create your first Zumba class. We ll provide you with all the tools and resources you will need to teach a Zumba class. License: One-year basic Zumba license. Prerequisite: None.
JUMP START GOLD™
This course is designed for new instructors who wish to teach the active older adult and addresses the anatomical, physiological and psychological needs specific to this population. It will also prepare you to teach students just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle and who want to join the fitness-party for the first time. The Jump Start Gold Instructor Training teaches you the foundation and formula to teach a Zumba class and prepares you to teach Zumba Gold® classes by integrating the concepts of the Zumba Gold program. License: One-year basic Zumba license; Zumba Gold license as long as you are a ZIN™ Member in good standing.
ZUMBA® BASIC 2
This course covers steps for four more rhythms (belly dance, flamenco, tango, samba) while reinforcing the Zumba formula for success in an easy, effective class for everyone. You'll learn advanced techniques, network and share choreography with the most dedicated and knowledgeable instructors, and spend time enhancing your professional skills. License: One-year basic Zumba license. Prerequisite: Must be a current Zumba Instructor (50% off for ZIN Members).
Zumba Gold®
This specialty course is designed for current Zumba Instructors who wish to teach the active older adult and addresses the anatomical, physiological and psychological needs specific to this population. It will also prepare you to teach students just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle and who want to join the fitness-party for the first time. The Zumba Gold® program also includes a Zumba chair workout. License: Zumba Gold license as long as you are a ZIN™ Member in good standing. Prerequisite: Must be a member of the Zumba® Instructor Network (ZIN™).
Zumba® Toning
This specialty course is designed for current Zumba® Instructors who wish to learn how to blend body-sculpting techniques and specific Zumba moves into one calorie-burning, strength-training class. You'll learn how to use weighted, maraca-like Zumba Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm, build strength and tone all the target zones. License: Zumba Toning license as long as you are a ZIN™ Member in good standing. Prerequisite: Must be a member of the Zumba® Instructor Network (ZIN™). Fitness certification recommended.
AQUA ZUMBA®
This Specialty course is the "pool party" workout for all ages. You'll learn how to teach safe, effective and challenging water-based workouts that integrate the Zumba formula and philosophy into traditional aqua fitness disciplines. License: Aqua Zumba® license as long as you are a ZIN Member in good standing. Prerequisite: Must be a member of the Zumba Instructor Network (ZIN). AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association) certification recommended.
Zumbatomic®
Kids love to crank up the music, shake, wiggle and have a blast with their friends. So why not get fit while theye at it? This Specialty course teaches you how to fuse the Zumba program's unique formula with the psychology and physiology relevant to teaching kids ages 4-12. Youll learn how to modify Zumba moves to get optimal results, and receive tips on discipline and class management. License: Zumbatomic® license as long as you are a ZIN Member in good standing. Prerequisite: Must be a member of the Zumba Instructor Network (ZIN).
Zumba SentaoTM
The Zumba Sentao™ program is an intense new way to enhance the fitness-party thrill! Instructors who enroll to become licensed in this specialty program learn explosive chair-based choreography that will strengthen, balance and stabilize the core, and step up cardio work in a whole new way. Students learn to use a chair and their own body weight to enhance muscle strength, improve definition and endurance, and tone their physique! License: Zumba Sentao™ license as long as you are a ZIN™ Member in good standing. Prerequisite: Must be a member of the Zumba® Instructor Network (ZIN™).
