What Zumba® Training Do You Sign up For?

Enrolling in an instructor training in Wisconsin is easier than ever. The Zumba® instructor training (called Zumba Basic 1) will provide you with all of the information, resources and tools you'll need to instruct Zumba® classes in Wisconsin and beyond.

The training will cover the following information and provide resources:

• Four main Zumba® rhythms, which include salsa, reggaeton, merengue and cumbia
• Ways to merge the basic rhythms to various music styles
• A digital instructor manual and other materials
• Your Zumba® Instructor License

The in person Zumba® instructor training is a valuable and hands on Zumba® course. You'll enjoy this fun and energetic training and connect with other participants who share the same goal of becoming a stellar instructor. You'll also have the ability to ask your instructor questions during the course and experience the strong support system that Zumba® encompasses.

Search for a Zumba® training near you to register for Zumba® Basic 1 and be one step closer to beginning your Zumba® instructor journey. After you register for a training near you in Wisconsin, you'll receive a confirmation email. With that, you'll find all of the course information and important items you should bring like a towel, sweatshirt, comfortable shoes, a water bottle and a healthy snack.

Sometimes, an in person training session doesn't fit with your schedule. If you can't find an in person option you can attend, Zumba® offers online instructor training courses that offer the same valuable training process as an in person training. You have the option to enroll in a livestream or on demand training course to receive your Zumba® Instructor License. Even with online instruction, you can go on to teach in person or virtual classes.

Where Can You Get a Job Teaching Zumba®?

After you complete the instructor training and obtain your Zumba® Instructor License, you're ready to start looking for locations to host Zumba® classes. If you're living in Madison, Milwaukee, Eau Claire, Green Bay or anywhere across the state, you'll surely find facilities around your community that offer Zumba® classes and teaching positions.

If you're searching for gyms or fitness centers that offer Zumba® classes, places like Wisconsin Athletic Club in Wauwatosa and Capital Fitness in Madison are just a couple of facilities that hold Zumba® classes in Wisconsin. You can even teach at locations around the country.

While gyms are a common location to find Zumba® classes, instructors can host their Zumba® classes nearly anywhere in the community and beyond. That is what makes Zumba® great to teach — you have the opportunity to offer classes in various indoor and outdoor locations, including:

• Hotels
• Community centers
• School and college campuses
• Parks and outdoor spaces
• Office buildings
• Summer camps and recreation centers
• Special events
• Fundraisers

Instructors have so many locations in and out of their community to choose from that are perfect for Zumba® classes. You can even expand your reach beyond Wisconsin and offer your Zumba® classes online. Virtual classes are popular for participants who love Zumba® but prefer to work out from their homes or need to make classes work with their busy schedules. Some virtual options include livestreaming your classes through a video conference platform or prerecording classes and offering on demand options through the Zumba® website.

Host a Successful First Class

If you're already anticipating your first class and want it to run as smoothly as possible, follow some helpful tips to tone down the nerves and get pumped for your first class as an instructor. Check out these tips to host a successful first class:

Learn your class space: Before your first class, scope out the area you'll be teaching in. Whether this is inside or outside, it's helpful to become familiar with the class space in case you need to make any changes to your choreography or class size.

Go over your class playlist: Run through your class playlist a few times before your first class begins. Make sure you know all of the choreography for each song and recognize music pauses and rhythm shifts.

Show off your skills: Consider what makes your teaching style and Zumba® techniques unique. Try and showcase your skills and special teaching style during your class.

Enhance Your Zumba® Skills and Knowledge

It's beneficial to continue your training in Zumba® past your first training course. You can incorporate these methods to enhance your Zumba® teaching skills:

• Become a ZIN™ member: The Zumba® Instructor Network (ZIN™) is a helpful membership program that connects instructors across the world and offers beneficial resources. You'll continue to learn new choreography and music for your Zumba® classes and have access to marketing materials to promote your class to others in your community and beyond.
• Continue taking Zumba® classes: One of the best ways to improve your skills and learn new Zumba® techniques is to take Zumba® classes. You can take classes from different instructors to learn new teaching styles and find different types of Zumba® classes to broaden your knowledge.