February Newsletter 2011

zumbafitness February 16, 2011 Comments Off Uncategorized

WELCOME TO FEBRUARY!

Wishing you all a very happy St. Valentine’s Day! We have been working tirelessly behind the scenes and now the time has come to tell you about our fantastic new venues! The launch of Karoo Primary School in Rowville and Glen Waverley Uniting Church will begin next week!

Through your suggestions, we have added a morning class for those of you that are finding it hard to make the evening classes.

We are also happy to announce that the lovely Belinda will be taking some of these classes. She has been working hard filling in for classes and the time has come for her to take on some new challenges! We hope you will support her in Rowville & Glen Waverley!

Please keep your suggestions coming, as we do take them into account and try to give you the best possible Zumba experience.

This month’s Zumba story comes from Fiona. Take the time to read it as it is both inspirational and uplifting, showing you how deeply Zumba may change your life!

On a personal note, thank you for all your well wishes for my birthday last week. Your sentiments warm my heart & make me more determined to bring you the best Zumba experience possible.

Zumba Peace & Love!!

Pierre

ATTENTION! ATTENTION!!

NEW VENUES & CLASS TIMES!

FREE LAUNCH  PARTY AT BOTH VENUES FOR ALL SESSIONS! SEE DATES BELOW

Check the class time, call a friend & come down for a great party with lots of specials to take advantage of!!

GLEN WAVERLEY

Uniting Church

Crn Bogong Ave & Kings Way

(Opposite Library) 

Monday 21/2/2011 9.30-10.30am

Tuesday 22/2/2011 7.00-8.00pm

Saturday  26/2/2011 9.30-10.30am

PURCHASE 10 CLASSES FOR $80 OR 20 CLASSES FOR 20 CLASSES FOR $150

ROWVILLE 

Karoo Primary School

Crn Karoo Rd & Murrindal Dve

♦   ZUMBATOMIC FOR KIDS   ♦

Specifically Designed for Kids & Preteens

Thursday 24/2/2011

Little Bops Ages 4-7 6.30-7.00pm

Big Bops Ages 8-12 7.00-7.30pm

PURCHASE 1 TERM FOR $50 (normally $60)

EXISTING VENUES

ROWVILLE

RAFT

Crn Taylors Ln & Kelletts Rd

Thursday 7.00-8.00pm

Saturday 10.30-11.30am

 

Park Ridge Primary School

Wentworth Ave

Monday 7.00-8.00pm

Wednesday 7.00-8.00pm

 

OUR FEATURE STORY OF ZUMBA INSPIRATION

Fiona’s Story

Zumba – A healing for body, mind and soul

Over the past 20 years of my life I have been battling with many health issues. One of the illnesses was a form of cancer in my right lung. There have been times of great mental stress, physical ailments, fears and anxieties. Some of the side effects of these illnesses have been lethargy, lack of motivation, unable to commit to any work or form of exercise or therapy workshops. I have tried all of these outlets over the years but have never completed or stayed committed to the task.

Several years ago I suffered a severe set-back and medications were analysed and new medications were prescribed. At this time one of the side effects of this treatment was severe weight gain. I went from a size 10 to a size 18. As you can imagine, on top of dealing with my health issues I watched my body become out of control. Unfortunately the doctors could not change the medication and I was encouraged to start exercising to try and loose the weight. I tried many attempts to stick to an exercise regime but unfortunately because of the lack of motivation and commitment phobic I never succeeded.

In April 2010 a close friend rang me and invited me to come along and try this new Zumba fitness class. From the very 1st session, I was hooked. The music is infectious, the dance moves are so much fun & I began attending twice a week. Not long after, my specialist noticed that something had changed in me. I was happy, positive and much more relaxed than I had ever been in a very long time. He encouraged me to attend at least 3 times a week.

Most times now I attend 3 to 4 times a week. Zumba has made a huge impact in my life. It has transformed me into an energised, confident and motivated woman. After 9 months of Zumba I have managed to get back to my size 10. I can’t thank Pierre and all my Zumba buddies enough for their inspiration and encouragement to reach this milestone. Reaching 100 classes was one of the biggest achievements in my life. I hold onto this saying that I have come across. “They say what doesn’t destroy you makes you stronger.”

Thank you Pierre for bringing Zumba into my life because it’s given me back my life.

PLEASE KEEP YOUR STORIES COMING. WE LOVE SHARING IN YOUR HIGHS & ARE ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU DURING YOUR LOWS. ALL PART OF THE TOGETHERNESS WE SHARE AS A ZUMBA FAMILY!!

Reminder about our Queensland Flood Appeal

We are still raising funds to assist in the Queensland Flood Relief. Although not in the news as much, families are still trying to rebuild their lives and your donations are greatly needed. Try to donate a gold coin whenever you come to class.