I’m bringing the weekly local resource post back! In an effort to support all of the wonderful health/wellness centers and professionals, I want you to know where to go. I also provide a little review to give you a little flavor. If you’ve visited and have a different opinion, share it (kindly – mean comments will not be posted) in the comments. I do not get compensated for sharing this information, I do it because I want people to know their options and what to expect when you get there.
Have you tried Zumba yet? I did a few years back and was hooked on the idea. Dance, fun, pulsating Latin rhythms and I get to call it exercise. That’s my style. I even got certified. I no longer teach, but I love to take class.
Most recently I attended a class at ZYP Fitness Plus located inside the Hanover Mall. Darlene, the very fit and muscular owner, taught the class. I was the newbie among her regular crowd – an estimated 20 to 30 women. (photo below from her website, not the class I attended)
The room is huge and she kept the lights low. That is with the exception of the large disco ball hanging from the middle of the ceiling. I felt like I was in a dance club and it was only 9:15 in the morning!
Luckily I am familiar with dance and with Zumba. Darlene taught a great class with very limited (if any) verbal cuing. The music was loud enough that we wouldn’t have heard her any way. She stood elevated on a small platform stage and we followed her every move.
If you’re new to Zumba and thinking “I could never do that”, first, you’d be surprised. Second, she offers plenty of beginner classes throughout the week. Start with one of those.
With more than 4000 square feet of space she has an enormous Zumba room, a little further down the hall is the small fitness center where she offers personal training sessions and at the end of the hall is a massage therapy room. (Services purchased separately.)
When class finished the ladies stayed to chat and enjoy complimentary coffee. Talk about creating an environment people want to spend time enjoying.
You might be thinking 4000 square feet? Disco balls? Massage? This place has to be out of my price range!
The Zumba classes are very affordable. With a drop in rate of $10 per heart pumping class, you can’t afford not to do this for your body, mind and even your spirit. She even offers a coupon you can print to try your first class free. Bring a friend for twice the fun.
For $75 a month you can attend unlimited classes, or buy a 6, 12, or 24 class punch card and save big (with the 24 class card each class is $6.25).
With classes 7 days a week, I’m sure you can fit something in. Check out the schedule.
With a variety of price options, there is something for all budgets, learn more about pricing.
I loved it. I might buy a pass, especially to get me through winter. Any chance to dance is a good day. Zumba and dancing is definitely a big part of feel good living.
What about you? Have you tried Zumba? Have you visited ZYP? What did you think?
