The Benefits of Zumba® for Kids

Posted on Mar 8, 2015 | 1 comment

Exercise is a super important part of leading a healthy life. However, getting yourself (and your kids) to exercise daily can be quite a challenge so I am always on the lookout for something fun and unique that really gives a good workout to get involved in.

When our Zumba® instructor announced she was starting a Zumba® for kids class I was unsure of what the outcome would be but my kids love loud music and dancing so I signed them up. Most Zumba® Jr. classes are offered to age 4 and up and run for about an hour (the recommended amount of daily exercise time needed for children according to The National Association for Sport and Physical Education).

The benefits of Zumba® for kids are pretty awesome:

Improved Endurance

Better Body Coordination, Gross Motor Skills & Control Over Their Body

Develops leadership, respect, team work, confidence, self-esteem, memory, creativity, balance and cultural awareness skills in the children

Strengthens their bodies

Provides social opportunities to make new friends

Teaches kids to incorporate fitness as a natural part of their lives

Promotes an overall healthier lifestyle

Zumba® Jr. is a great way for kids to have a good time while learning to exercise for an hour. They get a great workout in, meet some fun new friends and learn some hot dance moves while listening to various cultural music artists. A total win-win!

Zumba® is also a really fun way to spend some quality family time together! Crank up that music and have fun showing each other different Zumba® moves and experimenting with different routines together.

Most health clubs and fitness centers are now offering Zumba® for kids (Zumba® Jr. or Zumbatomic) classes for kids age 4 and up.

Need some help finding a class near you? Check out Zumba.com, enter your zip code and up pops a list of classes right around the corner from you!

Get signed up and start enjoying all of the benefits of Zumba® for kids today!

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