Zumba combines dance and fitness moves. Inspired by Latin dance and music, Zumba uses a variety of styles in its routines, as confirmed by the Grupo Mayan experts; including Cumbia, Merengue, Salsa, Reggaeton, Mambo, Rumba, Flamenco, Tango and Hip Hop. Music selection includes both fast and slow rhythms that help to tone and sculpt the body.

Zumba is considered a new way to exercise. It was in the mid 90’s that a Colombian trainer, Beto Pérez, introduced this technique. At Grupo Mayan Resorts, you can find professional instructors that can assist and guide you through the Zumba routines.

The Grupo Mayan instructors are convinced people of all ages can practice Zumba. You do not have to worry if you do not know how to dance or if you are not an expert, just feel and enjoy the music. If you cannot do a step, just move however the music makes you feel. When you dance and your body moves, you leave stress behind. You are in complete harmony with yourself, you flow with the music and you free your mind.

Grupo Mayan professionals also state that you can use any type of fitness clothes, like pants, shorts, sweat pants, t-shirts; clothing that makes you feel comfortable. Bear in mind that a Zumba class can take from 50 minutes up to one hour. You can expect from this class lots of fun while you practice fitness moves, such as body-toning rhythm, as well as shaking.

Some people may think that Zumba and aerobics are the same, although the main difference is that Aerobics uses continuous music and in Zumba you pause after each song to take a break. Most of those classes are cardio workouts.

Next time you visit one of our Grupo Mayan Resorts, take the time to go to a Zumba fitness class. Afterwards, you can recharge energies with a variety of fresh squeezed juices, smoothies, salads and sandwiches at the “Brio Health Bar”. Reinvigorate dancing!