10 Tips for new Zumba Instructors | What I wish I knew when I became a ZIN

Hi guys, I'm Minie from Sydney! 🇦🇺
Today I'd like to share with you and with new Zumba Instructors a few suggestions that I wish they gave me when I started my journey as a Zumba Instructor!
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:17 Attend a Zumba Pro Skills Training
1:52 Remember their names
3:15 Don't judge other instructors
5:08 Be punctual
7:23 Be clear and break down the steps every time
8:12 Cue bigger
8:47 Film yourself
9:56 Don't take it personal
11:57 New members are your priority
12:48 Create an inclusive environment
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[@ZumbaJen33]

I’m a 10 year Zumba Instructor and your video even inspired ME!! Thank you for all the amazing advice💜

[@MinieMinarelli]

Thank you so much for your comment! ♥️❤️

[@TheConsummateArtist]

Yep. Me too! 13 years, and it's amazing to me how much I need to be reminded of certain basics. 😬

[@laurabfromvt6197]

I'm not a Zumba instructor but I've been enjoying it for over 10 years. It is my favorite part of the week. I just want to say that Zumba can be extremely therapeutic if you are going through an emotionally stressful time. It's a full hour of joy when you can let go of your concerns.

[@MinieMinarelli]

Absolutely true!!

[@tiffanyribbons]

One of my life goals is to be able to become a Zumba instructor!!!!

[@e1huron]

Love the video 🥰 I have been thinking of being a Zumba instructor for 10 years but I think you have convinced me to go forward. I love the Italian and Australian accent mix

[@fionamorrison7710]

Thanks for the filming my first class tip , I'll do that! I would not have thought of that.

[@ArianeDBphoto]

Thank you so much! Super helpful for my 1st class next week :D (and love your bright personality) :D

[@user-gj6hn5rc5c]

The greatest Zumba video I've ever seen. THANKS! There are many teachers in Gym Club teaching Zumba even without a B1 qualification in China, so it's a little difficult to learn standard Zumba steps unless we have to take the official Zumba B1 training in some specific cities, and the price is a little expensive for almost Chinese people.

[@soyeongzumba]

OMG this is amazing video ever!!! Very impressive! Thanks for your tips and great advices !!!

[@mtjc5336]

Very helpful!! I’m not an instructor yet, but I’m planning to get by B1 next month and your tips absolutely line up with my favorite Zumba instructors. Ones who arrive early, greet and mingle with the class, bring a positive energy and lots of smiles, and cue consistently and clearly are 👌🏼

[@MinieMinarelli]

Glad it was helpful! Let me know how your B1 goes!

[@mtjc5336]

@@MinieMinarelli I got it (B1)! I’m so pumped up 😍 Glad to have been introduced to the finer points of the Zumba method and to have full ZIN access. So many awesome resources there. I’ve signed up for mentorship. Ready to get going! Thanks ❤️

[@faudengineer5696]

Awesome info thanks for sharing

[@serenalite]

Thank you! Great Video!

[@Maisabela25]

You're amazing 🎉🎉🎉😍😊

[@janetlevy3512]

This is beyond excellent!! Wonderful video. I could not agree more!! The videoing is really great advice!!

[@MinieMinarelli]

Thanks so much! :-)

[@DianatheExplorer08]

I am a new zumba instructor and watching your videos help me to start the steps

[@MinieMinarelli]

That's great to hear!!

[@tshepisotloubatla6388]

Ms. Minie, you are my favorite person of 2022 thus far 😍 bloopers 🤣🤣 that's that's me when I record videos 🤣🤣

[@MinieMinarelli]

Hehehe! It's so much fun recording these videos...apart from when it's not! LOL!! 🤣

[@Tina-sw5dy]

Subscribed right after that clever ask! I'm going to do every single tip you recommend thank you so much!

[@MinieMinarelli]

Awesome! Thank you Tina!!

[@annmoses654]

I love this video! Such good advice. I'm 4 years in as a Zumba/Zumba Gold instructor and felt refreshed! I'm on my way to teach my class with a smile.. thanks ❤️

[@MinieMinarelli]

Awww, that's great to hear! 🥰

[@nu15april]

Thanks for your positive and very inspiring Spirit . You are beautiful soul ❤️

[@MinieMinarelli]

Wow, thank you!!

[@ChooseGod-Joy]

Ms. Minie - I looooooove you and this!!! I normally fast forward a video - but not your video. Your delivery, sense of humor, kindness (it is evident :) ) and knowledge is very captivating. I love this!!! Thank you so much.

[@MinieMinarelli]

Awww, thank you so much Luz!! 🥰

[@majiydahendrickson2925]

Thank you so much for creating this video Minie! It’s very helpful, so many important things to think about and work on that I was concerned about. I’ll be starting Zumba B1 in a couple days and am really looking forward to it. I’ll be watching this video again for all the important reminders. Looking forward to watching more of your videos! Thanks again

[@MinieMinarelli]

Good luck and let me know how you go!

[@artrra]

Great tips!!!! Thanks 😊

[@tondrafoxx-miller8717]

Thank you Minie. Great tips!

[@selenelavalleh511]

Me encanta! Me divertí tanto viendo tu video, y aparte aprendí.

[@mexibeafit1001]

Minieeee !!! Than you so much !!! What a wonderful idea you had sharing with us instructors :) !!!!!!!!!!! GRACIAAAAAS

[@joycethehappygranny7905]

Very helpful , thank you

[@iriadasilva6429]

LOVE this - Thank you for this!

[@MinieMinarelli]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@lucindamuschialli]

Such an informative and great video, thank you!

[@ost2790]

Thanks so much this is very very good info

[@Nandjila_duToit]

Amazing Advice

[@earthangel_911]

This is so funny and informative! Graci💖

[@maurachiarelli9981]

Amazing minie!!! Make me so laughing at the final part!!! 😂😂😂😂

[@MinieMinarelli]

Hehehe! 🤪

[@itzruthiee]

Thank you for this beautiful advice

[@user-hj6jc6hl9o]

Minie - This is awesome advice. Thanks!

[@MinieMinarelli]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fabulousfitness361]

Enjoyed your video. You are cute funny and i bet your class is amazing! ❤

[@MinieMinarelli]

Thank you so much!!

[@venelopimlp]

thank you so much for your videos! your so sweet and funny and this video was really helpful! I'm looking to learn my Basic 1 course soon but still this has taught me so much! thank you and keep making videos like this!

[@MinieMinarelli]

I'm so glad it was helpful! ☺️☺️

[@NikkiMcKiinney]

omg! i do the same thing with names also!!! just in daily life lol!!!

[@zumbainstructorpatrickwitt495]

Really love that Video! Many things you talked about I experienced first hand...especially the judging part 🤣. Ive learned that as long as people show up to your class... you must be doing something right.

[@MinieMinarelli]

Absolutely! Thank you for your feedback Patrick!

[@patriciaaguon-cruzqo8758]

Thank you for your great information…. You are amazing!!! How and how much to start a Zumba instructor and especially Jumpee sling instructor?

[@MinieMinarelli]

You can find the price of the Zumba training B1 on the website zumba.com For jumper sling training...no idea!🤷‍♀️

[@jeunesseviliame7293]

Thank you for the tips Minnie!

[@zincarlosvalencia]

Thank you soooooo much!!! ❤️🙏🙏

[@MinieMinarelli]

You are so welcome Carlos! All the best to your journey as a ZIN! 🥰

[@joseantoniorodriguezsanche6789]

It was helpful and inspiring my Italian friend thanks so much Minie and greetings from Barcelona Spain

[@MinieMinarelli]

Glad it was helpful! Muchas gracias! :-)

[@joycethehappygranny7905]

All you have said I saw already in class.

[@zumbabayofislands3013]

I write their names on the passes 😉

[@mchangmi]

This was great!! Thanks Miss Minie! New sub here. Z_greetings from So Cal.

[@MinieMinarelli]

Thanks for subbing! :-)

[@KathehFIT]

The outtakes killed me😂😂😂 great video

[@Tammy-es3ob]

Hi Minie! I'm 59, not physically fit, overweight, never done zumba, but I purchased the zumba instructor training and want to teach it.😱🤯😂 why? Inspired by watching instructors online and recently lost a little weight, got my pre diabetes under control (my mom died of it so grateful to have done that) generally feeling positive about the changes I've made so far and would love to help others my age to maybe feel the same and that it's never too late! Am I being naive in wanting to pursue this? Also concerned about being judged and or lack of interest due to my weight. I love the latin beat, zumba moves and I think I can make it fun! Thoughts?

[@maylincampos7166]

Nice video I'm an expert dancer. I'm thinking of becoming a Zumba instructor. How did it go with the language? Did you always teach in English? I have my doubts I learned all my dance knowledge in Spanish.

[@MinieMinarelli]

You'll find easily a Zes who will teach you in Spanish!

[@tamibfett3472]

How long did it take you to memorize a full hour class when you first started teaching?

[@MinieMinarelli]

I reckon it took me the longest time, lol! Maybe 2-3 months? It also depends on the difficulty of the choreographies (I had to swap a couple as I just couldn't memorise them!), and how much time you can dedicate to practicing them. Are you a new instructor preparing your first playlist?

[@pujankapali2380]

Lots of love maam

[@sdotyvonne]

This is a gr8 video

[@shreditwithnirali1148]

Luv ur video and expressions

[@jennamatthews4560]

Hi! I am a new ZIN and I am wondering how to start my own instructor page/website?? What do I need to do to start advertising myself and my availability?

[@MinieMinarelli]

Hi Jenna, congratulations! I have created a video for new ZINs! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2HTm2acl5aYi9E

[@emilyschonck9463]

Hi Minie! Thanks for the video! How much does a pro skills training cost? Xx Emily

[@MinieMinarelli]

It depends on the currency of your Country. I think that it's around US$270 (it's 307 Australian dollars)...on the website www.zumba.com/en-US/trainings/zumba_pro_skills click on any training and you'll see how much it costs for you!

[@alexiashurill7583]

Hey my aunt is a Zumba instructor and I’m wondering what would be a good gift

[@MinieMinarelli]

Sorry Alexia, I only saw your comment now...definitely a Zumba top will be appreciated...try to see from her pictures if she prefers racerback tops, loose tanks, t-shirts etc. Let me know how you go!

[@alexiashurill7583]

@@MinieMinarelli thanks so much

[@Gimmimyjuju987]

Hello, I got my certification online 2 months ago but haven't done my first class. I don't know where to start how to prepare my first class and where to look for places to start,any suggestions?

[@MinieMinarelli]

Welcome to the Zumba tribe! 1. Try to find out where other Zumba instructors ar teaching, in your area (gyms, community centres...). 2. Get in contact with them, try their classes and once you find an instructor you really like and connect with, try to see if they would be available to mentor you, and/or let you teach one or 2 songs during their classes 3. Once you have your first playlist ready, let them know you are available to cover their classes when they need a cover. 4. Contact other gyms and see if they are interested in starting Zumba classes and/or keep you in mind if they ever need someone for covers. 5. Be patient...it won't happen overnight but if you stay active in the Zumba community around you, eventually you'll get your chance to shine! Good luck!

[@ztipsamme]

I felt attacked. 😆 I've been an instructor for about a year. I do a core exercise on the floor in my warmup for 16 counts, have a song were we do shuffle moves, I'm a dancer and also teach hiphop / street dance for kids. Ouch 😅 But I'm still learning theres noting wrong with that.

[@MinieMinarelli]

Welcome to the ZIN community! 😊 It's great that you also teach other formats, I'm sure you're very talented! And I can tell from your comment that you have good self-irony and you keep always improving yourself! 👏👏 That's why I'll challenge you: are you sure doing floor exercises is part of Zumba? Wouldn't it be a good option to stick to Zumba when you teach Zumba, and then be as free as you want when you teach the other classes? 😉

[@ztipsamme]

@@MinieMinarelli Thank you! ☺️ I’ve done the Zumba Core E-learning since commenting last time and am changing said core part of the choreography to fit the Zumba format. 👍🏼

[@trudytriad4574]

How much does the pro skills training cost?

[@MinieMinarelli]

I'm not sure how much it costs now, but you can check on their website!

[@bettemidler8637]

Is it normal to have 4 songs back to back for squatting. There are some songs with profanity at the gym, is that allowed. Mothers--f-. Bi--h, etc etc. Not clear why it’s allowed? Should I say something ?

[@MinieMinarelli]

I tend to alternate very different songs so that the moves are also very different; but I don't know the instructor nor the context you are referring to: it might be that the instructor just loves those moves, or that the class asked for an extra focus on some muscles, to get back in shape for summer (in spring some of my participants always ask for more work on the arms to get ready for T-shirts and swimwear). In regards to the swearing, normally gyms ask to refrain from using very explicit songs with coarse language; but so many reggaeton and hip hop songs have swear words so sometimes it's tricky. Also, some instructors might not even listen to the lyrics (me included! LOL!!). My advice? Talk about your concerns and doubts with your instructor! They might not be aware that these things bother you!

[@sondrehamilton2653]

Where is the video about tip 10?

[@MinieMinarelli]

Hi Sondré, it will be up in a couple of weeks, I will text here the link once it's up!

[@sondrehamilton2653]

@@MinieMinarelli thank you! Love your content

[@annastephens581]

I deal with chronic pain and can't make it through a 1 hr class...I always get nervous the instructor will be offended

[@MinieMinarelli]

Hi Anna! Just let the instructor know, I'm sure you can figure out something together! Depending on the preference of the instructor (or the gym's policies and procedures), you could either stop before the end of the full hour, or have a rest during the high intensity songs...just communicate with the instructor and good luck!