A free community Zumba class is set to bring energy, connection and a whole lot of dance moves to Monbulk, starting next Thursday, 14 August from 9.30am.
The exciting event will be running weekly until 18 September at the Monbulk Rangers Soccer Clubrooms (121 Old Monbulk Road, Monbulk), thanks to support from not-for-profit organisation, Reclink.
Instructor Josie Rothon said the idea came from a shared desire to uplift the community at the tail end of winter.
“Kristy from Reclink and I thought it would be a great initiative at the end of winter to inspire our community to come together and get the spring party started in a fun and sociable way,” Ms Rothon said.
“We all tend to hibernate over the colder months and stay indoors next to our warm fires.”
The sessions are open to everyone, with a focus on welcoming school mums, retired women, and young adults who may have Thursday mornings free.
“We are encouraging school mums, retired women and 18–30 year olds that are studying and may have a free morning…everyone is welcome,” Ms Rothon said.
“My Zumba classes are fun and easy to follow. Some of my routines have a comic twist, which makes everyone feel relaxed, there’s always lots of laughter.”
The mother of four who has taught Zumba in the Dandenong Ranges for 15 years, said the classes go beyond just movement.
“Participants are guaranteed to leave the class feeling energised, smiling and ready to take on the world,” she said.
“They will meet a room full of friendly faces and a warm, bubbly instructor. I love encouraging women to re-discover their sparkle, body confidence and meet new local friends.”
She said classes like these play an important role in small towns like Monbulk.
“Dancing is a wonderful opportunity to bring locals together to create new social bonds, promote physical wellbeing, reduce loneliness and anxiety and to share a new exciting experience,” Ms Rothon said.
“For anyone who’s never danced before, there’s no such thing as ‘two left feet’ in my class. Everyone has their own unique style of dancing.”
“You don’t need any level of fitness to join – just wear whatever is comfortable and bring a smile.”
Participants are advised to wear comfortable shoes/clothing and bring a water bottle.
To register online visit, club.reclink.org/programs/AX6URB
If you have any questions, get in touch with Kristy from Reclink on 0434 319 977.
