Teach Zumba®, Empower Others – Become a Certified Instructor With Global Support

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Discover Zumba® & Turn Your Love for Dance into a Fitness Career

The original dance-fitness party. A supportive global community. Your next step starts here.

Zumba® combines easy-to-follow choreography with energetic Latin and world rhythms to create a class that feels more like a celebration than a workout. From salsa and merengue to reggaetón, cumbia, afro-inspired, and more – Zumba turns music into movement, boosting cardio, coordination, confidence, and community in every session.

Why Participants Love Zumba®

  • Inclusive & welcoming—no dance or gym experience required
  • Serious fitness results that feel like fun
  • Music-driven, mood-boosting sessions that reduce stress
  • Multiple class formats for all ages and levels

Why Teach Zumba®

  • Low barrier to start—begin teaching after completing training
  • Flexible schedule—teach in gyms, studios, schools, or online
  • Build your brand & community, set your own rates
  • Continuous support and education through ZIN™

What Is the Zumba® Program?

Zumba® is a music-first, interval-style workout that alternates low and high intensity for an effective full-body session. Choreography is intentionally simple so participants can follow the beat, smile more, and keep coming back—leading to strong class retention for instructors and facilities.

Popular Zumba® Class Formats

  • Zumba® – The classic, high-energy dance fitness class.
  • Zumba® Gold – For active older adults and beginners.
  • Zumba® Kids / Kids Jr. – Fun, confidence-building sessions for children.
  • Aqua Zumba® – Pool-based, low-impact cardio party.
  • Toning / Step / Sentao® – Specialty formats for strength, step, or chair-assisted movements.

How to Become a Zumba® Instructor

  1. Choose your training: Start with Basic Level 1 (or Jump Start Gold™ / Kids if that’s your target audience).
  2. Select your format: Live, livestream, or on-demand—learn at your own pace.
  3. Earn your license: After completing the training, you’re licensed to teach Zumba®.
  4. Join ZIN™ (recommended): Get new monthly choreography, licensed music, marketing materials, and access to a global community.
  5. Launch your classes: Set your schedule, choose your venue, and grow your community.

What Is ZIN™?

The Zumba Instructor Network (ZIN™) is an optional monthly membership that keeps you inspired and class-ready with new choreography, playlists, learning modules, business tools, and instructor events. It’s the easiest way to stay fresh and grow faster.

Real-World Impact

Zumba® classes are held worldwide, connecting diverse communities through movement and music. Instructors report higher class loyalty, word-of-mouth growth, and a uniquely positive atmosphere that keeps participants returning.

15M+

Participants take Zumba® classes every week worldwide.

186+ Countries

A truly global community of instructors and participants.

Endless Joy

Classes that inspire confidence, connection, and consistency.

Reserve Your Instructor Training Spot 

Limited availability. Secure your spot and start teaching in just one weekend.

Zumba® Instructor FAQs

Do I need dance or fitness certifications to start?

No—start with the Zumba® Basic Level 1 Training. You’ll learn the foundational rhythms, cueing, and class design to begin confidently.

How long is the training?

Usually one day for live sessions. Or on-demand options that you can complete at your own pace.

What support do I get after the training?

ZIN™ provides monthly choreography & music, instructor education, marketing materials, and a global peer community.

Where can I teach?

Gyms, studios, schools, community centers, outdoors, corporate wellness programs—and online. You choose the format and schedule.

How quickly can I start earning?

Many instructors begin teaching community classes soon after training and then expand to multiple venues and specialty formats. Register Today! 

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BASIC STEPS LEVEL 1:®

No prerequisites required to attend this instructor training.
strongSTRONG NATION®:
A revolutionary class that combines high-intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation. Music and movement sync perfectly and push participants beyond their perceived limits to achieve their fitness goals faster.

ZUMBA GOLD®:
You must be a ZIN member to attend this instructor training. Specialty class including light weights that shake like maracas.
ZUMBA RHYTHMS STEPS LEVEL 2:
You must be a current Zumba Instructor to attend. This is a more advanced Basic program to take your Zumba Instructor skills to the next level.
ZUMBA® TONING:
You must be a ZIN member to attend this instructor training. Specialty class including light weights that shake like maracas.
ZUMBA® KIDS + ZUMBA® KIDS JR.:

You must be a ZIN member to attend this instructor training. Specialty class focused on kids.
AQUA ZUMBA®:
You must be a ZIN member to attend this instructor training. Specialty class applying the Zumba formula to the water.

ZUMBA® PRO SKILLS:
You must be a current ZIN™ Member to attend. This instructor training helps you develop your unique strengths and gives your leadership skills a professional edge.
ZUMBINI™:
This is a music and movement class for little ones aged 0–4 and their caregivers.
ZUMBA® STEP:
You must be a ZIN member to attend this instructor training. Specialty class that takes lower-body workouts and calorie burning to new heights with a gravity-defying blend of Zumba routines and step aerobics.

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