Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} – Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

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We stayed out pretty late at the Pitbull concert, but I didn’t let myself sleep in. I was super pumped about heading out to my first class – Caribbean heat!

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

The class was led by the Z305 crew (based in Miami, FL – I am so doing a class with them next time I’m in their area). Most of the classes at Zumba Convention seemed to be led by two-three instructors, but these guys had one big fabulous team of members from all over the world. It was really neat to see all of them taking turns dancing on the stage.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

Class was total hotness!

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

I took a bunch of notes for moves I’m hoping to incorporate into some new choreo.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

So fun!

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Post class, I headed back to the hotel to get lunch – half of the sandwich from yesterday, leftover hummus with Stacy’s pita chips, and a salad (all purchased at the hotel marketplace).

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

And then later, I headed with a handful of my instructor friends to a master class with a couple of the East coast ZES instructors.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

Most of the rooms were gigantic, and my crew didn’t rush to get squished into the front, so we usually hung near the backs and sides.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

Luckily, most rooms were equipped with two giant screens playing blown up pictures of the lead instructor, which made it much easier to follow.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

Besides learning about various styles, and trying out new steps, I also really enjoyed just experiencing the different teaching styles of all the instructors.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

Go East Coast ZES team! They rocked it out!

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We decided to stay “in” for dinner and headed to the hotel pool for eats.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

My fellow instructors – Lisa, Erica, and Gina.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

We shared some yummy hummus.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

And I had a Margarita Pizza. Yum!

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

And for dessert – a pina colada.

Post dinner, we headed back to the hotel to get ready for the Glimmer and Glow party.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

The costume theme was simple – wear white. I kept my look simple with some white shorts and a white tank top, but there were some really unique costumes.

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

Some people really, really get into costumes, ya know? Anyone else remember the dude in the white speedo with angel wings and glitter nail polish? 😉

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

The main party was in one of the conference rooms (same room as where we had Reggaeton)…

Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} - Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time

…where they had tons of black lights going to make everyone’s white outfits glow. Fuuun! 🙂 Next year I will have to plan a more interesting costume. I do love a good themed party.

What’s your favorite kind of themed party?

9 thoughts on “Zumba Convention 2011 {Day 3} – Caribbean Hotness, Master Class, & Pool Time”

  1. Diana, this looks like SO much fun! I am really thinking about becoming certified, and reading your posts about the convention is only making me want to more! I wanted to ask you if there is a minimum number of classes you need to teach per week as an instructor. I am looking to get certified in NY, but I also have a regular job. How do you handle the balance of work/teaching Zumba?

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