PHEC 1741: Zumba Fitness

Credit Hours 1.0 Lecture Hours 0.0 Lab Hours 2.0
Type of Credit
Baccalaureate/Transfer
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Course Description
Zumba is a dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements for a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout. Zumba integrates basic principles of aerobic, interval, and effective fitness resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Through Zumba, non-dancers also can experience group aerobics without anxiety.
Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Repeatable Times
Undergrad- Repeatable 3 Times

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Emphasize the physical and psychological values and benefits of Zumba
  • Instill a motivation to retain a regular exercise program
  • Present fun teacher-led Zumba routines to the class
  • Improve the components of physical fitness
Topical Outline
1. Syllabus: Introduction to Zumba fitness
2. Pretesting
3. Activity and participation
4. Post testing