When it comes to fitness, few people have inspired more local women to get moving and be proud of their bodies than Rosa Martinez. Rosa is known around town as the ?Queen of Zumba,? having taught the fun and exciting fitness class all over the Fresno/Clovis area since it began in 2001.
As one of the early adopters of Zumba fitness, Rosa has adapted and transformed Zumba and truly made it her own. Her choreography and music is absolutely infectious and her classes truly make you feel like you are at a party, not working out. Rosa?s own journey to health and fitness has inspired many, but that?s not all ? she?s also an inspirational entrepreneur, having followed her dreams of opening her own studio, Rosa?s Studio. Read on as we ask Rosa about her sources of inspiration and her life as both a business owner and fitness instructor.
The Full Moxie: What inspired you to open Rosa?s Studio?
RM: Ever since I was young, I had a dream to open my own studio. I?ve always loved to dance so that vision was always part of me. Little did I know life would lead me to open a dance and fitness studio instead. My inspiration? Women! And how dance and fitness can change a woman?s mood, and even how she views herself.
Where do you find inspiration in general? ?
I started in the dance/fitness movement when Zumba came along (2001) and I was teaching in many gyms around town. That lead me to meet many women and hear their experiences and testimonials about my classes and what they felt I brought to them and their day. That in itself keeps me motivated and it inspires me to keep touching as many lives as possible.
Clearly you have moxie. Where does that come from?
God! I had a less than perfect childhood ? went through very hard times in my teenage years. But no matter what, God was always there to keep me focused and to remind me I can do all things that I set out to do! God gave me a passion ? it?s the type of passion that moves me even if I?m sick, or in pain.
What are your hopes for Rosa?s Studio in the coming years?
I see it growing threefold. I see Rosa?s Studio being a platform for women to not only be inspired but learn to inspire others. I would love to open more studios and offer the opportunity to other dreamers like me to reach their potential and goals.
How do you find the energy to both run a business and teach multiple classes a day?
(laughing) Good question! I always ask myself the same question. I guess the easiest way to put it is, I tend to put myself in situations in which I either have to sink or swim. I know me well enough to know sinking isn?t an option. So, I don?t think it is about energy, more about determination.
What type of music inspires you the most when it comes to envisioning new choreography?
Latin beats have always been my roots but, for some reason, Caribbean music moves me from the core.
What?s the best part of your week?
When I have a FULL class and when I see my participants letting loose. When they come tell me how sexy they feel. When they refer others because they can?t wait to share the excitement with them. When they tell me I?m their favorite instructor LOL!
Any advice you have for someone who?s never tried Zumba before?
YES, try it! Zumba is not for everyone, but you will not know unless you try it. Have an open mind, escape your day and enjoy yourself. 8 out of 10 people stick with Zumba as a fitness regimen because its fun, effective and addicting.
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If you?d like to try Zumba, Rosa is currently offering a special discount for first-time visitors to her studio through Living Social. For more information, or to purchase, click here. (Deal available for purchase 3/21 only, can be used through 7/24)
Source: http://thefullmoxie.com/2012/03/21/rosa-martinez/
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