by Susan Palmes-Dennis
Following
last year's successful Zumbathon, the Filipino American Community of
the Carolinas (FACC) will stage a repeat of the activity at the
Matthew Crews Center on Feb. 9.
FACC
press relations officer and auditor Tracy Borja said the
“Zumba-lentine”, a pre-Valentine's Day program will be held from
2 p.m to 5 p.m. She said there was a large turnout in last year's
Zumbathon.
Borja
said she is still working out details with FACC president Malette
Aquino-Oliveros and Dr. Nini de Bautista of the Filipino American
Spirit (FAS) for the activity, part of their continuing contribution
to the rebuilding effort for victims of typhoon Haiyan in central
Philippines.
The
first Zumbathon was spearheaded by immediate past president Florami
Lao Cuardero Lee and 1st VP Joannes Ave last Dec. 14 and raised a
sizable amount.
Zumba
is a dance fitness program created by Colombian dancer and
choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez in the 1990s and
consists of dance and aerobic elements.
Zumba's
choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue,
mambo and martial arts. Squats and lunges are also included.
“I
am still working on the posters and fliers. Families can participate
for $10 or they can just watch. Door prizes, food and drinks will be
served afterwards,” Borja said.
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