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Hello my name is Yhajaira.  I’m originally from the Dominican Republic.  Growing up in a Latin home, dancing and music were part of my everyday life from the very start.  One of my fond memories was waking up every Saturday at the sound of my mom’s vinyl records playing in the background…and when you hear music you naturally dance.  I began dancing everything at an early age – merengue, merengue tipico or folk merengue, salsa, cumbia, etc.  There was nothing stopping that happy and joyous feeling that took over my body at the sound of the music, which continues today. 

 

Before discovering Zumba, I was a runner.  I’ve completed two NYC marathons and participated in numerous NYC races, including Staten Island Half marathon.  Fitness has always been a big part of my life and although I still love running, Zumba is where my heart is.  

 

Once I discovered Zumba Fitness, I fell in love with the program and became a licensed Zumba Fitness instructor.  As a life long learner, I’m always attending zumba classes and training to stay current in the field.  I’m super excited to be attending my first Zumba convention this year.  I’m currently licensed to teach Zumba, Zumba Kids and Zumba Kids Jr.  I’m also CPR, First Aid, and AED certified.