What is a ZIN Jam Session?
A ZIN Jam Session is a 3-hour session led by a licensed Zumba® Jammer that allows ZIN™ Members to learn 4-5 new choreos and boost instructor skills. A maximum of 30 ZIN™ Members per session allows for one-on-one interaction and personal feedback.
By attending a ZIN™ Jam Session, you will get:
4-5 distinctive choreo routines that you can immediately integrate into your classes
Valuable networking with fellow ZIN™ Members
Expert feedback and one-on-one interaction
Opportunity to enhance steps, skills, and techniques
Continuing education credits/units for AFAA or ACE
What are the four different types of ZIN™ Jam sessions?
Choreo ZIN™ Jam Sessions are designed to help you master your choreography, build your cueing library, and learn progressions.
Rhythm ZIN™ Jam Sessions are designed to help you go deeper into your basic rhythms and be able to identify the beats and instruments that are exclusive to the rhythm you choose.
Specialty ZIN™ Jam Sessions are designed to help you learn new choreos to bring to your Specialty classes.
Stylistic ZIN™ Jam Sessions are designed to help you learn new stylistic choreos that express your individuality through movement and music.
How do I find a ZIN™ Jam Session in my area?
Once logged into your ZIN account, click here to find a ZIN Jam Session near you!
You can also search for ZIN Jam Sessions by going to My ZIN Home. Under the Trainings + Education section, select ZIN Jams. Or you can hover over the Instructor Training section on Zumba.com and click ZIN™ Jam Sessions.
If there are no sessions in your area, please know that new ZIN™ Jam Sessions are continually added to the schedule, so check back regularly. If you know of a facility where a ZIN™ Jam Session could be hosted, please contact a Zumba® Jammer directly through their Instructor Page, for additional information on hosting a ZIN™ Jam Session.
What are the requirements to attend a ZIN™ Jam Session?
To participate in a ZIN™ Jam session, you must be a ZIN™ Member in good standing at the time of the session. Please note that you must present proof of your membership status by printing your status card and bringing it to the session.
How much does it cost to attend a ZIN™ Jam Session?
ZIN™ Jam sessions cost $30 USD or its foreign currency equivalent.
If you have a coupon code, simply find a ZIN™ Jam Session in your area and provide the coupon code when you contact the Zumba® Jammer to reserve your place and redeem.
Will I receive any materials at the ZIN™ Jam Session?
Yes, you will receive the following:
Choreo notes - The Zumba® Jammer will provide you with choreography notes and a list of songs used.
Certificate of Completion - Members will automatically receive their certificate of completion via email once the session is finalized.
A badge on the Instructor Page - The badge will update on the Instructor Page according to the number of ZIN Jams attended. (1, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900, 1000)
Continuing Education Credits - Members must contact the Zumba® Jammer directly to request the CECs. They will be awarded a maximum of 0.3 ACE CECs or 3 AFAA CEUs in a month by attending ZIN™ Jam Sessions. CANFITPRO participants will be eligible for 1 FIS CEC for ZIN JAM Sessions, up to 4 FIS CEC per year.
Say hello to Mini Choreo Jam Sessions!
Mini Choreo Jam Sessions are designed to help you master your choreography, build your cueing library, and learn progressions. In this 90-minute jam session, you'll learn 2 new knockout routines to integrate into your Zumba® classes. Refresh your skills, learn new ones, and get everything you need to be the best instructor you can be. You’ll be able to choose from sessions led by licensed Zumba® Jammers.