My name is Jessica Balsamo, and I have wanted to be a teacher since I was tiny.  I began as an elementary school teacher in kindergarten and balanced work with my own health goals.  I decided to join a gym in 2012 and enjoyed being a participant.  However, participating wasn’t enough, and I became licensed to teach Zumba in 2019 and Strong Nation in 2021.   Zumba is a perfect workout for everybody and anybody.  It works by mixing low-intensity and high intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie burning dance fitness party.  Zumba is “exercise in disguise” by making the hour so fun that you forget you’re working out.  Don’t feel coordinated?  Don’t worry!  There is NO judgment in Zumba class.  All you need to do is move, and you’ll be successful!  You do not need to be a dancer to fit the class.  Strong Nation is a workout that combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio, plyometric training moves, and martial arts, synced to music that has been specifically designed to match every move.  Modifications are provided for all levels of fitness.  No equipment necessary, mats are provided, but bring your own, if desired!  You don’t need any prior knowledge to join the class- I will teach you everything you need.  My personal philosophy is that everyone should be made to feel comfortable, successful, and satisfied with their workouts.  I give 100% of myself as an instructor to achieve this.  I welcome every person who walks through the door and promise them a great class.  If you have questions during class, ask!  If you want a different fitness level, ask!  I will do whatever it takes to give you the best workout ever!  All you’ll find in my class is positivity, joy, and accomplishment, so come work out with me!