Special 90 Minute Combo Class
Support our Team
Zumba Dancers Shake it for the Kids
Children's Memorial Hospital Dance Marathon
On January 1st, 15 Dance It Off with Kim enthusiasts joined Kim for 90 minutes of amazing Zumba®, Booty Beat, and Flirty Girl Chair fun!
Approximately $300 was raised for our Childeren's Memorial Hospital Dance Marathon Team,
Zumba Dancers Shake it for the Kids!
On Sunday, February 12th, I will be holding one more chance for us to raise some money for our team Zumba Dancers Shake it for the Kids!
This class will feature 30 minutes of Zumba® fitness, 30 minutes of Booty Beat, and 25 minutes of Flirty Girl Chair.
This is the greatest workout, great combo!!
Make your reservation now as last time this class was sold out!!!
Sunday, February 12, 2012
9:30-11:00am
Be there and be ready to sweat!!
$10.00 for current clients
$15.00 for guests
To learn more about our team, make a donation, or to join the Zumba Dancers Shake it for the Kids Team, please visit
http://www.heroesforlife.org/site/TR/DanceMarathon/DanceMarathon?team_id=13050&pg=team&fr_id=1300
New Schedule for the New Year!
Check the class schedule page for changes.
There are still nearly 30 classes to choose from at many different times during the day to fit anyone's schedule!
Come on in and let us help you keep those New Year's resolutions!
ZumbAtomic® Class - Mondays and Fridays
I am starting a 6 week Zumbatomic class for Kids starting this week at the Dance It Off studio in Elgin!!
This is Zumba for kids ages 8 and up and also for 2-4 year olds with parent.
This is a 6 week session and loads of fun with Monday and Friday options!
Call me for more info at 847-529-8844!
New Poi Ball Class Starting Soon!
Poi Ball Class starts on Tuesday, January 24th 8:15pm
6 week session
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This class is so much fun and a great arm workout.
Don't worry - we will not start them on fire!
I don't have insurance for that and my hair is too big!
Space is limited and you get your own pair of balls to keep!!!
Call now to reserve your spot!
847-529-8844
PROJECT DANCE 2012
St. Charles North High School
Saturday, February 4, 2012
COME ON OUT AND JOIN JENNIFER TAYLOR AND I
FOR THE ZUMBA DEMO AT 4:00 PM!
Seven years ago, St. Charles hosted its first ever Dance Marathon entitled “Project Dance.” This 7 hour fundraiser generates funds and awareness for people with special needs in the Fox Valley Area and the state of Illinois. In the past 7 years, we have raised over $60,000 for this worthwhile cause and have been recognized by organizations such as the Chicago Tribune, National Special Olympics Organization, the National Student Council, and Fox Valley Special Recreation Association. This year we hope you can join us in this unique experience and participate in the 8th annual Project Dance Marathon on February 4th, 2012, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., at St. Charles North High School in St. Charles, IL.
What sets apart Project Dance from other philanthropic programs is the idea of self-sacrifice through service, something that we want to help promote at our school and community. Rather than merely raising funds, we are showing that we recognize the difficulties that those with physical and intellectual disabilities live with on a daily basis.
This year, our goal is to double the amount raised last year and raise $15,000. This is where you can help! We would like to personally invite you to attend our amazing event. All proceeds of this event benefit those who provide services for people with special needs in the Fox Valley Area. The cost to attend is $35 for the entire day, which includes 7 hours of dancing, a Project Dance T-shirt, an awareness band, dinner, and the best experience you can have! If you are unable to be there the whole time it is $5 an hour and you can stay as long or as little as you’d like. If you’re unable to participate we would be much appreciative of any amount of donation you could make to help support this cause we believe in. Any amount is helpful and if you choose to donate, checks can be made out to SCN Project Dance and mailed to St. Charles North High School, c/o Tanis Loudon/Project Dance, 255 Red Gate Rd. St. Charles, IL 60175.
An Inspiring Story You'll Want to Read
Thanks to Dance It Of client Heather Ingo-Nutile for her inspiring article.
Zumbathon to Cure ALS
Coming Soon!
We have another Zumbathon for a great cause coming up!
Stay tuned as there will be great surprises at this one!!
Aqua Zumba® Returning Soon!
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Aqua Zumba® adds all of the benefits of aquatic exercise to the traditional Zumba® workout. The natural resistance of water adds a new level of challenge to all of your dance moves. The supportive, low-impact environment protects your joints and allows you to safely and fearlessly attempt new moves.
Like traditional Zumba®, anyone can join in.
No dance background necessary - just the willingness to move and have fun!
Check back for more information soon!
New Zumba® Gold Class
Tuesdays at 1:30 pm
ManorCare Health Services of Elgin
180 S State Street
Elgin, IL 60123
Phone: 847/742-3310
This free class is for Seniors of all fitness levels and can be done from the comfort of a chair or standing and dancing the rythm of the music.
Please contact me for more information!
"Dance It Off with Kim" copyright 2011, Kimberly Stover
ZUMBA FITNESS
A ZUMBA workout mixes body sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps mainly derived from Latin music. The routines feature aerobic interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms to tone and sculpt the body. It targets areas such as the gluteals, legs, arms, abdominals and heart. Participants do not have to know how to dance to take a ZUMBA FITNESS class. The move combinations and Latin rhythms strive to create a party-like atmosphere. A ZUMBA class is typically not formulaic in that instructors often add on their own music choices and choreographies to make their class presentation locally unique. ZUMBA FITNESS has aligned with AFAA (Aerobic & Fitness Association of America), the American Council on Exercise, Can-Fit-Pro (International Trade Show &Conference in Canada), and other fitness facility chains and organizations. Inspired by Latin dance and music, ZUMBA FITNESS uses a variety of styles in its routines, including cumbia, merengue, salsa, reggaeton, hip hop, mambo, rumba, flamenco, belly dance and calypso to name some of them. ZUMBA FITNESS will work EVERY part of your body!
ZUMBA Gold
ZUMBA For All Ages and Abilities!!! The ZUMBA® Gold Fitness program is an innovative, fun and exciting program. It was designed for the active older adult, the true beginner, and/or people who are not used to exercising, or people who may be limited physically. The main difference between ZUMBA Gold and ZUMBA Basic is ZUMBA Gold is done at a lower intensity, not as fast, but it certainly is as fun. The same great Latin styles of music and dance are used. This amazing program is very easy to follow so anyone at any age will be able to do ZUMBA Gold. Dances that are specifically highlighted in this program include the Merengue, Cumbia, Salsa, Rock & Roll, Belly Dance and Flamenco. Another program of ZUMBA Gold includes a chair workout for people who are sedentary or wheelchair bound.
Aqua ZUMBA
Make a splash and join the party! What could make the hottest workout around even more invigorating? How about a refreshing splash? Many of you are familiar with ZUMBA, the fun and energetic exercise class that fuses Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a dynamic aerobic workout. Now, Aqua ZUMBA adds all of the benefits of aquatic exercise to the traditional ZUMBA workout. The natural resistance of water adds a new level of challenge to all of your dance moves. The supportive, low-impact environment protects your joints and allows you to safely and fearlessly attempt new moves. Indeed, ZUMBA dance moves in the warm water makes for an ideal workout! Like traditional ZUMBA, anyone can join in. No dance background necessary - just the willingness to move and have fun! Routines feature dynamic rhythms and easy-to-learn steps that'll get you moving right away. In minutes you'll be well on your way, having a blast and getting a great workout!
ZUMBA Toning
ZUMBA Toning takes the original ZUMBA dance-fitness class to the next level utilizing an innovative muscle training protocal and the addition of light weight toning sticks. (these are 11/2 pounds each)Created to emphasize muscle work along with rhythms,(they sound like maracas) this combination of cardio and dynamic resistive exercises is an effective use of progressive light weight training to improve overall performance. This Latin-inspired dance 'n tone program also includes, for the first time combination rhythms within the same songs which adds to the fun and flavor: Latin Disco, Reggaeton-Cubia, Conga Hip-Hop, Merengue Hip-Hop, Reggaeton-Belly Dance, Techno and Salsa. This program is assured to provide you with a safe and effective, re-defining total body workout! ZUMBA Toning created the same party atmosphere as every other ZUMBA program because the rhythm of the dance is the passion and foundation which keeps you engaged and coming back. ZUMBA Toning is fun, different, challeging and effective and provides a new avenue to weighted activity.
ZUMBAtomic!
What’s the Deal? ZUMBAtomic®: The Fitness Program Sure, chillin’ out is cool. But rockin’ out is a blast! That’s why you’re gonna love the ZUMBAtomic® fitness program for kids. It’s a fast-forward fusion of the ZUMBA program’s moves (salsa, cumbia, reggaeton, hip-hop and more) and high-octane workouts designed to let kids ages 3-10 max out on fun and fitness all at the same time. Safe and effective, kids can’t wait to get into the ZUMBAtomic groove. Watch their energy and fitness levels soar as they get the groove. Balance and coordination will improve as well as their self esteem.
Booty Beat & Flirty Girl Fitness
Coming Soon!
Kimberly StoverMy name is Kimberly Stover and I love to dance! After years of ballet, point, tap and jazz growing up I decided to study Polynesian dancing. I was a professional Polynesian Dancer starting at age 12 performing around the Chicago land area. I have been in the fitness industry almost all my adult life, from managing health clubs to corporate fitness in Chicago and California. I took some time off to start a family, as I now have four great children, one with special needs, so I enjoy volunteering my time teaching a special needs jazz/ballet class once a week.
When I discovered there was a program that involved dance & fitness I was thrilled. ZUMBA FITNESS is so much fun you don’t even know you are exercising, it is an amazing all over body workout that also works that heart muscle. Exercise in disguise we love to say. I am certified in all that ZUMBA FITNESS has to offer. ZUMBA toning, ZUMBA basic I & II, Aqua ZUMBA, ZUMBAtomic, this is a ZUMBA class for children, ZUMBA Gold & ZUMBA Gold Toning for active adults and ZUMBA in the Circuit at Curves. Then came.... Flirty Girl Fitness, another great dance workout I had to become a part of so I earned my certification as a Flirty Girl this past year. You will shake your booty and bring out your “inner diva” doing it, I also teach a Flirty Girl Chair Workout. I believe with this great choreography and music, there is no limit to the success of anyone's workout now!!! I have been hired to lead a ZUMBA FITNESS retreat for the second time in Riviera Maya’s beautiful Ceiba Del Mar resort! We will spend four days dancing, stretching, holding ZUMBA FITNESS classes beach side, in the pool and on the pier with an incredible view. This has been an amazing experience. I have taught to hundreds at the Pheasant Run Resort, Saint Charles. My staff of instructors have performed at various parties and fundraisers in the area. We were asked again to lead the ZUMBA FITNESS portion of the Dance Marathon to benefit Children’s Memorial Hospital Chicago. We have performed for Scarecrow fest, Saint Charles for two years, 8 performances involving adults and children.
My ZUMBA FITNESS business started with only two clients and now I have over 750 that dance their way in and out of my studio at any given time. I teach 24 classes a week myself and offer over 30 a week for them to choose from. Dance It Off studio in Elgin is a great place for people to come in and have a great time dancing their inches, pounds, stresses away or just to have a lot of fun. I hope you will stop in and see all that we have to offer. I love my job! I love to dance! I am so lucky to be doing something I love everyday! Please come in and see what I am soo passionate about, what we are all so excited to share with you, our love for ZUMBA FITNESS and for all the other classes we teach! Join the party, get to class!
Michele Greene-LarsenI’m Michele Greene-Larsen and I started dancing with Kim in July of 2009. It didn’t take long before I was hooked! So hooked, in fact, that I decided to become certified as a ZUMBA instructor. I am a current ZIN member and my certifications include ZUMBA Basic 1, Basic 2, Toning, and Aqua. Although I've spent over 20 years as a high school math and computer teacher, teaching ZUMBA has quickly become my passion. I have been very fortunate to attend both the 2010 and 2011 ZUMBA Instructors' Conventions as well as local ZUMBA Jammer sessions. I am always interested in learning new dance styles, steps, and choreography to bring to you in class. ZUMBA has changed my life – I am in the best shape that I've been in since college. I not only shed over 20 pounds and 3 dress sizes, but an immeasurable amount of stress that used to lead me straight to food. I hope that through ZUMBA I can help you to dance your way to your fitness goals!
Hiromi SnipeMy name is Hiromi Snipe and I have been teaching with Kim since July of 2010. She has the best students in the Chicago area and we always have so much fun! I was a full time fitness instructor in Japan for about 5 years. I came to the States and started a family. I missed teaching and Kim helped me to get started again. I am so thankful to her and I am really enjoying my class every week.
Jacqui
In December 1995, my son was 6 months old and I was a size 20\22, that was when I decided that I needed to get myself under control. Joined Womans Workout World (www) and I could barely get thru the warm up! About 2 yrs later and 80 lbs lighter I wanted a challenging work out in a short amount of time that I had with a 2 year old. I got tired of instructors just going thru the motions so I decided I should be part of the fitness world and learn how to be an instructor. Womans Workout World gave me the training and the tools needed to be an instructor. I went on to work at Bally's Total Fitness teaching Advanced Step, Powerflex and Cardiokickboxing. I loved working there. When my dad passed in 2003 Bally's was no longer for me. The YMCA fit comfortably with where I was in my life.
Today, I proudly teach at the Dance It Off Studio with my good friend Kim and the great clients of hers!
Jennifer TaylorMy name is Jennifer Taylor. My passion for ZUMBA began in April 2009 when I found Kim's classes to help me lose baby weight after my twins were born. As a stay-at-home mom, the flexible schedule and punch card system was perfect for me! After ZUMBA helped me reach many of my fitness goals, I decided to become a ZUMBA Instructor in February 2010 and I have been teaching a variety of classes ever since. I am currently certified in ZUMBA Basic 1 and 2, ZUMBA Toning, Aqua ZUMBA, and ZUMBA Gold. In addition to being a ZIN member, I am also an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. As one of my favorite shirts says, “Get Fit, Get Happy!” --with ZUMBA FITNESS and ZUMBA with Kim South Elgin!)
Julie Mraz
Hello!! My name is Julie Mraz and I LUV Zumba! I started taking Zumba classes a couple of years back and fell in love. I forget that I’m working out because the choreography is fun, the music makes me want to sing (the reason I shouldn’t wear a headset), and I work all the areas that need help. This is so much more fun than the step aerobics classes I used to teach back in the 90’s.
I’ve been teaching and substituting in the area schools for the last 4 years along with recently earning my cosmetology license. I am certified to teach Zumba and Zumba Toning. My AFAA Group Fitness certification is next!
My kids (all 7 of them!) notice that I’m not as crabby after my Zumba classes. Come dance with me. I promise to take it easy on you and before you know it, you’ll LUV Zumba too!
Jen's Story Coming Soon
Beth's Story Coming Soon
Class Locations and Addresses
Dance It Off, Wolff Fitness, 2nd Floor2090 Larkin Avenue Suite 25, Elgin
Elite Academy of Dance
594 S. Randall Road, South Elgin
Dixon Dance
777 8th Street (Rt. 31), West Dundee
Kids Connection
2011 Dean Street Street, St. Charles
Offsite Classes:
Brighten Gardens of Wheaton: ZUMBA Gold -KimFirst Monday of every month 10:30-11:05 am
Curves in the Circuit, St. Charles:
Mondays 8:30-9 am-Kim
Saturdays 10:30-11 am-Kim
Pheasant Run Resort, St. Charles:
Stay tuned for more details!