I tried my first Zumba class with Zumba Fitness in Burnaby, BC back in January, and I've been a fan ever since. This place only opened up in October 2011 and already has a crazy following. The classes are packed!

This is a professional studio, with dance lighting, mirrors and a raised stage so that you can actually see the instructor. I've looked into other classes and find that they are just in local community centres and do not have the same facilities. At the Latin Fitness Studio there's dance lighting which really helps to set the tone. It's also a plus as it makes the place darker, so you don't feel as odd with two left feet. The instructors here are fun and encouraging and the 1 hour work out really gives me energy and gets my heart rate moving. They have several Zumba class in the morning and then in the evening. As well as a Zumba Toning, Reggaeton and Kick Boxing class.

The cost of the class is reasonable if you buy 10 or 20 stamp card instead of a drop in rate. This is a unisex place but about 99% are women that attend.

Very high energy and totally addicting!