ZUMBA® Classes in Sheffield | Weekly, Events, Weddings & Schools - AVA Spanish

ZUMBA® classes in Sheffield. Dance your way to fitness

A dance class in Sheffield that feels like a night out, plus high-energy ZUMBA® for businesses, weddings, schools and events. Every level welcome.

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Three ways to dance with me

Drop in weekly, join through your university, or book me for your own event.

💃 Weekly class at Courtside

My regular open class in Sheffield. Energetic, intense, and beginner-friendly. Just turn up and dance. Walk-ins are usually welcome, though booking ahead guarantees your spot if the class is full.

When: Wednesdays, 6:00–7:00pm
Where: Courtside at Hillsborough Park, Sheffield, S6 2DF
Price: £9 per class

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🎓 University of Sheffield Zumba Society

I teach the weekly classes for the University of Sheffield Zumba Society. If you're a UoS student who wants to join, membership and class booking go through the society directly.

For: University of Sheffield students
How to join: through the Zumba Society

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🎉 Events & custom bookings

Want ZUMBA® for your own group? I run tailored sessions for businesses, weddings, schools, parties and one-off events, adapted to your people, your space and the vibe you're after.

Great for: team away-days, parties & weddings, school activity sessions, community groups

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What is ZUMBA®?

ZUMBA® is a dance-based fitness class built mostly around Latin music and dance moves. The instruction is mainly visual, you mirror my movements and learn through repetition, so there's nothing to memorise and no experience needed.

It can seem daunting at first, but it's so much fun, and after a few sessions you really start to feel the thrill of hitting those beats as you move. By the end you've had a proper cardio workout without it ever feeling like one.

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What to expect

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Proper cardio

A genuine, sweaty workout disguised as a dance party

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Great music

Carefully chosen songs, each with its own unique routine

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Every level welcome

Easier and harder modifications so nobody gets left out

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Loads of fun

High energy, lots of laughter, and a welcoming atmosphere

ZUMBA® for businesses, weddings & schools

Looking for a fun, active session that gets a group moving and laughing together? I bring the same energy from my weekly classes to custom bookings, scaled and shaped to fit your group.

🏢 Businesses & teams

A brilliant team away-day or wellbeing activity. No dance experience needed, everyone joins in, and it's a guaranteed icebreaker that gets people energised together.

💍 Weddings & parties

Parties, celebrations and one-off events. A memorable, high-energy session that gets everyone on their feet, whatever their fitness level.

🏫 Schools

A fun, inclusive activity for students. I've run sessions in schools before and tailor the pace and format so every student enjoys it and feels able to take part.

My classes are intense, fun, proper cardio, but I adapt them to your group and circumstances. For example, in a school I might break a session into smaller pieces, teaching a little of each choreography before we dance it through, rather than running 16 songs back-to-back. It's not classic ZUMBA® that way, but the goal is always the same: that everyone has fun and finds it enjoyable. Tell me about your group and I'll shape the session around them.

Custom sessions from £90 · every booking quoted individually

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What the ZUMBA® community says

Evelyn ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The best way to exercise and have fun! I've been joining Alvaro's Zumba sessions since he first started at the pavilion in Hillsborough Park and now at Courtside. His sessions are energetic, intense and every level is welcome. I definitely recommend it!

Ella ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Alvaro's Zumba Classes at the University of Sheffield are some of the best I have been to. He brings so much energy and laughter to the class while also making sure we get a good work out! He always offers adaptations to make it easier or harder so class is truely suitable for everyone. I would recommend Alvaro's class to anyone new to Zumba and to those who have been doing it for years.

Enakhe ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Alvaro is an incredible Zumba instructor at the University of Sheffield Zumba Society! His classes are suitable for everyone because he offers easier modifications, making them really inclusive and beginner-friendly, while still allowing advanced dancers to challenge themselves. His natural charisma brings so much energy to Zumba that it motivates me and helps me feel more confident. His classes have such a unique and special atmosphere that makes them feel exciting and memorable.

Dr Fonk ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Amazing zumba teacher who is very good at what he does, while also keeping it fun and lighthearted. Classes are a hard workout, but enjoyable throughout. I became part of UoS Zumba where he teaches, and it was a very welcoming vibe where you just learn the dances while you do them (and it feels very beginner friendly as I'm still slowly improving 🙃). Really good song choices and each song has a completely unique routine to it . Would recommend to everyone, and more fun if you go with a friend imo 😁

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Booking a business away-day, a wedding, a school session or another event? Tell me about it and I'll be in touch within 48 hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to book the weekly class?

Generally I can accommodate walk-ins (you'll pay the standard £9 on arrival at Courtside), but there may be occasions when the class is full and I can't take more people. To guarantee your spot, book ahead through Courtside: book here. If you'd prefer not to book online, message me on Facebook or Instagram, or email me at alvaro@avaspanish.com.

I'm a University of Sheffield student. How do I join?

I teach the weekly classes for the University of Sheffield Zumba Society. Membership and class booking go through the society directly, so head to their page to join in.

Do I need any experience or special kit?

No experience at all, the class is fully visual, so you just follow along and pick it up as you go. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in, supportive trainers, and bring some water. That's it!

Can you run a session for my business, wedding or school?

Yes! I run custom sessions for businesses, weddings, parties, schools and community groups. I adapt the intensity, length and format to suit your group, from a full-on cardio party to a gentler, choreography-led session for younger or first-time participants. Use the enquiry form above and I'll get back to you within 48 hours with details and a quote.

How much do custom events cost?

It depends on the group size, location, session length and what you're after, so every booking is quoted individually. Send me the details through the enquiry form and I'll give you a clear price.

What areas do you cover?

I'm based in Sheffield and most happy to travel within the local area for events. For bookings further afield, just ask in the enquiry form and we can sort out the details.