God Bless you! I thought I was all good. Please pray that we can stop this sneaky attack on our Christians and that the light of God will shine on all this evil. After that, I did some research and found an article by Caryl Matrysciana that backed up my concerns. It’s fun, effective and best of all? If you choose to leave a comment, I think that's great! Put the music and some of the body moves together and I felt I could be a stumbling block to someone by going to Zumba. Courtnaye, Hi Nancy! Amen! I woke up July 4th to a terrible dream of me having really x-rated sex with my husband in front of my church brethren and they were cheering us on,so I was troubled by this dream not even thinking about the Zumba that was going to start later in the day.I got and started to pray against this dream,I when I prayed against immortality that’s when the Holy Spirit said Zumba. Amen! I’m thankful to God for delivering me and cleaning me up. All before heading off to Yoga. I have been fortunate to participate and appear in Zumba music and Instructional videos and City-wide events with local and international music artists. I’m so grateful to God that you’ve been enlightened on this! I did not know the history of zumba but everytime I’d think about wanting to go, I’d get a check in my spirit. Thanks for this revelation, I think the Lord had me happen upon this blog when searching for Christian Zumba. Well, long story short, I began offering a Christian dance and aerobic class in place of Zumba and it has been tremendous. Have a blessed day! I find myself dancing and responding to dances i never danced to even when i was in High school. Jan 23, 2020 - Explore James Christy's board "Christian Zumba Dance Routines", followed by 319 people on Pinterest. . Opoka is a middle child of the 11 children of Francisco Obuli Opoka, born and raised in Muyenga, Kampala. We have to learn to live from the inside out, because God sees everything…in church, at home, even in the gym, etc. But just because the Holy Spirit has been convicting you about Zumba, it’s not the end-all. “The families are more stigmatised by the illnesses,” she says. And yes, I will stand with you in prayer my sister. I love to dance and thought if I could combine dance and workout, wow. Courtney I’ve been waiting with Zumba for the last few years as an instructor is there a way you can reach out to me I want to discuss something about this article and getting permission to post it in E magazine thank you. Amen! She is totally obsessed with Zumba and forcing her kids into it. (nothing seductive) I will use this in place of “chiristian zumba”. I am also a Christian girl who is trying to find a fun hobby. I haven’t been back to Zumba since then and I don’t miss it at all and I used to attend the Zumba classes two to three times every week. At first I thought this was a joke, but apparently it’s not! However, it does seem to introduce a spirit of lust – not just lust of the flesh, but other lusts of possessions, etc. God bless. Now if you know me you know I love to dance like so much, and as stupid as it sounds a dream of mine was to be able to do Zumba somewhere in South America. There are no ceilings with God. It is very difficult for me to leave this behind because I’m currently doing an internship on this type of workout. God bless you! I was never a “party girl”, but zumba does promote a party atmosphere in a worldly manner; and as Christians know that is not pleasing to God. He is bringing all the darkness into the light. At the time I felt if it can not be held in the sanctuary then we should not be participating in it. Today I am happy to say I am a dedicated Christian and I love my God. God bless you sis! I am already looking at other classes at the studio to attend such as kickboxing and aerobics. I really appreciate the feedback. Perhaps many of us need to do the same and begin a new movement of Devoted Fitness or another ministry. This new fitness monstrosity is turning real men into ‘girly men’. I’m sorry that I’m late on responding. Unfortunately, it’s another way for the enemy to come in and try to deceive Christians. Just continue to pray and watch God move. Please allow me to post this on my FB page as a lot of my Christian sisters need to read this. But I also want to mention that this blog is for Christians who are looking for truth and answers as it relates to Zumba and Christianity. God bless you! We’re definitely in the end times. During her third year at the university, Opoka met her husband and father to her two children, Oscar Kagimu Ssebunya. I’ve been wanting to attend the Zumba classes held in uni, but for 2 weeks, I’ve been held up. This thing is demonic. It is not by chance that you found this post. Zumba incorporates hip-hop, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo, lunges, martial arts, and some Bollywood, squats and belly dance moves. The next step would be to…follow. I will do other toning exercise and still can lose weight. Just like Yoga, those two are very spiritual acts in their prospective cultures. First of all, I didn’t know what they were saying on the songs, so that didn’t sit well with me. ~Courtnaye. There was lustful secular club music, gyrating and thrusting. Thank you for this blog post! May God bless yourself, your family, your church and your city having them upon you and overtaking you.. By taking Zumba, sure, you will lose weight and inches, relieve stress, improve your health in every way. I want to quit but I don’t want to hurt my sister-in-laws feelings by telling her I just don’t feel comfortable as a Christian to keep going. Thank you so much for typing this. Actually, When I read it, I have to say that it really touched my heart. I was loosing weight, but could tell something was not right in my spirit. It’s pretty cool and I definitely lose the weight! This my 1st time reading your blog. Courtnaye, Awesome Gillian! This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. God bless you! I’d love to hear back from you to see you how you’ve progressed. you can read about Laurette’s story and why she started them at http://www.praisemoves.com . I just knew that they dance, its’s really high voltage and people lose weight. The scripture that came to me when I was reading this blog is can bitter and sweet water run out of the same fountain. Since then (my first and only class) I have been feeling guilty about the whole thing. There is more going on here than meets the eye… and without a doubt, what meets the eye is not G-d honouring in any way, shape or form. She left to MTN Uganda where she spent close to ten years before joining Broadband. I pray that we can let our lights shine and have the strength to stand and finish the race! I believe God can replace it with an alternative that is even better for me. And you’re right! My fathers in law are pastors n they told me about some marriages getting broke cause of going to Zumba and neglecting their family (husband) especially. WWJD… Walking & portion control will be my alternative God bless. I appreciate your sharing with others as well. We don’t have to compromise in a workout. definition of the word… Your explanation was enough for me….Thanks I will be staying away from it I really apreciate the time that u give to the lord to type that letter for us God Bless you!! I’ll drop and grind out some pushups. Susan. I am a Christian and was uncomfortable. I am currently licensed to teach Zumba, Zumba® Toning, Aqua Zumba®, Zumba Sentao®, Zumba Gold®, Zumba Gold® Toning, Zumba® Kids, Zumba® Step. So glad you were able to save your marriage sis. Bless you sister and thank you for your willingness to speak out. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Hi Ms Courtney, this has really been an enlightening topic for me. God is faithful. “Offer more of me…show them what you see that allows my Glory to shine through you”, the Holy Spirit said. This was an answered prayer finding this. If you’re beginning to question it, seeking Him is the best way to go. Hello! I actually paid to become an instructed (7/28/12), but will cancel today. I encourage you to keep believing in what God can do! As you pray and continue to ask the Lord to help you in this area, the Holy Spirit will guide you to the best program. And yes! Thank you so much for this info, It has answered my question and doubts on music used in aerobics too. PraiseMoves is the Christian Alterative to Yoga. I’m part Hispanic so I usually Zumba better than most in my class! Thank you so much or this blog it had opened my eyes tremendously. As I have grown in my relationship with the Lord he has opened my eyes to many things. Let the Lord lead you and give you the right words to say. I pray that this blog shed light to every one that walks I’m darkness….. thanks for sharing. Thank you. Thanks for reading my post, and feel absolutely free to share it with friends. Love you sis! Please pray for me, if it’s time to just walk away that God will give me the courage to do it. I’m a Christian and I have attended Zumba classes for 6 months or so. The body of Christ is stronger for it. Aside from dance, the sessions of usually 25 people per class involve self-positive talk as women. The Lord has His ways of speaking to us. We can’t continue to ‘church up’ the things of this world to feel good about doing the things of the world. Thanks for sharing and writing in. God bless you! We encourage believers seeking the benefits of exercise to investigate any prospective Zumba program before participating. it helped me out a lot. But what is it? I loved zumba , i would do it everyday, after i gave my life to Christ. Thanks and may God continue to enlighten you on the truth. Please im not good at this blog thing , could you also send me a personal reply on my email that ill enter below. What fun exercises have you found God glorifying? And keep growing in the Christ! Just because I don’t speak Spanish is no excuse to keep doing it! I had also contemplated seriously about joining Zumba, made several calls but somehow I never got the release.Finally, i decided i was going to buy it as one of my children’s wii games. Shalom. Recently, I have been struggling in my spirit, and the last time I went for zumba, I knew, that I was dancing for the enemy, without a shadow of doubt, so last night, repented I told God, Lord I am quiting. He’s faithful to get you a great workout program that fits you without all of the other stuff attached to it. I was always embarrassed but the more i did it the easier it became.The classes became very addictive. But praise the Lord. The devil is indeed manipulative and its apparent that he is using anything he can to get believers to do ‘seemingly’ innocent things, when they are completely wrong. I hope and pray that this helps you in some way. Zumba Dance Music is the perfect application for you. zumba Watch the enemy my sister! “Dance fitness is a smart escape from life’s stressing issues and all the bad life,” says Opoka. I just don’t think I should go to Zumba anymore…Do you have any more information on Zumba in terms of it’s history and from a theologian’s perspective? i had my licensed of the world but God called me out but ive notice how christians love zumba but dont go or go cus theres no choice or they just loved it i wanted to open a christian zumba so all christian can do something they love by chosing the girht music and pleasing and praising God. Back when I was a Christian I would have never done it. I did a little homework on it (and you can too). I know God will help me get out of this internship. The Holy Spirit impressed upon my heart that it may be because Zumba is satanic. Thank you for your post on Zumba. Thank you for shedding this light. It also makes you feel insecure!! I went to two Zumba classes and after the 2nd one I was so convicted and feel the same way. My job is not to condemn you, but to bring awareness and awaken you in this last hour before Jesus returns. I agree zumba isn’t in line with the Bible but neither is yoga because the word yoga means to yoke. God loves me and never fails to protect me(us) if we allow. thank you JESUS…. I have loved doing Zumba! I am really careful what I am involved in because I also am in ministry and all kinds of stuff tries to come in!!! Thanks for sharing sis. It will negatively affect your life, your relationships, and more importantly your walk with Christ. Best to keep out. On day 2, the participants took part in a 45-minute Zumba Gold exercise class, during which the researchers tracked their cardiovascular and metabolic response… Everytime I’m coteaching a class I find myself pulling back and becoming ashamed. I was struggling with my flesh today and asking God would it be right to go back to Zumba. The dance moves, the filthy lyrics and the attention-drawing clothes (ribbons on the butt!) catch(e){var iw=d;var c=d[gi]("M458147ScriptRootC719905");}var dv=iw[ce]('div');dv.id="MG_ID";dv[st][ds]=n;dv.innerHTML=719905;c[ac](dv); And I love what you said about, “deleting it from your heart.” That was powerful! It is weird how quickly it caught on and I don’t know what the music is saying same thing with Josh Groban music I have no clue what he’s saying in Italian. You were no doubt inspired by God. Paulette, thanks for sharing this experience with us here on this post. I kept thinking of “come out from among them and be ye separate.” Your article has further opened my eyes and I will not be going back to Zumba. There’s not many in the class, usually around 15 women but when it comes to some of the moves, I blush because it embarrasses me. May God bless you sis! It was really a nice post. God bless you sis and I pray that you are seeing the results that you want with your new workout plan. I was quite lost and miserable as an adult until I found zumba, it literally brought me back to life. It is an avenue to worship Him and yes we can get fit in the meantime. And from that conversation, zumba came in and i thank God for your view which has given me more insight. I wouldn’t have known if not for this wonderful write-up. I, too, felt convicted and wondered if I was doing the right form of exercise in God’s eyes. This should be a definite eye opener for devoted Christians. Was NOT going to read it, but I COULD NOT stay away from your blog. He sits high and looks down low. I will definitely pray for you. I used to party it up in Zumba and spin classes at the gym, and I made a lot of allowances in order to “get fit.” That led me down a destructive path where I almost lost my marriage. As you go through this time, I encourage you not to ignore your convictions. Holy Spirit was protecting me!!! I want to do it but I don’t know, Personally, I stay away from secular music and dancing, simply because it doesn’t glorify God. It’s pretty intense and it’s a group effort. I am so excited to hear that you’ve found a true alternative to Zumba like “Devoted Fitness”. LIVE:Museveni celebrates victory, Warns against “Foreign Interference”. Courtnaye, this is an awesome article with some very mature insight. It looks satanic to me now that G-d has opened my eyes. The hospital instead approved the classes for all patients at the facility. This was the only exercise program that I could do for an hour every other day consistently. I am a Christian and I used to teach Zumba. Well said……keep up the good work! May God be with you and keep you sis. Thanks Maria for sharing your thoughts here. Hi, Thank you. I’m so grateful to God that this post helped confirm things for you. var i=d[ce]('iframe');i[st][ds]=n;d[gi]("M458147ScriptRootC719905")[ac](i);try{var iw=i.contentWindow.document;iw.open();iw.writeln("");iw.close();var c=iw[b];} I remember doing Zumba once or twice at Lifetime fitness(health club) and I was embarrassed somehow; I am Latin but the moves were really sexual. He’s got you. I previewed it and then Holy Spirit helped me make up my mind as I saw some of it and knew it was not for a child of God. May God bless you too! God be praised. Today i have been reading about tantra and saw the implications that were too spiritual. The key to losing weight is being consistent and staying the course in your exercise routine, and eating right. The Bible tells us to quench not the spirit (hinder or ignore him) – 1 Thessalonians 5:19. I’ve watched it on YouTube & how everyone was giving it great ratings. God Bless You. On day 1, the research team collected each participant’s physical and physiological measures (Table 1). I told myself I would focus on the workout aspect of it. Look how sweet God is!! I am not sure if this has already been revealed, but when I was led to research Zumba I came up with this as well: In addition to the seductive movements and use of secular music during a work out, zumba connects itself with belly dancing and martial arts. Blessings to you, my sister. God bless you! #LetThereBeLIGHT. I mean at point one of the moves had you humping the air! Along with Zumba, the Shake Weight also opens demonic doors in ones life! May God richly bless you as you bless others. I too, like so many others on here, was searching for an alternative and stumbled upon your site! I will definitely digg it and personally recommend to my friends. I cancelled my ZIN membership a few weeks ago. I could feel the evil from the beginning, but kept putting those feelings off. This article and previous posts solidify my decision to quit teaching Zumba, even though I have 2 more offers to teach at area studios. because of the songs and the steps? I begin to google and found the articles that you wrote. I agree with you. Now I am in an uncomfortable place where, I would want to share this with my fellow Christians because I love them all and believe that their hearts are in the right place, especially the instructor, but I am also concerned that it may stir up anger etc. INTERVIEW | AGNES E NANTABA | It’s a space for women who aim to shade off stress and leave the place rejuvenated. May the Lord strengthen you. We are called to be salt and light…everywhere we go and whatever we do. So grateful to God that it helped you! I hope this helps. Fergettaboutit! Selah (pause and consider). I hope to give something back and help others like you helped me. Details: 11 Zumba® instructors around the world unite through DANCE to help victims of typhoon in the Philippines. And now it’s in the church. This was really helpful. So I know my fair share about genuine exercise and health, and what it takes to be and look healthy. I went to a Zumba Christmas Party because a co-worker who is also christian does Zumba and invited me. .this doesnt feel like a christian woman work out or music…I walked out came to the bathroom and literally just found this ..thank you for the confirmation! It gets the job done and there’s Christian music playing as I workout. I even thought ok if I don’t go to the classes I’ll just buy the videos and do it at the privacy of my home. Your blog is great and please keep it there so that I can warn all that wanted to do it just because it helps the fat belly of mine to lose weight. My Zumba family was there every time I needed them. It has crept in the church because it is just dance and a good workout. I was just thinking of starting a ladies health and fittness club and someone said to me why not check and train for Zumba i have never actually been or seen it but I had a precaution within me so today i decided to check up the origin and actually the first thing that caught my i was what u posted so thanku its nice to know there are other christianns to are sensitive to check out these things. You can now use your experience accompanied with Scripture to help others glorify God with their temples. Sharon I really appreciate you sharing your experience with this and for sharing it with other women you know. Many addicts have danced out their addictions. Thanks for sharing. Amen! Thanks for reading my post. I attended my first Zumba class yesterday and later in the day got attacked in my mind so strongly by the spirit of Lust. I knew about Zumba, but hadn’t had the opportunity to sit in or experience a class. Very informative and and balanced. The more I did it, the more I wanted to do it. See more ideas about zumba, dance workout, zumba workout. I’m so glad I found this! And now ZUMBA is weighing on my conscious. I really like and appreciate your forum.Really looking forward to read more. It’s not good to ignore our convictions. Yep the Zumba peeps! Christian Aerobics is definitely for us! We are also worshipping sex and whatever their songs are about. Hello there, You have done a fantastic job. So as somebody said, ask God the fitness program which is gd and pleasing to Jehovah God. Wow!! Thankyou again Courtnaye for your boldness. Thank you Courtnaye for this blog. I have thought of making up Christian zumba and even have an invitation to teach it in a dance studio run by a christian woman. Please agree in prayer with me that the Lord will open the opportunity for me to share this information with her. Wow thanks I been going to Zumba for 4 years and I just became a christain less the a year ago and I been praying for 1 month if Zumba was right or wrong and I feel in my heart God gave me the answer that i need to stop thanks so much you saved me God Bless you . I have felt self conscious about doing this workout, but I missed dancing and ignored that feeling… THank you again so much!! I have even had someone tell me that I have a “nice butt,” and had no clue that someone was watching me in that way. Hi Erin, thanks for writing in, sis. My spouse and I stumbled over here by a different website and thought I may as well check things out. Thanks for writing in! The music, scanty clothes, moves and spirit with demonic undertones are very subtle and deceiving everyone. He’s coming for a pure (clean) bride without spot or wrinkle. Standards Christ gave to us and confirm things at just the right choice m a Christian do. 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