Lynn Blakeley

I began teaching classes in January 2001 and went on to earn my YMCA, ACE and AFAA Group Ex certifications and a Personal Trainer certification from ISSA. For the first six years, I taught various formats of fitness, but when I found Zumba® in 2007, I developed a passion that continues today.

In 2010 I was chosen to be one of the original Zumba Jammers™, and fitness became front and center in my life. As a Zumba® Jammer I create Zumba choreography and then give sessions to fellow instructors. 

My background is in music, theater and education, so being in front of people has always felt comfortable to me. I've always enjoyed working out, but never felt quite satisfied as a student. This led to my desire to teach fitness as a way to stay in shape while leading a group.

Over the years I have been a Fitness Coordinator for two Y branches, a personal trainer, and have taught or subbed most fitness formats. 

Currently, I teach strength, VeraFlow (stretch & mindfulness), and Zumba classes in all formats. My role as a ZJ™ continues with a specialization in Zumba Gold®. 

Personally, I am married and have two children, ages 20 and 23. I can't wait to teach on the beach!