Barbara Clouse

I am a mother of three daughters.  I have stayed home to raise them, for 15 years now. Two years ago I took my first Zumba class, and I was hooked.  My love of music and dance was awakened.   It took a few months (6) to get into the groove, and be able to really work out consistantly with Zumba.   The first year, I worked off 20 lbs!  I was so inspiried by the Zumba instructors, that I followed a few girls to various fitness places to take their classes.  After the first year, I was taking up to 6 classes each week.  Since January of this year, I have lost another 18 pounds just with Zumba classes, and I am in the best shape ever because of ZUMBA.  This past April I turned 47, and my gift to myself was getting a license to teach Zumba.  I have really enjoyed this fitness trek.  Now I am teaching 5 classes a week, and taking another 3 for personal enjoyment.  The exercise I am getting is helping me with the stress of motherhood!  I am so lucky to be doing what I like to do.

I was a professional cheerleader with the Indianpolis Colts, and I also cheered in the World League football with Ohio Glory, and the Arena league of Columbus Thunderbolts.  Back in High school I was on the drill team, and also one year in college.  I went to Butler University, and hold a BA in Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Now I am a stay at home Mom of 3 daughters, and a Zumba instructor and fan.