From Chicago to Japan: My Zumba Encounter
Hey there! So, a few months back I told you the story about my encounter with the music producer, Timbaland, …
For Instructors
Come Practice With Me
Does this sound like your typical practice routine? Step 1 – Grab water and caffeine (as you may be at …
Become A Master Student
How do you become a Master Student…? Drop all creativity for at least 6 months (we recommend 12 months). Do …
You Have A Gift
Hey guys, Oreet here! I just wanted to give you a friendly reminder about what we truly do as instructors. …
The Truth About Feedback
Feedback is extremely valuable. It’s how we grow and reach our goals. But sometimes it can really sting! Am I …
Practicing and Learning How to Teach SharQui
What you’ve learned in SharQuí is probably radically different from anything you’ve experienced before. You may have realized you had …
Look up San Francisco…there’s a f*cking car coming!
Did I get your attention? Ahh yes… these are the words I would frequently say while I was living in …
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How to Approach a Crew Video
Crew videos don’t just make your class prep easier, they also train you to be a better instructor! By watching …
Teaching SharQui – overcoming obstacles [part 3]
Hey there, So last week I talked about how practice is THE way to not forget a move. But I …
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Teaching SharQui – overcoming obstacles [part 2]
Hi again beautiful, So last week I talked about you being fit and/or looking fit enough – and I definitely …
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Teaching SharQui – overcoming obstacles [part 1]
Teaching takes practice. It’s a great challenge as well as a big responsibility. Look, I totally understand the fears, and …
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The Power of Pretty Stance – hip lifts and drops
Wonder why the Hip Lifts and Drops are not taught in a stylized manner in the SharQui format – but …
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It’s That Simple
Hello there! We all can agree that the traditional family consists of a father, mother, and children…yes? But it doesn’t …
Pitfalls
I tell myself every day that “I’m in the imperfect”. Dude, I’m in it! I’m in that messy, scribbly, ups …
Lead With You
Oftentimes, we put excuses on things to tell us why we’re not doing something. But when we really peel back …
Kris is an artist, but not your typical canvas artist.
Kris is an artist, but not your typical canvas artist. She paints with her body and brings her artistry through …
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Seize the Opportunity
Hey there! So I’m going to get straight to the point (cuz that’s how I roll). I’d like to tell …
Getting Seasoned
Hello my beautiful SharQui family! I am so thrilled to have Master SharQui Instructor, Marisa Guastella, as the role of …
How to get your students to connect to their bodies
Using Words Wisely: Shifting Away From Corrosive Diet-Culture Vocabulary In my past 2 blogs, I talked about creating an …
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How are you standing out?
Question…Are you truly bringing in BIG energy to inspire your current students and have new students coming in? If you …