I chose to enter under the story theme 'A local encounter I'll never forget.' View my entry Breaking down barriers through the universal language! and wish me luck.
Bonding and breaking down barriers through dance - the
universal language!
Before leaving for a recent three month travel adventure I
decided I really wanted to attend a Zumba class while in South America - after
all, it is the birthplace of the dance!
After a failed attempt the previous night (a class at
another place simply wasn't on as scheduled), I was dropped off by my taxi
driver in a dodgy looking part of town. Feeling unsure as I paid the fare, I
walked down the street for a minute until I saw flashing lights coming from a
corner studio with a bunch of women chatting outside and the Zumba logo
displayed clearly. I felt so relieved, I was finally at a class!
Although the instructor spoke only a little English, he
asked me where I was from. When I told him Australia, he gave me a huge hug and
a lolly. The class was amazing and exactly what I wanted - high energy, big
moves, enthusiasm and lots of fun! Afterwards a few of the local girls I did
the class with took photos with me and wished me well. As I sat in the taxi on
my way back, I almost cried from happiness because of how good the experience
was and just how welcomed I felt. Dance - the universal language!
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