ANGELA REED: Zumba, Clubbercise, Clubbercise: Combat + Tone
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“I had just discovered Zumba when I moved to Newcastle in 2014, thankfully my then Zumba instructor knew Katie covered the area I was moving to and put us in touch! I attended my first Zumba class with Katie within a week of moving, that was 10 years ago and I now go to 3 classes a week!
Although I was already pretty fit from doing Zumba regularly, Katie’s unique classes have really helped tone up my physique. Most importantly, my self confidence has sky rocketed and I have gone from being the shy one at the back to enjoying being in the front row!
I’ve made a wonderful group of friends and Katie goes way above and beyond the role of Instructor, organising regular nights out, Christmas parties, dance themed workshops, and even a clothing range. Fitmixx is such a huge part of my life, Katie has created an entire community and I’m so glad to be part of it!”
AVRIL GLENDINNING: Zumba Gold & Strictly Dance
"I've attended Katie's classes for a number of years and I love them. Strictly is great fun, a chance to air your inner diva. Katie always teaches us the professional techniques of ballroom, and we can pretend we are on the Strictly dancefloor! Zumba Gold is a good, fast workout to great music and it would be impossible to NOT smile while you're doing it.
I've done other exercise classes but Katie's are the best. She is very professional, very rarely cancels a class, always starts and finishes on time.
As well as the classes, Katie gets us involved socially with fun party themes and outings where we all get to know each other better, making the classes friendly and welcoming.
Queen of Zumba, long may she reign!"
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Lynn Kelly (Zumba and Clubbercise)
Although quite fit I was never a lover of cardio exercise, as I found it extremely boring. That is until I was taken along to a Zumba class by some friends and instantly fell in love with not only the music and dance moves but also the infectious personality and energy of our instructor Katie who seems to totally sum up what Zumba is all about.
This isn’t your usual, boring, aerobic workout. The music is fantastic and even when you feel exhausted you still manage to do more because it is just so infectious and fun. I also attend Clubbercise which is also so much fun.
The social events Katie runs are a huge bonus. People don't just come along, do the class and then leave, not giving it another thought until the next class. We come along, get welcomed into a fantastic community, make lifelong friendships and have great fun doing so.
EMMA SHIMMY HAVERY: Zumba, Zumba Gold, Strictly Dance, Clubbercise and Clubbercise: Combat + Tone
"I love the confidence I have gained since starting Katie's classes 10 years ago. I used to hide at the back of the room, worrying that I looked stupid being the biggest one there. But now, although I'm still one of the bigger ladies there, I'm a 'front row diva' and I love to show off my moves to everyone.
I have made so many great friends at classes, Katie being one of them! The hardest part is coming to your first class but once you're there you'll wonder why you didn't start sooner!"
JUDY WEALLEANS: Zumba Gold
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“For the last 11 years I have been part of Katie’s Zumba Gold and Strictly Dance classes. I love the feel good factor that the classes give me. There are so many benefits to be gained - keeping fit, meeting different people as well as the laughs and the fabulous music the combination of all these things lead to a great sense of well being.
Katie is so enthusiastic about all her classes it shines through and because of her dance background her choreography is spot on. She changes her routines on a regular basis so I never get bored although sometimes we do ask her to bring back a particular favourite!
My daughter and I attend Strictly together and both absolutely love the Latin routines and it’s really good to learn the ‘proper’ steps. I always come home buzzing.
To anyone who has never danced but always wanted to and loves music I would recommend Katie’s classes. Zumba Gold is great for me as a slightly older lady as it is lower impact.
We are a friendly bunch so if you come alone you will be made to feel welcome. On top of her weekly classes Katie organises specially themed events and social outings.”
Julie Bryceland: Zumba
“Having high cholesterol and struggling to get it down with diet and medication I started doing Katie's Body Tone and Zumba Gold classes.
Her classes are so much fun with brilliant choreography and a fantastic atmosphere! 3 months after I started my cholesterol levels had reduced substantially.
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I've kept attending because FitMixx classes are great for frame of mind, fun, overall workout and I’ve made great friends!
Thank you so much Katie for making it so enjoyable to improve my health and general wellbeing.”
Vanessa Douch: Strictly Dance and Zumba
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"I have attended Katie's classes for 11 years now and I can't imagine life without Zumba or Strictly Dance. Every class has fitness, fun, infectious music and a huge feel good factor. Katie's dance background means her routines are perfectly choreographed and full of variety - the time flies by. 'Strictly Dance' is a particular highlight of my week. It's a great workout based on Ballroom and Latin dance steps but without the need for a partner. Having done some dancing as a child, this class has re-kindled my love of dance and I have thoroughly enjoyed learning the steps and techniques from Katie. I always leave feeling uplifted .... and usually continue waltzing around my kitchen when I get home!!!
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The atmosphere at Zumba and Strictly Dance is very relaxed and friendly. You can go along on your own and feel comfortable - you will soon get to know people there. We like to enjoy ourselves and Katie often organises social events and special theme nights alongside the regular classes. So, if you want to exercise and have a good time, come along to Katie's classes and join in!"