Instructors @ The Y

Rinya loves to give back to the community through dance.  She enjoys her time on the dance floor and connecting with others.  Don’t just dream it, ZUMBA IT!

Keliko is not afraid to start or end the day with a fun jam session. His passion for staying active & performing onstage started from a young age & will not stop anytime soon. Dance to various rhythms & beats from around the globe in his exciting Zumba classes! You are sure to break a …

Joseph has been teaching Kung Fu and Qigong since 2007.  In 2012, the State of Hawaii recognized Joseph to be a Skilled Martial and Healing Artist of Chinese Kung Fu, Qigong, and Hawaiian Lomilomi.  Joseph received his Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2015.  Kung Fu and Qigong has served as …

I love doing Zumba and have been certified since 2015. I enjoy Zumba and working out to a combination of old school Zumba songs and brand new ones too. I am not afraid to try a new song that my students might enjoy. Come and join me for a fun workout.

Mie grew up in a ski resort in Japan, she learned the importance of physical and mental health from very active parents. She is a healthcare provider, NASM certified personal trainer, and Strong Nation and CIRCL mobility instructor. Mie’s goal is getting fit while having fun!

Moses brings high level energy to his early morning and evening Zumba classes.  Burn off calories by dancing to different kinds of lively tunes, such as salsa, merengue and samba, but also other types of modern music like hip hop and dance.  The best part of it all is that it doesn’t even feel like exercise!

Vanessa believes that we need to keep active for as long as we can and likes to try different things.  In 2009, she tried Zumba with a friend and had a blast. Vanessa is now an instructor, certified in Zumba (2015) and Toning (2017). Dance, have fun and exercise to Zumba oldies with Vanessa on …

Marcia L. Timboy is a Personal Trainer & Group Exercise Instructor with over thirty years of experience in the Health & Fitness industry. Her specialties are Pilates Mat, Yoga, Cardio & Strength Boot Camp classes. Marcia has been the Physical Activity Educator for the University of Hawai`i, CTAHR’s Nutrition Education for Wellness Project, Healthy Lifestyles …

Aloha, YMCA family I’m Yolanda Tansley. I teach Silver Sneakers, Senior Circuit, Cardio-kickboxing and hopefully soon more classes. I like to spend time with my husband, my two young adult children, and my dogs. I have been in the fitness industry for a little over 10 years and I love helping people feel better through …

Meet Maxine Barrere! Maxine is a wife and mother of 2 energetic boys! Zumba has always been her “zin”, a place where she can just let loose. Max hopes to see you at her classes, she promises to bring a sweat to your workouts!