Carmen Weddle

Student Recommendations

• Melissa H. February 4, 2011

  "When I walked into the gym at HCC, I was nervous and excited. The music sounded great! Carmen begin our class and was at once confident in her skills and happy to introduce the rest of us to the new workout program. She was understanding, helpful and funny. I appreciated her guidance into my introduction of Zumba. During our class I lost 12 pounds! If you are considering Zumba, try it out! It's fun and Carmen makes it accessible for all people-- beginners through highly skilled!"

• Tia M. February 4, 2011

  "I've always wanted to try Zumba but I wanted to be taught by a skilled instructor. I was looking for an instructor that taught a variety of dance routines and would challenge me. My coworker recommended Carmen and I'm so glad she did! I absolutely love her Zumba class! Carmen is a great dancer, she's easy to follow, and a lot of fun. This is the best time I've ever had working out-ever! I love the music! She incorporates everything! Her routines are fun and she's an excellent instructor! I highly recommend her to anyone!"

• Cecilia P. February 4, 2011

  "Carmen is an amazing instructor. She has a wonderful way of teaching the class. She patiently teaches new steps and routines and then pushes us up a notch. Her classes are always fun.... we often forget we are exercising. She is caring and professional. Simply put she is the best!"

• Debbie F. February 7, 2011

  "This is my first time taking a Zumba class. It was recommended by a friend of mine. My friends description made it sound like a fun class. Well , WOW! I love it. I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to learn from someone with so much energy and experience. Carmen is an incredible instructor. Easy to follow , and very encouraging. Awesome workout! I would/will highly recommend it to others that want a fun calorie busting workout !"

• Melanie G. February 10, 2011

  "Zumba is one of my favorite activities. Since having my daughter, now 3 ½ years ago, I’ve struggled with finding an exercise activity that would keep me interested and committed; and ultimately loose the pregnancy weight. I was never one who enjoyed regularly participating in an aerobic exercise class - after a while I would get BORED. I started hearing more about this Zumba craze in 2009, but never pursued it because of my past experiences with aerobic classes. I didn’t want to waste my money, but I desperately needed something to jump-start my goal of living a healthier life. My loving husband, who knows I absolutely LOVE to dance, looked in the HCC catalogue and found a Zumba class. He had no idea what it was, but knew that if it involved dancing then I would enjoy it. I started out with Zumba Gold during the summer of 2010 and fell in love instantly, and having an instructor who exudes such happiness as she teaches made it even better. Carmen is a little ball of fire, and she pushes you in a loving way. Her energy and excitement is contagious and I am grateful to be under her instruction. I have now been an active “Zumba-er” for 7 months and I have lost 11 pounds – especially now that I have incorporated a good diet with the exercise. I am also preparing to take the instructor certification course. Carmen I love you and keep dancing! "

• Sandra N. February 12, 2011

  "I started taking Zumba Gold in Sept 2010 with Carmen. The class was not what I expected, it was a lot more. When I first started to do the steps I really felt the burn of a good workout. These are muscles that have not used in years. What amazed me was that afterward (even the next day) there were no aches or pains. As for Carmen, she is not only energetic but has a true love for dance and music that is very contagious. Not only does she have the knack to help new comers in the class get familiar with the steps and music but at the same time challenge the seasoned students. All I know, is that I look forward to every class and have Carmen to thank for that. I still think she needs to produce her own DVD for students to use when on vacation and when classes are cancelled or scheduled off. I know I would still take the classes since it assures that I get out of work at a decent time to be at class and I need the structure that is given in class."

• Diane R. March 21, 2011

  "I've enjoyed the class immensely. Keeps me moving on a Sunday night!"

• Becky W. March 31, 2011

  "I love her classes. She is full of energy and very motivating. The class is amazing and soooo much fun!!! I take Zumba 3 times a week and just can't get enough!!"

• Laura B. May 11, 2011

  "This was my first time doing Zumba and I absolutely loved it!! Carmen is an excellent and fun instructor!! She really gets you moving. Needless to say I have now joined the class and looking forward to it every Monday and Wednesday!! "

• Tracy R. May 24, 2011

  "This is not the latest "craze" or "fade". Carmen's Zumba classes are real and really fun. I joined in March 2011 and have not once become bored or annoyed at no results. I have already lost in two months time, two nights a week a dress size and continue to loose more....you don't even realize you are exercizing. The lack of realization is due to Carmen's abilities as an instructor. She is high energy, always encouraging, gives tips, always approachable and changes routines and music selections just to keep the Zumba classes interesting. Most of all she is a professionally trained and skilled instructor and her energy and knowledge is contagious! We have a group of four of us (all friends) that look forward to every Monday and Wednesday night! Come on out and join us, even if you have never really danced....Carmen will get you moving!"

• Jennifer S. May 24, 2011

  "Carmen is a wonderful instructor - high energy but no pressure! It had been 15 years since I took a class and now, Zumba has me hooked. It's F U N and ultimately, you choose how hard you work by varying your own intensity levels while you dance. Highly recommend that if you're looking for an energy boost and some additional activity, then join the party with Carmen!!!!!"

• Erin L. May 25, 2011

  "I have never had such a great workout that I admired as much as Zumba!! Carmen is a wonderful instructor...she modivates with high positive energy. "

• Micheline W. June 2, 2011

  "This is my first time taking a Zumba Gold class and I really enjoy it! I have a hard time following some of the steps and just when I think I got the hang of it , there are new steps! But, it is a lot of fun and a great workout! I already signed up for the next session of Zumba Gold and I am really looking forward to it...Hopefully I will get better with time and able to follow the steps more easily! But, if not...I'm still getting a great workout and having fun!!"

• Carol M. June 7, 2011

  " Who would ever have thought that working out could be fun? Well, with Carmen it is. You get a great workout without being pushed and have a good time in the process. "

• Marnie (Mary) H. June 28, 2011

  "Let me tell you that Zumba with Carmen is the greatest. I have been taking her classes for about 10 months now. I love it so much that I added another class during the week. I now Zumba with Carmen 3 days a week. Carmen's energy and enthusiasm is contagious. I leave her classes in a great mood, but exhausted. She gives us a great workout! THANKS CARMEN."

• Terry W. August 3, 2011

  "I've been a Zumba-er for over a year now. Every class is a combination of fun, fitness, and friends. I've consistently taken exercise classes over the past several years, some thru HCC and some elsewhere. Out of all of them, I enjoy Zumba the best! It's a great all over workout and lots of fun to do. As for Carmen, she is awesome! The energy and enthusiasm she puts into her classes is unmatchable. I like to compare her to the "energizer bunny". She just keeps on going, and going, and going. She's passionate about what she does and loves her peeps. Always happy and always a smile on her face. Zumba with Carmen. You will love it!"

• Carol C. August 4, 2011

  " I joined Zumba in May 2011 and have been addicted ever since. Carmen's classes are full of energy, easy to follow and just down-right fun. I attend three times a week now and love every second. Carmen helps you with every step and encourages you to do well and have a good time. The music is exciting and it really gets you moving. I feel great after every class and love that it doesn't even feel like you're exercising. I highly recommend Carmen as an instructor and would encourage anyone who loves to dance and have a good time to join her classes. "

• denise N. August 15, 2011

  "I just started Zumba with Carmen this session. I have no dance skills. My girlfriend suggested we sign up as we had beenwalking for a long time and we were looking for something new and fun to do together for exercise. Well let me tell you --- Fun is what you will have!!! Along with a good sweat and a terrific cardio workout. In the beginning you think Wow will I ever get this??? And by class 3 you do get it!!! Sooooo much fun to learn the steps and have fun while working out. Carmen is such a wonderful teacher. She helps you to learn and reminds you that it takes practice!!! She always has a smile on her face! My girlfriend and I will be in her next class beginning Sept. 7th. In fact, I am planning my vacation around the break as I don't want to miss a single class! Thank you Carmen for all your support! We LOVE your class!!!!!!"

• Marnie H. November 1, 2011

  "I have been in Zumba and Zumba Gold for over a year now. It is such an amazing way to excercise. BUT, what keeps me coming back is Carmen Weddle. Carmen is the perfect instructor. Her energy and enthusiasm and energy cannot be matched. I am never bored because she has so many dance routines that you are always learning something new. Carmen has students who have sighed up for her classes for more than 2 year. This is so cool because it has provided us with a nice community. I look forward to seeing my Zumba friends. I once had Carmen over for a private party. I had family in from out of town. It was a great family activity! Fun was had by all!!!!"

• Erin L. November 30, 2011

  "5 Stars all the way!!! Zumba is the best workout experience. It keeps me motivated to keep coming back. I look forward to being there every Monday and Wednesday. Carmen Weddle is a wonderful instructor with lots of style and rhythm. She has a lot of positive energy that is contagious. It is the funniest time, none of that sweating to the oldies....leave that home with rocking chair, LOL. Come on out and see for yourself."

• Jennifer S. January 22, 2012

  "This is my second class of Zumba Gold and Carmen is a wonderful teacher. She goes slow so that you can unsderstand what you are doing. I cannot wait to go to class. I have found that Zumba does not feel like excercsing it is so much fun. "

• Trudy H. January 28, 2012

  "I never got a chance to attend. After I registered online, I received an email from Ms Weddle saying I would have to register with Harford Community College. I got to the college, and there was nothing to say which bldg the classes were in so I totally missed the whole class. I am so disappointed."

• Emily W. February 17, 2012

  "I have been going to Zumba for almost a year now and I have to say how amazing it is!! The entire reason it is amazing is the wonderful instructor that leads the class every Monday and Wednesday. Carmen really helped break down the steps when I started. With her energy and passion, I was able to pick up the routines very quickly. She is always coming up with new routines so you never get bored and you are always dancing! The mix of steps and music she uses will definitely put you in a great mood!! "

• Denise M. February 18, 2012

  "Carmen is an energetic and awesome teacher. She makes every class exciting and fun. Because she is latina, Carmen demonstrates the real Zumba moves naturally. She explains where the dances come from and how they are to be performed. Then she leaves you to put your own style into the routines. She encourages us all to do what is appropriate for our skill level, yet pushes us when she thinks we are being lazy - a great balance. I have learned a lot from her over the past year and a half, and I plan on continuing with this workout routine because it challenges my mind and body to try new things."

• Debbie F. February 22, 2012

  "I love Zumba. Carmen is a wonderful instructor. I look forward to going to this class. You will work your body hard, but you will have fun doing it. The class is a hour but the time flies by. The only thing that needs to change is the size of the class room. The room needs to be larger. Thanks Carmen"

• Amber G. February 22, 2012

  "Carmen is fantastic-- we were all beginners and she was able to make it consistently fun and we still all felt it the next morning! Her energy and love for Zumba is clear in every move she has us do and she makes it very easy to follow along with the steps! Carmen is amazing!!!"

• Amanda T. February 26, 2012

  "My Mom and I wanted to do something to get us to spend quality time together, but something more than just watching TV. We have been doing Zumba for about 8 months and love it!!! I do not enjoy going to a gym and usually do not partake in any exercising if I have a choice. Zumba changes all of that! I look forward to each class and leave smiling and feeling great about myself. Most of this is all thanks to having Carmen as an instructor. She is so energetic, even when I may not be feeling like giving it my all she pushes me to do just that. She is a great instructor and all around great person to spend a few hours a week with. I recommend her to everyone!"

• Lisa G. March 12, 2012

  "I joined Carmen in her last session. I really enjoy her spirit and her goal to make us work out. I enjoy the dancing and really enjoy the work out. I look forward to my classes every week. "

• Laurnie W. March 23, 2012

  "Carmen is the BEST! My mom and I started Zumba classes with Carmen in October, and now we're hooked! Carmen takes a genuine interest in getting to know her students. She's so fun and she creates a really positive environment. For my birthday this year, Carmen led my friends and I in a heart-pumping, smile-inducing Zumba workout. Everyone had such a blast! I would recommend her class without a second thought. "

• Paula W. April 13, 2012

  "Love Carmen and her Zumba class. I have been taking her class since she started teaching at HCC. She brings lots of fun and energy to the class. What an enjoyable work out. Thanks Carmen!"

• Terry W. July 3

  "Coming to the end of a two-year swing with Carmen and Zumba and still going strong. Carmen keeps it fun and moving. Her energy level is always at its peak. Every session brings new music and moves. Carmen is the best! Zumba is the best!"

• Jennifer S. July 17

  "I cannot stress enough how much I love taking Carmen's class, she really cares about her students and she takes the time to show all the new students how to do the steps when they first come to class so that they will not feel left out. I have been taking Zumba Gold since November of 2011 and I could not ask for a better instuctor."

• Nancy B. August 23

  "It is a joy to be in Carmen's Zumba class. She is one in a million. It seems I've always loved dance/exercise classes. Many, many years ago when I was in high school, the only extracurricular activity I was willing to get up early for was folk dancing. Over the years I've taken dancercize, aerobic dancing, Irish dancing, line dancing, and salsa aerobics. The Zumba classes are fantastic. We just follow along from the beginning to the end of class. The music is exceptional, and I like how sometimes the music is related to current events or holidays. Carmen is so much fun, and she shares her enthusiasm with the whole class. I feel so lucky to be a part of it. Note: This is the only exercise class I've taken where there are as many students on the last day of class as there were on the first day of class. That says a lot!"

• Kay B. November 6

  " I have wellness events throughout Harford County and whenever Carmen is available she always brings great energy and fitness workouts that the employees love. If you are thinking of doing ZUMBA I highly recommend Carmen's classes, she is high energy, full of zest, and motivating. We look forward to Carmen working with our employees in the future. Thanks Carmen for promoting fitness in the workplace. Fun and very innovative! ~Good Day "

• Joanne C. December 17

  "I have taken Zumba and Aqua Zumba classes with Carmen. I will continue to take her classes for a long time. The atmosphere is electric and the music is a Blast. Carmen always makes sure everyone has a good time and a great work out, even though you feel like you are just dancing with your friends."

• Susan C. March 9

  "Carmen came to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Harford County site in Edgewood, MD. She was fabulous! Everyone--children, teens, and parents--had a wonderful time because of her positive energy, energetic personality, and patient instruction. We loved it and many of us want to visit her class to do it again. Many thanks for a great evening, Carmen!!"