MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Cyrile Ong
Cyrile is a highly energetic and passionate Zumba instructor based in Winnipeg. She has been a licensed instructor since 2011 and has built a reputation for her high-energy classes that are suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers. Cyrile is the founder of WinnipegZumba.com, a platform that shares her love for Zumba and helps spread her passion for fitness and dance. In addition to teaching Zumba, she is also licensed to teach Zumba Gold, Zumba Toning, Aqua Zumba, Strong Nation and Zumba Kids.
Cyrile also organizes Caribbean fitness retreats for those who want to take their love for Zumba to the next level. When she's not teaching or organizing retreats, Cyrile uses her wealth of knowledge & expertise to help businesses grow through her social media agency. She has also created jobs for women living in the Philippines by providing them with regular employment.
Fermel Distajo
Fermel is a multi-talented individual who has been a licensed Zumba instructor since 2014. He is known for his high energy and infectious personality, which makes his classes both enjoyable and entertaining. Participants in his classes often leave feeling like they have just attended a comedy club, due to his humor and light-hearted approach to fitness.
Aside from being a Zumba instructor, Fermel is also a highly passionate and dedicated real estate agent based in Winnipeg. He has a deep love for the field, which is evident in the level of commitment he brings to his work.
In his free time, Fermel is an active volunteer at his local church, where he is involved in organizing events and performing with the church choir. He is a dedicated member of his community, who combines his passion for fitness and real estate with his love for giving back.
Stephanie Okabe
Stephanie is a licensed Zumba instructor with a passion for dance and fitness. Since 2009, she has been leading energetic and fun-filled Zumba classes that are loved by many of her students. Stephanie's warm and funny personality makes her a favorite among her students, and her dance background in jazz and ballet as well as her experience as a former Winnipeg Blue Bombers cheerleader gives her a unique style and flair that is captivating to watch.
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Aside from being a Zumba instructor, Stephanie is also a full-time music and dance teacher at a high school where she helps her students prepare for dance competitions. She has a deep love and appreciation for the art of dance and shares her passion with her students.
Stephanie teaches virtual Zumba classes on Mondays at 6 pm, and she often invites her daughter Amelia to join her on screen to teach the class with her. Her little sidekick adds an extra dose of cuteness and fun to the already lively classes.
Stephanie's dedication to fitness and wellness is evident through her certifications to teach various Zumba programs, including Zumba Toning, Zumba Gold, aqua Zumba, and Zumba kids. Her versatility in teaching different programs makes her classes accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels.
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Outside of her professional life, Stephanie is a devoted mother to her two daughters. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and making memories with them. Her commitment to motherhood and her family reflects her nurturing and caring nature, which is also evident in her teaching style.
Cody Olafson
Cody Olafson is a highly skilled and experienced dancer who started at the age of three and has trained in a diverse range of dance genres including jazz, ballet, hip-hop, and contemporary. Her expertise and knowledge of the dance community is exceptional.
Since 2011, Cody has been working as a Zumba instructor and is also a licensed Zumba jammer. In this capacity, she takes on the responsibility of teaching other Zumba instructors how to improve their skills. Cody has toured extensively in Canada, the United States, and the Philippines, performing at large events with up to 400 people in attendance.
Aside from her dance career, Cody is also a full-time human resource manager at a prominent Canadian company. She enjoys traveling to different parts of the world in her free time.
Cody is also an ambassador for Gems for Gems, a national charity that aims to break the cycle of domestic abuse by empowering and educating survivors. Her work with this organization showcases her commitment to social causes and giving back to the community.
Jose Abreu
Jose is a licensed Zumba and Zumba toning instructor who has been teaching since 2018. Originally from Venezuela, he now resides in Lima, Peru. Known for his unique style and infectious energy, Jose has become a virtual hit among his students, who praise his ability to make them sweat during his live virtual classes. His virtual classes are offered on Tuesdays at 12 pm, Wednesdays at 7 pm, and Saturday mornings at 10 am.
In his personal time, Jose enjoys spending quality time with his two beautiful daughters and organizing Zumba events for both Venezuela and Peru. He is passionate about sharing the joy of Zumba with others and takes every opportunity to spread positivity and good energy to his students and those around him.
Viktor Guerrero
Viktor is a prominent figure in the fitness world in Mexico City. As a licensed Zumba instructor since 2018, he has been inspiring and motivating countless individuals to stay healthy and active. His passion for fitness goes beyond Zumba as he is also a strongly skilled STRONG NATION™ trainer who has conducted multiple events all over Mexico.
What sets Viktor apart is his unique style and energy in his virtual classes. His Bachata rhythms are renowned for being through the roof and he brings a fiery passion to every class he leads. His dance skills and style of Zumba are what draws people to his classes, but it's his humor and hilarious personality that keeps them coming back for more. Viktor teaches virtual classes every Thursday 6pm and Sundays 6pm!
Viktor is an expert in his field, and his recent certification as a personal trainer only adds to his skills and expertise.
Despite his success in the fitness industry, Viktor has an unlikely hobby as a member of a Mariachi band. This is a testament to his diverse and vibrant personality, which is evident in his approach to teaching fitness. His passion for life and music only fuels his energy in the gym and helps him to connect with his students on a deeper level. With his infectious enthusiasm and dynamic approach to fitness, Viktor is truly a force to be reckoned with in the world of fitness in Mexico City.
