US Zumba star Gina Grant is holding a special one-off event in Glasgow next month.

The Queen of Zumba will be in the city on Sunday, September 29. 

Zumba is the dance fitness program that has a combination of choreography including hip-hop, samba, salsa, and mambo.

Gina, who is from California and based both there and Oregon, is hailed as “the Queen of Zumba”.

She is an international fitness presenter and Zumba Specialist, having taught for almost 15 years. 

The mother of five regularly features in Zumba training videos, is a guest on international shows and often adorns the cover of global magazine covers. 

The Zumba Masterclass takes place at Hutchesons’ Grammar School, in Pollokshields from 1 pm to 3 pm.  

During the two hour danceathon, Gina will share tips and inspire attendees to get Zumba fit, before leading a group dance class.  The event is open to all, regardless of age or abilities.

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Gina said: “I’m so incredibly excited to be coming to Glasgow to shake and shimmy with the city. 

"It’s my first time in Scotland and I couldn’t be more thrilled to be spending the afternoon dancing with my fellow Zumba-lovers.

"If you want to get fit while having fun, then this event is definitely not to be missed.”

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Meg Bennett, Zumba Instructor and organiser of the event, added: “We’re over the moon to be bringing the legendary Gina Grant all the way from the USA to host this special event in Glasgow.

"Gina inspires millions of people across the world to get up and dance - her energy and zest for life is infectious and she’ll have everyone burning calories while having a blast.

"It’s certainly an event not to be missed and there are only a handful of tickets left, so I encourage anyone who fancies coming along to a brilliant night to get their tickets soon to avoid disappointment. See you on the floor!”

Tickets are available now, via Ticket Tailor, priced from £35.