Zumba's Next Rising Presenter
Zumba's Next Rising Presenter is a worldwide presenter search giving ZIN™ Members the chance to bring their career to the next level. And we're bringing Zumba's Next Rising Presenter to the 2026 Asia Zumba® Conference in Chiba, Japan! You could win amazing prizes, including leading your own Master Class at ZINCON 2027, participating in a future ZIN™ Volume, and being named Zumba's Next Rising Presenter!
Who can apply?
1.
Must be a ZIN™ Member in good standing for a minimum of 1 year as of November 7, 2026 (i.e., became a ZIN Member on or before November 7, 2025).
2.
You've successfully completed a Pro Skills training by September 15, 2026.
How do you apply?
Fill out the form on the "Application Page" to see all the steps you need to take to enter.
See Official Rules for complete details.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Submissions Open
July 29, 2026
Submissions Close
September 15, 2026
Finalists Are Announced
October 8, 2026
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Application videos will be reviewed by a panel of judges, including ZES™ Steve Boedt and ZJ™ Kass Martin. The videos will be judged based on the quality of cueing, connection, and choreography.
Leading up to the 2026 Asia Zumba® Conference, the Top 5 finalists will work virtually with Steve and Kass to receive feedback and finesse their skills.
Once at the 2026 Asia Zumba Conference:
The Top 5 Finalists will participate in the "Zumba's Next Rising Presenter" Master Class. This year, the Master Class, judging, and selection of a winner will take place together as one event that all Asia Zumba Conference attendees are invited to attend on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
In the Master Class, the Top 5 will co-teach with other finalists and present their skills to the judges. A winner will then be selected, receive the title of "Zumba's Next Rising Presenter", and perform on stage!
What do you get?
TOP 5
• Mentored by judges ZES™ Steve Boedt and ZJ™ Kass Martin.
• Free registration to the 2026 Asia Zumba Conference and up to 4-night hotel accommodations at a nearby hotel. Note: Finalists will be responsible for all travel costs to and from the event site.
• Present with Kass and Steve at ZINCON as part of the finalist process.
• $500 worth of Zumba® Wear at the Zumba® Wear Store at the 2026 Asia Zumba® Conference.
WINNER
• ALL OF THE ABOVE, PLUS…
• Your own Master Class at ZINCON 2027
• Participate in a future ZIN™ Volume.
• Receive the title of NEXT RISING PRESENTER!
