Monica Zammit

Photography by Sophie Sheinwald I’m still not quite sure how to put this into words, but here goes! Recently, I was honoured to receive a Brighton Girl Award, and honestly, I’m still processing it. Attending the Brighton Girl Awards ceremony was an amazing experience in itself. It was incredible to meet so many strong, vibrant women doing such brilliant work for our communities across the city. So as I sat in my seat, preparing for the winner's name to be announced from the stage, absolutely...

Wow… where do I even begin with this one? Back in March, you came together as a community for something really special - a Zumbathon fundraiser for Survivors Network - and honestly, it was everything I hoped it would be and more! From the moment the music started, the room was just buzzing. We had people of all ages and abilities coming together, moving, laughing, sweating (a lot!) and just fully embracing that Zumba energy we all love. On The Night... We danced. A LOT. We had back-to-back...

When Zumba burst onto the scene back in the '90s, its physical benefits were instantly clear! But what we didn’t realise back then was just how incredible Zumba is for our mental and emotional wellbeing too. Let’s dive into why this dance fitness craze is so much more than just a workout! Your Brain Loves To Dance Yes, Zumba is fantastic for your physical health! It gets your heart pumping and your body moving to the big beats of Latin, Afro-beat, flamenco, soca... it’s like a global party...