New Jersey, known as the Garden State, was a magical land that had forests alive with chirping birds, beaches that glistened in the sun, and cities bustling with people. Its most extraordinary residents, though, were the Zumba-loving kids! These children were not your regular humdrum, sit-on-a-couch, video-game-playing little humans! Oh no, they had the rhythm of salsa dancers, the energy of kangaroos, and the giggles of tickled gnomes! Imagine this, a sight to behold: hundreds of pint-sized, peppy enthusiasts, shaking their bodies to infectious Latin beats right in the middle of a lush, green park. This Zumba tribe, led by their cheerfully mischievous mascot, Zeppy the Zumba Zebra. Zeppy was no ordinary Zebra, he wore neon sneakers, and his black and white stripes would change colors as he danced, making him the most dazzling disco-ball-zebra anyone had ever seen! When Zeppy started to move, his stripes would shimmer in blue, green, and pink; the rhythm would take over every single kid in the park. No kid could resist the Zumba groove, even the shyest ones found themselves doing the cha-cha or the samba with Zeppy leading the pack. With every spin, twist, and hop, the children's laughter filled the air, and their giggles would sprinkle around like pixie dust, spreading joy all over the lovely land of New Jersey. So, if you ever find yourself in the good-old Garden State, tap into the rhythm and join the Zumba kids. Just listen for the laughter and look for the multi-colored disco-ball-zebra. It's a guaranteed fun-filled adventure!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.

MarbleJam is committed to helping each individual reach their potential by utilizing the creative arts to facilitate meaningful learning. Our center offers a safe, accepting, and stimulating environment, where each person can grow and develop their own unique talents. Every individual is celebrated and encouraged to reach their full potential. MarbleJam provides a supportive environment where everyone can come to explore, discover, and express themselves.