Enroll in the proper training programs. The first step in attaining your Zumba fitness instructor license is to enroll in one of the following courses: 1  Zumba Basic Steps Level 1: This course will teach you the foundation for teaching Zumba.
A bachelorâs degree can usually be completed in four years. Complete a teacher education program. Most states require teaching candidates to complete a teacher preparation program in addition to an undergraduate degree. In some states, the teacher education program can be part of a bachelorâs degree.
Fortunately for teachers, their training doesn't last nearly as long as a doctor's. In most cases a bachelor's degree or master's degree is adequate, and becoming licensed and certified typically only takes four to five years.