VIRTUAL CLASS TIPS
1. Student Tips for Livestream & Pre-Recorded Classes
2. Guidelines for Zoom Livestream Classes
3. Helpful tips on getting started on and using Zoom

1. Student Tips for Livestream & Pre-Recorded Classes


  • GOOD INTERNET CONNECTION:
    • The better your internet connection, the better the Zumba Gold Fitness class you will have.
    • Try to create your dance floor in a space with strong Wi-Fi or a direct Ethernet connection to your modem.
    • Minimise the amount of people in your household using the internet while taking a class. If other internet users are streaming Netflix, playing games online or downloading large files, this will suck up your bandwidth.
  • SET UP YOUR DEVICE:
    • Put your device on "do not disturb" to stop pesky notifications from interrupting your Zumba Gold experience.
    • Close down any applications you don't need during the class.
    • Make sure your device is fully charged or keep it plugged in during the class.
    • Ensure you have the latest version of Zoom.
  • SOUND & VIDEO:
    • To create the best class experience for yourself, connect to a larger screen (ie your Smart TV) and use a quality speaker.

2. Guidelines for Zoom Livestream Classes


Before the Class:
  • Make sure you have your meeting link, meeting ID and meeting password ready.
  • If you're not familiar with Zoom, REFER TO THE ZOOM TIPS below.
  • Before the class starts, feel free to START YOUR VIDEO and say hello.


During the Class:
  • When the class is about to commence, the instructor will MUTE ALL PARTICIPANTS.
    • This is to avoid background noise interrupting the class and creating any feedback loops.
  • Make sure you have selected SPEAKER VIEW to make the instructor video large.
    • There are two views within a Zoom meeting: Speaker view and Gallery view.
    • GALLERY VIEW will show everyone in small videos. This is a great option to connect with everyone before the class starts and after the class finishes.
    • SPEAKER VIEW will have one large video and everyone else in small videos. This is the option you want during the class.
  • For large classes (over 20 participants), the instructor will ask you to STOP YOUR VIDEO.
    • This helps to free up bandwidth to create a better class experience.
  • There is a CHAT function within Zoom meetings, so if you're having any issues during the class, send a message using the chat function. Any chat messages will

3. Zoom Tips