Pilates/ Zumba

As many of you know (or may not know) I have been taking Pilates classes throughout June and July. My last class is this Wed :( I really love Pilates. It is a gentle workout, you don't really feel like you are working out but you feel it later. I have improved my flexibility and the strength in my core (stomach). Another plus of this class is that I feel better about myself b/c I am more comfortable with my body. I am in better shape and better for it. I am definitely signing up for fall classes as this is something I want to continue. I can do a lot of these exercises at home; I bought a little toy ball for a workout tool. Only problem is that my dog thinks its for her. So I have to hide the ball when I'm using it. I am taking Pilates through St. Louis Community College Continuing Education. Right now we are at the South County Center. The instructors name is Kat and the classes are on Monday or Wed ( I go on Mondays) at 6:30 pm. The fall classes will be at Mehlville HS ( I think).
I also started a new session of Zumba; I started doing this last winter, but due to health complications and a hospitalization (I'm better now) I was unable to continue. So I have started it up again, as it is soo much fun. I've attended two of three classes (I skipped last week as my knees were really hurting). I love how I feel after the class. Parking has been a bit of a nightmare as the place where I take Zumba (Riverchase RexPlex) also has a summer swim team and they have hosted some meets. This creates a big problem; even though they open up a place for ppl to park on the grass, a lot of people think they are too good for that and create their own spots. Never mind that these spots are illegal and create potentially dangerous situations. Last time there was supposedly a cop out in front. I hope every single driver who parked illegally got a ticket.
Overall I am healthier and happier. These classes also provide a nice escape from the daily stress of life.