ZUMBA Fitness with Elaine Chong
Croydon Dr. V3S2L5 Surrey, BC, Canada

HOPPY EASTER my friends ...and if you don’t celebrate then happy restful weekend! I hope that through this crazy, stressful time you found a moment to yourself that you never knew you needed and that you filled your tank with whatever makes you happy. So far we have relaxed, walked, played and done crafts. What have you all been up to this weekend? Any creative plans for the family?... #happyeaster #aprilweekend

THIS. IS. FRIDAY. Happy weekend my friends! Any creative weekend plans? I’ll be soaking in the last few days before heading back to school next week. Here is my happy, post-Zumba selfie. I’d love to say that I staged my hair and messed it up for the shot. Haha. This look is moi au naturel! Fitness models ain’t got nothing on me.... #postworkoutselfie #messyhairdontcare

Pink on pink on pink Big smile for comfy clothes and shoes that bring you back to the good old high school days. Anyone else used to wear platform runners? My new pumas are bringing me back to the sketchers days for sure. I should have saved them! If only I knew they’d be cool again... #sweatsuitseason #platformrunners #pinkkindofday

Me, myself and the screen Whether we like it or not, our screen and technology in general has played a big role in our lives since the start of this pandemic. Exercise, friend catch-ups, work, and more have moved to the virtual platform. I’ve always used a lot of technology in the classroom but teaching online is a whole different ball game. Today we had our second round of virtual parent-teacher interviews. Still feels bizarre but embracing the new norm. Seeing kids without masks is a pleasant switch-up from our everyday reality. Who knows how long this will go on or how education as a whole will shift after this challenging time. Might as well smile and keep trekking! #teachersofinstagram

RESPECT. KINDNESS. ACCEPTANCE. All day. Everyday. Not just once a year. That being said, what a wonderful reason to sport your pink and advocate for love to rule above all else. #PinkShirtDay #allyouneedislove

DEER Santa, This year all we want is for our friends and family to stay safe. xoxo,... Mme Chong & her students @fpstuco See more

Pandemic teaching wrapped up in one photo Kicked off spirit week at school with a Christmas colours outfit. To finish off this dashing ensemble? The ever so elegant face shield. The countdown to Friday is on! #holidaycheer #covidtimes

2020: A year of many firsts. I have loved seeing people get into the holiday spirit early this year. It motivated me to get the cheer started over here too! I have never set up my tree in November but this year we turned on some Christmas tunes and made it a family affair. Seeing my daughter smiling and amazed was just the best. Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, I am sending love and good vibes to all my friends and family. I know it’s been a stressful time full of twists and turns but you got this! We got this! I got this! (The lights have already softened the darkness outside for me and made me feel a lot happier. Now that’s a a win.) #christmascheercameearly #novemberfun

Long live Halloween spirit! (Although it wasn’t quite the same this year, high five to these kids who dressed up despite it all! ) Sincerely: Unicorn, Rachel from friends, the devil, Money Heist thief, and Minnie Mouse. #halloweenspirit

Student OR teacher? (Please be kind! ) Year 16 of teaching: You were not what I expected. You have thrown new challenges my way and kept me busier than ever. I have encountered worries and obstacles I’ve never had before. Nevertheless one thing has remained the same, which is the reason I went into teaching, my love for kids. Sending love and good vibes to all kids, parents, and school staff. Stay safe and take care. #teachersofinstagram

In recognition of #worldsmileday I’m grinning from ear to ear ...although you can’t see it. You’ll just have to trust me and my squinting eyes! Bring on the weekend!!!! #teachersofinstagram #fridayvibes #wearamask

Sunday pyjama snuggles and a good book = What’s everybody up to? #sundayvibes #mommydaughtertime

Proud mom alert! I was brought to cheesy tears when I opened up my daughter’s backpack from preschool and saw this - her very first craft that she made. Who would have thought that paper, bingo stamp dots, and her name would make me so happy and proud. I know this is only the beginning of my cheesy mom years. Beware of more proud posts in the future... #proudmama #babysfirstcraft

2020 Back to School. Year 16 of teaching. Reunited after over a year with my classroom. My return definitely comes at a challenging time with all the routines, protocols and skills I’ve slowly perfected being tossed upside down. We are learning new ways one day at a time. Being a language teacher, I feel that seeing my face and mouth is very important. Although I wear a mask throughout the school, I opted for a shield during actual instruction time. Let’s see how it goes. Sending hugs and good wishes to everyone who is back to school. Be safe! #backtoschool #safetyfirst #webeforeme

Happy long weekend friends. Next week is a big week. Check out my latest blog "From Mat Leave To Back To School" where I share some thoughts and fears about going back to work. Link Below! http://chicaintraining.com//from-mat-leave-to-back-to-sch/

Nature walk and tree tunnels. Just a little over a week before I go from sunny strolling to the classroom. The current situation definitely has me feeling anxious about going back. Can I please pause time? #serpentinefen #surreybc #naturewalk

S u m m e r W a l k s close to home. Took a stroll along one of the trails at Campbell Valley Park today with the fam. I’ve been there a few times before but not since the physical distancing days began. It was great. One way trails made it safe and easy and there were places wide enough to pass people. Although the parking lot seemed full, we didn’t run into too many people on the trails. There were quite a few picnic tables and open grass spaces to relax on a blanket. If you haven’t been yet it’s a nice spot to hit especially now. #langleybc #familywalk #sundayfunday

P A W S I T I V I T Y for the win! As daycare life creeps closer and closer, I’m holding on to every last minute I can with baby. Focus of the week is to get all the supplies that she needs for school as I like to call it. Item number one of course is a backpack to carry all her daycare needs in. Although it’s more like a backpack for mom to carry her things in, her love for Paw Patrol reeled me in and voila, I left with both the bag and the lunch kit. What made it even more worth it was seeing her smile and giggle as she crawled all over it and played with it. Priceless. We are ready for you daycare. I can do it. She can do it. P A W S I T I V E vibes! #babysfirstbackpack #daycare #backtoschool

D I N N E R I can count on my one hand the number of times I’ve gone out on my own without baby. Everyone tells you how important it is to do, how it’s good for your sanity, good for the baby etc etc. I have not been good at doing it but...here I go tonight for a few hours. It’s been over a year and I still can’t leave her without missing her and thinking about her. She’s just so cute. If you’re a fellow mama who struggles to leave baby, I say don’t feel bad. Some find it easy, some find it hard. Every mom does things their own way and at their own pace. I’ve had to learn that this year and it’s still a work in progress. #mamasnightout #postpartumjourney #lookimnotwearingworkoutclothes

Picking fruit with baby and a friend? B E R R Y fun Friday afternoon. Stopped by @surrey_farms_bc today for baby’s first blueberry picking experience (mine too!). She may or may not have spent more time eating them than picking them....The blue around her mouth told me that she had a great time. I highly recommend strapping your kiddies to you and heading out for some family fun. The cloudier day was perfect temperature-wise for baby outside. Thanks for the idea and company @linloucarroll . #berrypicking #familyfun #surreyfarms

Call me P L A Y M A T . Who needs a blanket or playmat when you’ve got mom? These are the moments I will miss when the summer is over. Can we please freeze time so that I don’t have to leave baby and go back to work? Not sure who daycare will be harder on, baby or mom? #littlewrestler #summertimebliss

#challengeaccepted @kat17174 #retoaceptado @alearze @laisancita You ladies are extraordinary . #womensupportingwomen

Sunshine, pool & the cutest ice cream sundae EVER! #summerdays

Who says golf courses are for golfing ? #zumbaeverywhere #dalecintura