It’s time to get moving! The city of Davis offers several fitness/dance classes for adults:

* Zumba: A high-energy class fused with Latin and international music and dance, Zumba routines feature aerobic and fitness training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning.

The class, for adults age 18 and older, meets from noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays, Oct. 4-Nov. 1, at Barbara’s Dancing Tonight Studio, 1921 Sycamore Lane in Davis. The cost is $38; pre-registration is required.

* Stroller Fitness: This class incorporates strength and cardio intervals designed to help you get fit. The instructor will use strollers, resistance bands and elements in the environment to create a challenging and rewarding workout. All babies and tots over 3 months old are welcome and will remain in their strollers during the class.

It meets from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Fridays, Oct. 5-26, at the Veterans’ Memorial Center, 203 E. 14th St. The cost is $25; pre-registration is required.

* Dancing Like the Stars: This fast and easy course in “partner dancing” will introduce you to six popular dances of today. Just like on television’s “Dancing with the Stars,” participants will learn three basic steps, the musical timing and dance hold to get them out on the dance floor in no time. This class is for everyone who has ever wanted to learn how to dance. No experience is necessary.

The class meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 12-Nov. 9, at Barbara’s Dancing Tonight Studio, 1921 Sycamore Lane. A dance party immediately follows each class so students can practice the new skills they’ve learned.

The cost is $40; pre-registration is required.

* Beginner Salsa Dancing: Learn basic footwork, dance positions and connections between partners. This class also introduces the basics of leading and following and music interpretation. No dance experience is required.

“With this class, you will learn feel comfortable dancing one of the most popular social dances in the world. Come and join the fun!” a news release said.

The class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 2-30, at Barbara’s Dancing Tonight Studio, 1921 Sycamore Lane. The cost is $40 per person, and pre-registration is required.

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